FSA V-Drive Riser handlebar

FSA V-Drive Riser Handlebar: Precision Control for Demanding MTB Cycling

Elevate your trail-riding experience with the FSA V-Drive Riser Handlebar, a mid-range component that inherits the advanced manufacturing technology of FS´s top-tier offerings. Designed for the dedicated MTB Cycling enthusiast who demands performance, durability, and value, this aluminum handlebar is the perfect upgrade for your mountain bike´s cockpit. It provides the strength and control you need to confidently tackle challenging terrain, from technical climbs to fast, flowing descents. Experience a new level of connection and responsiveness with your bike.

The secret to the V-Drive´s exceptional performance lies in its sophisticated construction. Crafted from high-strength 2014-T6 aluminum alloy, the tubing is both double-butted and tapered. This intelligent manufacturing process precisely varies the wall thickness of the bar, adding material where strength and rigidity are critical (like the clamping area and bends) while reducing it in lower-stress sections to minimize weight. The result is an impressively lightweight yet remarkably robust handlebar that delivers crisp, predictable handling without a weight penalty. This non-integrated design ensures you have the freedom to pair it with your preferred stem for a fully customized setup.

Engineered for optimal rider ergonomics and maximum control, the V-Drive Riser features a dialed-in geometry. The subtle 15mm rise provides a comfortable yet aggressive riding posture, helping you get your weight over the front wheel for traction while preventing excessive strain on your back. The 9-degree backsweep and 4-degree upsweep place your wrists and hands in a natural, powerful position. This ergonomic sweep reduces fatigue on long rides and enhances your leverage over the bar, allowing for precise steering inputs and confident maneuvering through rock gardens, switchbacks, and high-speed sections.

Durability is paramount in mountain biking, and the V-Drive is built to last. The entire bar is shot-peened, a surface treatment that increases material density and resistance to fatigue and impacts, ensuring it can withstand the rigors of aggressive trail use season after season. This is all sealed with a sleek, shot-peened black anodized finish, providing excellent resistance to scratches and corrosion while the subtle black graphics offer a clean, professional aesthetic that complements any bike build.

Features:

* Expertly crafted using double-butted, tapered, and shot-peened AL2014/T6 aluminum for an optimal strength-to-weight ratio.
* Engineered with a 15mm rise for a balanced and controlled riding position.
* Features an ergonomic 9° back sweep and 4° up sweep for enhanced comfort and handling.
* Finished with a durable and stylish shot-peened black anodization.
* Adorned with sleek, understated black graphics for a premium look.

Technical Specifications:

* Discipline: MTB
* Material: Alloy / Aluminum
* Weight (gr): 285
* Dimension : 740mm
* Shape Design: Riser
* Clamp Diameter: 31.8mm