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Rad Power Bikes Chat => Rad Modifications => Topic started by: Kelly_Rollins on March 18, 2022, 01:51:05 PM

Title: How to reverse RadMini handlebars
Post by: Kelly_Rollins on March 18, 2022, 01:51:05 PM
Hi,
I would like to reverse the handlebars on my mini, but not sure I understand how. It seems like you'd have to remove everything from the handlebars, reverse it, and reattach. However, I've seen other describe that it's much simpler.

I've been looking for a tutorial or guide or something, but can't find anything.

Does anyone have any info on this they'd be willing to share?

Thanks so much everyone!

Kelly
Title: Re: How to reverse RadMini handlebars
Post by: john in Idaho on March 26, 2022, 07:07:16 AM
You need metric allen wrenches . Harbor Freight sells a set iwith a rack and long handles.   It is not hard - just takes a while after you get your courage up.  Take the part that holds the handlebar to the stem, off, then turn the part that holds the handlebar off and turn it around then put everything back.  It will be hard to screw it up - just don't lose any thing.  Makes a big difference and gets rid of that uncomfortable "high rider" feel.  My shoulders thanked me profusely but then I am 79.  I couldn't get Rad to sell me some handlebars like the ones on our Rad City bikes so this is a good second choice.   I am sure this changes the folding part of the mini, but then I found that a folded mini is really a monster to handle so I never fold it anymore.
Title: Re: How to reverse RadMini handlebars
Post by: smunsey on March 28, 2022, 04:19:08 PM
This should help, he has step by step with photos. Banzai October 8 2020 & other tips if you read the entire page:
https://electricbikereview.com/forums/threads/rpb-radmini-step-thru-cycle-or-scoot.28024/page-2?fbclid=IwAR3MfYFpp8Mq8C-wArxJjb5da63cob_PEGxps_GQbvxOg9t-oemKb2k4XYw (https://electricbikereview.com/forums/threads/rpb-radmini-step-thru-cycle-or-scoot.28024/page-2?fbclid=IwAR3MfYFpp8Mq8C-wArxJjb5da63cob_PEGxps_GQbvxOg9t-oemKb2k4XYw)
Title: Re: How to reverse RadMini handlebars
Post by: Kelly_Rollins on March 29, 2022, 06:37:27 AM
Thanks guys, I really appreciate it!
Title: Re: How to reverse RadMini handlebars
Post by: Eric7 on March 31, 2022, 06:17:48 AM
You know the hollow metal tube that was used as a spacer for the front fork when you got the bike.  That hollow metal tube fits right over the hex wrench you got with your bike too.  It increases the leverage of the allen wrench making it good enough to remove the bolts for the handlebar.  I recommend you buy a good set of allen wrenches of course - they are not expensive and they are always useful.
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