RFX's F8 Pro Series tapered handlebars have been designed and tested to the highest level. The F8 Tapered Handlebars are made from 7075-T6 aluminum and feature an Oversized Tapered Extension (OTE) for maximum strength and crash resistance, while Engineered Flex Technology (EFT) and Progressive Damping Control ( PDC) provide just the right amount of flex and reduce machine vibration to help combat rider fatigue. The tapered F8 design also features an original cross brace, which gives a slightly firmer feel to the bars than the F7 design and is the preferred choice of some experienced and professional riders. OTE is an oversized (28.6mm) center section lengthening. Increasing the oversized section until after the final bend in the bar adds significant strength to the weakest part of the bar, and if this is combined with a 5mm wall thickness that remains constant even on the outside of cornering, the F8 tapered bars are among the lightest yet strongest bars on the market. EFT has been designed to allow a small amount of flex in the handlebars. Careful selection of a 5mm inner wall thickness through the riser and taper area of the bars helps reduce the jarring effects on hard hits while giving the rider maximum front-end feel on heavy hits. curves. The F8 bars have a slightly firmer feel than the F7 thanks to the built-in cross brace. PDC is created using a greater than 5.3mm wall thickness in the handlebar grip area. This has been calculated to balance and dampen the effects of handlebar vibration. This is a similar principle to the handlebar end weights used on sportbikes, but is specifically designed and tested to accommodate the range of vibration produced by modern high performance 4-stroke motocross bikes. Characteristic Made of 7075 aerospace aluminum T6 heat treated to increase tensile strength Built-in cross brace design Shot peened finish to prevent surface stress fractures and increase handlebar life Oversized Conical Extension (OTE) helps reduce crash damage Engineered Flex Technology (EFT) helps reduce driver fatigue Progressive Damping Control (PDC) helps reduce machine vibrations Knurled grip zone to prevent grips from slipping and twisting Polished throttle zone for smoother acceleration Laser etched alignment grid for perfect setup Color anodized to prevent corrosion Includes a high-density foam pad with a durable PVC cover Available in a variety of curves to fit most riders