How To Straighten Handlebars On A Bike. Tighten the bolt using the multi tool provided until resistance is felt. Get it right every time.
Use the crossed pattern as a guide. Lay the bike down on the ground with the bent side up. The common mountain bike straight handlebar the hybrid upright handlebar and Trekking bar diameter are all 78 222 mm This is not the diameter where the stem clamps but the diameter of the rest of.
Loosen the bolt on either side of the stem.
Tighten the bolt using the multi tool provided until resistance is felt. Carefully remove the plug covering the top stem bolt if present with your fingers or a flat head screwdriver. A higher handlebar height also reduces your center of gravity causing tingling and numbness on the hands. Take the controls off on the bent side before you do this.
