{"product_id":"protaper-evo-adventure-handlebar","title":"ProTaper EVO Adventure Handlebar","description":"The EVO Handlebar is ProTaper's flagship unbraced handlebar. This design yields increased flex and impact absorption over conventional handlebars, offering the rider improved comfort and reduced fatigue without sacrificing strength. Using a premium 7000 series aluminum alloy construction and computer-profiled 4mm thick wall design, the EVO Handlebar is up to 25% lighter and 45% stronger than competing handlebars.\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIndependent lab tests show that the EVO Handlebars outlast every other handlebar on the market in fatigue life\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMade from 4 mm, proprietary, 7000 series aluminum alloy for superior tensile and yield strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlastic bar end plugs keep the elements out and provide a stronger base for grip ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh-tech shot peened, stress relieved, and anodized finish for unmatched durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBest balance between fatigue life, impact strength and impact absorbing flex\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eChemically applied graphics are scratch-and-peel resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClutch side knurling provides maximum grip traction\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEpoxy inner coating resists corrosion\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWeighs only 1.4 lbs. (640 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes crossbar pad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ProTaper EVO Adventure Handlebar, part number PTR020340, is a premium unbraced powersports handlebar engineered for riders who want a balanced combination of strength, controlled flex, and long-term durability. Its advanced design increases impact absorption compared with conventional handlebars, helping improve riding comfort and reduce fatigue during extended use without compromising structural performance. Constructed from proprietary 7000 series aluminum alloy with computer-profiled 4 mm wall thickness, the EVO handlebar delivers high tensile and yield strength in a lightweight package. ProTaper testing indicates the EVO design can be up to 25% lighter and 45% stronger than competing handlebars, while independent laboratory testing shows exceptional fatigue life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cli\u003eFeature: Proprietary 7000 series aluminum alloy construction provides excellent tensile and yield strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cli\u003eFeature: Computer-profiled 4 mm wall design balances impact strength, fatigue resistance, and controlled flex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cli\u003eFeature: Shot-peened, stress-relieved, and anodized finish enhances long-term durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cli\u003eFeature: Plastic bar-end plugs help keep dirt and moisture out while providing a secure base for grip ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cli\u003eFeature: Clutch-side knurling improves grip traction and helps prevent handlebar movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cli\u003eFeature: Epoxy inner coating helps resist corrosion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cli\u003eFeature: Chemically applied graphics resist scratching and peeling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cli\u003eFeature: Lightweight design weighs approximately 1.4 lb. (640 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cli\u003eFeature: Crossbar pad is included for added protection and a finished installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned for demanding adventure and powersports applications, the ProTaper EVO Adventure Handlebar provides a refined blend of durability and rider-focused performance. Its impact-absorbing flex helps smooth harsh feedback while the reinforced aluminum construction supports dependable control in challenging conditions. The included crossbar pad adds convenience during installation, making this handlebar a practical upgrade for riders seeking premium ProTaper engineering and reliable performance.\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eProprietary 7000 series aluminum alloy construction provides excellent tensile and yield strength\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eComputer-profiled 4 mm wall design balances impact strength, fatigue resistance, and controlled flex\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eShot-peened, stress-relieved, and anodized finish enhances long-term durability\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlastic bar-end plugs help keep dirt and moisture out while providing a secure base for grip ends\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eClutch-side knurling improves grip traction and helps prevent handlebar movement\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eEpoxy inner coating helps resist corrosion\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eChemically applied graphics resist scratching and peeling\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eLightweight design weighs approximately 1.4 lb. 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