{"product_id":"protaper-evo-sx-race-handlebar-black","title":"ProTaper EVO SX Race Handlebar - Black","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 SX Race Handlebar is a premium unbraced powersports handlebar engineered for motocross and off-road performance. Part Number PTR022024 features a proprietary 7000 series aluminum alloy construction and computer-profiled 4 mm wall design for an advanced balance of strength, impact resistance, and controlled flex. Compared with conventional handlebars, the EVO design helps absorb impacts and reduce rider fatigue while maintaining the durability required for demanding riding conditions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cli\u003eIndependent laboratory testing shows outstanding fatigue life compared with competing handlebars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cli\u003eProprietary 7000 series aluminum alloy provides excellent tensile and yield strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cli\u003ePlastic bar-end plugs help keep dirt and moisture out while supporting grip ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cli\u003eShot-peened, stress-relieved, and anodized finish enhances long-term durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cli\u003eEngineered balance of fatigue life, impact strength, and impact-absorbing flex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cli\u003eChemically applied graphics resist scratching and peeling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cli\u003eClutch-side knurling improves grip traction and helps prevent grip movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cli\u003eEpoxy inner coating helps resist corrosion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cli\u003eLightweight construction weighs approximately 1.4 lb. (640 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cli\u003eIncludes a crossbar pad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned for riders who demand responsive control and dependable performance, the black ProTaper EVO SX Race Handlebar combines race-focused ergonomics with durable materials and protective finishing. Its unbraced profile delivers useful flex for improved comfort without compromising the strength needed for aggressive motocross and off-road use. The corrosion-resistant inner coating and durable exterior treatment help protect the handlebar through repeated exposure to vibration, impacts, and riding elements.\u003cbr\u003eThe ProTaper EVO SX Race Handlebar is a practical upgrade for powersports applications requiring reduced weight, reliable impact absorption, and consistent rider feedback. Its precision-engineered construction, secure clutch-side knurling, resistant graphics, and included crossbar pad make it a complete handlebar solution for performance-oriented installations.\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e7000 series aluminum alloy construction for high tensile and yield strength\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eComputer-profiled 4 mm wall design balances strength, flexibility, and impact absorption\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eUnbraced EVO profile helps improve comfort and reduce rider fatigue\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eIndependent laboratory-tested fatigue performance\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eShot-peened, stress-relieved, and anodized finish for durability\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eChemically applied graphics resist scratches and peeling\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eClutch-side knurling provides increased grip traction\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eEpoxy inner coating helps resist corrosion\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eLightweight design weighs approximately 1.4 lb. 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