The Ultimate Handlebar Buyer’s Guide: Take Control of Your Ride

The right handlebars can literally transform how you ride. They are the primary connection between you and your machine, affecting everything from how your shoulders feel after a 300-mile day to how much control you have in a tight corner. If you’ve ever dealt with cramped hands, a pinched feeling between your shoulder blades, or a reach that just feels "off," it’s time to change your stance. At Klock Werks, we don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. We design bars that fit your body and your riding style, whether you’re on an Indian® Scout or a heavy-duty Harley-Davidson® tourer. It’s your ride, you decide.

Find Your Style: The Klock Werks Lineup

Our handlebar family is built with purpose. We offer four distinct styles, each engineered to solve specific ergonomic problems while keeping your bike looking sharp.

KlipHangers: The Ultimate in Adjustability No two riders are the same, which is why we created the KlipHanger. These bars feature our innovative, machined “Klamps” that allow the control and grip portion of the bar to be positioned exactly where your wrists want to be. Using the same technology found in clip-on race bars, you can adjust the height, pullback, and grip angle to create a truly custom fit. They are perfect for riders of any size who want total control over their ergonomics.

Ergo Bars: Ergonomic Perfection The Ergo Bars are all about natural wrist angles. We designed these to alleviate tension in your neck and shoulders by putting your hands in a more relaxed position. They come in two flavors: Ergo Up and Ergo Back. The Ergo Up is ideal for taller riders who want their hands higher and closer to the fairing for level-arm riding. The Ergo Back is perfect for shorter riders or anyone looking for a more laid-back, "reach-back" cruiser feel.

Prairie Bars: Classic Cruiser Comfort If you love the look of a traditional beach bar but want better functionality, the Prairie Bar is your move. These bars are wider and lower than stock, providing a relaxed cruising position. We added 3 inches of pullback compared to stock bars to reduce your reach, making them a favorite for Indian® Classic, Chief, and Springfield riders who want to settle in for a long, comfortable haul.

Klassic Bars: Vintage Flat Track Soul Tailored specifically for the Indian® Scout, our Klassic Bars bring a retro, aggressive stance to a modern machine. These bars position your wrists and arms outward and lower than stock, giving you that vintage flat track look without sacrificing modern stability. If you’re building a custom Scout project, these bars are the perfect starting point to give your bike an authentic, stripped-down profile.

Dialing in Your Fit: Height and Pullback

Choosing the right bars comes down to how you want to sit on the bike. If you prefer an upright, relaxed posture, look toward higher bars like the Ergo Up. If you want a forward-leaning, aggressive stance, a lower bar like the Klassic is the way to go. Your height and arm width play a massive role here too. A good rule of thumb is that your grips should be slightly wider than your shoulders to keep your elbows relaxed. Taller riders usually benefit from higher bars to prevent a "reach-down" posture that leads to back pain, while shorter riders often find more comfort in bars with more pullback, like the Ergo Back or Prairie Bars.

Built to Last and Made to Fit

We don't cut corners on materials. Every set of Klock Werks handlebars is crafted from Drawn Over Mandrel (DOM) tubing. This high-grade steel is known for its smooth finish and incredible strength, ensuring your bars stay sturdy even in the toughest riding conditions. We offer them in both high-luster chrome and a durable black finish. Most of our bars are pre-drilled and slotted for internal wiring, keeping your front end looking clean and streamlined.

DIY-Friendly Installation

We are a "garage builder" success story, so we make sure our parts are accessible to the everyday rider. Klock Werks handlebars are designed as a direct bolt-on fit for various Harley-Davidson® and Indian® models. While some taller bars may require extended cables, we provide detailed instructions and even include items like extended clutch cables in specific fit kits, like the Prairie Bars. If you’re comfortable with tools and basic mechanical skills, this is a project you can tackle in your own garage. We even provide part numbers for components we don’t carry, like specific Harley or Indian cables, so you can source exactly what you need without the headache.