ATV Four Play Soft Bars
- By John Pellan
- Updated: March 22, 2010
ATV Four Play’s Generation II Soft Bars are now available for the Yamaha YFZ450R, YFZ450X, KTM XC & SX, DRR/DRX 50cc-90cc, Apex 70cc-90cc, Polaris Outlaw, Cobra 50cc-70cc, Kawasaki 450R, Suzuki LTR & LTZ and all Honda TRX models. These model-specific Soft Bars match factory specifications and easily bolt directly onto the stock steering stems without the need for additional hardware, modifications or “over sized 1 1/8” handlebar clamp adapters. Previously, ATV Four Play’s Soft Bars were designed to complement their anti-vibe steering stems and work in conjunction with most other aftermarket stems. ASoft Bars. Expanding the Soft Bar line to work with most stock steering stems gives riders an affordable way to reduce fatigue – and lap times – without the expense of an aftermarket anti-vibe stem. The Soft Bars’ Progressive Dampening System and its cone-shaped, vertical urethane bushing provide superior vibration reduction compared to other handlebar assemblies.
ATV Four Play re-designed the mounting system to further reduce vibrations for ATV use. By avoiding the use of handlebar clamps, the Soft Bars eliminate the associated metal clamping tubes, which can amplify otherwise subtle vibrations emanating from today’s sport quads. And the Soft Bars also work with a wide range of aftermarket steering stems. Color options are now available in black, orange /black , orange, red/black and red anodized components. All aspects of the Generation II Soft Bars are rebuildable. Constructed of T-3 2024 aluminum tubing, the light weight Soft Bars include all hardened and zinc-plated hardware with attached grease fittings for the pivot bolt and a foam bar pad. The overall bar length is 31.5 inches with 10.5 inches of usable handlebar space in a 7/8-inch diameter bar. The Soft Bars weigh in at a mere 4.5 pounds and are available in the popular 12-degree bend, which is similar to the original Honda CR high bend. Retail price for the Soft Bars is $325.00 To purchase a set of Soft Bars please call 330-289-1423 or ask your local dealer. See more of ATV Four Play’s products online at atvfourplay.com
Source: ATV Four Play Press Release, atvfourplay.com