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Chinese Carbon Road Bikes => Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components => Topic started by: POTOOOOOOOO on September 11, 2025, 10:55:07 AM
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Wondering if anyone has a set of these yet?
If so what do you think? Are they reasonably stiff, well finished?
Any opinions welcome.
Thanks
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Hi,
I placed an order today. I’ll update you once it arrives.
I’m really curious to see how it is, the product seems legit, and I’m eager to find out how it will perform on my gravel bike.
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Yes I got them, Tantan sent the wrong handlebars so I replaced with HBR17.
I have 100x360 with adapter for SL8. Finish is definitely better than the Rapide clone although there were some sharp edges where the hoses exit by the shifters (inside edge, scraping on the hoses), but I got it sanded. Also gave feedback to Wendy @ LC about it. Top cap sits better than on the clone. To me they feel nice and stiff, but I'm also a quite small and light guy (62kg) so I'm generally not worried. Besides being available in narrow size they have a compact geometry for reach and drops that suit me and I generally like the shape and curves of the bars.
Bars only weighed like 310g, with top cap, spacers, computer mount and everything it was about 350g. Came delivered very well packaged. Handlebars wrapped in a nice foam tube and box filled with more foam.
Computer mount has an unusual 3-bolt attachment so I don't think there are really any options to have it replaced with something else unless you get it designed and printed yourself. I had issues with front brake vibrations and my Garmin unit on the Rapide clone bars, where it would warn for an incident after using front brake while stopping the bike. I got it sorted with installing 3mm soft foam that I put between the mount and the Garmin adapter (just squeeeeezed with the screws). I did the same from start with these bars and the computer mount, so I have no idea if these would have the same issue without the foam.
Don't have that much to compare with, before the SL8 clone I had a repaired frame from 2013 or so, with round alu bars. But I like this one, to me it feels good and it looks good.
Pictures from when I had just installed them on the bike.
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Excellent, thank you for your thoughts.
The 8mm of rise is of key interest as I have a used frame where the steerer was cut a touch too low by the previous owner.
This could be a great way out of having to source a fork of the same model size and colour, which has proven to be hugely difficult/ expensive.
Thanks again
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I have ordered the 36cm wide version for my LCR017 D and it fits perfectly.
Live these handlebars, super comfortable, aero, stiff enough , all good around 310g
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How much did you guys pay? Looks quite good if it's not too expensive. I like the upsweep from a pure aesthetical standpoint.
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Dropped them a message, yet to respond.
How much are this? And is the transition spacer FOC?
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Price is $128. Ornan’s handlebar has also the same design which is * 2 of the price of LC’s HBR17
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Dropped them a message, yet to respond.
How much are this? And is the transition spacer FOC?
Its Chinese National Holidays from October 1st - 8th, so I imagine things are going to be quiet from LC for a few days.
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Hi,
how are you guys finding the quality of the HBR17 handlebar compared to other manufacturers ? I'm quite keen on the design and am tempted to get one, but it's low price compared to the competition makes me wonder what to expect quality-wise....
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Dang...
First time seeing these handlebars. I wish I had seen this post before ordering an alternative for my next bike build. Having a 36/130 option is exactly what I need. And FSA compatible. Also I can attest LC/Yishun being really good. Currently running a set of Yishun separate handlebars on another bike.
Confirming the price was around $128 before I'm assuming before shipping?
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Confirming the price was around $128 before I'm assuming before shipping?
Price is 190ish including shipping (EU)
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Dang...
First time seeing these handlebars. I wish I had seen this post before ordering an alternative for my next bike build. Having a 36/130 option is exactly what I need. And FSA compatible. Also I can attest LC/Yishun being really good. Currently running a set of Yishun separate handlebars on another bike.
Confirming the price was around $128 before I'm assuming before shipping?
Patty come on I have put these EXCELLENT handlebars on my LightCarbon LCR-017 ! They are absolutely great, stiff, clean & light. 300g for my 360x100
Check them out on my YouTube video (which you watched tho! :P
https://youtu.be/NwwvDuLvlME?si=tYDRYTo1pvGYiS4v
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Very interested in these. Nice looking bar and the rise would come in useful to lose a spacer.
Any more feedback on them from anyone who has taken a punt?
Has anyone been given a price for the ti out front mount they do?
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Anyone seen 3rd party mounts with this kind of mounting design?
Very interested in these. Nice looking bar and the rise would come in useful to lose a spacer.
Any more feedback on them from anyone who has taken a punt?
Has anyone been given a price for the ti out front mount they do?
+30 USD
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Cannot mount my front light because of the positionning of the gopro mount on a 80mm stem :/
Would anyone be able to design a 3D printable adapter from the proprietary 3 bolt to a simpler 2 bolt one ? I could provide measurement of hole spacing for bolt
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Hi all,
I'm interested in the HBR17 integrated cockpit/ handlebar. Since I plan to use it for a "light gravel" setup (approx. 80% road, 20% gravel/ hardpack), I wanted to ask for your opinions.
Do you think the layup is strong enough to handle light offroad abuse, or should | look for a dedicated gravel bar instead - maybe HBR08? Any feedback on stiffness vs. comfort would be appreciated.
Cheers!
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I've been thinking too if it's possible to create a adapter so you could use 2 bolt computer mount.
I might then get this for my gravel bike.
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Hi all,
I'm interested in the HBR17 integrated cockpit/ handlebar. Since I plan to use it for a "light gravel" setup (approx. 80% road, 20% gravel/ hardpack), I wanted to ask for your opinions.
Do you think the layup is strong enough to handle light offroad abuse, or should | look for a dedicated gravel bar instead - maybe HBR08? Any feedback on stiffness vs. comfort would be appreciated.
Cheers!
Feels pretty stiff to me, I'm a heavy rider (100kg) and doing sprints on road I don't feel any flex.
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Hi all,
I'm interested in the HBR17 integrated cockpit/ handlebar. Since I plan to use it for a "light gravel" setup (approx. 80% road, 20% gravel/ hardpack), I wanted to ask for your opinions.
Do you think the layup is strong enough to handle light offroad abuse, or should | look for a dedicated gravel bar instead - maybe HBR08? Any feedback on stiffness vs. comfort would be appreciated.
Cheers!
These come shipped with LCR-018D, which is light gravel (38c clearance)
So yes, these would be a good fit
These have a little flare, if you want more you can look into the HBR18, same philosphy, tweaked for more flare (and less reach?)
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Has anyone measured that the HBR17 bars are 8mm higher than similar bar without rise?
Or 10mm or more compared to -10 degree bars?
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Anyone know how well the stem length matches posted dimensions? The technical drawing is a bit too grainy to see what's really going on and the head angle is missing. If I really squint it appears like the the nominal stem length is actually measured perpendicular to the steering axis to the center of the bars, including the 8mm rise? That way the corresponding traditional stem would be a few mms shorter, no?
Or in other words, I currently ride a -7° 100mm stem and it's a touch too long if I'm doing Z2 and the spacer stack is kinda ugly, so I would maybe want the 100mm HBR17, get two or three mms shorter reach in the X axis and remove spacers by however much the 8mm rise amounts to in the steering axis?
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Can anyone comment on the reach and ergonomics of this bar?
I've got an HBR14 380x110. and wheeltop shifters. The wheeltop shifters reach feel so short and I've been trying to see if I can get a couple more mill of space to rest the forearms in the aero position. from the drawings the HBR17 seems a little wider space for the forearms, and the shifter positon seems to curve tighter. which should be better. I just cant tell. reached out to LightCarbon but they weren't able to give me many further details
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I currently run the HBR17 on my LCG071 as a Gravel setup, works perfectly fine for me, also on gravel.
I ordered a 100x380. They measure exactly 380(c-c). Also they measure 100 in length. Measurement on the bolt looks off in the picture, but is perfectly centered.
Reach of 75 and angle of -7 also looks to be correct.
I tried to capture the rise, also 8mm rise looks fine for me.
Stiffness and ergonomics is fine.
Also if you are wondering: to get it painted is only 20$ extra ;)
If you anything else, just let me know.
What I don‘t like: Top cap could be more precise (maybe because it is painted). Computer mount faces straight forward, a little tilt towards me would be better. Maybe I need to try the titanium mount.
For comparison: I also have a Vision Metron 5D evo on my roadbike.
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Hey i have these bars in 36/90 got about 400km on them, I am pretty light but can put out decent power and havent noticed any flex sprinting or all out hill climbs out the saddle. Arrived nicely packaged and easy to install no issues at all the look cool too.
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Eying one of these for my bike.
Everyone still happy with them and would recommend them?
A quick question. I am doubting between the 100 and the 90 as I am trying to reduce slightly my reach (overall). The 8mm "lift" should add a bit less reach, right?
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Yes still really happy, would recommend.
With the -7° stem angle and 100mm stem length, your horizontal reach is 99,25mm. Assuming the lift will set you to 0° stem angle, your reach is 100mm. So you "gain" 0,75mm in horizontal reach :D
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Eying one of these for my bike.
Everyone still happy with them and would recommend them?
A quick question. I am doubting between the 100 and the 90 as I am trying to reduce slightly my reach (overall). The 8mm "lift" should add a bit less reach, right?
Im generally happy with mine but don't really enjoy the "rise". The tops are angled down slightly and when I'm riding on the hoods i can feel like my palms are rotating a bit more. No big deal, just my preference and since im switching between the bike with hbr17 and a regular bar and i notice it every time
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For me, it's the opposite. I find the handlebar ergonomics good. The top is flat, and I don't get that palm pinching that some narrow handlebars can cause.
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A question for Lightcarbon HBR17 owners...
Is it the same for you, that the fork tube sits slightly crooked in the handlebar clamp, even though it's been cut perfectly straight?
In the attached picture, you can see that the side of the handlebar clamp with the bolt is slightly higher.
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That's normal. The top cap is wedge shaped to account for it.
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A question for Lightcarbon HBR17 owners...
Is it the same for you, that the fork tube sits slightly crooked in the handlebar clamp, even though it's been cut perfectly straight?
In the attached picture, you can see that the side of the handlebar clamp with the bolt is slightly higher.
Yep, same for me. I think the cover is designed in a way that makes the screw aligned with the compression plug, so there should be no issues.
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I currently run the HBR17 on my LCG071 as a Gravel setup, works perfectly fine for me, also on gravel.
I ordered a 100x380. They measure exactly 380(c-c). Also they measure 100 in length. Measurement on the bolt looks off in the picture, but is perfectly centered.
Reach of 75 and angle of -7 also looks to be correct.
I tried to capture the rise, also 8mm rise looks fine for me.
Stiffness and ergonomics is fine.
Also if you are wondering: to get it painted is only 20$ extra ;)
If you anything else, just let me know.
What I don‘t like: Top cap could be more precise (maybe because it is painted). Computer mount faces straight forward, a little tilt towards me would be better. Maybe I need to try the titanium mount.
For comparison: I also have a Vision Metron 5D evo on my roadbike.
How do you like it vs the Metron 5D Evo? I plan on switching to either that or this to replace my stem + bar combo that came w/ my Argon 18 Sum. Since the Sum has these 3D spacers, I figure the 8mm of rise would help me reduce how many spacers I'm running. The Metron is obviously more reputable & is on a pretty steep discount atm so wanted to hear your thoughts.
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anyone ordered these recently? curious about time until shipping. not sure if LC is struggling to meet demand only on frames or everything.
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anyone ordered these recently? curious about time until shipping. not sure if LC is struggling to meet demand only on frames or everything.
I ordered a 380x110 and was told 2-4 weeks for production before shipping.
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anyone ordered these recently? curious about time until shipping. not sure if LC is struggling to meet demand only on frames or everything.
Aren't the Ullicyc T4 Ultra on AliExpress near identical to the HBR17?
Slight differences in the mounting system to the fork and cable routing ports, but the rest seems very comparable to me...
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Aren't the Ullicyc T4 Ultra on AliExpress near identical to the HBR17?
Slight differences in the mounting system to the fork and cable routing ports, but the rest seems very comparable to me...
Hmm, they definitely look very same-y but to me looking at pictures from the front it appears the Ullicyc are evenly curved while the HBR17 are more V shaped.
Since I haven't decided on the frame yet I can't say if one or the other is better or worse in terms of mounting system and accessories (for me).
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How do you like it vs the Metron 5D Evo? I plan on switching to either that or this to replace my stem + bar combo that came w/ my Argon 18 Sum. Since the Sum has these 3D spacers, I figure the 8mm of rise would help me reduce how many spacers I'm running. The Metron is obviously more reputable & is on a pretty steep discount atm so wanted to hear your thoughts.
Did not have the Metron but I've been riding different integrated handlebars for quite some time. I tried previous iteration of LCR one piece cockpit (HBR11, IIRC) which were not that good weight and stiffness wise. I was seriously impressed with the quality of HBR17 handlebar in these regards - it is on a lighter side, quite stiff and one of the very few that provide longer stem versions at reasonable price. The curve of the dropbar is really good - it doesn't have the uncomfortable bump between the hoods and the upper part of the dropbar which is very common on chinese handlebars. The riser might be not for everyone, I personally would like to have some sweep and horizontal surface for more neutral hand position but I don't use tops very often so not a big deal for me. Overall, considering shape, price, stiffness and weight, it is one of the best handlebars on the market at the moment.
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Aren't the Ullicyc T4 Ultra on AliExpress near identical to the HBR17?
Slight differences in the mounting system to the fork and cable routing ports, but the rest seems very comparable to me...
Attached are both, the HBR17 (LCR bike) and the ULLICYC T4 Ultra (with the Garmin). The T4 is generally more bulky and I prefer its look except for the mounting front screw.
Let me know if you need measurements or other pictures.
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the titanium mount is also flat/straight, meaning no tilt or angle up towards the rider. i wish it had a slight tilt up to see the bike computer a little bit better.
I currently run the HBR17 on my LCG071 as a Gravel setup, works perfectly fine for me, also on gravel.
I ordered a 100x380. They measure exactly 380(c-c). Also they measure 100 in length. Measurement on the bolt looks off in the picture, but is perfectly centered.
Reach of 75 and angle of -7 also looks to be correct.
I tried to capture the rise, also 8mm rise looks fine for me.
Stiffness and ergonomics is fine.
Also if you are wondering: to get it painted is only 20$ extra ;)
If you anything else, just let me know.
What I don‘t like: Top cap could be more precise (maybe because it is painted). Computer mount faces straight forward, a little tilt towards me would be better. Maybe I need to try the titanium mount.
For comparison: I also have a Vision Metron 5D evo on my roadbike.
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Just found this bar yesterday and I immediately want one!
Could something like this work with a standard round spacer setup? I have a Trek Domane SL5 Gen 3. I'd have to have the cable route out of the underneath side of the bar and into the top tube behind the stem, so might look a bit weird, but I'm not even sure a bar like this would work with round spacers.
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In case anyone is curious about ordering only the handlebar.
The size I ordered was in stock at the time.
Ordered: 2026-08-14
Payment: 2026-08-15
In transit to DHL: 2026-08-20
Received tracking number: 2026-08-23