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Fasst Co. 15 QuadRacer Flexx Bars - When it comes to a handlebar on quads, I've tried everything under the sun. From a stock steel bar found on many showroom floors to the high-dollar oversize units. But I've never felt such a huge difference like I did with the new Flexx bars from Fasst Co. This is the same bar that you will find on the championship-winning machines ridden by John Natalie and Bill Ballance, so here

The first thing we noticed about the bar is the small elastomers in between the center bar and grip ends. These allow the bar to absorb more impact force before transferring to your arms. Taking away that initial shock allows you to ride faster for longer periods of time. In essence, the bar is like having an extra set of shocks for your arms. I've often looked at the Flexx bar but had been hesitant to purchase one because of the hefty price tag at $299.95. I installed a bar on our KFX450 to see if it could live up to all of the hype.

As soon as the bar is mounted, all you have to do is stand on the quad and give a little push down to see that the bar is much different from the norm. Although it takes some good force, the bar allows for a decent amount of movement to help absorb those jarring hits experienced on the trail or track. If you want more or less flex, all you have to do is order different density elastomers that allow you to dial in the Flexx bar to your needs. If you've never used these before, your first landing will feel awkward, but over time your arms will thank you. The feeling of the bar moving up and down with impact is almost unnatural but is easy to become accustomed to. The overall quality of the bar is topnotch with a clean finish, and the fact that you can replace most of the parts is a nice touch as well.

The only two negatives is the somewhat higher cost and the fact that you lose space for mounting things, such as kill switches and ignition switches. You can find alternate mounting locations, but it's just less convenient than a conventional handlebar.

After a hard day on the track, trail or out in the dunes, the bar has proven to be a great asset. In fact, I never want to ride again without a Flexx bar. Being able to ride at a harder and faster pace for a longer period of time because my arms weren't as fatigued made for many enjoyable days in the seat. Although the price is hard to get past, in the long run, I believe that your overall comfort and ride experience will prove worth it. -Eli Madero