Lectric XP 3.0 Ergonomic Handlebar Swap

[@junemorkin6336]

Thank you for this video! I am a 70 year old woman with arthritis in my hands and wrist. My husband helped me change out my handlebars and grips, he just cut off the old grips with a utility knife and doubled checked my tightening of the screws, otherwise, I could do this with your video showing me how and the links to what to buy. It took about 45 minutes to an hour to get it done. Can’t wait to give it a try, I think it will make all the difference for comfort. I took a photo of the handlebars before I took it apart, that was insurance in case I forgot where things went. Thank you again for your time and effort, I wouldn’t have tried it without your video 🙏🏻🚴‍♀️

[@ChrisCrossed]

Awesome to hear and thanks for watching

[@dennisbrown3652]

Thanks. I did purchase the Handlebar and waiting for my Hand grips to arrive. Can’t wait to see how comfortable these new bars will be. I also installed a thumb throttle to eliminate my wrist pain. I love that and wish Lectric would offer an upgrade.

[@satra270]

Wow! Thanks for sharing this, I have impingement in my shoulders and both hands get numb looking forward to this set up

[@Shredtires]

Lectric just took care of me. Bike was 2 years old and I hadn't rode it yet. I had low miles and they fixed me up. Awsome company!

[@LisaLightning]

What do you mean that they fixed you up? Did you go to their factory and ask them to do it?

[@ugotmossed84]

Fixed you up in what way?

[@Shredtires]

@@ugotmossed84 replaced my parts when warranty was expired

[@tinahammer7870]

That turned out very cool looking! Thank you for showing how you made these changes! Going to use your amazon link(s)!

[@ChrisCrossed]

Welcome and thanks for watching

[@RobM-e3y]

I just rode my brand new 3.0 and really need to do something about the handle bars, this looks like the answer. Thanks!

[@ChrisCrossed]

Oh yeah, they are great.

[@riseabove3133]

Nice mod. Foldability is crucial to me. I’ll check your recent videos for info on that.👍🏼

[@sallydavis8880]

Just got my Lectric bike, love the bike but handle bars not good for me. Plus hand goes numb. I’m going to try this. I see your video is one year old but would love to message you if I need help. I’m 66 yr old female but I’m pretty handy! Hope I can do this! Ordering parts today!

[@curiousbo]

I've run into similar problem with my Rad mini 4 and have tendonitis of both hands - looking to make this modification to my bike. This handlebar was recommended by the community and the local bike shop recommended the grips

[@davesi56]

Great video! I have issues with my hands going numb and been told that this type of handlebar might help.

[@ChrisCrossed]

I think so, thanks for watching.

[@davesi56]

@@ChrisCrossed thanks! FYI: I just rotated the original handlebars back and tried it once and seems to help. Probably switch out the handlebars next spring and see how this feels for the rest of this season.

[@JimmyMins]

Thanks,I just ordered a couple..

[@michaelcarr7253]

Would send a picture of the bike folded with the new handlebars please

[@ChrisCrossed]

It’s not in my shop anymore but it still folds fine with the new bars

[@tripuallampudi7402]

Looks Awesome, Chris. Been on the lookout to swap and your video came at a great time. Thanks very much for all the links to parts. Great Job on the mod. Makes it easy to do oneself

[@ChrisCrossed]

Welcome and thanks for watching

[@714metaldetecting]

Looks great Chris ! Also, what you get that sweatshirt? I like the pattern and style. Thanks for sharing the video.

[@ChrisCrossed]

Pretty cool eh? Here’s the link amzn.to/3IWDTaw

[@714metaldetecting]

@@ChrisCrossed dang, Sold out in my size. I'll bookmark it. Hopefully comes back in stock soon

[@ChrisCrossed]

@@714metaldetecting just bought this one also amzn.to/3ktmLzR

[@12tdizz]

With the XP Trike and the XPedition out what do you think Lectric could do next before possibly the 4.0? Upgrade the Lite to 2.0 or maybe make a XP Mini?

[@ChrisCrossed]

@@12tdizz Well I'm hoping for a dual suspension 750 watt ebike. They dont have any 26x4 ebikes or any moped style ones so those could be options also.

[@shanewooll8654]

Looks great. I'm curious about how it impacts the fold ability too. Thanks for sharing.. Sob'd

[@ChrisCrossed]

I’ll let you know

[@AmericanEagleCPR]

How does the new handlebars impact folding?

[@ChrisCrossed]

Not much at all

[@scosee2u]

Do you think the standard cabling would support longer cruiser bars or is it this as big as it gets?

[@ChrisCrossed]

My guess is yes

[@kerrysum1952]

I really like that upgrade, I do not like my original handle bar. It tends to make my shoulders hurt.

[@ChrisCrossed]

Thanks I’m so glad I did it

[@davidwollmer8694]

Where did get the battery gauge from on the led screen?

[@ChrisCrossed]

a seller on Etsy

[@pedrofernandez8729]

how does it affect its folding capabilities?

[@ChrisCrossed]

Great question I’ll do a YT short on that soon

[@BigPadg]

Good video. Where do you get the battery-related overlay on your display showing voltage and related percentage remaining?

[@ChrisCrossed]

on Etsy, just search for lectric display cover i think

[@truittbodie249]

Did you give an update on the foldability after the handlebar upgrade?

[@ChrisCrossed]

It works fine, though i dont need to fold it anymore since i got a bike rack

[@freakyfred543]

One thing I hate about my lectric 3.0 are the original handlebars. They are directly over the front tire, I am used to at least a little rake on the front tire. This looks like a good solution.

[@ChrisCrossed]

its very comfy/ergonomic

[@kbstar11]

I ordered the 31.8 and it did not fit my 2.0. Gonna have to get a different one 🤔

[@paulcovert5781]

Yup, get the 25

[@davidwollmer8694]

Where did you get the side mirror from?

[@ChrisCrossed]

Amazon amzn.to/46ThncA

[@oldmanriding6291]

3.0 front fender rattling. It’s tight any other suggestions? Thanks

[@ChrisCrossed]

Other than removing and reinstalling, not sure what you can do.

[@oldmanriding6291]

@@ChrisCrossed Thanks!

[@geneleccompte-be5xs]

Where can I purchase those handlebars Chris?

[@ChrisCrossed]

Link www.amazon.com/dp/B072347G4M/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_1YH0REHWXHTJGG01NVWX?linkCode=ml1&tag=chriscrosse08-20

[@nican3213]

sir cris can u pls give a perfect stem for the 31.8 mm handlebar for the xp 2.0

[@TheTexasDuke]

U need to get bmx bars David brand New!

[@ChrisCrossed]

I did that on my 2.0 maybe the 3.0 eventually…

[@dpixphoto]

Do the old grips work on the new bar, or do you have to change the grips? Trying to keep the cost of the change down.

[@ChrisCrossed]

Yes if you an get them off undamaged you can certainly reuse them.

[@nican3213]

hello sir cris how are you this handlebar it fits on my lectric xp 2.0?? pls thank you for your response

[@ChrisCrossed]

yes it will work on all lectrics

[@Mywifetoldmetochangemyname]

Great video btw, thoroughly detailed my friend.

[@larrysmith7118]

you can turn your handle bars around 180 and accomplish the same thing, I did that to mine and my wife's much more comfortable to ride.

[@ChrisCrossed]

Yeah but it looks a little weird in my opnion

[@mikesabella8281]

i did this, much better now

[@nican3213]

its not fit on my xp 2.0 the handlebar

[@LisaLightning]

We are in the process of putting a cruiser old-school handlebar on my new 3.0 but the wires are pretty tight. And who knew that the middle of the handlebar is the thicker type and the rest of the handlebar is thinner? So I’m getting an adapter for my cruiser handlebars so they fit in the holder because the holder is too big. And I have to get extensions for a couple of the wires because they are pulling too much. It’s a big headache, and when will Lectric realize half the people who get these bikes change the handlebars, so maybe they should just give a couple options.

[@davidwollmer8694]

Do you prefer this handlebar or the bmx version handlebar?

[@ChrisCrossed]

This one, much better ergonomic riding position

[@davidwollmer8694]

@@ChrisCrossed I just bought the Davidbrand new handlebar fx kit . I hope I like it

[@Julian-to7sd]

Can you do this on any ebike? I have the Invanti Tide2 and it has a giraffe style handlebar stem

[@ChrisCrossed]

Yes this will fit nearly any ebike.

[@Julian-to7sd]

@@ChrisCrossed how wide are these handlebars? I know the lectric is around 22 inches wide

[@ChrisCrossed]

@@Julian-to7sd they are roughly the same size

[@Julian-to7sd]

@@ChrisCrossed I was thinking about going with David Brand New BMX Bundle but it's 170 dollars when I could just do this for 28 dollars. What do you think?

[@Julian-to7sd]

@@ChrisCrossed how much comfort do they add and do they had stability to the ride?

[@tomgilbert2344]

I noticed on your electric E bike do you have mileage and battery life around your display is it a sticker and where may I get one it looks like it would be helpful thank you

[@ChrisCrossed]

it was from a seller on Etsy, search for 'lectric display'

[@hotdog241ut]

Do you prefer swept back of monkey bar for a 6'4" rider in terms of comfort reach etc

[@ChrisCrossed]

If you’re that tall you might not need that deep of an angle.

[@willmatson6155]

you advertise the amazon link for the handlebars and they are the wrong size mount diameter, your link was 31 not the 24 so I got the wrong handlebars. not what do I do thanks

[@ChrisCrossed]

You need the 31 not 24

[@goldbearbunny4787]

Great idea

[@ChrisCrossed]

Thanks

[@sunnycharacter]

What is the skin or shroud around your display panel?

[@ChrisCrossed]

Its a display cover I got on Etsy

[@sunnycharacter]

@@ChrisCrossed Cool, what Etsy seller is it?

[@ChrisCrossed]

@@sunnycharacter Link: www.etsy.com/listing/1449480103/lectric-ebike-display-cover-water

[@timothycreamer8610]

I have Subscribed and like all the info on upgrades....your audio always seems weak and I have to struggle to hear you.

[@ChrisCrossed]

Sorry about that, I always boost it in the video editor, will keep that in mind.

[@Julian-to7sd]

I am thinking about getting the 25.4 version of this instead of the 31.8. Would the 25.4 still work or do I need to go 31.8?

[@paulcovert5781]

25 is for the 2.0.. the diameter of the 3.0 is 32mm

[@GetOutBeHappy]

About how much shorter is the reach from the stock bar? Looking for my 4'11" wife.

[@ChrisCrossed]

At least 4-5 inches

[@GetOutBeHappy]

@@ChrisCrossed very nice. Thank you

[@nican3213]

its so hard to take it off the two brakes its sucks

[@nican3213]

the right brakes counterclockwise

[@bobndebj]

My front brake lever grip broke while unscrewing it. Be careful

[@ChrisCrossed]

Bummer

[@Saahib_K]

I guess the grips could've stayed on the old handlebars

[@The_Sword_Rules]

Correct me if I'm wrong but the throttle assembly has to slide off, so the right side has to come off.

[@garykuehn1081]

Will this handle bar fit in a vitilan U7 or is it strictly for lectric?

[@ChrisCrossed]

Should work, most handlebars are 31.8 in diameter or 22.2. Check with them on the size.

[@timlist4173]

Is this handlebar the same size as the xp 2.0 ST?

[@ChrisCrossed]

Might be slightly longer

[@scosee2u]

Nice!

[@keg9850]

Would you happen to know the diameter of the stock handle bars on the 3.0? I am looking to get a bell for mine. Thank you. Great videos you have

[@ChrisCrossed]

31.8 mm

[@lifeofjosue6561]

Do they work on the Xp 1.0?

[@ChrisCrossed]

Yep any version...

[@danabrown179]

Does not include the throttle removal instructions. Now my bikes apart but can't proceed because I can't get the throttle off the old bar. Frustrated

[@ChrisCrossed]

Theres a small allen screw underneath the throttle its a little hidden

[@danabrown179]

@@ChrisCrossed thank you I finally found that after calling lectric. I just couldn't find it behind the break handle. Thank for making this video. I'm loving this upgrade. Much more comfortable ride.

[@ChrisCrossed]

@@danabrown179 awesome glad to hear that

[@djones811]

You Google long/short handgrips

[@Mywifetoldmetochangemyname]

Would this work for the Xpedition, in terms if cable length etc.?

[@ChrisCrossed]

I don’t see why not

[@Julian-v1b8s]

I am thinking about getting the 25.4 version of this instead of the 31.8. Would the 25.4 still work or do I need to go 31.8?

[@ChrisCrossed]

If you buy a 25.4 you would need an extra shim to make it fit, just get the 31.8