Faber Cycle

This handlebar is dedicated to the infamous board track machines of the Teens and 1920s. Only machines of the factory Race Department of Harley-Davidson had these mounted. Due to the pulled-down bar ends you crouch on the gas tank and automatically adopt a racing position, which shoots you back to the starting line of the board tracks of the era. Just as with the original Board Track bars spirals and grips have to be shortened. Seen from the rider's position and based on the handlebar center, these track bars feature a radical down-draft of almost 8”.

The 1915–1918 standard handlebar was characterized by a generous pullback of 19” toward the rider. Combined with a width of 23” and bar ends that were about level with the center section when mounted, these dimensions provided the rider with a very upright seating position.

The 1919–1924 IOE models still featured the old stretched frame design. The standard handlebar for these model years had a by 2.5 ” shorter pullback, measuring 16.5 ”. With a width of 26” and a bar end height about level with the center section, the rider was positioned further forward, closer to the center of gravity.

The standard handlebar on the 1926–1927 IOE models with battery ignition was significantly wider than its predecessors, measuring almost 40”. From the rider’s perspective, the pullback was reduced to just 13.5”, and the handlebar ends were positioned just a bit lower than the center section between the clamping points. On a production motorcycle from these years, the riding position was still noticeably upright.

The need for speed saw the so-called Speedster handlebar in 1926 — essentially an early form of later M-bars. Its ends are offset backwards just short of 6-1/2” and a bit over 3-1/2” downward, with the two bends extending forward beyond the fork tubes. (All measurements are relative to the rider’s position and take the steering head angle into account.)

As part of the model update for the final two production years with the IOE engine, the standard handlebar was revised once more. Measuring just 29.5” in width and featuring a 15.5” pullback, it represents a middle ground between the very early handlebars and those used in 1926–1927.

Like the other Standard handlebars, the Standard bar used on early 750cc models up to 1934 and single-cylinder models of the same period is defined by a generous pullback. At 27” wide, it extends 13” back toward the rider. The handlebar ends sit at about the same height as the center section above the fork. As with other early Harley-Davidson Standard bars, this results in an upright riding position.

The last J models and the first V models from 1929–1930 with battery ignition came from the factory with a special tall handlebar in the standard version. A 13” pullback toward the rider and a rise of roughly 2.3” above the center section, combined with an overall width of 33”, gave it fairly substantial dimensions.

The standard Solo handlebar for the 1200cc models from 1930–1934 featured a larger pullback of 12.5” with a width of just 30.75”. As with most later handlebars of this type, the ends were level with the center section.

The standard solo handlebar — that is, for models without a sidecar — of the V model series from 1930 to 1934 was quite wide at 35.4”. With a pullback of 11.9”, the handlebar ends were level with the center section between the mounting stubs. This gave the rider firm and steady control over his V-model steed at all times.

For the 1200cc solo models, a Sport Solo Wide handlebar was offered from 1929–1934. It featured 3” less pullback than the so-called High bar, with only 10” of sweep toward the rider. In return, it had an impressive overall width of 36”. The handlebar ends sat level with the center section.

From 1935–1939, a Sport Solo handlebar was available for the SV models without a third wheel. It featured a pullback of just 10.25”, an overall width of 36.5”, and the handlebar ends sat about level with the center section. Matching grip spirals are the 1935 and later type.

A top notch Old School accessory. Beautiful reproductions of the legendary handlebars that were available as aftermarket accessories during the 1940’s and 50’s by the Flanders company. Flanders doesn’t make them anymore so the talented US-manufacturer Tom Faber filled the gap. Combined with Stelling & Hellings risers and upper fork clamp (available separately) they allow for a more upright seating postion which many riders prefer for improved comfort and control. However, they work with most handlebar risers and clamps. The names of the handlebars correspond to the numbers or designations in the old Flanders catalogs. The Flanders Handlebar #0 is almost the same height as the #7, but only 81 cm wide. This, together with the slightly deeper handlebar ends, gives it a slightly beefier look. Please take a look at our drawing with dimensions for comparison. Please note: This is not a mass-produced product manufactured on CNC machines. Hand-bent handlebars are subject to certain tolerances.

A top notch Old School accessory. Beautiful reproductions of the legendary handlebars that were available as aftermarket accessories during the 1940’s and 50’s by the Flanders company. Flanders doesn’t make them anymore so the talented US-manufacturer Tom Faber filled the gap. Combined with Stelling & Hellings risers and upper fork clamp (available separately) they allow for a more upright seating postion which many riders prefer for improved comfort and control. However, they work with most handlebar risers and clamps. The names of the handlebars correspond to the numbers or designations in the old Flanders catalogs. At 86 cm, the #7 is the widest handlebar in our selection of Flanders handlebars from Faber Cycle. It also has the widest center section at just over 30 cm. This makes it appear quite flat despite its height of 13 cm. Please take a look at our drawing with dimensions for comparison. Please note: This is not a mass-produced product manufactured on CNC machines. Hand-bent handlebars are subject to certain tolerances in their dimensions.

A top notch Old School accessory. Beautiful reproductions of the legendary handlebars that were available as aftermarket accessories during the 1940’s and 50’s by the Flanders company. Flanders doesn’t make them anymore so the talented US-manufacturer Tom Faber filled the gap. Combined with Stelling & Hellings risers and upper fork clamp (available separately) they allow for a more upright seating postion which many riders prefer for improved comfort and control. However, they work with most handlebar risers and clamps. The names of the handlebars correspond to the numbers or designations in the old Flanders catalogs. The #11X for Harley-Davidson motorcycles is the racing star among Flanders handlebars for 1" risers. Less than 70 cm wide and with deeply cranked ends, it stands out from the other Flanders handlebars in our range. Please take a look at our drawing with dimensions for comparison. Please note: This is not a mass-produced product manufactured on CNC machines. Hand-bent handlebars are subject to certain tolerances in their dimensions.

A top notch Old School accessory. Beautiful reproductions of the legendary handlebars which were available as aftermarket accessories during the 1940’s and 50’s by the Stelling & Hellings company. Stelling & Helling doesn’t make them anymore so the talented US-manufacturer Tom Faber filled the gap. Combined with Stelling & Helling risers and upper fork clamp (available separately) they allow for a more upright seating postion which many riders prefer for improved comfort and control. However, they work with most handlebar risers and clamps.

Tom Faber’s less wide custom version of the #13 Flanders handlebars with extra short spirals to have a very sporting and overall compact look. Use your shortened stock rubber grips or fabric tape on the spiral ends.

In the heyday of Springer forks, i.e. the 1940’s and 50’s, the inward tilted risers and matching clamps made by Stelling & Hellings were the hot ticket. Just the right parts to stand out in a crowd of Knuckleheads and Flatheads. Today original ones are nearly impossible to find so these perfect reproductions really fill a gap for dressed-up classics. Meticulously made down to the details and ready to bolt on.

These Custom risers feature a clamp at one end only and can be directly fitted to IOE and V-model forks for the use of any type of 1” handlebars. If turned down or provided with a thread they can also be used with Classic Springer or Cannonball I-Beam forks.

In the heyday of Springer forks, i.e. the 1940’s and 50’s, the inward tilted risers and matching clamps made by Stelling & Hellings were the hot ticket. Just the right parts to stand out in a crowd of Knuckleheads and Flatheads. Today original ones are nearly impossible to find so these perfect reproductions really fill a gap for dressed-up classics. Meticulously made down to the details and ready to bolt on. The selection inlcudes narrow and wide versions of the respective clamp type.

Back in the Forties and Fifties, Chicago Motorcycle Supply was one of the leading manufacturers of aftermarket accessories for American motorcycles. These kicker pedals by Faber Cycle are still made on the original moulds and make for that perfect "period piece". The kicker shaft is made from steel and cad plated.

Will probably last forever. This Chicago Motorcycle Supply kicker pedal version is made from indestructable cast aluminum and an excellent choice for that high compression stroker engine. The kicker shaft is made from steel and cad plated.

Shifter knob »30’s Style« by Faber Cycle; plastic, red; thread: 3/8”-24; replaces OEM HD 33745-31; USA; gross weight: 40 g

Fork clamp »Stelling & Hellings« by Faber Cycle; for Springer fork; fits Big Twin 1936-early 1946, 45 cui/750cc 1940-1957; Inline; steel, bare; width: 285 mm; USA; gross weight: 1.19 kg

Fork clamp »Stelling & Hellings« by Faber Cycle; for Springer fork; fits Big Twin 1946-1949; Offset; steel, bare; width: 285 mm; USA; gross weight: 1.16 kg

Fork clamp »Stelling & Hellings« by Faber Cycle; for Springer fork; fits Big Twin 1946-1949; Offset; steel, bare; width: 225 mm; USA; gross weight: 1.13 kg