This is a brief introduction to some of the parts you will find on Low Riders, Cruisers and Choppers.
Example of a Low Rider Bicycle.
BANANA SEAT
Yes! It is a seat similar in shape to banana with a small curve at the rear. It comes in a 20″ size and a 26″ size, which is mostly found on low riders or dragsters bicycles. They come in many colours and patterns.
Banana Seat
APE HANGERS
These handle bars are very tall handle bars, which are mostly positioned higher than the riders shoulders. They come in any many different lengths and also with a twisted metal design. They are usually found on lowriders.
Ape Hangers
SISSY BAR
Also can be named “sister bar” or “passenger backrest”. They are used in conjunction with a banana seat to hold the rear of the seat. They also come in twisted and chrome / gold colour and in many lengths. Some even have suspension. Can be seen fitted to a lowrider or a dragster.
BIRD CAGE SEAT POST
With a cage look welded in to the seat post, naming it Bird Cage, the design can be seen in other products eg: handle bars, mirrors, nut covers the 20″ Aztlan Birdcage Custom Lowrider Bike has it all.
Bird Cage Seat Post
LOWRIDER FORK STEERER TUBE
This what holds the Springer Fork together.
Fork Steerer
