Forum | Lauterwasser handlebars anybody?

Post edited 3:56 pm — Feb 16, 2011 by Michael2500

Hi guys,

I’m a new member and would like to share some images with you of some new steel Soma “Lauterwasser” bars I’ve just fitted to my beloved Guv’nor, what do you think? There are some more images and a bit of chatter at:

http://www.perthvintagecycles.…..ogspot.com if you’re interested.

They’re not for everybody.….. but do offer more hand positions when riding.

Kind regards,

James

Perth, Western Australia.

Duchy, thanks for the helpful advice regarding the Guvnor wingnuts.…..remember posting a pair of wingnuts to Perth, Western Australia, about two weeks ago? Well that was me, and I got them yesterday, I just haven’t had a spare moment to fit them.….good looking wingnuts though!

Thanks

James

Post edited 3:35 pm — Feb 21, 2011 by Duchy Wheeler

Kind gents, I’m just after a bit of feedback really.…. are these bars within the Guvnor spirit, or are they such that they compromise the feel of what the manufacturer intended.

The bars are good to ride with and are very comfortable, and like a new hair style they change the look of the bike dramatically.… but do they alter the look of the bike to a point where it discredits the Guvnor flavour? I hope not, but would like your opinion…

Regards, James.  

…and here’s another image for topic refreshment.

James,

For what it’s worth, I think your handlebars look superb and are in keeping with the spirit of the Guv!  Am sorely tempted myself.  Would they fit the existing stem?    

Also good to have a choice of hand positions for those longer rides. 

Am I dreaming that they are better looking than those on the new Guv 2?  They are slightly different, are they not?  Or is it a matter of perspective from different photos??

Kind regards,

Alex

PS Ignore Adam’s gentle remark re gears; he obviously has not experienced the feeling of the wind in your hair as you tear along in third!!

Thankyou for you kind words gentlemen, I think we all like to customise our beloved Guv’nors just a liittle.…

I wonder if Pashley are considering slight changes to the next standard Guv’nor model as time progresses, or will they continue the “same — same” approach! I know its hard to improve on perfection!

Happy riding..

James

Adam,

Thanks for this.  Am sorely tempted but am only on day one of my Lenten thrift drive.…

Michael 2500,

Would the Lauterwassers on the stock Guv stem leave the grips slightly further forward?  This would suit me as my saddle is about as far back as I can safely set it.  I’m looking for an excuse to purchase here!

Kind regards,

Alex

Sir James,

What a wonderful thing the internet is!  Courteous correspondence with a chap half way around the world, with one thing in common: a love for a fantastic bike!

Thank you for taking the time to share this information.  Ammunition aplenty, this removes all obstacles to the deal… except my Lenten resolve…

I sport a 20.5″ frame Guv (3 speeder as discussed!) but am short of leg and long of torso so the extra reach should suit me.

Not sure whether to bid as Adam kindly shared his Ebay research on the forum.  These one are steel, so let’s keep it real!

At least the auction is Bid Now so no unseemly bidding wars with a fellow Guv owner.  Or is this tantamount to a cartel??  

Thanks again,

Alex

PS Just raced my wife (in the car) home from a cafe and won.  Could not have done it on a single speeder!

Adam,

Very  kind re the Lauterwassers on auction.  I will try and hold off for now and let fate intervene… we shall see.

Regarding your eminent single-speed luminaries: I think my silhouette would block out either or both of them, except possibly Sir Chris in the thigh region! I am 47 and 15 plus stone and had not cycled for years before clapping eyes on the Guv.  Now I use it daily for commuting, shopping errands and a little quality ‘me time’.

Regards,

Alex