| Clamps |
|---|
| |
EXP TC 45 0 |
EXP TC 45 5 |
EXP TC 45 5 KTM |
EXP TU 33 0 |
| Technologies |
Top Lock, DST, 35mm Oversize |
Top Lock, DST, 35mm Oversize |
Top Lock, DST, 35mm Oversize |
Top Lock, DST, 35mm Oversize |
| Bar Center from base |
45mm |
45mm |
45mm |
32.5mm |
| Offset |
Zero |
5mm fore or aft |
5mm fore or aft |
Zero |
| Construction |
Black anodized forged aluminum |
Black anodized forged aluminum |
Black anodized forged aluminum |
Black anodized forged aluminum |
| Bike interface |
flat base |
flat base |
Slotted flat base |
7/8” bar mounts- M8 x 1.25 bolts |
| Other |
|
|
Attachment hardware included |
Attachment hardware included |
DISTRIBUTED STRESS TECHNOLOGY™ (DST)
Because Easton designs and engineers both the clamps and the bars, the components are designed as an
integrated system. In reality the design of the clamps directly effects the performance and longevity of
the handlebar. Easton’s EXP clamps were specifically designed to work with the EXP 35mm bar. By better
distributing the clamping stress on the bar, Easton’s design greatly reduces the peak stress areas – reducing
the chance of bar failure under load.
SIX vs . EIGHT™
In building a clamping system that was both strong and light, we put the material where it was needed
and took it out where it wasn’t needed. The EXP clamp design moves away from the use of four 8mm
bolts, and utilizes an eight bolt design with 6mm bolts. This gives you a secure interface between the bar
and the clamp without over stressing the bolts and distributes the clamping force over a greater area.
HARDWARE MATTERS
Easton engineering prides itself on its attention to detail. Even though they’re not visible once mounted,
our hardware bolts are made from SAE 12.9 premium grade zinc plated steel. We also offer similarly rated
Nylock® nuts as standard. When you see our bolts you’ll note that they’re factory looking with very precise
shank shapes and little thread at the end – no generic fully threaded bolts to provide unwanted flex or
tear up your triple clamp bushings. Factory solid, precisely engineered.
TOP LOCK™ DESIGN
Let’s face it - no matter how much riding styles have changed over the years, no one has really tried to
develop a new handlebar clamp system that puts the primary focus on increasing the safety of the design.
Until now. Easton’s proprietary Top Lock™ clamp system ensures the maximum amount of interface
between the handlebar and the clamps, while at the same time, minimizing point loading and peak stress
areas - the leading causes of handlebar failure. Traditional clamp designs allow loads to place stress on the
bolts, which results in bending and eventually fatigue and possible failure.
Easton engineers found that by torquing down half of the clamp faceplate before torquing the final
bolts, the clamp and handlebar interface grips more efficiently. This design also eliminates the annoying
process of chasing the bolts around to evenly tighten them. Combined with our Distributed Stress Technology
(DST) - shaped clamps, the grip on the bar is insanely strong, with less pinching and lower stress at
the clamp. EXP’s exclusive use of Top Lock and DST, offers a handlebar system with significantly improved
strength, stiffness and performance. |
