When you're rebuilding the cockpit of a mountain bike, the handlebar is the connection point between you and the trail. These two riser bars come at different prices and fit specs, so the right choice comes down to your stem's clamp size and how wide you want your grip.
Go with the FRAMED if you want a wide, modern-diameter riser with broad compatibility and a listed weight. Choose the ZOOM if you need a narrower bar with a smaller clamp, a specified rise, and a lower listed price.
| Feature | FRAMED Alloy Riser 740mm | ZOOM MTB Handlebar 25.4mm |
|---|---|---|
| Listed price | USD 24.97 | USD 18.50 |
| Clamp diameter | 31.8 mm | 25.4 mm |
| Width | 740 mm | 620 mm |
| Color | Black | Silver (black or silver per title) |
| Material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Handlebar type | Riser bar | Riser bar |
| Condition | New | New |
| Compatibility | Universal, beach, cargo, city, cruiser, cyclocross, dirt jumper, downhill and more | Mountain bike |
The $6.47 absolute price spread is the headline, but the fit specs in the table are what you need to match against your bike. The two bars use different clamp diameters and widths, so the table gives you a quick check against your stem and your preferred grip. The ZOOM also lists a rise height, which matters for riders who want their grips higher.
Where the FRAMED wins
- Wider platform for a broader grip.
- Oversized clamp for modern stems.
- Listed 340g weight.
- Compatibility list covers many bike types.
Where the ZOOM wins
- Lower listed price.
- Smaller clamp for stems that don't take oversized bars.
- Narrower width.
- Specified 40mm rise.
- Black or silver color choice.
FRAMED Alloy Riser Mountain Bike Handlebars Black 740mm 31.8mm 340g New
The FRAMED bar brings a wide 740mm platform and a 31.8mm clamp diameter to your cockpit. It's a riser bar with a listed 340g weight, giving you a concrete figure to compare against your current setup. The compatibility list is broad, covering everything from beach bikes to downhill bikes, so it can work across many builds. The main limitation is the price: at USD 24.97, it's the higher-cost option in this comparison. If your stem takes a 31.8mm bar and you want a wide, versatile platform, this is the natural pick.
ZOOM Mountain Bike Handlebar 25.4mm Clamp 40mm rise Aluminum Black or Silver
The ZOOM bar is the compact, budget-minded pick. It uses a 25.4mm clamp and a 620mm width, so it suits riders who want a tighter grip and a stem built for the smaller clamp standard. The title specifies a 40mm rise, and the color can be black or silver. At USD 18.50, it's the lower-priced bar here, which makes it an appealing swap for a stock handlebar. The limitation is that the listed compatibility is mountain bike, while the FRAMED's list includes many bike types; if you're building a bike outside the mountain bike category, the FRAMED's list may be more reassuring. The 620mm width is also on the narrower end compared to the FRAMED's wider platform.
Final choice by use case
- Need a wide bar with an oversized clamp: FRAMED is the one to buy.
- Have a 25.4mm stem and want a specified rise: ZOOM matches directly.
- Want the lower listed price and a compact cockpit: ZOOM costs less.
- Want the broadest bike-type compatibility: FRAMED lists universal use.
