KIDS RIDE SHOTGUN 2.0 HANDLEBAR

The Interactive "Co-Pilot" Experience.

The Kids Ride Shotgun 2.0 Handlebar is the essential accessory for the Shotgun 2.0 or original front-mounted child seat. While the seat provides the position, the handlebars provide the engagement. By giving your child their own dedicated set of grips, you transition them from being a passive passenger to an active "co-pilot." This setup keeps wandering little hands away from your expensive brake levers, gear shifters, and dropper post remotes, while also providing them with a much warmer and grippier interface than a standard alloy or carbon adult handlebar.

The 2.0 version is a refined, "miniaturised" cockpit. It features ultra-slim 19mm grips designed specifically for small hands that can struggle to wrap around standard 31.8mm or 22.2mm adult grips. This increases their security and confidence when the trail gets bumpy. The mounting system is highly versatile, utilizing a secure Allen-key clamp with full rubber protection to ensure your own handlebars remain scratch-free, even after repeated installations and removals.

Key Features

• Custom 19mm Undersized Grips: Specifically diameter-reduced to allow smaller hands a full, secure wrap, significantly improving their grip and stability.

• 250mm Compact Width: Perfectly sized to keep the child’s arms in a natural, upright position without being so wide that they interfere with your own steering.

• Universal Diameter Fit: Includes shims to fit 25.4mm, 31.8mm, and 35mm handlebar diameters, covering almost every modern mountain bike and hybrid.

• Full Rubber Protection: The clamps are fully lined with high-quality rubber to prevent metal-on-metal contact, protecting your bars from scuffs or carbon-fibre damage.

• Quick 1-Minute Fitting: Uses a simple, secure Allen-key fixing that allows the bars to be installed or swapped between bikes in under sixty seconds.

• Improved Riding Posture: By providing a closer reach, the bars prevent the child from leaning too far forward, resulting in a more balanced and centered weight distribution for the pilot.

Technical Specifications

✅ Why This IS For You

• Safety-Conscious Parents: If you want to keep "helpful" toddler hands away from your hydraulic brake levers and gear triggers while riding technical terrain.

• Cold-Weather Riders: Rubber grips are significantly warmer to the touch than bare metal handlebars, making winter morning rides much more comfortable for the little one.

• Multi-Bike Households: Perfect if you frequently swap the child seat between different bikes with varying handlebar diameters.

❌ Why This May NOT be for you

• Older/Taller Kids (4+ Years): For older children with wider shoulders, the Shotgun Pro Handlebar offers a much wider 355mm stance for better stability.

• Weight-Sensitive Setups: If you are hyper-focused on cockpit weight, adding an extra accessory might feel bulky, though the safety benefits usually outweigh the few hundred grams of weight.

BFC Pro Tip

When installing the Shotgun 2.0 Handlebars, pay close attention to the vertical angle. We recommend setting them slightly higher than your own bars; this encourages the child to sit more upright, which keeps their weight from "leaning" into your steering. If you are planning on riding through a cold WA winter, consider pairing these with the Shotgun Pogies. These insulated "mittens" attach directly to the 2.0 bars, keeping little hands toasty and protected from wind-chill without the struggle of trying to keep gloves on a toddler!