Bontrager RSL MTB Handlebar/Stem

Elevate your ride and upgrade to the Bontrager RSL MTB Handlebar/Stem for a super-clean one-piece carbon combo. This OCLV Carbon bar sets the benchmark for lightweight durability, and with Blendr allowing seamless integration of electronics, your cockpit has never looked or performed better.

RSL MTB Handlebar/Stem is compatible with both Knock Block and standard type headsets, so there's no excuse not to make the switch to this drool-worthy performance piece.

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OCLV Carbon construction is the benchmark for durability and light weight
Compatibility with Knock Block and standard headset types (adapter included)
Seamless accessory integration with Blendr (mounts sold separately)
Shifter and brake lever position lines for spot-on control setup
40mm trim lines allow for a personalized fit
Titanium hardware is lightweight and long-lasting

"Once installed, the combo looks amazing – It is clean and svelte without looking too far from the future."

"There is one thing about the RSL bar/stem that does stand out to me: It’s beautiful"

"A muted, comfortable ride was on the platter and steering felt fast, precise and familiar."

"When you’re riding and see a single piece of integrated carbon — it looks fast"

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RSL MTB is available in a wide range of widths and stem rises to suit cross-country, trail, and enduro riders.

The included adapter allows riders to mount RSL MTB to both standard headsets and Knock Block headsets.

Trek's patented carbon fiber process delivers a handlebar/stem that's light, compliant, and strong.

Seamlessly integrate select Bontrager lights and computers with the Blendr system. Bases and mounts are sold separately.

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Setup and customization are a breeze with printed brake and shifter position lines plus trim marks on each side.

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Size	750mm x 70mm	750mm x 80mm	750mm x 90mm	820mm x 35mm	820mm x 45mm
Width	750mm	750mm	750mm	820mm	820mm
Stem length	70mm	80mm	90mm	35mm	45mm
Stem rise	-13 deg.	-13 deg.	-13 deg.	0 deg.	0 deg.
Rise	0mm	0mm	0mm	27.5mm	27.5mm
Backsweep	8 deg.	8 deg.	8 deg.	7 deg.	7 deg.
Upsweep	5 deg.	5 deg.	5 deg.	6 deg.	6 deg.
Cable routing	External	External	External	External	External
Material	Carbon	Carbon	Carbon	Carbon	Carbon
Weight	214g	221g	228g	230g	250g

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