twist shifter, opposite side of bar
03-24-05, 10:13 AM
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twist shifter, opposite side of bar
Has anyone mounted a right grip shifter on the left side of the handlebar?
I am thinking of trying out grip shifts on my beater commuter, and for various reasons, I would like to mount the rear derailleur shifter on the left side.
Any input would be appreciated,
Thanks,
GF
I am thinking of trying out grip shifts on my beater commuter, and for various reasons, I would like to mount the rear derailleur shifter on the left side.
Any input would be appreciated,
Thanks,
GF
03-24-05, 12:23 PM
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The numbers would be upside-down, but certainly still easy to distinguish. And the gear advancement would be similar to the left side front shifter (toward you would increase your gear ratio -- to higher gear). I don't see anything wrong with it.
03-24-05, 12:34 PM
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I don't see any reason why it wouldn't work but I'm curious to know why.
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The bike polo folks do this all the time.
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03-25-05, 07:08 AM
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Thanks for the responses.
I could not think of a reason why it would not , and you all have confirmed my thoughts.
As to why, I run my front brake on the right, and as my bars are set up now (with triggers), I find shifting while braking unnatural and awkward. I thought if I could control the rear mechanism from my left hand, then that would make it easier.
I really need to find a local game of bike polo. We used to play on motorcycles all the time, and the bike version sounds like it would be even more fun.
Thanks again,
GF
I could not think of a reason why it would not , and you all have confirmed my thoughts.
As to why, I run my front brake on the right, and as my bars are set up now (with triggers), I find shifting while braking unnatural and awkward. I thought if I could control the rear mechanism from my left hand, then that would make it easier.
I really need to find a local game of bike polo. We used to play on motorcycles all the time, and the bike version sounds like it would be even more fun.
Thanks again,
GF
