Nitto x tokyobike
We teamed up with legendary Japanese bike component maker Nitto on a new handlebar and some beatuful brass bar ends.
The Breezy bar is designed on the Goldilocks principle. Wider than existing tokyobike handlebar models, with a gentle sweep and rise, it creates a riding position that is neither too aggressive nor overly upright, but just right! Perfect for casual, comfortable riding around town.
Made by Nitto, a component manufacturer revered for their quality and craftsmanship, the bar comes with the maker’s distinctive red sticker, indicating the aluminium has been heat-treated. This process, in which the handlebar is heated to a specific temperature and then rapidly cooled, increases strength and longevity — especially important in wider bars that are subject to greater stress and metal fatigue.
We built up a CS26 model in beige red to show off the new bar. It features comfy tyres from Panaracer and extra cushioned grips by ESI. A luxurious leather saddle from French maker Gilles Berthoud comes with brass details to match the bar ends. MKS bear trap pedals enhance the ride quality, and a tokyobike Daily Basket ensures its utility for commuting.