Table 2.
Maximum load and the corresponding displacement at the handlebar extreme obtained for both handlebars when failure took place.
| Handlebar Material | Maximum Load (N) | Maximum Displacement (mm) | Bending Stiffness (N/mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steel | 1800 | 8 | 225 |
| Braided carbon fiber–epoxy | 1900 | 24 | 79.16 |