NITTO Bee Bar B136AA | 25.4mm
The B136AA Bee Bar is Nitto's deeper-drop companion to the Grand Randonneur — same flared, upswept geometry, but with more drop (128mm vs 110mm) and a shorter reach (100mm vs 122mm). The result is a bar that suits riders who want a lower hand position in the drops without stretching as far forward.
The 80° flare opens the drops wide for a natural wrist angle on rough terrain, while the 6° upsweep on the flats keeps your hands comfortable on the hoods for hours. Built for randonneuring, audax, and loaded touring. 25.4mm stem clamp, made in Japan.
Specifications
- Stem clamp diameter: 25.4mm
- Brake lever clamp diameter: 23.8mm
- Width: 400mm, 420mm or 440mm (centre-to-centre)
- Drop: 128mm
- Reach: 100mm
- Flare angle: 80°
- Upsweep: 6°
- Backsweep: 1°
- Weight: 315g (400mm) / 320g (420mm, 440mm)
- Use: Touring / Randonneuring / Audax / Off-road Rando
Bee Bar vs Grand Randonneur
The B136AA has more drop (128mm vs 110mm) and less reach (100mm vs 122mm) than the B132AAF Grand Randonneur. Choose the Bee Bar if you want a lower drop position; choose the Grand Randonneur if you want more reach.
Choosing Your Width
Match handlebar width to shoulder width as a starting point. Most riders fit 400–420mm. The 440mm suits broader shoulders or riders who want extra leverage on rough terrain.
Why Nitto
Nitto has been handcrafting bicycle components in Osaka, Japan since 1923. The Bee Bar is one of their most versatile touring designs.