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(Knurling Technical Notes) The Value of Knurling on Rider Handles: A Complete Analysis of Anti-slip, Handling, and Manufacturing Quality
Metal surface texture processing knurling machine
Many people think that knurling is just for decoration, but its real value lies in functionality and user experience.
- For handle manufacturers, knurling improves grip and reduces accidents caused by slipping.
- For brands, unique texture designs can enhance brand recognition and help consumers remember your products.
- For processing plants, choosing the right knurling equipment canSignificantly reduces manual operation time and improves consistency and mass production stability..
It's not just riders and the industry that need knurling machines!
You think this machine is only suitable for the motorcycle industry? Wrong. In fact, the following industries have already been using it successfully:
- Bicycle (cycling) industryKnurling on faucet, seat post, and pedal parts
- Fitness equipment factorySurface texturing of dumbbells and resistance bands
- Electric scooters, electric-assisted bicyclesAnti-slip handle manufacturing
- Tool handle manufacturingScrewdrivers, pliers, hand tools with metal handles
As long as you haveSurface finishing requirements for round tubes, handles, and rod-shaped metal partsThis machine can be a great help.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Since we often see rubber sleeves covering the handlebars, why do the metal tubes of the handlebars need to be knurled?
1. Prevent grips from slipping or coming loose
The grip sleeves are made of rubber or silicone and are fixed to the metal tube by friction and pressure. If the round tube is...smooth surfaceAfter prolonged use, sweating, exposure to wind and sun, or impacts from a motorcycle accident, it is easy to...It can come loose, spin, or even fly out.After knurling, the surface forms...Concave and convex bite patternsIt can increase friction, making the grip between the handle and the metal more effective.It locks in more tightly and is less likely to slip.This is especially noticeable when hands are wet or sweaty.
2. Improve the gripping force of grip glue or adhesive.
Some grips use glue, adhesive, or heat shrink tubing; knurling allows these materials to "eat" more easily, achieving a similar effect.Cement grips steel barsThat effect increases adhesion.
3. Enhance overall grip and operational safety
Even if you can't see the knurling, it brings...Anti-slip support effectThe overall handlebars are more stable, reducing unexpected steering deviations and significantly improving safety for high-speed riding, aggressive handling, or heavy motorcycles.
4. Reduce internal wear and spin of the grip.
Long-term use will cause the inside of the grip to gradually wear down. If the metal tube is smooth, it will accelerate the grip's "free-spinning" or wobbling. Knurling makes the contact surfaces "grip" better, extending the grip's lifespan.
5. A "processing allowance design":
Even if some models of motorcycles may not have grip covers in the future (such as bare handlebar design).Pre-knurlingThis also makes the production line flexible, eliminating the need for separate material preparation. This approach...Mass production motorcycle and bicycle factoryVery common.
How to choose a knurling machine that suits your production line?
If you are a purchasing agent or equipment development engineer, we suggest you consider the following points when selecting a machine:
Manufacturer's after-sales support and customization capabilitiesThere needs to be a technical team that can respond quickly when equipment breaks down.
Knurling depth and detail precisionIt relates to the grip and surface appearance of your product.
Supported pipe diameter range and materialsDiscuss with designers the use of materials that meet their requirements for machinery.
Is the user interface easy to teach?The speed of training new employees affects labor costs.
Can it be combined with existing production lines?Discuss key equipment requirements for the existing production line with the designers.