OK what is THIS thing on this bike?

Question

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on the handlebars, what is that black square thing what is it?!?!

My father bought me this bike, it will be mine on Friday, but I want to know what that thing is!

Update:

ack! for sissies! must come off now!!!!!!!!!

Update 2:

I'm thinking I will get new handlebars and a taller stem anyway. I am tall.

Answer 1

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Appears to be a handlebar mount for a handlebar bag or possibly a basket. It'll come off in 30 seconds.

I'd also take a closer look at the handlebar. There's enough rust on there to cause me to worry. My concern would be the handlebar actually breaking during a ride in the near future. Bars are hollow, and it doesn't take long for rust to make this a reality. Have your dad or someone that knows bikes check it out thoroughly.

Answer 2

uhh well 1 or 2 things 1 its for like attaching accesories like a basket

Or 2 it is for the accekerometers or spedometers thingys