Oops:Cycle computer mount doesn't fit handlebar

[tudor]

So the first issue for today didnt come from the bike but from the cycle computer.
The mount, which I thought was standard, doesn't fit on the handle bar.


Rookie mistake?
Now that I look at it, the handlebar is "a bit" different that the one I'm used to on a mountainbike.
That being said, what are my options? Bought it on ebay. Should I try returning it or can I by a SH mount ?

 

[jig-sore]

im guessing it's too small ???

anything too big can be packed out with a bit of inner tube or tape. too small is more of a problem. this is why i keep all and any brackets that i come across. got a little box full of different size clamps.

 

[MattHB]

So the first issue for today didnt come from the bike but from the cycle computer.
The mount, which I thought was standard, doesn't fit on the handle bar.


Rookie mistake?
Now that I look at it, the handlebar is "a bit" different that the one I'm used to on a mountainbike.
That being said, what are my options? Bought it on ebay. Should I try returning it or can I by a SH mount ?

Too big or too small?

Too big, just pad it out with some inner tube.
Too small, it's only screwed in, you could try getting a cheap rear light mount and use the clamp from that if it's smaller?

 

[jig-sore]

lots of cheap reflectors on E-bay. some come with very similar brackets

 

[TheDoctor]

Too small - get a longer bolt or use a cable tie through the bolt holes.

 

[tudor]

Sorry, forgot to mention.
Small, way too small. I think it was designed for older handlebars, the flat standard ones back in the day.

So either a cable tie or with a light mount.
Makes sense, thanks guys

Damn impulse buying!