Kyoto Rackable Curl Bar
A rackable curl bar that gives your wrists a more natural position for curls, presses and other lifts.
Barre courbée empilable Kyoto
IN THE GYM
See Kyoto in action.
A closer look at the setup, the movements and the details.
The product demo
The complete overview
KYOTO / THE RACKABLE CURL BAR
A better angle.
On every rep.
A deeper bend. Grip where you need it. Room on your rack. Kyoto brings three thoughtful details together in one bar you’ll reach for long after arm day.
Explore the details
01
Deep W-bend
A more natural wrist position.
02
Six grip positions
Three widths. Two ways to hold.
03
Made to rack
Set up. Lift. Re-rack.
01 / THE ANGLE
Small change in angle.
Big difference in feel.
Kyoto’s deeper W-shaped bends give you an alternative to the shallow angles of a conventional curl bar. Find a wrist position that feels right, then focus on the rep.
Bar profiles shown for comparison. Designs vary by manufacturer.
02 / YOUR GRIP, YOUR WAY
Three widths.
Six ways to make it yours.
Go narrow, medium or wide. Switch from underhand to overhand. Find the combination that suits your movement and your training.
Palms up · Supinated grip
Narrow
01
Medium
02
Wide
03Palms down · Pronated grip
Narrow
01
Medium
02
Wide
03
CONTACT THAT COUNTS
The bend is the point.
So we knurled it.
Your hands don’t stop at the straight sections. Neither does Kyoto’s knurling. The textured surface follows the bends, giving each grip position the same considered finish.
SIDE BY SIDE
See the whole
Kyoto difference.
Compare the rack, bends and knurling together.
| Detail | Conventional EZ curl bar | Kyoto |
|---|---|---|
| Rack setup | Short curl bars may not span a power rack | Extended, rackable design |
| Knurling | Coverage varies; bends may be smooth | Continuous texture across the bends |
| Grip choices | Varies with bar geometry | Three widths × underhand or overhand |
| Bend profile | Typically a shallower curl-bar shape | Deep W-shaped bends |
| Empty-bar weight | Varies by model | 35 lb |
Conventional curl bars vary by manufacturer. Check individual dimensions and features when comparing.
03 / RIGHT AT HOME ON YOUR RACK
Start at the rack.
Stay in your rhythm.
Load at a comfortable height. Start your set from the J-hooks. Re-rack when you’re done. Kyoto’s extended straight sections make the setup as considered as the grip.
See dimensionsDesigned for standard power racks. Check the dimensions below against your setup.
BEYOND ARM DAY
One bar.
More of your workout.
Curls are just the beginning. Bring the same angled grips to rows, presses, squats and triceps work.
Rows
Front squats
Bench presses
Skull crushers
REAL TRAINING. INDEPENDENT PERSPECTIVES.
Put to the test.
Watch the full reviews and see how Kyoto fits into different training routines.
ATHLETE PERSPECTIVES
My wrist felt really stable and it felt like there was less strain in this position than with a standard straight barbell. I do think it is one of the better ez-curl bars that I’ve used.
THE DETAILS
Know your bar.
The dimensions and construction details you need to plan your setup.
- Overall length
- 200 cm
- Sleeve length
- 34 cm
- Plate compatibility
- 2-inch Olympic
- Construction
- A3 steel · Chrome finish
- Sleeve rotation
- 2 needle + 2 copper bush bearings
- In the box
- One Kyoto bar · Plates & collars sold separately
Will it fit my rack?
Kyoto is designed to fit standard power racks. Use the 200 cm overall length and the detailed dimension drawing above to check your rack and J-hook spacing before ordering.
Which weight plates can I use?
Use Olympic weight plates with a 2-inch center hole. The bar has 34 cm sleeves. Weight plates and collars are sold separately.
What is the difference between the six grips?
There are three grip widths: narrow, medium and wide. Each can be held underhand with palms up or overhand with palms down, for six combinations. Choose a position that feels comfortable for your exercise.
What can I train besides curls?
Kyoto can also be used for rows, skull crushers, overhead presses, bench presses, front squats and back squats. The gallery and product videos show the bar in use.
What is the bar made from?
The bar is made from A3 steel with a chrome finish. Its rotating sleeves use two needle bearings and two copper bush bearings.
Can I try it at home?
Kensui offers a 100-day risk-free trial. Visit our return policy for the details and instructions on starting a return.
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THE KENSUI PROMISE
Your routine.
Your verdict.
Put Kyoto through your own workouts with our 100-day risk-free trial.
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What Kyoto owners say.
MAKE ROOM ON YOUR RACK