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Old 23-11-2020, 06:22 PM   #121
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Nice tweek! . I was thinking about some different grips, how was the throttle side to replace? Was it a pain or awkward due to the throttle tube?
As Ron said, it's no problem at all. I took ten minutes from start to finish. Just note there is a large flange at the switch end and a small lip on the open end over which you have to slide the grip. Just ease a screwdriver in between the grip and throttle tube then spray some chain cleaner or similar into the gap. Work the screwdriver around the circumference and down the length if the grip and the grip should slide off easily.

When fitting the new grips, use alcohol as a cleaner and lubricant and slide the grips on. Just be sure to locate the recesses on the throttle grip with the large flange and small lip. Once the alcohol evaporates, after about ten minutes, you'll find the grips are completely secure.
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Old 23-11-2020, 06:41 PM   #122
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I keep a ‘handbag size’ Silvikrin, extra-hold (unscented) hairspray can in the garage.
A quick squirt acts as a lubricant when wet and mild glue once evaporated.
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Old 23-11-2020, 06:50 PM   #123
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I keep a ‘handbag size’ Silvikrin, extra-hold (unscented) hairspray can in the garage.
A quick squirt acts as a lubricant when wet and mild glue once evaporated.
I’m not sure if it’s Silvrikin, or some equivalent product, but I ask wifey nicely when I need some to get new grips on. It works very well provided you get on with it.
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Old 23-11-2020, 06:54 PM   #124
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... sorry, “other brands are available” ;-)
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Old 23-11-2020, 07:35 PM   #125
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Doggy. Throttle side grip is slightly bigger ID so is no harder or easier than the clutch side.
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Old 23-11-2020, 07:42 PM   #126
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I keep a ‘handbag size’ Silvikrin, extra-hold (unscented) hairspray can in the garage.
A quick squirt acts as a lubricant when wet and mild glue once evaporated.
Ah yes, the only time I replaced a pair of grips, about 10 years ago was on a gsxr 600k1 and put renthal grips on.
A mate told me to use hairspray and I thought he was winding me up!. After watching me struggle for 10 mins I have in and used the hairspray, job done in no time!!
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Old 23-11-2020, 11:11 PM   #127
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Well now you've done the carbon thing, why not try titanium now that is an expensive habit, truly addictive. Bitza
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Old 24-11-2020, 10:25 AM   #128
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I find most grips way too thin so often cover them with a length of cricket bat rubber to make them thicker but I'm still on the look out for thicker grips.
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Old 24-11-2020, 11:44 AM   #129
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Well now you've done the carbon thing, why not try titanium now that is an expensive habit, truly addictive. Bitza
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Old 24-11-2020, 11:58 AM   #130
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I find most grips way too thin so often cover them with a length of cricket bat rubber to make them thicker but I'm still on the look out for thicker grips.
How about some 70's era NVT anti-vibration grips?... You know you've got something in your hands with a pair of those!!
Personally I often used to change them for for more normal Wassell grips as they are more comfortable and feel more precise somehow.

https://www.rgmnorton.co.uk/buy/hand...r-7-8_2356.htm

https://www.rgmnorton.co.uk/buy/hand...n-7-8_4103.htm

https://www.rgmnorton.co.uk/buy/hand...-8-pr_2357.htm

https://www.rgmnorton.co.uk/buy/hand...black_4355.htm

RGM is good company to deal with. Normally next day delivery.
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Old 24-11-2020, 01:00 PM   #131
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Gazza, which of these grips would be the most effective for reducing a high speed handlebar buzz ?

Asking for a friend who has a Honda.
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Old 24-11-2020, 01:26 PM   #132
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Gazza, which of these grips would be the most effective for reducing a high speed handlebar buzz ?

Asking for a friend who has a Honda.
I'm afraid I couldn't really say with any authority. My experience with the original NVT fat grips was that they didn't really have a huge impact on the vibration, as I said, I often used to swap them for thinner ones.

The Ariete ones look like a good bet and possibly the Brown gel ones? Cheap enough to try out anyway.

People tend to try different bar weights these days. I think it's a matter of breaking the resonance at the annoying frequencies. I would also try it out without stalk mirrors, if they are used, and see if they affect things? Maybe even different bars, or swap it out for a Ducati..
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Old 24-11-2020, 06:37 PM   #133
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I find most grips way too thin so often cover them with a length of cricket bat rubber to make them thicker but I'm still on the look out for thicker grips.
Look up Grip Puppies on fleabay, have them on my 12R after suffering with a sore hand, work just fine and fit over stock grips
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Old 19-04-2021, 05:13 PM   #134
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Not a very exciting addition here, but useful nonetheless. A dash protector kit courtesy of Matt at Speedo Angels.



More details here:

http://www.ukmonster.co.uk/monster/s...434#post585434
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Old 19-12-2021, 01:01 PM   #135
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Resurrecting Vince’s addictive thread about the bling thing , has anyone fitted a CF swingarm cover ? It’s about the only part of Vince’s paintwork untouched....!!!
PS, a Merry Healthy Christmas to all Forum contributors...it’s my “go-to” read on cold, sometimes wet Glasgow days....thanks guys. Crawford.
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