Are motorcycle throttle grips universal?
This is especially the case when it comes to adjusting the throttle. The glue that comes with the grips tends to not hold long term which can result in spinning on the handlebars while riding. They don’t have universal compatibility, so be sure to check that they fit your bike before trying to install them.
Can you reuse a throttle tube?
All you have to do is remove the old grip from your sleeve (I do it just like 72Iron says) and put the new one on it. I think I’m on my 4th pair of grips and still have the original throttle sleeve. I had to shave the original rubber grips off both the throttle tube and handlebar to install (glue on) new rail grips.
What size grips do I need for my motorcycle?
Grips come in two standard sizes to choose from, either 1″ or 7/8″. So when you’re looking to replace you grips, measure your handlebar diameter and match the grips to the size needed. As a general rule, 7/8″ diameter grips typically accompany street/metric bikes, while 1″ typically fit Harley/Cruiser applications.
How are throttle grips installed on a motorcycle?
All integral throttle-tube grips require getting into the control boxes. The other thing that can affect your installation is how your throttle is actuated. Many bikes use a cable-operated throttle, but on many newer motorcycles, a sensor on the throttle sends an electrical signal to a motor on the throttle body itself.
What to look for when installing hand grips?
Make sure of two things as you install: First, don’t let the grip twist as you install it, especially on the left side. If it has a pattern on the rubber surface, it will look all wonky if it sets up in a twisted position. Second, as you near the grip being completely on the bars, make sure to finish sliding it carefully.
What kind of grips do you use on a bicycle?
Grips come in two main varieties: plain rubber grips, and integral-tube style. Rubber grips are replaced just like bicycle or golf club grips. The old rubber gets sliced off, and the new rubber slides over your handlebars and throttle tube. You can identify this style of grips easily — they are soft and squishy.
What’s the difference between rubber grips and integral grips?
Your existing throttle sleeve is re-used. The other, integral-style grip has a throttle sleeve built right into the righthand grip. Typically, these grips are a little pricier and the install is a little more difficult, but they offer a much wider array of looks and textures when compared to rubber grips.
All integral throttle-tube grips require getting into the control boxes. The other thing that can affect your installation is how your throttle is actuated. Many bikes use a cable-operated throttle, but on many newer motorcycles, a sensor on the throttle sends an electrical signal to a motor on the throttle body itself.
Grips come in two main varieties: plain rubber grips, and integral-tube style. Rubber grips are replaced just like bicycle or golf club grips. The old rubber gets sliced off, and the new rubber slides over your handlebars and throttle tube. You can identify this style of grips easily — they are soft and squishy.
Make sure of two things as you install: First, don’t let the grip twist as you install it, especially on the left side. If it has a pattern on the rubber surface, it will look all wonky if it sets up in a twisted position. Second, as you near the grip being completely on the bars, make sure to finish sliding it carefully.
Your existing throttle sleeve is re-used. The other, integral-style grip has a throttle sleeve built right into the righthand grip. Typically, these grips are a little pricier and the install is a little more difficult, but they offer a much wider array of looks and textures when compared to rubber grips.