installing grips

[tommymac]

its been forever since I did this and am installing a set of renthall grips on the gsxr. The left side went on just by twisting/forcing it on. Are there any tricks to install the grip over the throttle tube. Got a TD on monday so I dont want to start forcing it and break anything before I go.

[Dave]

you *did* remember to check which grip had the big hole right? ;) lots of hairspray usually works as a temporary lube to slide it on

[pauldun170]

you *did* remember to check which grip had the big hole right? ;) lots of hairspray usually works as a temporary lube to slide it on

She said it burns

[askmrjesus]

Compressed air + blower nozzle = done.

JC

[Phenix_Rider]

you *did* remember to check which grip had the big hole right? ;) lots of hairspray usually works as a temporary lube to slide it on

This is what I do. The hair spray dries and works like glue. Cheapest stuff you can find.

[marko138]

Compressed air + blower nozzle = done.

JC

This is what I do.


Tom, is this your first day?

[Amber Lamps]

Compressed air, hair sppray or grip glue... I've used all three.

[Trip]

Ive used a little soap and a lot of water to success in a pinch. I think we did that with phenixs bike at indy.

[CrazyKell]

Compressed air + blower nozzle = done.

JC

this. I'm just too lazy to re-do mine right now!

[Dave]

This reminds me, need to grab the new fb. They're handing out freebie grips again and ill need a new set for the hawk

[tallywacker]

Compressed air + blower nozzle = done.

JC

You sir are correct.

[Particle Man]

If the throttle tube has that stupid lip at the end a little dremel action may also be in order...