gripping grips?

[skiracer]

Hi guys!

What is everyone using to keep your grip tight on the handlebars?  I use to use an spray that "melted" the rubber to the steel.  Besides that, I also wire the outside for additional holding power.  Your help will be greatly appreciated.  James

[wfopete]

Any quality grip glue should provide ample adhesion for your needs. Preparation is the key.  I've used hair spray in a pinch but Honda line or Renthal glue for best results.  Wire is still as in style today as it was "back in the day".  

Pete Petrick



'01 KTM EXC 520, '74 YZ 250, '86 Honda XR 250, '71 Hodaka 100, '74 SUZUKI TM 400, '73 Penton Jackpiner

[Rain Man]

I always thought "holding on for dear life" kept them suckers firm on the bar:D

Raymond
 Down East Pentons

[Keithuu]

Hello, folks;
After trying all sorts of "grip-grabbing" techniques over the years, I find the best (for me, at least) is to spray Cyclo brand carb cleaner liberally inside the grip, pop that sucker on, position it quickly, and voila!, it is on - period. It usually only takes a minute or so to dry. The best part is that if you switch grips later, there's no residual goop to clean off[8D]

Keithuu

[farmer58za]

Lacquer thinners also works well. Once it's on, wire it up.

Regards

David
'75 KTM GS250
'75 KTM GS400

[Dennis Jones]

Here's another one. I spray clear lacguer spraypaint inside the grip, slid it on, 3 wires per grip. They will wear out before they twist or move.

Dennis Jones

[slvrbrdfxr]

Hi all,
I apply a layer of two-sided carpet tape on the bars then spray the inside of the grips and the tape with Gumout carb cleaner. The grips just slip right on and when the Gumout evaporates they are good to go. I've used the same method on my golf clubs for many years with no problems also.
Dave McCullough

[skiracer]

Thanks for all the input!  I appreciate it!




76 250 MC5 original owner
81 175 KTM

[imported_n/a]

Hi, does any of this apply to plastic throttle tubes? Or is there a separate application that works for them?!

cheeterman

[Dennis Jones]

I do the same on both ends.

Dennis Jones

[John E]

I used to just use compressed air to get them on and then wire in place, but it seems they don't grip like I remember.
Anyway, I like the idea of grip glue---I just can't use it! It always seems to dry tacky enough by the halfway point that I have to rip the grip off, and revert to the older method. Any tips for using the stuff?

JE

[imported_n/a]

Hi, does any of this apply to plastic throttle tubes? Or is there a separate application that works for them?!

cheeterman

[Dennis Jones]

I do the same on both ends.

Dennis Jones

[John E]

I used to just use compressed air to get them on and then wire in place, but it seems they don't grip like I remember.
Anyway, I like the idea of grip glue---I just can't use it! It always seems to dry tacky enough by the halfway point that I have to rip the grip off, and revert to the older method. Any tips for using the stuff?

JE

[ksithumper]

quote:Originally posted by slvrbrdfxr

Hi all,
I apply a layer of two-sided carpet tape on the bars then spray the inside of the grips and the tape with Gumout carb cleaner. The grips just slip right on and when the Gumout evaporates they are good to go. I've used the same method on my golf clubs for many years with no problems also.
Dave McCullough

is that clutch side or throttle side of the golf club?