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Started by ryanschoebel, November 09, 2017, 08:14:00 PM

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ryanschoebel

Hey all, I need new grips for my bike, they are starting to wear, and my throttle one will shift back and forth, given enough pressure. However, i dont want foam (seems to flimsy), and RPMs rubber OEM's are out of stock. I also do really trust what fleabay says will fit.  Do you guys have any recommendations of good, rubber grips, that I can get? Price is always an issue, i cant exactly drop $250 bucks on grips, but I'm willing to spend a bit for some quality ones that will last.

As always, any advice is appreciated!

Ryan
1985 FJ1100-- Atlas (SOLD)
1984 FJ1100-- Storm

ZOA NOM

I use the foam grips and love them. Durable and very good grip.
Rick

Current:
2010 Honda VFR1200 DCT (Full Auto!)
1993 FJ/GSXR 1200 (-ABS)
1987 Porsche 911 Carrera (Race)
1988 Porsche Carrera (Street)
Previous:
1993 FJ1200 (FIREBALL)
1993 FJ1200ABS (RIP my collar bone)
1986 FZ750
1984 FJ600
1982 Seca

FJmonkey

I also use the foam grips from RPM. The grip heaters still work with the foam as well.
The glass is not half full, it was engineered with a 2X safety factor.

'86 Ambulance - Bent frame, cracked case, due for an overhaul
'89 Stormy Blue - Suits my Dark Side

ryanschoebel

How long have you had the foam? It seems like foam would just break down much faster than rubber would, but maybe I'm not picturing the right kind of foam?

Also, how do the foam grips mount? do they simply slide over, or fully replace the existing?

Thanks,

Ryan
1985 FJ1100-- Atlas (SOLD)
1984 FJ1100-- Storm

FJmonkey

They don't last as long as the solid rubber but mine have been on for about 3 years now. They replace the existing grips.
The glass is not half full, it was engineered with a 2X safety factor.

'86 Ambulance - Bent frame, cracked case, due for an overhaul
'89 Stormy Blue - Suits my Dark Side

aviationfred

I use these inexpensive grips. they are the 5" version. https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/pro-grip-780-sportbike-race-grips They work exceptionally well.

I am also a firm believer of the added foam covering. Commonly referred too as Grip Puppies, or Pussy Grips. These dense foam sleeves slide over your existing rubber grips. They provide additional vibration dampening, because they are a bit more dense than the 100% foam grips, they tend to last a bit longer. A side effect that is a love it or hate it situation is the grip diameter is increased. With the Pro-Grip 780 grips, the foam sleeves fit very well

http://grabongrips.com/popup.php?grab_on_grip_covers_500.jpg



Fred
I'm not the fastest FJ rider, I am 'half-fast', the fastest slow guy....

Current
2008 VFR800 RC46 Vtec
1996 VFR750 RC36/2
1990 FJ1300 (1297cc) Casper
1990 VFR750 RC36/1 Minnie
1989 FJ1200 Lazarus, the Streetfighter Project
1985 VF500F RC31 Interceptor

Motofun

Renthal has dual density grips...kevlar something or other.  Don't really think there is actual kevlar in them but they are a soft rubber exterior and hard interior.
'69 Honda Trail 90
'75 Honda CB400F
'85 Yamaha RZ350
'85 Yamaha FJ1100
'89 Yamaha FJ1200
'09 Yamaha 125 Zuma
'09 Kawasaki KZ110 (grand kids)
'13 Suzuki GSXR 750 (track)
'14 Yamaha FZ-09
'18 Suzuki GSXR 1000R (track)
'23 Yamaha Tenere 7
SOLD: CBX,RZ500,Ninja 650,CB400F,V45 Sabre,CB700SC,R1

ryanschoebel

One thing I was concerned about was fit. Are all grips generally universal? Or are there specific fits, like any other part?  Sorry, I know, dumb questions!
Thanks,
Ryan
1985 FJ1100-- Atlas (SOLD)
1984 FJ1100-- Storm

FJ1100mjk

Quote from: ryanschoebel on November 10, 2017, 09:28:19 AM
One thing I was concerned about was fit. Are all grips generally universal? Or are there specific fits, like any other part?  Sorry, I know, dumb questions!
Thanks,
Ryan

A grip for 7/8" diameter handlebars will fit your FJ. When you buy a set of grips, one (usually) has a slightly larger inner diameter than the other, and that is the one that you install on the throttle side.

Grip length is another thing. They come in various lengths, but usually don't vary by a lot. If your old grips are the correct length, use their length to get the next set, or something close to it. Get a set that have open ends. This is needed, so you can re-install your bar end weights after you install the new grips. Some grips have closed ends, but their ends can be removed with a sharp knife pretty easily.

Revzilla, has many grips, and someone in their Customer Service (they are very helpful and knowledgeable too) can help you.
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JPaganel

Foam grips tend to wear out pretty fast.

I put heated grips on my bikes.

:yahoo:
1993 FJ1200 ABS

1984 FJ600, up on blocks

1986 FJ1200, flaming wreck, repaired and sold
1986 FJ1200, repaired, ridden, sold


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