Grip Replacement

[carfixer1]

I'm sure everyone in here has replaced thier stock grips by now, but if not I've come up with a way to do it without destroying the originals if you want to save them.
1) After removing the end caps, slide a small screwdriver between the rubber of the grip and the bar end.

2) Next slide the screwdriver around the bar to break it loose from the glue.

3) Now spray some silicone lube inside along the shank of the screwdriver and slip it around again. The grip should slip around fairly easily now. If not, repeat this step.

4) Grab the grip near the switch housing and give it a good twist to break loose the remaining glue and slide it right off!

I like this idea better than destroying the stock ones, after all having spare parts on hand is always a good thing!:thumbsup:

[PatsAce]

I use the screwdriver and shop air to remove them. It blows the air all around the grip to release it......

[carfixer1]

Another good idea!

[ames77us]

NICE RIDE NOOOOBBBBB!!

[carfixer1]

You too, at which point are we no longer "noobs"?

[ames77us]

I Guess After Everyone Gets Tired Of Calling You Noobs! Dont Worry Though Its Just There Way Of Saying Hello.

[carfixer1]

I try not to!:thumbsup:

[chewychewytoo]

Thanks for posting this info, I am awaiting my shipment from KuryAkyn, this info will be most useful in my replacement of the stock grips.

[ARshadow]

Anyone had experience with removing Kuryakyn Iso grips without tearing them up?

[Gene Frenkle]

Anyone had experience with removing Kuryakyn Iso grips without tearing them up?

Use acetone (nail polish remover) and a small syringe. Use the syringe to inject the acetone between the grip and the bars. Acetone will eat right through any glue and won't harm chrome. I'd keep it away from paint, but it won't hurt chrome.

I know this method works because I was trying to install a set of ISO's last year and they got glued on crooked so I used this method to get them off. Twice actually :madani: .

Another good hint for installing the ISO's when using super glue or any other instant stick glue is to take 2 of the allen screws out of the end caps when you install the grips (or just remove the end caps entirely). That way, when you slide the grip on, the air can escape and they go on easier and won't get stuck halfway on.

[Tiger-Ray]

What is your opinion on the best way to remove the stock end caps without leaving any wrench impresions?

[chewychewytoo]

Mine were pretty easily removed, the throttle side was threaded, the other side was just stuck on with glue it seemed. So I just slipped the clutch side off, and the throttle side, I tried to do the same and ended up breaking it, and then realized it just unscrewed, and the rest just threaded right off.

[carfixer1]

Perseverence and a firm handshake?

[~cruisin~]

thats weird, i remember one for sure threaded, but the other, i just kinda grabbed it with my hand and just twisted the shit out of it, and i guess my he-man super human strength must have broke the glue.... lol or it might have been cause it was a hot day and they were sitting in the sun and the heat made the glue kinda wet and loose. not sure but because it makes me feel good im going with option A

[fegs]

well, sometimes they're on there tight. You can use a belt like wrench (work best for me) or a towel on the cap then pliers....

[quam]

hammer.

[NAL]

a torch works the best

[Tiger-Ray]

a torch works the best

I took a pipe wrench and got it off. Hehehe...I was more fun to do it that way.

[FireySpirit]

Grips were the first thing to go on my bike. I just twisted the ends off with my hands. Good tip on removing the ISO's. I put one of mine on crooked and had a hell of a time getting it off without destroying it.

[Lizardking]

When removing the stockers use a small diameter round shank screwdriver, a phillips works best.

Once you work the tip of the screwdriver up near the top of the grip you can roll it to help break it free.

[ARshadow]

its impossible to get iso grips off without fucking up the rubber inserts. The glue that comes with them is stout.

[Lizardking]

They send 2 tubes of glue with the ISO grips, one for each side. I only used half a tube on each side, its been holding fine for 3+ months.

If I ever remove them, Im hoping they will come off easily.

[Cramer]

Stockers came off nicely by slipping a screwdriver between the grip and bar and working it around. Great suggestion. BTW - be sure to order the correct ISO Grip for metric cruisers (unless you want to grind out your switch housing like me).

[black widow]

I followed this thread all the way through; I am encouraged by the very heplful tips that when I am ready to replace my stock grips with the flame grips from Kuryakyn that I shuold be able to keep my stock ones (for what I don't know) but I was wondering if anyone has feedback on the whole glue question....how is it holding up over time?

[ShadowMonster]

I followed this thread all the way through; I am encouraged by the very heplful tips that when I am ready to replace my stock grips with the flame grips from Kuryakyn that I shuold be able to keep my stock ones (for what I don't know) but I was wondering if anyone has feedback on the whole glue question....how is it holding up over time?
Not sure about the glue but saving the stockers is simple, I've removed both my C2 and Aero grips in a couple mins without damage and put the kury's on in about the same time using this site http://www.grmorris.com/pictures/vtxoa/kuryakyn-grips-install/index.htm .... know I got my fingers stuck together and had to use acetone to get them apart, if the grips stick that good I'll be happy :stunned:

[carfixer1]

I've had mine on for over two years with no problems. I also used very little of the glue.

[firefighter212]

I followed this thread all the way through; I am encouraged by the very heplful tips that when I am ready to replace my stock grips with the flame grips from Kuryakyn that I shuold be able to keep my stock ones (for what I don't know) but I was wondering if anyone has feedback on the whole glue question....how is it holding up over time?I changed out my stockers with the kuryakyn flame grips,Done as most mentioned here.Twisted the end cap off and used air to blow around them.Done the same when i put my new bars on and once again,no problems.Be sure to use good glue,let it sit inside out of the sun for a few hours.I first used some glue(new in the package but a few years old)that i had for my dirt bike grips,bad ideal,try riding 60 miles with the death grip in your right hand.(sucks)

[black widow]

Thanks a lot! Really great site for step by step....you are the first on the list for any custom parts when I get my C.N.C. certification!!! :-):thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

oops! sorry I spelled you name wrong! Shadow monster

[Lizardking]

Since my first post Ive replaced many grips. Ive found that gorolla glue works great, holds well, but is pretty easy to remove if you need to. It also sets overnight so there isnt the pressure of getting the grip in the exact spot the first time.

[Dcfam]

Thanks for all the tips.. This made it easy to save my grips. One additional note, make sure you have some towels nearby, especially if your wd-40 can doesn't have a good nozzle and spout. I got too anxious to put my new bars on and had some issues.

[Rplace55]

gorilla glue? I use it a lot but would've never thought to use it for this, how is it holding up? how much did you use? That stuff bubbles up and expands so much as it dries I'd be afraid of it bubbling out onto my bike. Would be nice to not have to worry about it drying before you're ready!!!

[PandaBearBG]

thanks for the tips!

[firefighter212]

Dont know if anyone has posted this or not but it is a simple trick when installing grips.Don`t put the glue on the bars.Put a nice bead on the inside of the grip,that way it pushes the excess inside the grip and not onto the bars and it drip everywhere.Just a lil fyi and experience.lol

[crimsonblooded]

Thanks for posting this info, I am awaiting my shipment from KuryAkyn, this info will be most useful in my replacement of the stock grips.

ditto... cant wait for them to get here!! great little write up, i will def. use your tactic! :thumbsup:

[jmatteis]

For those using the Gorilla Glue, are you using the regular Gorilla Glue
http://www.gorillaglue.com/Portals/0/images/products/family-bucket-Nov2010.gif
Or the Gorilla Glue Super Glue?
http://www.gorillaglue.com/Portals/0/images/products/superglue-bucket-Nov2010.gif

[bigdavy_p]

http://ui30.gamespot.com/2845/deadthread_2.jpg
Wait a minute..... This thread is waaayyy past dead (but I read it anyways). So let me get this straight...

slide in, slide around to loosen, lube inside along shank, repeat.

I think I may have done this before somewhere :idea2:

I'm sure everyone in here has replaced thier stock grips by now, but if not I've come up with a way to do it without destroying the originals if you want to save them.
1) After removing the end caps, slide a small screwdriver between the rubber of the grip and the bar end.

2) Next slide the screwdriver around the bar to break it loose from the glue.

3) Now spray some silicone lube inside along the shank of the screwdriver and slip it around again. The grip should slip around fairly easily now. If not, repeat this step.

4) Grab the grip near the switch housing and give it a good twist to break loose the remaining glue and slide it right off!

I like this idea better than destroying the stock ones, after all having spare parts on hand is always a good thing!:thumbsup: