covering grips

[Jersey Big Mike]

So I tried the flextape as a grip cover -- works pretty well so far.

This was a TEST so I did not remove the rubber from the grip first so it did not apply completely smoothly. I'll ride it for a bit in the heat before I decide if this is a permanent fix, then I'll cut the rubber off and reapply the flexseal tape.

 

[Mr. Wright]

Come on Mike. Cut the rubber off, and go get you some long leather boot laces. Soak the laces in water then tightly rap the grip.

 

[BWG56]

I'll prolly use a radiator hose when mine wear out, then they'll match my foot pegs.

 

[dentdude36]

I’d just buy new ones

 

[cdogg556]

I think I’ll just stay with the original grips.

 

[Jersey Big Mike]

Ok, my grips are worn, and the rubber is breaking down. My hands end up filthy because of it.

As I said this was a TEST, that's why I didn't cut the rubber yet. I was concerned with the feel, the heat maybe messing with the adhesive etc.

Thought about the leather as well, but it turns out this provides a little more tack/nonslip to the grip -- need to see how it works in rain.

Thought about the radiator hose routine as that worker perfectly for the pegs, and I may try that but I was trying not to increase the size (diameter) of the grip and getting the hose over the flare on the end looked like it be a PITA.

Dent -- I'm retired and not even on a fixed income -- I'm on a broke income -- I'm always BROKE, would love someone to "fix" my income!

 

[Nukeranger]

Mike,

I've been retired 3 months now and have been spending more money than what comes in......so, I've got to figure out what to do with my toe shifter. I want to keep my pegs as original as possible and previously just bought new ones. The brake side rubber is fine so I don't really want them to not match. I had a left grip where the rubber broke down and while I was still working just bought a new set.

I feel your pain. Decisions.....decisions.

 

[what?]

cut mine off a long time ago. i ride with gloves on bare grips. i do like the idea with the leather boot laces.

 

[cdogg556]

Mike,

I've been retired 3 months now and have been spending more money than what comes in......so, I've got to figure out what to do with my toe shifter. I want to keep my pegs as original as possible and previously just bought new ones. The brake side rubber is fine so I don't really want them to not match. I had a left grip where the rubber broke down and while I was still working just bought a new set.

I feel your pain. Decisions.....decisions.

Guess I better start stocking up to prepare for retirement!

 

[BWG56]

Ok, my grips are worn, and the rubber is breaking down. My hands end up filthy because of it.

As I said this was a TEST, that's why I didn't cut the rubber yet. I was concerned with the feel, the heat maybe messing with the adhesive etc.

Thought about the leather as well, but it turns out this provides a little more tack/nonslip to the grip -- need to see how it works in rain.

Thought about the radiator hose routine as that worker perfectly for the pegs, and I may try that but I was trying not to increase the size (diameter) of the grip and getting the hose over the flare on the end looked like it be a PITA.

Dent -- I'm retired and not even on a fixed income -- I'm on a broke income -- I'm always BROKE, would love someone to "fix" my income!

You could always try using that spray on bed liner, then you could lightly coat it or build it up to your liking. To me the bike ain't ever going to be worth what you think its worth, so the 3F's is the direction I take. Maybe try it on a toilet paper roll and let it get hard to get the feel for the diameter.

Guess I better start stocking up to prepare for retirement!

What they tell you ya need and what you really need for retirement are 2 completely different things. I believe key is going into retirement debt free, yes I'm an authority on that also

 

[Mr. Wright]

Send them to me and I'll do them like I did Big Daddy's, for less than a new set would cost you.

 

[BWG56]

I believe he's in need of the grips, not the foot pegs

 

[Butch Cassidy]

My wife came up with the idea of using 'tennis racquet tape'.... good grip; not messy; and has some cushion to it too. I like them

 

[Ernie12]

My wife came up with the idea of using 'tennis racquet tape'.... good grip; not messy; and has some cushion to it too. I like them
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Now that's a good Idea. Its made for hot sweaty hands and has a good grip.


Hey Butch what brand mirrors are those ?

 

[Jersey Big Mike]

My wife came up with the idea of using 'tennis racquet tape'.... good grip; not messy; and has some cushion to it too. I like them
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I consider good bicycle wrap as well (not the crap in walmart -- stuff serious cyclist use).
Who knows what the final results will be. I know it will not be replacement grips when all the other alternatives I'm looking at are cheap to do in compairision.

 

[cdogg556]

My wife came up with the idea of using 'tennis racquet tape'.... good grip; not messy; and has some cushion to it too. I like them
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[Dragonslave]

Here is how I did mine and still rockin after 2 years.

http://www.bigdogbiker.com/threads/how-to-re-apply-rubber-to-pegs-and-grips.75903/#post-716601

 

[pknowles]

My wife came up with the idea of using 'tennis racquet tape'.... good grip; not messy; and has some cushion to it too. I like them
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Quick Butch, apply for a patent

 

[Butch Cassidy]

Now that's a good Idea. Its made for hot sweaty hands and has a good grip.


Hey Butch what brand mirrors are those ?

.... not sure. I bought the bike a few years ago and they were on there. I do like them

 

[Butch Cassidy]

... here is a better pic. But nothing is written on them... :/