grip replacement

[seisouso]

Normally I don't ride without gloves. But the other day I was just changing parking spaces so I didn't wear gloves, and I felt on the underside of the grips what feels like could be the heating element for the heated grips. I guess I didn't notice the rubber on the grips had worn almost all the way down. I don't want to shell out the cash to replace the entire grip assembly if I just need new rubber, so I'm thinking of just cutting off the old grip and sliding a new grip over the heating element. Has anyone done this? Maybe this would be way too complicated and I should just eat the $$ and order whole new grips from the dealer. Any thoughts, or reccomondations?

[ruddy]

Check this thread: http://www.r1150r.org/board/viewtopic.php?t=10136

[r1150rider]

I routinely replace the stock grips on all my bikes with Renthal "full diamond" road-race style grips. They come in 3 compounds (soft, medium, and firm) and are all grey(soft being light grey, firm being dark).

You can carefully cut the stock grips off, taking great care not to cut through to the heating elements. Then, clean off any adhesive residue, and you're ready to put on your new grips. With the Renthals, I heat a bowl of water to just short of boiling and let the grips soak for a few minutes. I've heard hairspray works well as a lubricant and becomes an adhesive after it dries, I use window cleaner with good results. Heating the grips in hot water seems to help them stretch over BMW's heating elements, which is good 'cuz it ain't easy!

[dnat928]

OK, having noted an aftermarket replacement above - my question is about the diameter of the grip. I find the smaller (than a previous cycle) R1150R grip diameter less appealing - I prefer a larger diameter grip. Do the Renthals (or any other possible replacement for that matter) come in a bit larger diameter?

[ruddy]

OK, having noted an aftermarket replacement above - my question is about the diameter of the grip. I find the smaller (than a previous cycle) R1150R grip diameter less appealing - I prefer a larger diameter grip. Do the Renthals (or any other possible replacement for that matter) come in a bit larger diameter?

Would these Grip Puppies do the trick for you?

http://www.casporttouring.com/store/mer ... Code=grips

[DJ Downunder]

One thing to remember when buying new aftermarket grips for our bike...You will need to buy two sets..and use both throttle side grips.

DJ

[ASQTec]

Got these from Beemer Boneyard. They work great, and they're cheap.

http://www.beemerboneyard.com/foamgripcov.html

[NAIAD]

to dnat928...

The only noticeably larger grips I've ever seen were marketed by Gold Belt and also by Tacki Grip several years ago. They were sort of "barrel" shaped and relieved some carpal tunnel problems I had on certain large bore 4 cylinder Japanese bikes that had a low amplitude/high frequency bar buzz. The web browser seems to be off line right now so I can't find a source right now. Think they were called "Grand Touring Grips"...

I've actually thought about replacing my R grips with these, but uncertain if they're even manufactured anymore. Not that my R really needs them, but I got so used to their feel back in the 80's I've had them on every bike since. Heck, even on a couple of Ducati's, which got really strange looks from other sportbike riders.

Think I will look a bit for them when the browser is working again (foiled by MSN again!) and I'll drop you a note if I find 'em...

Ciao! BJ

[NAIAD]

to dnat928..

Okay, found them at Chapparral Motorsports...

Grand Touring USA Tacki Grips

http://www.chaparral-racing.com/Chaparr ... 9E1992611A

As DJ mentioned, probably need two sets and use the larger ID throttle side on both sides of an R. Now...just a little more research to make sure these will really fit. Hope this helps a little...

BJ