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kneeslider

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Changing grips.
« on: September 24, 2016, 03:41:29 AM »
Tried changing the grips today but the workshop guys told me it cannot be done as the throttle tube and its grip are moulded together.

Is the correct?

I purchased Spider Peak grips and would like them fitted.
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Re: Changing grips.
« Reply #1 on: September 24, 2016, 05:10:48 AM »

  I seen something about 6 months ago,.  and they installed foam covers over the grip,.  the grip was glued on,.
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Re: Changing grips.
« Reply #2 on: September 24, 2016, 10:55:07 AM »
Horror.

Left side was a breeze. The right a nightmare, some Einstein at Kymco decided it was a good idea to mold the grip to the throttle tube. I tried slicing off the rubber but went too far and took out a decent chunk of the throttle tube - refer to pic.

Now, I need to source a new regular tube.

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Re: Changing grips.
« Reply #3 on: September 27, 2016, 04:39:02 AM »
Maybe sanding it a bit and using enough glue would be ok.
When installing heated grips on my motorcycle I used specific glue used for mounting heated grips, after 7 years they haven't moved a bit.
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Re: Changing grips.
« Reply #4 on: September 27, 2016, 07:02:15 AM »
Tried shaving it off with a blade, too much trouble.

Sanding would be a bigger PITA.

I just would like to get a new throttle tube without moulded grips.

Any suggestions on what fits?
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Re: Changing grips.
« Reply #5 on: September 27, 2016, 10:43:15 PM »
]take a look at powersportswarehouse.com     
53140  lea7-eoo-h5r
grip comp throt.   $20.06
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kneeslider

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Re: Changing grips.
« Reply #6 on: September 28, 2016, 02:00:36 AM »
Hi,
Part number 53140 in the exploded diagram shows that the grip and throttle tube is separate....... but I know it is mounted together.
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Re: Changing grips.
« Reply #7 on: September 28, 2016, 03:33:19 PM »
Recently changed my grips on my GTI....yesterday actually. It's quite easy. Firstly you will need to purchase the entire 7/8" grip setup. (not the slide over grips) they'll be a pain in the backside.
It's easier to get the entire OEM grip off by spraying a little brake cleaner to soften the adhesive. This way it will be alot easier to remove. The grip system that I ordered has the entire throttle cable junction.
Please see link for photos

https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0ByldrEqY6D2CM0NoU2l2ajdtUUk
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kneeslider

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Re: Changing grips.
« Reply #8 on: September 29, 2016, 01:25:29 AM »
You mean the throttle tube and grip actually are not moulded together?

Maybe mine molded together after 3 years of service.........
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Re: Changing grips.
« Reply #9 on: September 29, 2016, 01:55:08 AM »
Quote from: kneeslider on September 29, 2016, 01:25:29 AM
You mean the throttle tube and grip actually are not moulded together?

Maybe mine molded together after 3 years of service.........

What do you have on your brake levers?  You can just notice it in the first photo.
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agilebda

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Re: Changing grips.
« Reply #10 on: September 29, 2016, 02:58:00 AM »
Quote from: kneeslider on September 29, 2016, 01:25:29 AM
You mean the throttle tube and grip actually are not moulded together?

Maybe mine molded together after 3 years of service.........

They are molded by adhesive. Brake cleaner or Carb & Choke cleaner should easily remove.
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Re: Changing grips.
« Reply #11 on: September 29, 2016, 02:59:01 AM »
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Re: Changing grips.
« Reply #12 on: September 29, 2016, 03:23:25 AM »
Thank you for that.   :)

Paul
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Re: Changing grips.
« Reply #13 on: October 16, 2016, 12:17:10 AM »
I tried removing the throttle grip today on the DT300, it's impossible to do without completely destroying it. I think the OP is correct in that the rubber grip and the throttle sleeve is molded together. Brake cleaner and wedging an allen key/flat head screwdriver only broke the rubber apart. I'm done messing with it for now and will just install the heated grips on a different bike
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kneeslider

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Re: Changing grips.
« Reply #14 on: October 16, 2016, 02:18:31 AM »
Yeah, I've been trying to find a replacement throttle tube which is has a quick throttle function.
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