Kuryakyn Grip Install

[Felix T Cat]

I ordered the 6235 ISO Grips and the 6250 Throttle Boss. The 6235 comes with 2 grips, glue, instructions, and a small plastic tube about 1.5" long and 1" in diameter. NOTE: The new grips do not come with an allen wrench to remove the end caps.

Heres a picture of what you will end up with afterwards just for reference (note, old clutch grip is not in picture, I had already thrown it out)
http://www.blamefelix.com/images/M109gripinstall/parts1.jpghttp://www.thefelixfamily.com/images/M109/New%20Grip%20Install/DCP_1264.jpg
http://www.blamefelix.com/images/M109gripinstall/parts2.jpg
http://www.thefelixfamily.com/images/M109/New%20Grip%20Install/DCP_1265.jpg

Throw out the 1.5" plastic tube, it is not needed and just confused me at first. I also threw out the glue and used Gorilla Glue. I wanted a little more time before it set.

Throttle Side NEW Grip that has a plastic tube fixed into it.

1) Tap off chrome end cap. I used a flat blade screw driver and hammer and very lightly tapped. It comes off pretty easy.
2) Loosen the throttle cable adjuster and remove the 2 screws in this pic:
http://www.thefelixfamily.com/images/M109/New%20Grip%20Install/DCP_1269.jpg
3) Remove the lower half of the starter switch cover and set aside
4) Remove the Philips head screw to completely remove the starter switch assy (NOTE: I do not have a pic of this but it's pretty easy to figure out once you complete step 3)
5) Lift off the starter switch and push to the side
6) At this point you will see where the throttle cables hook into the throttle. If you look at the second pic at the top of this thread you will see the end of the throttle tube. You should be able to pull the throttle cable out of the hooks. I used a small pair of smooth needle nose pliers. If you loosened the cable up in step 2 this should be pretty easy. I removed the rider side first and then the brake handle side.
7) Remove the old grip.
8) Slide on NEW Grip
9) Re-hook the brake side cable
10) Re-hook the rider side cable (this one was a bit of a pain but if you take your time it should pop back in)
11) Re-assemble the starter switch assy. 1 screw, then the 2 screw cover plate on the bottom.
12) Re-Tighten the throttle cable.

At ths point I installed the Throttle Boss.
1) Remove the NEW grip end cap via the 4 allen head screws
2) Install the Boss between the handle and the trim ring.
3) Using the 4 longer screws (provided with the boss) lightly tighten the end cap
4) Adjust the boss to a comfortable position
5) Tighten the 4 allen head screws

Step back and compare the old vs new:
http://www.blamefelix.com/images/M109gripinstall/grip%20compare.jpghttp://www.thefelixfamily.com/images/M109/New%20Grip%20Install/DCP_1261.jpg
http://www.blamefelix.com/images/M109gripinstall/grip%20compare2.jpg

Clutch Side, NEW Grip that does not have a plastic tube in it:
1) Cut off the old grip with a sharp knife.
2) Using a flat blade screw driver or a large open end wrench and a hammer lightly tap off the end cap. It comes off pretty easy so just tap it off.
3) Remove the chrome trim ring
4) Clean off the old glue. I used a little alcohol and some sandpaper.
5) Remove the end cap from the new grip. Use an allen wrench and remove the 4 screws from the end.
6) Apply glue to inside of NEW grip. You should apply the glue to what will be the "inside edge" of the grip so that as you push it on the glue slides down the rest of the inside. I used Gorilla Glue so that it would give me a little more time to set it on.
7) Slide grip on and align the rubber where you want it. I set the rubber grip on the top and bottom, it felt most comfortable and matched the alignment of the throttle side.
8) Wipe out any excess glue from the end of the grip
9) Re-install the End cap using the 4 allen head screws.

Stand Back and look at the new grips:
http://www.blamefelix.com/images/M109gripinstall/after.jpghttp://www.thefelixfamily.com/images/M109/New%20Grip%20Install/DCP_1263.jpg
http://www.blamefelix.com/images/M109gripinstall/after2.jpg
http://www.blamefelix.com/images/M109gripinstall/after3.jpgEDIT: Apologies to anybody looking for the pictures. I haven't been here in ages and had killed the old host I was using. These should be good for a long while.
http://www.blamefelix.com/images/M109gripinstall/after4.jpg

[Lamonster]

:bigthumbsup:

[Stretch]

Installed the iso grips last night, took about 45 minutes start to finish. Start on the throttle handle first as that side is the fixed side for the rotation of the grip.
Loosen the throttle cable, take out the 2 screws that hold the control module in place and remove the rear return cable first. After that the other cable basically falls out. Install the new grip, setting the forward cable in place first and then set the rear cable in place. Reinstall the controller screws with a little blue thread lock and then readjust the throttle cable. I would also start the bike to make sure you have not tightened the throttle cable to much causing the bike to rev.

Once you have finished the throttle grip, pop off the left bar end (it's only a plastic piece held in place by friction) then slip a long thin flat head screw driver under the grip and work the old grip off. The plastic ring by the headlamp switch will slid right off. Take some 200-300 grit sand paper and remove all the left over glue and to roughen up the handle bar for better glue adhesion.

I found the the little sleeve that fits inside the left grip needs to be cut at 3/16" to 1/4" in length and then inserted into the end of the grip. Test fit the grip to make sure you have it set in the correct position. I aligned the grip to match the throttle grip and place a piece of tape on the headlight controller as a reference when I put the grip on permanently. Wipe off the handle bar with alcohol and then apply the glue supplied with the grip. Start to slide the new grip onto the handle bar and don't stop rotating and pushing the grip until you are satisfied with it's position. Once you stop pushing/rotating the glue will set up almost immediately.

Good luck and enjoy the new feeling. A great improvement.

[FL109er]

I used the same grips and only have one question:

I didn't use the plastic sleeve that came with the new grips, nor did I replace the plastic sleeve that was in the stock grip. Should I have used either one? Everything fits and works fine.


Best $50.00 upgrade out there in my opinion.

[Felix T Cat]

I didn't use the short plastic tube, The new Throttle grip (if you got the same part number) came with a tube in it so correct, there was no need to do anything with the plastic tube in the stock grip.

[Macpilot]

Just started to put my new grips on today, and those bastards at the factory (or the dealer, while they "prepped" the bike) decided to overtighten one of the phillips on the throttle side screws, so I stripped it. Now I have to remove the screw before I can continue with this mod. Hopefully I can find another screw in my garage to put back in there.

I also purchased the brake and clutch pedal covers. It is pretty weak how the instructions from Kuryakyn tell you to use electric tape to make a good fit, and then glue the peg cover the the peg. That is quite a cheesy way of installing a peg. Also, the little allen screw is worthless in securing the peg cover to the peg. Not too impressed with that product. The peg cover won't stay secure and I am not sure how I will solve this, except drilling a hole in the peg itself for the allen screw to go into.

Hopefully the grips work out better.

[chadrob30]

Just started to put my new grips on today, and those bastards at the factory (or the dealer, while they "prepped" the bike) decided to overtighten one of the phillips on the throttle side screws, so I stripped it. Now I have to remove the screw before I can continue with this mod. Hopefully I can find another screw in my garage to put back in there.

Me too. Now I'm stuck with a half disassembled bike and no way to get the screw out. How did you get it out on yours?

[Macpilot]

The screw that gave me trouble was not crucial and I could still use the bike. But I wound up using a screw-removal bit that was slightly smaller in diameter than the screw and carefully drilled up into the screw which eventually made it break apart. Found a very similar screw at a hardware store to replace it with. No problem.

[Hardly Davidson]

At least you guys are smart enough to install the throttle side first so that you can get the design of the grips to align symmetrically. Seen some installs that don't quite look right. Those must be the people who drink the kool-aid.

[rdnktx25]

I installed the new grips and the throttle is sticking. The idle is fine. I'm not very mechanically inclined. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

[Felix T Cat]

I installed the new grips and the throttle is sticking. The idle is fine. I'm not very mechanically inclined. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.


Did you re-tighten the throttle cable that you loosened to get the factory grip off ?. If that cable is not tight it won't "snap" the throttle back

[rdnktx25]

The cable was adjusted properly. Ive been thinking all day and I know what I did wrong. I nicked the handle bar just a little bit while taking of the end cap on the stock grip. That is what is causing the sticking. I'm going to take the grip back off and smooth out the handle bar. I hope I didn't ruin the rubber on the inside of the grip. If so I will have buy another set. Thank you for attempting to help, hopefully it wont be a fifty dollar lesson. This is my first bike and needless to say I've got alot to learn. This site has been a tremendous help.

[cwmcdaniel]

Thanks for the how to, really made the job easy. I used the Gorilla glue you recommended and it worked great. But how do you get it off of place you don't want after it dries. There's some on the handle bar between the grip and signal housing and on the side of the signal housing. I think I used a little too much. :redfaced:

[Felix T Cat]

Small blade, I used an x-acto knife to CAREFULLY clean it up.

[Dickschiff]

Darn Phillips screw tricked me too.
I do not know how they managed to tighten it soo much without ripping off the head.
Now I am here with a screw that does not budge.

I think some WD40 and maybe hammering a slit into it might give a better angle of attack...
We will see.

[Trouble_Is]

I used the screwdriver and pliers in the, ahem,..."tool kit" to remove the screws :redfaced: I pushed up on the screwdriver handle as hard as I could with the palm of my hand and turned the screwdriver with the pliers. It made a popping noise when it let go, kinda like the bolts do that hold the cowl/pillion seat on. There's no way in heck that screw should have had that much torque applied to it ::) I also dremeled the teet off of the headlight/blinker assembly and moved it so I could turn the clutch handle up a little without hitting the "pass" button. It's been like that for a couple months and hasn't worked loose yet :D

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j13/ILUVMYM109R/DSC00552_00-01.jpg

[Trogdor]

I'm starting to wonder about Suzuki's Quality control...Screws that are overtightened and nuts falling off the blinkers to Wheels put on backwards...I hope Suzuki is visiting this site to see what we are talking about and then do something to fix it...

[sboden]

This will be my first mod. I loved these grips on my previous bike. The throttle body worked great for my long bike trips. Thanks for the step by step instructions. They are as good as the one on my previous bike's forum.

[sledzep01]

I just did mine tonight. Great directions.

1 thing. I used the glue that came with it. Unless you are really weak it is fine. It did not set instantly. It's about 70 degrees here now, I dont know if that helpoed.

I did use a little tape on the control so I knew where to line up the left grip.
Just be sure you removed ALL the old glue and the new grip should go right on

Sledzep

[2006moy]

Instead of using tape thats what that little throw away tube is just cut a small piece off and your grips will have the right lenght install.. i used a tape measure in the old grip from end to opening then did the same on the kurys the difference is what i cut that little piece of tubing worked perfectly.

[Dickschiff]

One little tip that might be helpful:

Not only loosen the throttle adjuster, but turn it all the way INSIDE the throttle box.
So the throttle cable will come really loose and it will be no problem to remove it.

After the install just turn the throttle adjuster back to its old position (as visible in the pictures above) around 1 cm from
the throttle box.

[Boar]

Yep same problem here with the screw, time for hammer trick hope it works

[Boar]

:edit: Cant get that damned screw out at all tried tapping it with a hammer and no luck :realmad:

[seapup]

:edit: Cant get that damned screw out at all tried tapping it with a hammer and no luck :realmad:


Use an impact driver, either manual or impact drill combo.

http://s7.sears.com/is/image/Sears/00947641000

How-to: http://www.motorcycle.com/how-to/how-to-extract-stuck-screws-3440.htm

Some sources:
http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/product.do?pid=00947641000
http://www.globalsources.com/gsol/I/Screwdriver-set/p/sm/1002747873.htm

[dozer46158]

What about applying a little heat to it before you try backing it out ? :bigthumbsup:

[seapup]

What about applying a little heat to it before you try backing it out ? :bigthumbsup:


Heating it will reduce the strength at the head first which means the head will probably shear off before the thread end releases.

[Boar]

I got em on finally, had to act like a was :edit: a watermelon redfaced then put as much upward pressure I could with my palm on the screwdriver and got it finally, got both sides on only problem Im having now is the turnsignal assembly when Im putting it back together the seams to the top and bottom part are not fully touching :dontknow: doesnt seem to be anything abstructing the pieces that I can see. Thought maybe I had a wire hung up or somethin tried it about 5 times now and doesnt seem to want to meet up grips look great that signal assemblys bugging me though

[seapup]

There is an alignment pin on the assembly/housing that has to match up with a hole drilled in your bars, unless you dremelled the pin off to raise/lower your bars.

[Boar]

Seapup :yourock: that was it guess I got in a hurry and didnt notice that appreciate the help :bigthumbsup:

[TonyRumble]

Just got mine on.. super easy to install. I'm glad i didn't have the issues with the screws some other have had.. :o waiting for the glue to dry and it will be all done. the only thing I'm not so sure of is the play on the throttle side. I know there was some in the stock throttle. but i can't remember if it was this bad or not. i did adjust the cable so the throttle up and down play is ok. it's the side to side play that feels weird. anyone else have this??

[PSALM109]

I am not sure why, but I am having a MOST DIFFICULT time with the throttle cables being loose enough to move off the throttle sleeve hooks?

AND, there is no way to slip the old grip off (throttle side) with the lower starter casing in place and the cable retainers snugged up underneath the casing!?!?!?!?!

This is proving to be a most annoying modification for me. AM I DOING SOMETHING WRONG or WHAT IS THE DEAL WITH GETTING THE CABLE FERREL'S OFF? They are both so tight that I cannot even budge them and I've already loosened the tension wheel as pictured!?!?! :o

I NEED HELP QUICK - I am in the garage trying to get this done tonight!

Anyone who knows what to do and if you can help me out, please call me at 407-908-1668, anytime up through Midnight, EST.

Thank you for your time and consideration!
Don

[Isjustus]

Are you sure the "tension wheel" isn't just the lock nut? Once the locknut is loosened, you need to turn the adjuster IN to loosen the cable. Hope this is your problem, and that helps?

[Isjustus]

OK, I was just out looking at my bike, and the last statement I made may be wrong. I have my new grips, just not installed yet. May have to tackle it tomorrow. Looks different from what I'm used to. Sorry, just trying to help.

Service Manual for handlebar removal states, skipping to step 3 as handlebars aren't coming off

#3 remove grip endcap
#4 remove wire to switch and remove right handlebar switch
#5 disconnect throttle cable by removing throttle grip
(I know it probably doesn't help, just thought I'd pull out the manual and see if I could find anything that would help) :bigthumbsup:

[Isjustus]

OK, your post motivated me to go do my right side grip and my first post was pretty close, I was just thinking it loosened the opposite way that it does.

In picture 3 on the first page, that says "loosen this adjuster all the way", you need to loosen up the "wheel" which is a jamnut(toward the control). THEN you need to twist the adjuster on the cable(again toward the control) which gives slack for the cable closest the rider. It's still a tight fit to get it off fully slack, but a needlenose pliers and a small screwdriver worked well for me. Once off the other cable "falls off" as someone else stated by rotating the grip in the direction of "throttle closed". To install, reverse. :beer3:

Of course, now I have to do the left grip before I can ride....... how well does superglue set when it's 40 degrees? :D

[PSALM109]

Thank you for your replies EVERYONE and to "ISJUSTUS" for taking the time to pick up the phone and call me while I was still in the garage!

MISSION ACCOMPLISHED!!!

I tell you what, getting enough slack in the throttle cable to pull it off the white throttle sleeve hook, was nearly impossible. The instructions that come with the Kuryakyn grips is simply not sufficient. The one piece of the Installation Instructions that is missing is:

"Once you have the throttle sleeve exposed, and the throttle cable adjuster has been turned all the way in as close to the Switch housing as possible, then...while inserting a flat head screwdriver (or in my case, a 90 degree pick), OPEN THE THROTTLE BACK TOWARD THE DRIVER, and then the FERREL WILL COME OUT on the Driver side, AND THEN THE BRAKE LEVER SIDE FERREL WILL ALSO LOOSEN AND THEN YOU CAN SLIP THE GRIP OFF THE HANDLEBAR."

Again, Thank you for taking the time to try and help and offering your insights!!!

Enjoy your weekend!!!
:doorag: :bigthumbsup: ;)

[Isjustus]

Hey, glad you got it done. :congrats:

[Normsthename]

Those grips look great :)
Are there any other benefits fitting them?

[ARH1956]

Those grips look great :)
Are there any other benefits fitting them?

Their looks is but a minor benefit from this mod. Among the ISO Grips benefits are superior comfort & overall feel. For me the main benefit with the ISO Grip design is that it allows very precise throttle movements. For those of you who have ever executed a first gear turn on slippery roads with your M109, you're familiar with how the slightest movement of the ever so touchy throttle can spin that 240 like a top. The lobes (rubber bumps) on the ISO grips help me to make very slight & specific throttle inputs much more easily, and for me that makes them invaluable.

[Isjustus]

Their looks is but a minor benefit from this mod. Among the ISO Grips benefits are superior comfort & overall feel.

:agree: and the weather was finally nice enough to ride today WITH the new grips installed.

[genese]

hi,
somehow i can't get the left trim ring off:-( I want to install a conplete new handlebar. Is the Trim Ring held in place by friction, or glued:-)? Is there a way to remove the left controls without removing the trim ring?
Any suggestions?
Thx

[seapup]

hi,
somehow i can't get the left trim ring off:-( I want to install a conplete new handlebar. Is the Trim Ring held in place by friction, or glued:-)? Is there a way to remove the left controls without removing the trim ring?
Any suggestions?
Thx



:welcome: The left trim ring is glued on. If you already have the left grip removed, pull hard or wedge something between the ring and the switch control housing and the trim ring will come right off. Take care not to mar your switch control housing. The housing comes off via screws underneath.

[jetdoc]

Great instructions! I did mine today. Took maybe a half hour. I threw the plastic spacer away, just like you said. I couldn't see the need for it either. I also used a different type of glue. Not gorilla but locktite general purpose glue. It gave me more time to get the grip on and lined up to match the throttle side.

Thanks for your good work!
Cheers
John

[spyder207]

Installed my grips and spikes today, didn't need the spacer tube either. I used the glue that came with them instead of the superglue gel I usually use, we'll see how that works.

I did notice that the throttle adjustment on my bike had not been tightened which at first made the loosening of that a little confusing. I'll be letting it dry overnight and if the weather holds I will see how well they hold tomorrow.

I also found that one short phillips head extremely tight and almost stripped it getting it out. I reinstalled all of them with a little blue loctite and didn't torque them down like they were.

Thanks for the great write up and pointers in this post! :bigthumbsup:

[Jurrie]

:hot: :2excited:

20 minutes it took to install the Kury grips including throttle boss!
Thanks for all the information.

also installed rear-caliper chrome cover (part 1289) ...... mmmm :-\ maybe a little too much bling bling. Not sure if i will keep that part. Hahaha.

This weekend i will make some pics of my mods.

grtz from Europe
Jurrie

[BirdMan]

thanks for the info ill be installing mine once they come in the mail but im getting the ones with the 109 engraved in them sould make her look even sweeter.. im thinking the application should be the same let me know if there any extra tips for those type.. thanks again

[Earthdog]

Piece of cake I certianly would not have wanted to use Kuryankyn's instructions. One additional item:

It's real easy to take off the inner ring on the clutch side just a set of channel locks and a twist off it comes. That way there is no chance to scratch the switch cover.

[ScotyDog]

Can any one tell me the difference between the iso-Grip part #s (6240 vs 6235). The dealer ordered me the 6240's and according to Kuryakyn's web site the 6235 is the correct part# for the 109R.

Can I use the 6240 or should I take it back to the Suzuki stealer and have them reorder the 6235 (correct one)??


Thanks guys..........and this is 1 awesome site :bigthumbsup:

[justbman]

I just installed part number #6235 ... Ran into a problem, there was a small plastic or rubber drip inside the throttle side... this made the throttle stick... I had to take it back apart and grind it off with a screwdriver... after that is was a smooth install. I am glad I used the Gorilla glue as suggested on the clutch side... the instructions about the provided glue scared me ... Thank You!

[HOTRODSRJ]

Thanks for the install instructions.. 30 minutes and done! Nary a problem.

I had all kinds of problems with my Rocket III tho! Lot's of mods to get the grips on!

Ready to rock and roll!

[tinman 10]

I want to thank you guy for the help on how to install kuryakyn grip. It was real simple install after reading this thread. Thank again. TIN MAN. :bigthumbsup:

[socuban]

Thanks guys :bigthumbsup: I did my grips, throttle boss and kewl metal helmet locks today with the greatest of ease thanks to this thread. The only issue I ran into was installing the helmet lock on the throttle boss - the screws were to long and binding the throttle, so I cut them down and now I'm good to go :doorag:


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v679/socuban/BIKES/IMG_0847.jpg


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v679/socuban/BIKES/IMG_0848.jpg

[ducks517]

Well Tried to do the grips today. Was trying to put the new throttle side on and the cable pulled on the tab while installing the driver side cable and snapped it off. Needless to say I am :edit: :edit: :edit: :edit: :edit: :edit: :edit: Have to place an order for a new set now. $$$ out the window!

[JetLee]

Hey great instructions. I just installed these same grips today and i love em!! I had my buddy Aqknocker over to give me some insight. He did his a few weeks ago. These grips are hot. One of the best mods i've done so far. Thanks Aqknocker for your help bro... :bigthumbsup: :doorag:

[ducks517]

Just a bit of advice for people. On the first attempt broke one of the tabs on the throttle side due to trying to do it myself. Get someone to help when putting the cables back on new grip. Many here say it is the trouble spot, including me, but the wife held things while I worked the cables into place. It took about 2 seconds with the help and was a piece of cake. If only the weather was better I would go for a ride.

[Boudreaux]

Just installed mine. No problems!!! Thanks for the easy to do instuctions Felix :bigthumbsup:
Will post pictures when the other 1800.00 worth of mods get in. Should be this week!!!

[JoeB]

:yourock:
The instructions you all have posted work fantastic!!!!!
Took about and hour to get the entire deal done!!
The only thing I did different was to use a razer blade (used for cutting rugs and crap) and shaved off the gule. For what remained I used some ebony paper and sanded it off.

Thanks for all your help.

Got just a little more the 2K km's on the R2, next is de-beaver and LED signals. On back order though.


Thanks again.

[damodxb]

Just installed the Kuryakyn ISO Grips and although it was easy to do the throttle cables etc, i did have a bit of a problem with the throttle side grip binding on the bar! It turned out that the inside of the grip tube wasn't completely smooth, it looked like a plastic drip from the moulding process. I got out my trusty dremmel and ground off the drip and voila! no more binding.

oh.....a bit of warning!!! the supplied death grip glue is extremely quick to set!

[Gabe]

I busted the throttle grip trying to get the cable in, so now im riding with black tape over sliced grips until i find out from kuryakyn if they can sell me an individual replacement grip :(

[Jemguy]

Well I too have followed in the footsteps of all the great ones before me...and while everything went pretty smooth thanks to the amazing step by step instructions in this post, I too have the binding throttle...I see that a couple of you had less than smooth throttle grip tubes, and while I'm not excited about the idea of playing with those little ferrules again, I have a hunch that's what I'm up against because no matter how I adjust the cable it just wont snap back quite right. It has to be twisted back into place. So, I guess tomorrow night I'll disassemble the throttle grip again and check it out. I'm hoping like heck I see the dreaded rubber drip that some of you have run into.

Thanks for the great help!!!

[jmshaw]

I installed my ISO flame grips last night and this post really helped! Thanks for the Gorilla Glue tip! Worked like a charm!
:bigthumbsup:

[MN Diesel]

Well I too have followed in the footsteps of all the great ones before me...and while everything went pretty smooth thanks to the amazing step by step instructions in this post, I too have the binding throttle...I see that a couple of you had less than smooth throttle grip tubes, and while I'm not excited about the idea of playing with those little ferrules again, I have a hunch that's what I'm up against because no matter how I adjust the cable it just wont snap back quite right. It has to be twisted back into place. So, I guess tomorrow night I'll disassemble the throttle grip again and check it out. I'm hoping like heck I see the dreaded rubber drip that some of you have run into.

Thanks for the great help!!!


I just installed mine and had the similar issue but noticed the throttle works fine with the bars straight but for some reason doesn't snap back all the away sometimes when the bars are turned hard left like it was parked. I haven't attempted to pull it appart yet and look at it for any issues but wondered if there was something different related to the cable.

I also first tried without using any glue on the left side. I road a day like that and it doesn't move much but will twist a little which didn't bother me much but I added some 3M trip adhesive glue because I didn't want to use the rock hard cement like glue they provide. I know if I used their stuff I would find that I didn't put it on perfectly straight and would be mad.

I love the look and feel of these grips though.

[Jemguy]

Well I got the throttle to snap back correctly. I actually took it apart tonight and found a couple of things which might have contributed to the sticking. First, I found that the bar had a couple of nicks in it...very small and I assume they were there from the factory as they were under the grip...nowhere near any tools so I'm sure that I didn't cause them...so I filed those smooth and secondly, in the cable channel area of the grip there was some flash from the molding process. So I filed that all smooth and reinstalled the grip, set the cable and it worked perfectly. I dont know for sure which or if both caused the sticking, but if you're installing these grips I'd suggest you double check the bars for complete smoothness and get rid of any flashing that looks like it could drag on something.

Also, I used the glue that came with the grips. I was nervous because the instruction with the grips make this stuff sound like the fastest setting glue in the history of man kind. Now I will say it is fast, but not so fast that you can push the grip into place and then give it a quick twist to get it set. I'd recommend a dry test fit so you get the feel for how hard it is to push the grip into place and how you want it lined up, but after that, I had no problem pushing the grip on and giving it a quick alignment twist. There is definitely not enough time to mess with it, but there's plenty of time to adjust it if you push it on at least close to how you want it positioned....probably got 5 to 10 seconds before it wont budge.

I hope this helps...this site is THE BEST! THanks to everyone for sharing their knowledge.

[xoutlaw]

June 28, 2008

I'm late!!! Had my 109 since early 2007. I threw those Kurakyn Grips on today (thanks to this post) and it's like a brand new bike!!!

Big thanks for making something this easy, seem easy enough for me to try!!!

XOUTLAW
Prairieville, LA 70769

2007 Black w/Kuryakyn Grips, Cobra Dragsters, K&N, and a sweet new MAP!!!

[jglass4763]

Installed my grips tonight with 2 long throttle bosses in about 35 minutes. Very easy if you follow the how to and take your time. Phillips screws on throttle were way too tight and broke 1 screwdriver in getting them loose. Other than that was really very easy.

John Glass
NC

:bigthumbsup:

[SSKOTA]

The install how-to is great, but I had to put everything back together until I go get a screw extractor kit tomorrow. What gives with the morons who put these bikes together. I think they're laughing saying "whoever buys this bike is going to catch pure hell trying to get this off" hahahaha.... and then they hit the impact wrench one more time.

Totally stripped the threads on one of the phillips head screws.

Oh well.. I did manage to debeaver, install new turn signals front and rear and tint my tail light.

I should have everything buttoned back up tomorrow once I get the screw out.

[Les7311]

Well the Brown van arrived with a lot of goodies...... and this is one of them.

Will attack this in the week and thanks for the reminders on that screw.......

[CMHGUY]

Mine kind went OK.... WIth one exception....

Here's the short version... lol

Special Thanks to Rodger (RAT's 109) and his buddy!!! I helped a little bit..... lol :D

http://www.m109riders.com/forum/index.php/topic,35676.0.html

[204denali]

I put them on the other day, not much too it. I read through the how too on here and all was fine. They are much better then the factory grips thats for sure. Now I need the throttle boss and helmet lock.

[204denali]

So are anyone else's grips turning there hands black? Mine are.

[mudslinger67]

:D just installed mine after dinner tonight , came apart and went together just like your instructions said. even took a test drive. grips look and feel great. thanks for your help :bigthumbsup: :doorag:

[elohimfetus]

Sweet How-to!! :bigthumbsup: :bigthumbsup:

Might get these for Christmas!!

[Johnny Trouble]

Hey guys, thanks for the how to on this. I just got done installing these on my bike and being able to reference this helped a lot!

JT

[G$Niner]

Installed today on 07' Red nine. New to the board. Great instructions! 10 minutes on the Phillips screw...20 minutes total :bigthumbsup:

[JDub72]

About to do to my 08 109 but the pictures are gone :dontknow: I've seen them before and I can see all the relply photos. I hope your written instructions are enough. Thanks in advance for the help.

[JDub72]

Well scratch that! :evil: The morons at the dealer sold me the wrong grips! The sold me 7/8" grips pn# 6241.

Time to try DLP out.

[zangy]

hello all,
First time post! OMG. thanks for the guide i am not very mechanical at all, and i did it in about 40 mins just really went slow and tried to focus on the parts you all mentioned gave some trouble ( screws and such). I fired up the bike after i installed the throttle side and it didn't seem to stick at all, once complete i started the bike up to show the wife the little mission i did :) and it stuck a bit. I am not sure how to adjust using the screws along the throttle line. ( any help here would be nice). I will definitely spend some more time on that to get it to "snap" back to the forward position. Again i am new to this site and have been reading the posts and all i can say is wow some good guys and posts to help all the 109 riders! thanks :read:

[G$Niner]

Put ISO Flames on my nine this past week. Pretty easy install....I too struggled with the phillips....

[DirtyDawg604]

Just put my Kury Flame grips on an hour ago, great most. Much appreciated

[usp45x]

Can't get the throttle to snap back. I've readjusted the cable closest to the brake and that doesn't do anything. Feels like the housing is rubbing on the black plastic piece on the grip itself.

[Valiant]

I noticed when installing these that the cables do not like sharp bends in them. Too sharp of a bend and the throttle gets stiffer and won't snap back as well. Also when installing these make sure to do the throttle side first and be absolutly sure you have it adjusted the way you want. Then do the left grip. If not then yuo might not be symetrical. Just my .02

[scotty109]

Can't get the throttle to snap back. I've readjusted the cable closest to the brake and that doesn't do anything. Feels like the housing is rubbing on the black plastic piece on the grip itself.
there is probably a lump of glue in theend of it. mine was like that

[usp45x]

It seems to only stick when you go wide open, with normal small twists it does snap back. It seems to be fine, so I'm not going to mess with it anymore. It was enough of an ordeal trying to get the problem screw out (screw driver & hammer time).

Thanks for the help.

[espindle]

Hey bro thanks. I followed your step by step directions. Made putting new grips on relatively painless.:bigthumbsup:

[SWM109Rider]

Can the pictures be fixed that go with this thread.

I am such a visual type of guy :D

[kcp71]

Installed the flame grips tonight and they look awesome. All of the posts helped at 1 point or another.. thank you. M109riders rock!:bigthumbsup::bigthumbsup:

[Boston M109R]

i HAD MINE ON AND OFF ABOUT 5 TIMES,,
I finnally came to the forums and found this thread and found out that I was not the only one pulling his hair out, what I found was 2 (what looked like welded) holes on the bottom of the handlebars , I sanded them sown a bit and I also put a little WD-40 on the bar and wella snapped right back. :P

[yerbyra]

My grips arrived and I had no problem with them except they are cheap built. cable housing plastic guide broke just touching it. Spent about an our and half filing inside of grip just to make it slide free on bar and to top it all off, I opened the glue they supplied and there was no glue in tube. Maybe just not my day!

[HiltiGuy5150]

Hey guys I've read the postings and I still can't seem to get these grips on, For some reason I can't open up the pics and I'm a visual person, Anyone out there that could help out I'd appreciate it.

[Valiant]

Hey guys I've read the postings and I still can't seem to get these grips on, For some reason I can't open up the pics and I'm a visual person, Anyone out there that could help out I'd appreciate it.
If your refering to the pics that are missing from the very first post, keep in mind this post was started 17 months ago:o. Maybe someone has some pics of the install process or you could shoot a PM to the original poster and see if he still has them :dontknow: Also,

:welcome:

[kendog2]

So are anyone else's grips turning there hands black? Mine are.

Mine did and also made my palms itch and peel. I thought about taking them off but I can't find another set of grips that let you add helmet locks. So now I just wear gloves all of the time.

[Nacnud109r]

Great "how to".... don't suppose anyone has the pic's to go with it ?

[ironman7325]

I was hoping to get some advise on how to install some new grips on the 9 but, after reading this forum, I was more confused than helped. I decided against it when I read about all of the throttle cable issues and frozen mounting screws? I don't understand why anyone is fooling with the throttle cables? :dontknow:I found this video that makes this install easy and in under 6 minutes.

Hope it clears up the procedure for you as it did me.

http://community.cruisercustomizing.com/kickapps/_Kuryakyn-6240-Universal-ISO-Grip-Install/video/416261/22960.html

[TazKill]

This looks very easy now that i've seen this movie.
thanks.

[rynosback]

But our throttle side installs differently then that video shows.

[TazKill]

But our throttle side installs differently then that video shows.

If it is so different, :confused: can someone post some pictures by this "how to".

Thanks.

[rynosback]

When I do another local members one, I will take some pics. They were on here, but when the site transferred I bet they were lost.

[ironman7325]

I'm fairly certain these grips are sold in two configurations. The "universal" Iso Grips are designed to use the existing throttle sleeve so you don't have to remove the entire throttle assembly, like the install video shoes and, come in 7/8" or 1" bar diameters.

I have an inquiry in to their tech support site to verify. I think this is the reason some members are getting them installed in 5 minutes and others in an hour? :-\

[cracker]

Am I to understand the 6240 grips will work as well as the 6235 grips? The 6240 says it fits 1 inch bars and when I measure mine it looks to be exactly 1 in. The one sure looks easier to install according to the little video. I called the company I was ordering from and they didn't know for sure.

[rynosback]

The only sets that I have put on are the 6235.

[ironman7325]

I just ordered the 1" Universal 6240s yesterday, My bike is 2 months old, I don't see a reason to repalce the entire throttle assembly. I'll let you know how it work ;)s.

[cracker]

I went ahead and ordered the 6240's also. Hope it works out for us.

[TazKill]

When I do another local members one, I will take some pics. They were on here, but when the site transferred I bet they were lost.

I have received mine (6235) yesterday. Now only the pictures and I can put them on. I can't wait to get buzy :D

[ironman7325]

Just finished up installing the 6240 1" Universal Iso grips. I followed the video with a few exceptions.

http://community.cruisercustomizing....261/22960.html (http://community.cruisercustomizing.com/kickapps/_Kuryakyn-6240-Universal-ISO-Grip-Install/video/416261/22960.html)


I did not load up the throttle side grip with glue to avoid getting glue under the throttle sleave and I sanded down the ribs on the plastic sleave a bit so that the grip slid on without pulling out the rubber iso inserts. It is a tight fit so not a lot of glue was needed.

30 minutes install time and no screwing around with the cables.

Now if the weather would cut me a break I'd be totally happy. The sun looks good today but temps are in the high twenties, natures ultimate tease.

[TazKill]

Installed the grips (6235) this afternoon. I must say its real easy if you follow the steps from this thread. :bigthumbsup:
Of course I also had the burden of that screw :verymad:, but I bought the impact driver. Gota love that tool :bow:
So my first mod is done

[CMHGUY]

Installed the grips (6235) this afternoon. I must say its real easy if you follow the steps from this thread. :bigthumbsup:
Of course I also had the burden of that screw :verymad:, but I bought the impact driver. Gota love that tool :bow:
So my first mod is done

:nopic::nopic:

[RUSHMAN2112]

I too just installed the 6235's. Unfortunately no pics. I didn't expect it to be that easy after reading this thread. I probably had them on in 20 minutes. If any of you need advice or anything, let me know. I am really not that mechanically inclined but found this to be an excellent and easy mod.

[JMAKAMN]

are there any pics of the 6235 install or can someone take pics and put arrows of which screws loosen the throttle cables and so on i am a visual person

[The Orange One]

Another successful install!!! Thanks to all those who shared thier knowledge and experience. :a18:

[Tartopom]

My 2 cents...

I ordered and installed the 6235 parts on my M109.
you must loose the 2 screw under the right hand control on each corner.
There is a 3rd one, also under, but in the middle of this control, this is this screw everybody is talking about as being boring to remove and so on...
I tried to unlock it and....it fails it was ripping and starting to kill the screw.
so i don't know why, but i tried to unscrew it with a philips screwdriver, it's a little different than a normal one, and it worked like a charm!
Maybe i'm lucky, maybe it's a tips...
maybe some of you could try? :)

[barrett]

I wish I could put this higher on the post because it is that important, but please...please check your grips for fit before you hook everything back up. The end of my new grip had a whole bunch of plastic in it. I hooked everything up and the throttle wouldn't snap back. Went thru all of the cable adjustments trying to figure it out before I took everything off. I unscrewed all 3 of the screws and slid the grip a half inch down to get some room to work (unhook the cables) and the SOB popped back like it should. So now I have to file and sand down the end of the grip until it doesn't bind on the end of the bars. If I had just test fitted the grip all the way on I wouldn't have had this problem. I slid it on a little, had lots of play and assumed it was all good, WRONG.
Good thing this isn't riding season here in upstate NY or I would be super super p'd.

Remember test fit and check for plastic goobers in your grip.

[barrett]

For anyone having trouble with crap inside their throttle side grip I have found a solution. I filed away but couldn't get it good enough until I saw something in my toolbox. I took the cap off the end and with a 1" wood drill bit (the kind with a tip and then the 2 "wings" on the side) I slowly eased it in and used that to clear out all of the crap. With the cap off I was able to get all the way to the end (with an extension). Hope that helps.

barrett

[ampho66]

:clap2:
Thanks for posts like this! Just got my new grips on.

[rgreen24]

I used the same grips and only have one question:

I didn't use the plastic sleeve that came with the new grips, nor did I replace the plastic sleeve that was in the stock grip. Should I have used either one? Everything fits and works fine.


Best $50.00 upgrade out there in my opinion.

Why can't you use the original plastic sleeve of the grip. Would it nor be faster just to put on the grips and glue them on without having to pull off the throttle assembly

[JinxCannon]

Took me about 30 minutes to get mine on. Much easier than I expected it to be. I also put on the Lamonster bar ends. They look a little more meaty than Kury caps.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3627/3375659135_919544392f.jpghttp://farm4.static.flickr.com/3549/3376470574_0ef88c7cc7.jpg
:bigthumbsup:

[ironman7325]

Why can't you use the original plastic sleeve of the grip. Would it nor be faster just to put on the grips and glue them on without having to pull off the throttle assembly
:agree:

"Just finished up installing the 6240 1" Universal Iso grips. I followed the video with a few exceptions.

http://community.cruisercustomizing....261/22960.html (http://community.cruisercustomizing.com/kickapps/_Kuryakyn-6240-Universal-ISO-Grip-Install/video/416261/22960.html)


I did not load up the throttle side grip with glue to avoid getting glue under the throttle sleave and I sanded down the ribs on the plastic sleave a bit so that the grip slid on without pulling out the rubber iso inserts. It is a tight fit so not a lot of glue was needed.

30 minutes install time and no screwing around with the cables."

[claymohr]

Yes,

The pics.

They are no longer showing on this "how to".

[Djxtrodinaire]

i think i got jypped on the glue, the vid shows two

I only found one:doh:

[BiggerStretch]

my glue was dried up solid .... I used my own crazy glue from my other hobbies.

managed to get my factory glued on grip off without cutting it , just ran a long screw driver under it.....

[PBS1914]

Hello all,

I installed the Kuryakun 6235 ISO Grips with the help of Felix T Cat instructions below with a few additions:

I ordered the 6235 ISO Grips and the 6250 Throttle Boss. The 6235 comes with 2 grips, glue, instructions, and a small plastic tube about 1.5" long and 1" in diameter. NOTE: The new grips do not come with an allen wrench (3/32) to remove the end caps.

Heres a picture of what you will end up with afterwards just for reference (note, old clutch grip is not in picture, I had already thrown it out)
http://www.blamefelix.com/images/M109gripinstall/parts1.jpg
http://www.blamefelix.com/images/M109gripinstall/parts2.jpg

Throw out the 1.5" plastic tube, it is not needed and just confused me at first. I also threw out the glue and used Gorilla Glue. I wanted a little more time before it set.

Throttle Side NEW Grip that has a plastic tube fixed into it.

1) Tap or twist off chrome end cap. I used a flat blade screw driver and hammer and very lightly tapped. It comes off pretty easy.
2) Loosen the throttle cable adjuster and remove the 2 screws in this pic:
http://www.blamefelix.com/images/M109gripinstall/screws.jpg
3) Remove the lower half of the starter switch cover and set aside
4) Remove the Philips head screw to completely remove the starter switch assy (NOTE: I do not have a pic of this but it's pretty easy to figure out once you complete step 3)
5) Lift off the starter switch and push to the side
6) At this point you will see where the throttle cables hook into the throttle. If you look at the second pic at the top of this thread you will see the end of the throttle tube. You should be able to pull the throttle cable out of the hooks. I used a small pair of smooth needle nose pliers. If you loosened the cable up in step 2 this should be pretty easy. I removed the rider side first and then the brake handle side.
7) Remove the old grip.
8) Slide on NEW Grip
9) Re-hook the brake side cable
10) Re-hook the rider side cable (this one was a bit of a pain but if you take your time it should pop back in)
11) Re-assemble the starter switch assy. 1 screw, then the 2 screw cover plate on the bottom.
12) Re-Tighten the throttle cable.

At ths point I installed the Throttle Boss.
1) Remove the NEW grip end cap via the 4 allen head screws
2) Install the Boss between the handle and the trim ring.
3) Using the 4 longer screws (provided with the boss) lightly tighten the end cap
4) Adjust the boss to a comfortable position
5) Tighten the 4 allen head screws

Step back and compare the old vs new:
http://www.blamefelix.com/images/M109gripinstall/grip%20compare.jpg
http://www.blamefelix.com/images/M109gripinstall/grip%20compare2.jpg

Clutch Side, NEW Grip that does not have a plastic tube in it:
1) Cut off the old grip with a sharp knife or insert flat head screw driver and spray WD40 inside. Twist off easily.
2) Using a flat blade screw driver or a large open end wrench and a hammer lightly tap off the end cap. It comes off pretty easy so just tap it off.
3) Remove the chrome trim ring. You may have to spray WD40 on it.
4) Clean off the old glue. I used a little alcohol and some sandpaper.
5) Remove the end cap from the New grip. Use an allen wrench (3/32) and remove the 4 screws from the end.
6) Apply glue to inside of NEW grip. You should apply the glue to what will be the "inside edge" of the grip so that as you push it on the glue slides down the rest of the inside. I used Gorilla Glue so that it would give me a little more time to set it on.
7) Slide grip on and align the rubber where you want it. I set the rubber grip on the top and bottom, it felt most comfortable and matched the alignment of the throttle side.
8) Wipe out any excess glue from the end of the grip
9) Re-install the End cap using the 4 allen head screws.

Uses for the end caps from the OLD grips:

1. Use to cover the left rear axle. Fits perfectly.

Stand Back and look at the new grips:

[PBS1914]

Hello all,

I installed the M109 SPIKED front axle caps-billet chrome type. Very simple to do.

1. Notice that the diameter of the circular sides of the caps are of different sizes.
2. The smaller diameter cap is for the LEFT and the larger diameter for the RIGHT.
3. Use SUPER CLEAR Silicone Gasket Maker Type 7.
4. Spread a thin layer of silicone onto the underside of the SPIKED front axle caps.
5. Install SPIKED axle caps on each side.
5. Let silicone set for 12 - 24 hours.
6. Enjoy the ride!!!!

[twukker]

Yes,

The pics.

They are no longer showing on this "how to".


I looked at this thread thinking I could "see" what I needed to do! Anybody have a clue what happened to the pics?

[pdpdiamonds]

I looked at this thread thinking I could "see" what I needed to do! Anybody have a clue what happened to the pics?

just youtube it if the pics are not working any more. there's a few fellas out there that has done videos on it. really easy tho. there's a few vid links already in this thread if you check back.

I installed mine in about 30 minutes (didn't have sandpaper to get rid of the old glue)

[loball]

Installed the 6235 grips today approx. 30 minutes.

Had one of those screws strip :verymad: (even with the warnings and extra care), was able to get the grips on though :D!

I haven't glued the clutch side yet, it was pretty tight fight, will determine if I need glue in the near future.

[jglass4763]

I tried that, definately use the glue!!!

[Big-B]

Ok so can you take the throttle sleeve out of the 6235's and just slide the grip up on the stock throttle sleeve. I didn't know the universals worked and ordered bike specific. I would rather not have to fool w/ the sleeve if I don't have to.

Anyone:dontknow:

[Zoom]

Ok so can you take the throttle sleeve out of the 6235's and just slide the grip up on the stock throttle sleeve. I didn't know the universals worked and ordered bike specific. I would rather not have to fool w/ the sleeve if I don't have to.

Anyone:dontknow:

There is no throttle sleeve on the stock grips, they are one piece, so if the universals have one you won't need to use it. The bars are 1", so as long as the ID of the universal grips are the same you just slide them on.

[Big-B]

There is no throttle sleeve on the stock grips, they are one piece, so if the universals have one you won't need to use it. The bars are 1", so as long as the ID of the universal grips are the same you just slide them on.Thanks, I sent the 6235's back today in exchange for the 6240's.

[WhiteStar]

I tried that, definately use the glue!!!

DEFINITELY :agree: NEED THE GLUE!!!

[antmor69]

Just put the iso flames on my 09. Part #6261 I believe. Very easy thanks to all the good advice in this thread. Had no problems with any screws. I put the brake lever cable side on first then twist the throttle back and open up the butterflies a little and the rider side cable has adequate room to slip in.

[antmor69]

Another little tip. If you're having trouble with the screws, put a dab of valve lapping compound on the tip of your screwdriver. You won't believe how well the screwdriver will bite. It will allow you to input a lot of hand torque without slipping.

[Chris_FL]

Did mine today, here are my $.02.

Don't forget that plastic sleeve. I did not see it and I installed it with it on the throttle side. I did not notice until I tried to put the switch box together. I had to undo it and reinstall it.

And OMG that glue is strong!!!

My dog got to the glue and bit a hole in it and I did not notice and that stuff got all over my hands when I squeezed it. Took me forever to get it off my hands.

My tip: place the glue toward the top of the handle bar like the video above says. I put it on the whole handlebar and it got stuck before i was able to push it up all the way. It does set fast! Thankfully I was able to recover.

All in all it was a simple install easy enough for anyone to do. Just be patient. Even with my headaches it look about 30 minutes,

Thanks everyone.

[TORQ]

Guy's whats the trick to get the pictures to come up??!!! I right click on the red X and the click on pictures and nothing!

[Blakester71]

Guy's whats the trick to get the pictures to come up??!!! I right click on the red X and the click on pictures and nothing!

red X means the picture is not there. some glitch with the way the person posted the pic.

[TORQ]

What alot of wasted work then, while trying to help, and show us How Too:-\

[Big-B]

What alot of wasted work then, while trying to help, and show us How Too:-\
This thread is from 06. Maybe the O/P needed the space to host other pics or no longer has an account. Could be lots of reasons. :dontknow:

[TORQ]

Perhaps but SUCKS! Sure wish they were there.

[dave340]

Perhaps but SUCKS! Sure wish they were there.

:agree::agree:

[SilverScreamer]

I just purcased some ISO Grips from DLP, Ill see about taking new pics and doing a new write up durring the process...

[pynikal]

anybody have a DIY/How-To remove kury grips??

[TORQ]

I just purcased some ISO Grips from DLP, Ill see about taking new pics and doing a new write up durring the process...

I look forward to your how to, with pic's that work:bigthumbsup:

[Gold5th]

I'm debating between the 6235 and the 6240, the 6240 would go on like the ones I put on my virago, very simply.

I just need to confirm that the 6250 throttle boss will work with the 6240's as well as a throttle lock, I'm looking at the 6218, but I see the 6329 looking quite interesting and less intrusive looking. I always wear gloves, so not sure how well the 6285 would work for me... they have a real funky one 6280, it's electro magnetic, and very pricy, but I think it makes the function more complicated.(oh it's for HD's booo, but you touch front or rear brake, or even the clutch and it'll unlock the throttle.)

Oh and for the 6235:
http://community.cruisercustomizing.com/_Kuryakyn-ISO-Grip-Install-6235/video/270588/22960.html

Sure it's not a 9, but other than the screws on the start cover it looks pretty much bang on.

[dre319]

My turn.
I'm going with the Iso grips also. I installed the throttle side first of course and now the switch housing won't close all the way. I'm pissed!

I think that was is happening is, the part that sticks up where u attach the cables to, is too tall in the switch housing. It pivots on that part and won't allow it to fully close. It also makes the grip stick when you turn it. It won't return.

It will if I take it all apart again to where the housing is hanging lose.
The model is 6235. Should I sand/grind that plastic piece down?

WELL DAMN! It closed and it sticks now. It's not pivoting on it. Yes i put the return cable back out but it still sticks.

[Big-B]

My turn.
I'm going with the Iso grips also. I installed the throttle side first of course and now the switch housing won't close all the way. I'm pissed!

I think that was is happening is, the part that sticks up where u attach the cables to, is too tall in the switch housing. It pivots on that part and won't allow it to fully close. It also makes the grip stick when you turn it. It won't return.

It will if I take it all apart again to where the housing is hanging lose.
The model is 6235. Should I sand/grind that plastic piece down?
you have something out of whack. I have the same grips, they fit/work fine.

[dre319]

Of course you do Big B! Your my inspiration for getting them. Lol
Yeah there must be because even when I open the housing completely open, the return cable works.

It's not until I close it altogether that it binds. Tomorrow is another day and I will mess with it then.

So until then, thx.

[dre319]

Okay so I'm posting this for tech issues I guess.
Turns out that the throttle grip had an issue fitting. I was able to put the new grip on and once it was on all the way on, it clicked and went on like half a centimeter on some more. There it couldn't go anymore.

I took the grip off to look inside of it and there was no obstruction in it. I ended up grinding down the end of the handle bar a tad and now the new grip spins freely.

So it wasn't the housing at all but the end of the inside of the new Iso grip.
Just FYI

[Djm2u]

So I added the grips, stilleto ends and scyth 2 mirrors.

After reading this tread was a little worried. But was able to do the install in about 30 min with no issues. Possibly the new version of the grips is better. I highly recomend getting a impact driver to remove the one screw 2 hits and it was loose.

Thanks for the write up.

[Duende01]

I attempted to install my grips this evening after finishing the Irate Grill but could not get one of the screws off for the life of me. Now my question is; Is it necessary that all three screws are removed? I am having the hardest time removing the one in the middle and its head is stripping:doh:. I gave up until I find myself either a screw extractor or a dremmel to make the phillips into a flat head.

Now, although it is past midnight here in Brussels, if someone confirms that it can be done without removing the middle screw, I will get back in the garage and give it another try:bigthumbsup:.

[Zoom]

The two on the outside corners take the controls apart. The one in the middle holds a small plate on that holds the cables in position. It doesn't have to come off to install the grips providing you can get the cables off the old grips, which normally you can. You only need to remove the center screw if you're replacing cables.

Back to the garage. :D

[CDM76]

My turn.
I'm going with the Iso grips also. I installed the throttle side first of course and now the switch housing won't close all the way.


Having same issue ... took it apart twice. I see the little knoby thing sticking up ... but it was together alright with stock grips so it must be something small ... I just can't figure it out ! ! !

EDIT: Disregard - I thought a filed down spot was where the little knoby was supposed to go ... I just had it aligned wrong as there is a drilled hole in the bar for it. Fits and works PERFECT !!!

Thanks for the help SilverSurfer :a18:

[kingskid72]

I tried today to instal my new grips that just came in, and also swap my handlebars... i was doing pretty well until i tried to instal the throttle side grips and the housing wouldn't close all the way... i tried pushing it in all the way put it wont align with the stopper on the handlebars... and also when i tried to tighten it anyway.. the throttle wouldn't return...

had to re fix the old one, which i had cut to rip open on the clutch side... so freaking upset right now.. what am i doing wrong?

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I tried today to instal my new grips that just came in, and also swap my handlebars... i was doing pretty well until i tried to instal the throttle side grips and the housing wouldn't close all the way... i tried pushing it in all the way put it wont align with the stopper on the handlebars... and also when i tried to tighten it anyway.. the throttle wouldn't return...

had to re fix the old one, which i had cut to rip open on the clutch side... so freaking upset right now.. what am i doing wrong?

Probably nothing wrong. I've bought two sets of grips that wouldn't fit in the control housings, some of the cheaper grips are just made that way. I had to drill out the ends of the housing to get them to work, and for one set I had to shorten the bars about 3/4". Good thing is they still work with Kuryakyn or other good aftermarket grips.

You don't want to clamp the housings down tight on the throttle grip either, you probably know that. It needs to turn freely. I removed the controls on mine, bolted them back together, then used a large Deming bit very carefully to enlarge the opening. I don't recall the size, I just measured the area on the grip where the housing surrounds it and went another 1/32" or so larger. Don't go too large or there's nothing to hold the grip in the housing, the housing actually traps the grip in there. You just need to enlarge the outer opening, the inner is beyond where the grip goes.

[Giddyup109]

I tried today to instal my new grips that just came in, and also swap my handlebars... i was doing pretty well until i tried to instal the throttle side grips and the housing wouldn't close all the way... i tried pushing it in all the way put it wont align with the stopper on the handlebars... and also when i tried to tighten it anyway.. the throttle wouldn't return...

had to re fix the old one, which i had cut to rip open on the clutch side... so freaking upset right now.. what am i doing wrong?

We would have helped you with this.....I've called you 6 times....

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[AndyK]

I just installed my ISO grips, with large throttle boss and bullet ends, it would have taken me 30minutes but took me an hour. The throttle was not smooth and sticking, and I looked down the inside and there was a small tiny bit of rubber spilled into the bar area during manufacturing.

I got it all out with a small knife, it was better but still stuck.
What i had to do was file a small chamfer on the end of the bar about 2 mm and it was fixed. And be quick with the left side, the glue sets immediately.

They look great!!

[Lv109Rider]

Just put them on tonight, throttle side does not go on correctly. You will have to file down the bike bar end so the grip turns freely, also look inside the grip and see if there are particles in the very bottom that will not allow the grip to go all the way on. If there are particles in the grip they will have to be removed. The quality control with this company is not top notch as you can tell by this thread. Grips are nice but most people have to work at putting them on.
Total job took maybe 40 min's because I had to file the bar end and clean up the rubber in the end of the grip.
Clutch side went on like a champ and as everyone says, the glue they provide is a fast acting glue. Try and put the grip on without glue so you can check the alignment with the throttle grip (sit on the bike to check out how they look). Once you have the alignment down or marked, put the glue on the upper half of the bar and inside the lower bottom half of the grip, Now sit on the bike and put the grip on with a twisting motion while watching the alignment, you only have about 40 seconds to get it in place so don't waste any time getting it lined up. The glue reacts with the rubber to create a tight bond very fast.:bigthumbsup::2cool::2cool::2cool:

[BigStroke109]

Be sure to check the inside of your throttle side grip. Like others have stated, an imperfection can/will cause the throttle to stick and commence pulling out of hair. Thanks to this site, it pointed me in the right direction. My part # 6345, blk iso grips

[LOFLYR]

Just put my new Kury grips on last night thought I would share my experience.

1. Make sure to twist the adjustment toward the outside of the bar. I went the other way and had a hard time getting the cable out of the stock grip till I figured out to go the other way with the adjustment.

2. Take some sand paper to the bar before you put the grip on. There are two spots on the bottom of the bar that can rub. Also sand the outside edge of the bar. My grip was spinning freely until I shoved it all the way then it would stick. Sanded the end of the bar and it fixed that problem. Also used WD40 on the inside of the grip and the bar.

3. I had one problem that I don't think has been mentioned. I also installed the transformer throttle boss and the Baron Bullet ends for the grips. The throttle boss requires the longer bolts that it comes with to install. I had the grip spinning nicely, everything working great, then I put the boss and the baron's on and it would stick again. If I backed out the bolts a bit it would spin freely again. I ended up taking a pair of pliers and cutting the first 4 or so threads off of the longer bolts, then tightened it all down and now it spins just fine. So if you have a problem with sticking with the longer bolts, consider cutting a bit off the ends, they cut pretty easy with the cutting portion of a pair of needle nose pliers.

4. Don't be afraid of the glue that comes with the grips. This thread scared me but I decided to go with it anyway. I put it on with no glue, got it set right, used a sharpie to mark the grip and the housing so I had a point to put it back to. Then applied the glue to the bar and worked the grip on to my mark. I was still able to adjust slightly probably 30 seconds later. As long as you pre-mark there shouldn't be a problem getting it where you want it.

[Semper Betio]

I just installed the throttle side and everything works fine, but I noticed there is some left to right play in grip. There is a tiny little bit in the stock grip, but Im just wondering if I installed it correctly. Im just wondering if anyone else has had this or if I did something wrong.

[antmor69]

I just installed the throttle side and everything works fine, but I noticed there is some left to right play in grip. There is a tiny little bit in the stock grip, but Im just wondering if I installed it correctly. Im just wondering if anyone else has had this or if I did something wrong.

Mine has a little left to right play in it. It's just the space in the switch housing.

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I just installed the throttle side and everything works fine, but I noticed there is some left to right play in grip. There is a tiny little bit in the stock grip, but Im just wondering if I installed it correctly. Im just wondering if anyone else has had this or if I did something wrong.

It's fine. As long as it's inside the switch housing it can't come out. And there's a wall inside the housing that keeps it from going in too far. Really can't get it in there wrong.

[Semper Betio]

Thanks guys, I just needed some peace of mind.

[MainEvent]

I'm gonna tackle this when I get home, lol. Wish me luck!!

[JMOE]

I'm gonna tackle this when I get home, lol. Wish me luck!!

Do the throttle side first this way you can line up the grips to be symetrical... I don't know why I would say this:redfaced: HAhaaa! Just a little FYI.

[MainEvent]

Do the throttle side first this way you can line up the grips to be symetrical... I don't know why I would say this:redfaced: HAhaaa! Just a little FYI.
Thanks JMOE! Will do!

[nnjrunner]

Goodluck, its an easy install. I did mine three days ago and love them

[MainEvent]

Finally did my Grip Install. If you purchase the correct one, its easy as cake. I didn't have any problems taking out the screws on the starter housing. I just applied some force and it came out with the twist of a wrist. Only part which took a little more time was getting the cables out the throttle grip, and re-installing them. It I had known it was this easy, would have done this mod before the Meet, lol. Now time to put those end caps into good use! And for those of you who worry about the Go Cruise on the Kuryakyn Iso-grips, they install and work fine.

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[BigpapaM109]

Finally did my Grip Install. If you purchase the correct one, its easy as cake. I didn't have any problems taking out the screws on the starter housing. I just applied some force and it came out with the twist of a wrist. Only part which took a little more time was getting the cables out the throttle grip, and re-installing them. It I had known it was this easy, would have done this mod before the Meet, lol. Now time to put those end caps into good use! And for those of you who worry about the Go Cruise on the Kuryakyn Iso-grips, they install and work fine.

7071770718707197072070721Nice work there Moe :bigthumbsup:

[DeafMachinist]

Well, I got the wrong model from
A member here. It's 6214. It's the switch housing wouldn't close.


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[Big-B]

Well, I got the wrong model from
A member here. It's 6214. It's the switch housing wouldn't close.


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I think it's a 6235 is what you need.

[DeafMachinist]

I thought about opening the outer switch housing in order to make it fit but in not so sure.


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I thought about opening the outer switch housing in order to make it fit but in not so sure.


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I did that on mine to get a set of cheap ebay grips to work. Actually it let me use those and another set that I got from a member on here that was oversize too. And it still works with the stock grips or the correct Kuryakyn grips, as long as you just open it up enough to fit the wrong ones.

I did mine right on the bike. Removed the switch housing from the bars, screwed them back together, then used a Silver & Deming bit by hand to open them up. I was afraid to try and use a drill for fear it would catch and tear them up. Being aluminum it really didn't take that much to do it. Not sure which size I used but it was somewhere around 1 5/16" if I recall correctly.

[DeafMachinist]

Well, instead of going thru hassle, I bought the right model which is 6235.


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[Schmoof]

Just installed the Kuryakyn ISO's on my 2011 and ordered #6235

Some tips I wanted to share from my experience... I just installed the ISO's after dinner this evening.

When removing the driver side throttle cable (as opposed to the brake lever side cable) make sure you have the bottom half of the housing inserted into the hole in the bottom of the handle bar and firmly held in place... the wire pops out with little to no effort like this, and if not it's a STRUGGLE. I used a very thin screwdriver (think jewelers) to push the cable over the nub and it went on and off super easy like this... but you gotta make sure the bottom half of the housing is in clicked in place with that hole drilled in the bottom of the bars.


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I also completely tightened up the throttle cable as far as it would go before I started anything. With those two tips getting the throttle tube un-coupled should be really easy.

I had to cut 1/4" off the end of my bars... now the grip moves and snaps back in place perfectly smooth. I checked the bar for burs, the welding underneath, inside the grip tube, and the screws for the end caps... all were fine.

I also had nothing on hand to cut the bars with, so I went to Home Depot and bought a "Mini Hacksaw" for $4.50 and a 1.75" steel hose clamp for $1.12 and used them to get the job done in under 10 minutes.

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When re-assembling you have to have that housing lined up with the hole in the bottom of the handle bar, or the housing will not close completely. So know that it should absolutely be tight together front to back and if it's not you probably don't have it lined up right. Also when it's got the little peg lined up with that hole it will keep the housing in place... if you can rotate the housing on the bars or move it left to right then it's not installed properly.

For the left side I pried up the grip rubber with a flat head screwdriver and then just used that to slice through it and pull it off.

For the chrome collar closest to the horn / blinker assembly I just used a pair of channel locks and twisted it... popped right off. It's glued on like the rubber so it seems really solid but it's not once you twist it firmly.

Finally for the old glue removal I used a combo of Goof Off to break down the glue and then cleaned it up nicely with some mineral spirits... bar was shiny and clean after that. That's what I had on hand, so it worked for me.

Just some tidbits that may or may not be helpful but I figured I would share nonetheless. :beer2:

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[LOFLYR]

For future reference for anyone having issues installing. Rather than chopping the end of your bar off, here is another idea.

I had the same problem, throttle not snapping back smoothly. I found that it was the screws on the end cap that were too long. I used some wire cutters to cut a bit off the ends of the tiny screws and then they worked fine. Try not putting those screws in the end caps all the way, if the throttle works that way you know you have the same problem, the mini screws are too long, trim them rather than cutting your bar.


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[hexrays]

I had to use a flat file to tapper the bar end, otherwise twisting the throttle would bind. Others have chosen to slice off a piece of the bar end. There seems to be an issue with some of these. Perhaps poor quality control. Some glue or something inside the end of the grip causes them to bind.