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Old May 16, 2011 | 08:28 PM
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I purchased some new PM Renthal Grips for my 2008 Night Train a good while back & have not installed them yet. I just got my HD service manual in. I couldn't find anywhere in the manual on replacing the grips. Does the manual have anything on replacing grips? This will be my first time trying to replace them. They still have the stock grips on. The new PM grips come with a small allen wrench & 2 small screws. Does anyone know what they are for? Is there a video or write up anywhere on doing this task? The new grips don't look to come with any type of glue either. Any help would be much appreciated!!! Pics would really help if anyone has them available too.
 
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Old May 16, 2011 | 08:32 PM
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http://www.ehow.com/video_5538516_re...bar-grips.html

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Here you go my friend, exactly what you're looking for!

http://www.performancemachine.com/As...dard_cable.pdf
 
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Thanks fellas!!!!!!! That is exactly what I was looking for. I did a search on Google but must of entered the wrong thing. This forum is Great!!!
 
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anywhere on how to replace grips with TBW ?
 
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Originally Posted by papifun
anywhere on how to replace grips with TBW ?
Here you go.

http://www.performancemachine.com/As...ctronic_fl.pdf
 
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Make sure you shim your hand brake lever before taking it off or you will break the brake light switch when you put it back on. There are many threads about guys forgetting this simple yet very important step. New switches are $60 and are a PITA to install.
 
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Make sure you shim your hand brake lever before taking it off or you will break the brake light switch when you put it back on. There are many threads about guys forgetting this simple yet very important step. New switches are $60 and are a PITA to install.
No need to mess with the levers when swapping grips.
 
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thanks Watchluv - with TBW - then whats big issue of changing grips that everyone says can break the TBW sensor ? the following procedure seems straight forward.
http://www.performancemachine.com/As...dard_cable.pdf
 
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I'd just follow the instructions and take your time if you've never done it before. Also make sure have the proper tools... No shortcuts.
 
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