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Old Aug 5, 2018 | 02:42 PM
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Default Recommendation for grips for sportster super low

Need some recs for best grips for super low. Hands small, have some carpal tunnel in that hand; wondering about larger grips;
hand goes to sleep when riding long distances. And stock ones rubbing blister on left thumb.
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Old Aug 5, 2018 | 03:24 PM
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I have small hands and was having the same issue. These solved it.

https://www.lowbrowcustoms.com/cole-...SABEgJtvfD_BwE
 
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Old Aug 5, 2018 | 04:03 PM
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https://www.jpcycles.com/product/223...-cushion-grips

I installed these about 1000 miles ago and I’m really happy with them
 
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Old Aug 5, 2018 | 04:07 PM
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I bought a set of Grip Puppies off of Amazon, less than $20. They are just foam sleeves, just cut to length and slide them on. They make a world of difference IMO.
 
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Old Aug 5, 2018 | 05:10 PM
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I use theses on my Sporster made by a USA company called Avon . Has built in air pocket to reduce felt vibration and fairley narrow diameter for small hands . Stay away from any grip sold by Harley they are made in Taiwan junk !
 
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Old Aug 5, 2018 | 08:34 PM
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I've had these on for about a year now and extremely please that they cut down on vibration and the shape is comfortable for all day riding.
https://www.lowbrowcustoms.com/knurl...ck-1-inch.html
 
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Old Aug 6, 2018 | 08:16 AM
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The problem with small hands and fat grips is getting throttle bounce when going over bumps. I'd recommend Biltwell Kung-Fu grips. Cheap and perfect.
 
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Old Aug 6, 2018 | 09:24 AM
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I second the Biltwell grips recommendation. I currently run the thrusters and love them. And before that ran their Kung Fu model. The best part is if you don’t like they’re cheap enough as to where cutting them off isn’t that big of a deal.
 
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The Biltwell Kung Fu grips are.... grippy. There is no danger of losing your grip, it's nearly velcro. And the price is right.
 
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Old Aug 6, 2018 | 09:52 AM
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Use a throttle boss so you do not have to hold the grip tightly. You use your palm to throttle. I loved it. No strain on your hand. My hand used to get fatigued even on short runs without it.
http://www.dkcustomproducts.com/prem...iso-tb-chr.htm
 
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