Grip Change
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Road Captain
Joined: Aug 2008
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From: Arkansas
Grip Change
Getting ready to go for the grip change and was wondering if someone can tell me how the glueless grips work on the newer bikes? Do they have double sided tape or what? I will be changing the grips on my 09 so any tips would be appreciated! Thanks in Advance!
Tourer
Joined: Aug 2008
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From: New Jersey
I did my buddy's grips on his 08 and I think there is a notch in where it goes into the switch housing that sort of "keeps" it in place. It was very simple to do, just make sure you take your time and look at it logically. Good Luck.
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Road Warrior
Joined: Oct 2007
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From: SW Burbs of Chicago
I did my buddy's grips on his 08 and I think there is a notch in where it goes into the switch housing that sort of "keeps" it in place. It was very simple to do, just make sure you take your time and look at it logically. Good Luck.
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Cruiser
Joined: Jan 2007
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From: Laurel Indiana
can tell ya on an 07 they fit in a notch,,,but a word of caution,,,,you have to block the brake lever or you wll bust the brake light switch,,,pull it in all the way and use a piece of card board to hold it there,,, i was getting ready to tell ya 'bout the cable ferrules....uh,,,,never mnd on that you aint got em!
Tourer
Joined: Jun 2007
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From: Iowa
Very easy install on the TBW bikes with the HD grips, I put the stealth on mine. Just follow the included instructions.
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Road Captain
Joined: Aug 2008
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From: Arkansas
Thanks for the responses, dealer said 1/2 hour about $40.00. I think I'll save those funds for something else.
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Road Captain
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Yeah, a grip change on the newer TBW bikes is a piece of cake! Still have to be careful with the front brake light switch, but not having to mess with two cables and the ferrules is great. Also, the service manual says you should drain (seriously) the brake reservoir. Hmmm.... seriously, no.