Opinion on Grip Size
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From: GA
Opinion on Grip Size
I was all set to order some black PM Renthal grips and then read here on the forum they were smaller diameter than the HD ones. I would guess that fatter grips provide more comfort b/c the hand doesn't have to contract as far to hold on. On the same token, the PM Renthals get excellent feedback. I'm curious for those who have used larger diameter (like 1.5 inches) vs. something like then Renthals what you think on grip size.
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From: Just east of the 'bama line, GA.
bigger is comfier fer sure, otherwise ya' might get sore palms from grip strain.
check these out .... they are so cool (if you wanna that is)....
http://www.coolsac.com/Browse.aspx?category_code=GRIPS
check these out .... they are so cool (if you wanna that is)....
http://www.coolsac.com/Browse.aspx?category_code=GRIPS
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bigger is comfier fer sure, otherwise ya' might get sore palms from grip strain.
check these out .... they are so cool (if you wanna that is)....
http://www.coolsac.com/Browse.aspx?category_code=GRIPS
check these out .... they are so cool (if you wanna that is)....
http://www.coolsac.com/Browse.aspx?category_code=GRIPS
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From: Bedford UK
The majority of bikes, all around the world, use 7/8" diameter handlebars, but Harleys use 1". So setting aside debate on comfort, if Renthall make grips for Harleys they will say so, but if they don't, they won't fit.
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On the triumph I just sold I added a piece of foam that went over the grip to increase the diameter and it helped so I guess the Renthals are out. On the cool sac grips, does anyone have a picture. I've seen the website but I'd like to see them on the bike.
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I have been using the cool sac cruise control style for the last four years. As others have said,great comfort, no more numbing hands, vibration elimination. There is so much area for your hand you hardly have to apply any pressure.
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I have these HD grips and they work good
56006-88C
IN-STORE PURCHASE ONLY Contact dealer for pricing and availability.
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56006-88CIN-STORE PURCHASE ONLY Contact dealer for pricing and availability.
Fits '82-later VRSC™, XL, XR, DynaŽ, SoftailŽ (except FLSTSE2) and '00-'07 Touring models.
MSRP US $49.95
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From: Virginia
I've always fallen back on the comfort and added control that I've gained with the Kuryakyn ISO 1 1/2" grip. Yeah, a lot of people have them. There's a reason for that. They make them in black now!