Grip Pups

OldCroc

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Having done a tried and tested search on the subject and then spending three weeks reading all about them I have done it and ordered my Pups.
from the posts I am expecting the following improvements to my ride - please let me know if I have left anything out:

  • improved ride position - less cramp
  • greater fuel economy allowing me to go from 2-300 miles to 5-600 miles before the need to re-fuel
  • smoother ride - less vibration
  • longer tyre life
  • less chance of premature FD failure
  • no more requirement for chain lube
  • longer life for the FPC (black enamelled type)
  • better braking response
  • less vibration through the footpegs
  • did I say improved fuel consumption?
  • 10-hour riding days with no back or bum ache
  • can anyone tell me if they will improve the spray on the back of my legs?
  • improved turn-in
  • no more corrosion on FD

Life is good :augie
 
:rob they can't stop you posting pish and being orf your rocker :rob
;) :comfort
 
Having done a tried and tested search on the subject and then spending three weeks reading all about them I have done it and ordered my Pups.
from the posts I am expecting the following improvements to my ride - please let me know if I have left anything out:

  • improved ride position - less cramp
  • greater fuel economy allowing me to go from 2-300 miles to 5-600 miles before the need to re-fuel
  • smoother ride - less vibration
  • longer tyre life
  • less chance of premature FD failure
  • no more requirement for chain lube
  • longer life for the FPC (black enamelled type)
  • better braking response
  • less vibration through the footpegs
  • did I say improved fuel consumption?
  • 10-hour riding days with no back or bum ache
  • can anyone tell me if they will improve the spray on the back of my legs?
  • improved turn-in
  • no more corrosion on FD

Life is good :augie

You definitely forgot to mention that Grip Puppies also eliminate that annoying dip in power curve between 3000 to 4000 rpm and significantly reduce buffeting at motorway speeds.:)
 
Since I bought grip puppies I have become more attractive to the opposite sex, and have had a pay rise.
 
Having done a tried and tested search on the subject and then spending three weeks reading all about them I have done it and ordered my Pups.
from the posts I am expecting the following improvements to my ride - please let me know if I have left anything out:

  • improved ride position - less cramp
  • greater fuel economy allowing me to go from 2-300 miles to 5-600 miles before the need to re-fuel
  • smoother ride - less vibration
  • longer tyre life
  • less chance of premature FD failure
  • no more requirement for chain lube
  • longer life for the FPC (black enamelled type)
  • better braking response
  • less vibration through the footpegs
  • did I say improved fuel consumption?
  • 10-hour riding days with no back or bum ache
  • can anyone tell me if they will improve the spray on the back of my legs?
  • improved turn-in
  • no more corrosion on FD

Life is good :augie

you forgot oil, you don't use ANY with GP's:ronno
 
Please note,

Grip Puppies is the name of a motorcycle related accessory product.

Not,
a suggestion nor instruction as to an appropriate response to the sight of the outline of a Ladies lumpy jumper bits.

Failure to follow this advice note may result in arrest, court action and a restraining order.

DAMHIK
 
After reading the benefits you have all reported on the puppies I rushed out an bought a pair of 9 week old minature dachsunds (black and tan).

The fit is absolutely fantastic but I find the rear legs can jam against the brake leaver when at full throttle. This does have an alarming effect when taking part in the traffic light grand prix:eek:. Do you recommend leg removal to cure this unfortunate side effect and on average how long do you keep them on before the smell is too great and replacement is your only option.

Thanks guys dont know what I would do without this site:augie
 
After reading the benefits you have all reported on the puppies I rushed out an bought a pair of 9 week old minature dachsunds (black and tan).

The fit is absolutely fantastic but I find the rear legs can jam against the brake leaver when at full throttle. This does have an alarming effect when taking part in the traffic light grand prix:eek:. Do you recommend leg removal to cure this unfortunate side effect and on average how long do you keep them on before the smell is too great and replacement is your only option.

Thanks guys dont know what I would do without this site:augie

Gently peel them off and put them back on the other way round - YOU FOOL. Surely everyone knows which way round they go:blast:blast:blast
 
They arrived in the post today - most unassuming piece of kit I have ever paid money for!
Does anyone know the torque setting for the bar-end bolt??

OldCroc
 
Grip Pups test results

Having now fitted the pups and done a test ride I can report the following against my original list of expectations:


1. improved ride position - less cramp - NO CHANGE
2, greater fuel economy allowing me to go from 2-300 miles to 5-600 miles before the need to re-fuel - NO CHANGE
3. smoother ride - less vibration - NO CHANGE
4. longer tyre life - NO CHANGE
5. less chance of premature FD failure - STILL TO BE EVALUATED
6. no more requirement for chain lube - DEFINITELY AN IMPROVEMENT HERE
7. longer life for the FPC (black enamelled type) - WHO KNOWS
8. better braking response - NO CHANGE
9. less vibration through the footpegs - NO CHANGE
10. did I say improved fuel consumption? - NO CHANGE
11. 10-hour riding days with no back or bum ache - NO CHANGE
12. can anyone tell me if they will improve the spray on the back of my legs? - NO CHANGE
13. improved turn-in - NO CHANGE
14. no more corrosion on FD - NO CHANGE

Value for money? They are probably worth the £7.50 that they would cost in the States. Are they worth the £15 in Rip-off Britain? Not in my view. Would I buy again - No. Will I keep them on - Jury's out on that. I'll wait another 500 miles.
 
Value for money? They are probably worth the £7.50 that they would cost in the States. Are they worth the £15 in Rip-off Britain? Not in my view. Would I buy again - No. Will I keep them on - Jury's out on that. I'll wait another 500 miles.

Fool. You should have kept quiet and sneaked them on to the FSW in the spring....
 
I'll learn.......:blast

joking aside they do work.
i have really bad hands and riding my 1200 was a nightmare, until i fitted grip puppy's. :)
I also have an 1150 and never needed them.
£15, priceless to me ;) but £7.50 would of been better ;)
 
The 'O' rings option is probably cheaper, easily obtainable and definitely effective!

cheers,
 


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