Replacement Grips ?

[Backroader]

I've got an 08 R1200GS with heated grips.

There is a small hole in the left hand grip where the heating element is just visible but not damaged.

I only want to peel off the original worn grips and replace with new ones, leaving the heating elements alone, not have to buy the whole shebang.

Searching on here I saw mention of buying 2 throttle side replacement grips from Motorworks but they told me that they are only available for 1000/1100and not the 1200.

I don't want puppies or foam grips so has anyone found any rubber grip replacements to do the job ?

 

[duckspeed]

from what I noticed after replacing the grip on the throttle side of my 06 1200gsa I would be surprised if you could get the cover off without damaging the heated element

 

[G5RJO]

On my 08 (OK its a very late 08 with the LED indicators) the elements are embedded INTO the rubber and most certainly NOT under the grip. My throttle side bust and it was a new one at the dealers job, sorry but its a cash job...easy DIY but not a replacement £3 grip over the old elements, sorry.

Roger.

 

[Bobbin-Man]

ADVrider ..... page 7 there's photos of grip replacement on a 1200GS.

 

[jeff]

Grip puppies. Slid over existing grips. Job done

 

[Backroader]

Thank all.

Considering one side is worn right through and the other pretty well worn I decided to bite the bullet and buy a set for £120.

 

[Time Traveller]

Grip puppies. Slid over existing grips. Job done

what are these. Picked up my new second hand GS, and I think grips will need attention sooner rather than later...

 

[chipsonfriday]

http://www.ukgser.com/forums/showthread.php?t=238274

 

[G5RJO]

Google 'grip puppies' and we discover.......

http://www.sportouring.com/gallery.php?sectionHeaderActive=1000&rangeChoosen=615

Roger.

 

[richard shaw]

grips

i have seen on ebaye that a company called hilltopuk25 do a type off heat shrink that is used on handles such as tennis rackets ,its not that expensive to buy and i have not seen any but might be worth a try! on there site its called, non slip handle textured heat shrink tubing in black

 

[Billywhizz]

Google 'grip puppies' and we discover.......

http://www.sportouring.com/gallery.php?sectionHeaderActive=1000&rangeChoosen=615

Roger.

Brilliant bit of kit - had mine over a year now. BTW I noticed that Bahnstormers are now selling them......