Valkyrie Riders Cruiser Club
July 22, 2025, 10:29:18 AM *
Welcome, Guest. Please login or register.

Login with username, password and session length
Ultimate Seats Link VRCC Store
Homepage : Photostash : JustPics : Shoptalk : Old Tech Archive : Classifieds : Contact Staff
News: If you're new to this message board, read THIS!
 
MarkT Exhaust
Pages: [1]   Go Down
Send this topic Print
Author Topic: Glue for grips  (Read 3903 times)
MIVALKRIDER
Member
*****
Posts: 9


« on: March 08, 2009, 04:38:00 AM »

What kind of glue can I use to install a new set of iso grips.
Logged
Jack
Member
*****
Posts: 1889


VRCC# 3099, 1999 Valk Standard, 2006 Rocket 3

Benton, Arkansas


« Reply #1 on: March 08, 2009, 05:31:52 AM »

Gorilla Glue works great.
Logged

"It takes a certain kind of nut to ride a motorcycle, and I am that motorcycle nut," Lyle Grimes, RIP August 2009.
TomL
Member
*****
Posts: 12


Sunbury, Ohio


« Reply #2 on: March 08, 2009, 05:42:41 AM »

After I tried the glue that came with my Kury grips (twice), I ended up getting some Honda Grip Glue.  That is some strong stuff.  No more grip failure.

Tom
Logged

"The first hundred years is the hardest"   Will Rogers
Andy
Member
*****
Posts: 147


« Reply #3 on: March 08, 2009, 06:03:29 AM »

Golf club grip tape works great, don't buy the water soluble type.
Logged
Cholla
Member
*****
Posts: 15


VRCC# 7578

Iowa Cornfield


« Reply #4 on: March 08, 2009, 08:02:06 AM »

I used the "Goo Automotive" glue and has held well for 5+ yrs.

One thing I did before installing the Kury grips the 2nd time was to remove the rubber inserts and wipe the inside of the grips well with brake cleaner/solvent.  Then I roughed up the inside a bit with sandpaper for better adhesion.  The inside felt slick/oily when I first got them and I think that is why I had to reglue them after the first attempt.



Best Regards

Logged

Like many travelers, I've seen more than I can remember and I can remember more than I've seen...
doubletee
Member
*****
Posts: 1165


VRCC # 22269

Fort Wayne, IN


« Reply #5 on: March 08, 2009, 08:29:54 AM »

and I also disassemble the Kury grips and clean the insides of the rubber parts with Isopropyl alcohol before gluing.
« Last Edit: March 08, 2009, 02:37:40 PM by doubletee » Logged

  
FLATSIX
Member
*****
Posts: 254


Heist o/d Berg BELGIUM


« Reply #6 on: March 08, 2009, 10:42:50 AM »

My grips are mounted without glue - seems no problem, but if in the far future I have to replace them, no problem with glu as there isn't.... crazy2
Logged

standard '97 - european F6C - red & white - 27.000 KM
MIVALKRIDER
Member
*****
Posts: 9


« Reply #7 on: March 08, 2009, 12:21:42 PM »

I notice the these Kuryakan grips seemed like they have a film of some kind on them. I'll be sure to clean them good and rough them up before gluing them. Thanks for all the great tips!
Logged
HotRod
Member
*****
Posts: 909


2001 I/S First one was a 1999 I/S

Henderson, NV


« Reply #8 on: March 08, 2009, 02:26:54 PM »

What kind of glue can I use to install a new set of iso grips.
Mine just broke loose yesterday, thanks for asking that question.
Logged

Jess from VA
Member
*****
Posts: 30492


No VA


« Reply #9 on: March 09, 2009, 05:47:45 AM »

I have used various methods, but found that clear RTV silicone is the best, because it gives you all the time in the world (like 30 minutes or more) to get things positioned exactly where you want them before setting up.  And it is easier than most stuff to get the grip off later if you want to without damaging it. 

I have used it with Kuryakyn Iso grips many times.  Scuff up the throttle sleeve and left bar end. Squeeze some into the grip (more) and around the end of the bar (less).  When you slide it on, it spreads it out on the way up, but also builds up excess on the outside which you clean up as you go (so you don't glue your throttle grip to the controls above the grip.  It cleans up easily, unlike goop like superglue.

To keep the rubbers in Iso grips (or others) evenly lined up on both sides (with rubbers at about 10 o'clock under your palm on top), always do the throttle (trickier side) first, then it is easy to match the position of the right to the left side second. 

With RTV, do not ride for at least overnight to allow good setup.  I have had RTV come loose over time, and it is no big deal to pull it off, clean it up, and do it again.

One other point.  If you are considering a throttle lock, now is the time for install when doing new grips (goes above the throttle grip).  I use the MADCO cam lock, which is spendy, but beautiful billet that looks and functions perfectly on my Valks.

http://www.madcorider.com/

http://www.madcorider.com/cam-lock_kawasaki.html

 
Logged
Spirited-6
Member
*****
Posts: 2214


Nicholasville, Ky.


« Reply #10 on: March 09, 2009, 06:00:37 AM »

Gorilla Glue works great.
If you NEVER EVER,EVER,EVER, EVER want to remove them.  Roll Eyes Wink
Logged

Spirited-6
NITRO
Member
*****
Posts: 1002


Eau Claire, WI


« Reply #11 on: December 27, 2010, 03:37:21 PM »

Gorilla Glue works great.

+1! It works great. I have no reason to remove them, so this was a perfect solution for me.
Logged

When in doubt, ride.
fudgie
Member
*****
Posts: 10613


Better to be judged by 12, then carried by 6.

Huntington Indiana


WWW
« Reply #12 on: December 27, 2010, 06:34:18 PM »

I used honda grip glue. 9 years now and the clutch side is now starting to hold.  ??? I use to be able to spin it but now is getting a little tight.
Logged



Now you're in the world of the wolves...
And we welcome all you sheep...

VRCC-#7196
VRCCDS-#0175
DTR
PGR
roboto65
Member
*****
Posts: 878


Conroe,TX


« Reply #13 on: December 27, 2010, 07:29:28 PM »

Shoot you all got lots of money Heck I grab the wifes Hairspray and one wrap of electrical tape never had a loose grip yet....  Cool Cool
Logged

Allen Rugg                                                       
VRCC #30806
1999 Illusion Blue Valkyrie Interstate
1978 Kawasaki KZ 650 project
Pages: [1]   Go Up
Send this topic Print
Jump to: