Kep
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« on: February 26, 2013, 10:01:15 PM » |
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I'm thinking about switching out my OEM grips for Kury ISO grips...Pros ? Cons? Let me know
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hubcapsc
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« Reply #1 on: February 27, 2013, 03:17:19 AM » |
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I ditched the fancy chrome grips off my bike as soon as I could. OEM grips are "grippy" and smaller just better all around... in my opinion  -Mike |
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fudgie
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« Reply #2 on: February 27, 2013, 04:18:24 AM » |
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I was happy with oem but went with Kury for the looks. I like'm. Seem to let more air flow thru your hand.
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« Reply #3 on: February 27, 2013, 05:28:09 AM » |
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I ditched the fancy chrome grips off my bike as soon as I could. OEM grips are "grippy" and smaller just better all around... in my opinion -Mike My bike had ISO grips on it and I also changed them for the same reason. I didn't like the "fat" feeling and wasn't confident on the grip. And like hubcapsc, IMO. |
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« Reply #4 on: February 27, 2013, 05:34:08 AM » |
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I like the Iso-grips better. More comfortable and they look much better than stock. Plus you can add the throttle bosses on the ends to rest your hands on, which helps to alleviate the grip tension in your fingers and wrists.  |
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« Reply #5 on: February 27, 2013, 05:35:35 AM » |
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These are the best grips I have used. http://www.coolsac.com/black-braided-grip/Made in USA and come in all sorts of combinations. JP |
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« Reply #6 on: February 27, 2013, 05:49:45 AM » |
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Last set of Kuryakyn ISO grips I had were a major disappointment. The chrome flaked off and the rubber turned my hand and gloves black and continued to do so for the entire two years I had them. Made me swear off Kuryakyn products completely. Any company that charges a premium price for an inferior product ain't gonna get my business.
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« Reply #7 on: February 27, 2013, 05:56:19 AM » |
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I ditched the fancy chrome grips off my bike as soon as I could. OEM grips are "grippy" and smaller just better all around... in my opinion -Mike My bike had ISO grips on it and I also changed them for the same reason. I didn't like the "fat" feeling and wasn't confident on the grip. And like hubcapsc, IMO. +1, iso grips are to big for my medium sized hands. Hoser |
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« Reply #8 on: February 27, 2013, 08:23:17 AM » |
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I have Kury ISOs on both bikes and like them. Also have the throttle bosses on both sides for comfort.  |
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« Reply #9 on: February 27, 2013, 10:36:03 AM » |
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Prefer the Kury grips over OEM. Found the OEM too small (and my hands aren't large) and uncomfortable. Get a good grip with the Kuryakyn and never had a problem with the chrome on either my Goldwing or Valkyrie.
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« Reply #10 on: February 27, 2013, 10:50:51 AM » |
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Throttle boss rocks
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« Reply #11 on: February 27, 2013, 11:48:12 AM » |
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I have rather small hands, but I find the OEM grips too small and uncomfortable.
I have and have had Kury grips on all my Valkyries. I've no complaints with them.
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Kep
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« Reply #12 on: February 27, 2013, 12:12:36 PM » |
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Sold !! I've heard enough GOOD responses that I pulled the trigger on a set with the throttle boss. If they're good enough for Fudgie...theyr'e good enough for me. Indiana ROCKS !!!haha
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« Reply #13 on: February 27, 2013, 06:55:26 PM » |
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Sold !! I've heard enough GOOD responses that I pulled the trigger on a set with the throttle boss. If they're good enough for Fudgie...theyr'e good enough for me. Indiana ROCKS !!!haha
Be sure to get the throttle boss ends on both grips, you will like it. |
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Jess from VA
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« Reply #14 on: February 27, 2013, 09:26:06 PM » |
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I wouldn't like it. Just sayin.
I do like/use the working boss on the right.
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Kep
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« Reply #15 on: February 28, 2013, 05:21:42 AM » |
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Ya..I just got the Boss on the throttle side..didn't really see the point in having it on the clutch side.Took my old grips off last night..piece of cake , really came off easy. I told myself from now on when I do work on my Valk I'm taking pics.Didn't do that when I did my final drive rebuild and wish I had !!I know I always appreciate it when members post pics of work they've done and it sure helps if your working on something for the first time.
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salty1
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« Reply #16 on: February 28, 2013, 07:23:55 AM » |
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Looking forward to the pics. Kury iso grip for me too!
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« Reply #17 on: February 28, 2013, 08:14:28 AM » |
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I wouldn't like it. Just sayin.
I do like/use the working boss on the right.
Why do you think you wouldn't like it? Have you tried it? Actually there are two benifits to the Throttle Boss on both sides. One, it serves as a rest for both hands for more comfort, and it is effective as such. Two, it esthetically looks better (IMO) having the balance of both grips looking the same. I have tried it both ways and two of them is better.  |
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« Reply #18 on: February 28, 2013, 08:30:12 AM » |
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I have three Valks, an I/S and two standards. I won a sett of ISO grips at IZ III, and installed them on my I/S.
But since just about every body is using them, and I've become more "anti-chrome", I feel the OEMs are now the unique "un-accessory".
I've had other riders ask "who makes those grips?".
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« Reply #19 on: February 28, 2013, 09:02:00 AM » |
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I had no complaints with the OEM grips. But after an unfortunate event, I was in need of new ones. The oem was more expensive than the Kury I dont care for the feel of the usual kury grips with the bubbles (thats what they feel like to me) But the flame grips have flat rubber pieces and feels great with or without gloves. I have had them for over 3 years now and they still look new  |
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Kep
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« Reply #20 on: February 28, 2013, 12:14:36 PM » |
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I guess I didn't want to put a throttle boss on the clutch side because that's where I rest my left foot...haha
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« Reply #21 on: February 28, 2013, 12:54:24 PM » |
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I'm thinking about switching out my OEM grips for Kury ISO grips...Pros ? Cons? Let me know
I just picked up a set of ISO's and throttle boss off Amazon. I think I sort of got dupped, they are really old, definately not a new set of grips. O well, I plan to install them soon. |
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« Reply #22 on: February 28, 2013, 02:29:48 PM » |
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I wouldn't like it. Just sayin.
I do like/use the working boss on the right.
Why do you think you wouldn't like it? Have you tried it? Actually there are two benifits to the Throttle Boss on both sides. One, it serves as a rest for both hands for more comfort, and it is effective as such. Two, it esthetically looks better (IMO) having the balance of both grips looking the same. I have tried it both ways and two of them is better. Any boss at the grip ends is something to catch your hand, glove, cuff or clothing on. I like the function on the right, but I walk the bike around using the left grip. The big long Kury Iso grips specific to Valk (6 1/4") are enough of a hand rest, and I usually keep my hands all the way forward to the control housings on both sides anyway (with a good 2" of leftover grip below my palms), and don't need something to catch my hand on. On longer rides I often ride with only my throttle hand (left in my lap or on the thigh). No it is not funtional and could be a detriment, to me. I like bling, but not all bling. I would not put those spikey Kury endcaps on my grips either. While working on the bike, I have come up under the bars and whacked the back of my head on the grip ends many times. And have heard of them puncturing someone's thigh badly in a wreck where the bike comes to a sudden stop (like on a tree or the back of a car) as well.  |
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fudgie
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« Reply #23 on: March 01, 2013, 04:29:15 AM » |
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Save that little chrome cap of the ends of your oem grips. Makes a nice key fob for your Valk! |
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GJS
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« Reply #24 on: March 02, 2013, 09:09:30 AM » |
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FYI CoolSac Grips for sale. Seems like a good deal. http://r.ebay.com/tq6COSNot affiliated. GJS |
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« Reply #25 on: March 02, 2013, 09:37:19 AM » |
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ISO are the best, unless you go heated.
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« Reply #26 on: March 02, 2013, 10:27:12 AM » |
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Interesting. Only one of the grips in his picture is the CoolSac grip. Buyer beware on this one. JP |
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« Reply #27 on: March 03, 2013, 05:52:49 AM » |
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OEM grips for me with the plastic slip on throttle boss. This is easily adjustable by turning it in the reverse direction.
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« Reply #28 on: March 03, 2013, 09:52:56 AM » |
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OEM grips for me with the plastic slip on throttle boss. This is easily adjustable by turning it in the reverse direction.
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Kep
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« Reply #29 on: March 03, 2013, 07:23:15 PM » |
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New grips on...new mirrors too. Love the look and the feel...can't wait for some riding weather to "really" try them out instead of sitting on her in the garage twisting the throttle going "vroom , vroom".haha  |
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« Reply #30 on: March 04, 2013, 05:15:00 AM » |
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Looks great Kep! |
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« Reply #31 on: March 04, 2013, 02:41:50 PM » |
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Love the vstacks and the gauge visors. Sweet ride man.
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fudgie
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« Reply #32 on: March 04, 2013, 04:39:42 PM » |
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Oh very nice! |
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fudgie
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« Reply #33 on: March 05, 2013, 04:32:03 PM » |
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Kep, the mirrors came in. I may go put them on before I go plow. I owe you big time. |
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