Input requested for gel grips.

[bobski]

I just did a search on the site for gel grips and basically found nothing, so looking for input on this question. I had my bike out for an hour ride for the first time at freeway speeds and noticed that the almost imperceptable vib in the seat did create a little numbness in my hand on the grip. Anyone else notice this, and are there gel grips that will reduce/eliminate this?

 

[kevin8198]

Cyclegear has cramp busters on sale right now for $5, I got one and it helps a lot. Quick easy fix. Cycle Gear - CRAMPBUSTER: Motorcycle Throttle Control,

I know it's off subject but I thought I'd throw it out as an option.

 

[y0uki11edkenny]

I ride 120 miles a day 60 miles to work and 60 miles back and i have had the same exact problem but i just got used to it. I know they have gloves with gel inside of them but I just don't want to spend $150 for gloves. i guess i could try the cramp buster i mean its only 5 bucks.

 

[SAFE-T]

Try a set of ProGrip 719's and some gloves with gel palms.

 

[FitZ6R]

Pro Grips + gel gloves (I have $40 Olympias) + Crampbuster for the win.

 

[e.blackadder]

You might also consider the $5 BikeMaster foam grips. I'm happier with them than with the stock grips.

 

[NoDoze]

I have the ProGrip 719s and they helped a little bit.

$15 from Motorcycle-Superstore.com

You might also try using more of your lower body by gripping the tank with your legs (thigh master Suzanne Somers comes to mind ) and your core muscles to hold you up - thus lessening your hand grip pressure. A way to check is you should be doing 'ok' signs with your hand and your shoulders should feel light.

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[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wkxFWVGqUCg]YouTube - ‪1991 - Thighmaster‬‏[/ame]

 

[dart1963]

I went with the Progrip 724... had to cut the end as they sent me closed end (even though I ordered open end)... but no biggy


I'll say, they are smaller diameter than stock... and that could be bad over time.. they are grippy (is that a word) and cut out the vibrations... but I wonder if I might move to the bigger grips eventually... The grippy feel means you can control them better with a lighter touch, so that may offset the smaller diameter.. I just don't know yet.

Good luck

 

[Marthy]

Try the crampbuster, it work well. Aluminum handlebar as been a good mod for me. The thicker wall help to reduce vibration...

 

[SAFE-T]

Pro Grips + gel gloves (I have $40 Olympias) + Crampbuster for the win.

Exactly what we have :wav:

 

[Roaddawg]

Here's another option as well: http://www.600cc.org/forum/f96/grip-pupppies-19941/

 

[ChUcK]

Pro Grips + gel gloves (I have $40 Olympias) + Crampbuster for the win.

Yeah buddy. I have some tourmaster gauntlets with gel. The crampbuster is well worth the money towards the end of a day's ride.

 

[bobski]

I ran into (well, not really, but you know what I mean) a guy who had installed Progrip 714's on a V-Strom and swore by them. A local shop can get them for me in three days so I'm going to give them a try. Closed end so I'll have to cut the ent to refit the bar ends but I don't think that's a biggie. I'll post again when I can make a recommendation on how they work to reduce vibs.

 

[tnd2]

I have the ProGrip 719s and they helped a little bit.

$15 from Motorcycle-Superstore.com

Are the 719's closer to the stock diameter?

I put the Driven Grippy grips on and they feel slightly thinner, but softer than stock. Soft enough the pyramids are showing wear in only 700 miles.

 

[bobski]

714's feel softer but I can still feel a little buzz in the throtle hand, but no hand going to sleep around town. Haven't had them out for an hour run on the hwy yet, that will be the real test and I'll post again after I do that (probably within the next week). The vibe I was getting was hardly even noticable, but enough of the right frequency to numb my hand . . so I don't think the 714's need to do very much to have a positive effect. I'll let you know.

 

[SampsonNation]

Has anyone tried these Bikemaster Foam Grips?


[ame=http://www.amazon.com/Bikemaster-Foam-Grips/dp/B0012TTANG]Amazon.com: Bikemaster Foam Grips - --/--: Automotive[/ame]


Or these?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/YAMA...Accessories&hash=item1c1f697691#ht_2045wt_948

 

[stevet]

For me too the ProGrip 719's only helped a little if any. I was actually disappointed and expected more. Gloves are thicker and more effective IMHO.