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Handlebar Grips. What are your favourites ?
Just curious what everyone is using ???
I like hardwearing 'Supergrip' ones.
They aren't the best at taking vibration away but they last for 20,000 miles of abuse easily.
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Had these Progrip 714's on the DR for a few years, they have been very good, are wearing well and Id buy them again.
http://www.bikebandit.com/aftermarke...torcycle-grips
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Are they 'squishy' ??
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they are not super squishy, but they are not hard either, definitely on the soft side, id put them at midway between the two - if that helps
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Do you know how they compare to the pillow tops from Pro Taper? I like grips that reduce vibs, but don't want the foam ones.
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Id say the pillow grips may be a bit softer, they are fine for day rides and Id use them on the KTM, but for a long distance dual sport bike I prefer the 714's as they do not give pressure points.
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Do you know how they compare to the pillow tops from Pro Taper? I like grips that reduce vibs, but don't want the foam ones.
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I find the pillow tops wear out FAST when you're on the pegs.
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BMW heated grips on my airhead, especially in the winter.
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I only ever have the wrap heated pads under my grips. First thing to go on there.
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I have around 8,00 miles of road and trail on Progrip 714's on my DRZ with no sign of any wear. (mine are grip-glued and lock wired)
They are squishy enough to take the edge off the vibes and don't seem to suffer in high temperatures. They're quite fat but are a comfy shape. If you've got girly hands and thick gloves they might feel a bit bulky.
The only downside is that they're not so great when clarted in mud. So, for UK trailriding not the best but for touring, I'd say ideal.
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Love these, and yes they feel great
Products - Andy Strapz
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I went with the Progrip 714
They're really nice. Great feel and quality. No idea how long they will last though.
I'd been putting them on all my project bikes now.
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