Handlebar grips

[03XT600E]

Can anyone tell me the size of the 4PT handlebars, are they 7/8"?

I need new grips and have seen some that fit that size on Ebay.

Also has anyone tried riding without the bar end weights on, what's the difference?

I ask because i would need to cut the end of the grips off to refit the bar end weights.

[kentbiker]

Originally Posted by 03XT600E

Can anyone tell me the size of the 4PT handlebars, are they 7/8"?

I need new grips and have seen some that fit that size on Ebay.

Also has anyone tried riding without the bar end weights on, what's the difference?

I ask because i would need to cut the end of the grips off to refit the bar end weights.

Yes they are, or 22mm in metric. Why not go the whole hog and get Renthals and Oxford heated grips while you're at it? No need for the new grips then. I find my Renthals are fine without the bar end weights and the heated gripsare stonkingly wonderful in winter.

Geoff

[bergspre]

I used these grips on my XT600E 2001 (4pt) and they fitted, still can use the end bar weights:
Pro Grip Gel Progrip Gel Sportbike Grips Model 716 Black/Black - Motorcycle Parts and Accessories for the Sport Touring Enthusiast at Motorcycle Accessories from California Sport Touring, Inc.

Just note the left one is a different size then the right one, and use compressed air to slide off the old ones and to get on the new ones.

I also fitted a symtec heater under those pro grips and its almost too hot on the highest setting.. the pro grip are quite thin and nice.
Symtec Motorcycle Grip Heater Kit with toggle switch - Motorcycle Parts and Accessories for the Sport Touring Enthusiast at Motorcycle Accessories from California Sport Touring, Inc.

The only problem with the heated grips are, where to mount the switch? Mines just hanging in there now above the speedometer.

[03XT600E]

Thanks for the replies, very helpful.

I have to say I have not felt the need for heated grips even in Winter.

I have a blue bike and like the look of these grips.

[03XT600E]

Kentbiker, how much would Renthal handlebars sell for?
I assume there is one type for road bikes and another for trail bikes?

Saw these on ebay but there is no crossbar so guess it's for a road bike.

[bacardi23]

That handlebar is actually for ATV's (quads)....

As for the handlebar grips I'm thinking of sticking to the normal Progrips OR just for show-.... getting something like one of these:


OR


but in BLUE or BLACK
this type of blue:



Vando

[kentbiker]

Originally Posted by 03XT600E

Kentbiker, how much would Renthal handlebars sell for?
I assume there is one type for road bikes and another for trail bikes?

Saw these on ebay but there is no crossbar so guess it's for a road bike.

I bought my High Rise Dakars from Into Bikes. Here's the link.
Renthal Dakar High Handlebar
They're currently £39.49and are excellent. The bar end weights don't fit back on as the internal diameter is too small but I don't find vibration a problem. I did read on a post on the HUBB that any vibration can be cured by pumping the bars full of silicon sealant, but I haven't tried that just yet.

In answer to Bergspre's problem with mounting the heated handlebar switch, this is where I put the one for my Oxford heated grips.

Geoff

[bacardi23]

Cheaper seller:
Yamaha Hand Grip ATV FZR YZF 600 600R R1 RM DR TW PW on eBay (end time 14-Jul-10 20:59:12 BST)
6,98£ with free international shipping!
(Just bought one pair in blue lol

If you can wait a few more days for an Auction on a pair of these:
GB07 Handle Bar Grip for Yamaha YZ 125 250 WR 450F TTR on eBay (end time 07-Jul-10 08:41:16 BST)

Luckly, you'll get these at 5,48£ with shipping!

Vando

[Double Supercool]

So will the Renthal Dakar high bars go straight on no probs (be able to fit all the bits and pieces back on)? I am also looking at adding some risers as I am pretty tall (aroun 190cm)




I am in two minds about spending too much money on the XT. It is my first dual sport so I am using it just to practice and get the feel of things so I can get a better idea of my riding style for my first "proper" DS bike. Still, fixing up your bike is part of that and it will help my form if my bike is set up properly . . .

[bobthebiker]

if they're 7/8" bars, everything will indeed fit on them ok. if they're taller you'll likely need longer wires/lines to connect everything.

But you're right, unless you like the way your bike is set up, you simply wont want to ride it. I feel like a poorly set up, and ill suited bike is just not good for a long term dual sport ride.