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wolfman46
01-22-2014, 12:12 PM
Is it really necessary to apply glue when replacing grips on a Voyager.
This is my 19th new motorcycle but my first cruiser, I have replaced quite
a few grips and have never used glue. Appreciate the input.

cactusjack
01-22-2014, 12:28 PM
I used hair spray, held great for years. Just spray inside the grip and slip it on.

wolfman46
01-22-2014, 12:42 PM
That is what I always did and worked great for me.

napom
01-22-2014, 02:08 PM
What if you are follicly challenged?

cactusjack
01-22-2014, 02:30 PM
What if you are follicly challenged?

I don't think you need to have hair to buy hair spray. :D

Gypsy Dragon
01-22-2014, 02:35 PM
I've always made sure my bars are really clean, and used compressed air to get the grip on. by the time they start to slip,they're worn out and ready to be replaced.

HurtSoMuch
01-22-2014, 03:08 PM
got a tip from the local bikeshop..use gasolin....

Top Cat
01-22-2014, 04:21 PM
got a tip from the local bikeshop..use gasolin....

We all use gasoline, there are no electric bikes on this forum :D

ringadingh
01-22-2014, 06:26 PM
Ive used everything over the years from hairspray to spray paint. It all works.

dmyers
01-22-2014, 07:55 PM
The ISO grips have a rubber sleeve so I just squirt some windex in the grip and slide them on, Let it dry and they are a bear to get back off. But you can get them off
My new avons have set screws and you are supposed to use grip tape that they send with them

Monkeyman
01-22-2014, 08:19 PM
Silicone works well. When you want the grip off, a hard, quick twist will loosen it up. The only grip you'd need anything for is the clutch side.