| Author | Message | ||
     S1_fan |
Has anyone else had issues with the plastic hand control (throttle side) being loose on the handlebars? My handlebars are sized appropriately relative to the controls but the plastic controls do not fit tightly on the bar and sometimes moves. NOT GOOD! Sometimes when I roll on the throttle, the whole assembly will twist on the bars just a little bit. I considered putting a little piece of rubber shim in there to fill the space. But I have not yet. Has anyone upgraded controls and grips? I think eventually I'd like to go that route but not affect the electronics hopefully. Thanks for any thoughts. | ||
| Phelan |
I wouldn't know. My S2 has the 82-95 HD controls made out of metal. | ||
| Impala |
My factory bars have holes in them for the controls to fit into to prevent them from moving. | ||
| Buelltours |
I usually remove the locator pin when I fit aftermarket bars rather than drill a hole. You can put 1 or 2 layers of tape (duct, electrical..) around the bars, align all parts (make sure the cables are positioned correctly and snugly tighten the two bolts. It shouldn't move any more... | ||
| S1_fan |
Yeah Buelltours, the tape idea is along the same lines as I was thinking. I have some small strips of rubber (1/16" thick or so) that I was going to wrap around there. The rubber came with a handlebar-mounted computer for my bicycle to fit different bicycle handlebars. That is probably what I will do. | ||
| Buellistic |
The FACTORY HOLES in the handlebars are not the correct ERGONOMICS POSITION for the controls therefore you either cut the dimples off or use tape as a shim for tightening the controls ... | ||
| Littlebuggles |
Well Lafayette, I'm going to argue about that, that's gonna depend entirely on the ergonomics of the individual. It would seem that while they are a poor fit for you, they are actually great for me. I tried electrical tape on some chrome bars and it would slide, I found rubber spacers such as you are talking about S1_fan to be a good option, even better with adhesive backing on it. | ||
| Dave_02_1200 |
I use the adhesive cloth tape from Schwinn Bicycles that is used instead of grips on road bikes. It stays put and doesn't gum up the switches. | ||
| Buellistic |
Littlebuggles: Feel free to argue and challenge me as am after better ways of thinking about the HOW TOO's ... BWB'ers is the best for re-thinking ideas or doing things ... | ||
| Skntpig |
Electrical tape for me. Has a little elasticity to it so it gets squished when you tighten. You don't need much. | ||
| Littlebuggles |
I agree Buellistic, I believe this is a good place for community "think tank" type discussions and problem solving. (When I was teaching rider safety I was frequently surprised at how many people in the experienced course didn't know they could adjust their controls for better use and comfort. So I was kinda glad it came up in a round-about way). Sorry for the thread jack. Sknt, maybe I was using too much, or just old tape then. | ||
| Hugie03flhr |
Tape or take down some material on the clapping face similar to the resizing of connecting rod cap and rod. | ||
| Bikertrash05 |
I was hoping this thread would talk more about aftermarket options, like throttle controls from dirt bikes. My white plastic throttle cable guide is getting worn down, and it is either $45 for a new assembly, or check out some neat dirt bike controls. | ||
| Buellistic |
Bikertrash05: How about KAWA Clutch and Brake levers which both are adjustable and are black ... Pictures and "INFO" if you want it, e-mail me(Ljenne73c@verizon.net)so that "i" can get your e-mail address and they are yours ... (Message edited by buellistic on March 13, 2010) | ||
| Littlebuggles |
KTM has a throttle side control heated grip kit similar to the Buell kit but about $100 less. $80ish will get you a heated grip kit and a new cable guide. Which bike do you need it for, and do you need the roller? I've got a used R.H. switch gear, minus the throttle grip that is just laying around. If it will help you you can have it for the shipping and the cost of a soda. It came off my XB last week. | ||
| Britt |
I used the clutch perch off an '06 GSX-R1000 and the Radial Master also, added ASV Shorty levers, and an MV Agusta F4 throttle housing and on/off switch. Cleaned things up a little. | ||
| Bikertrash05 |
This is for my S1. I am already using a Kawi clutch perch and adjustable lever, which matches my American Sport Bike adjustable brake lever perfectly. Now I am looking for a throttle control, something like this, but cheaper: Joker Machine Throttle | ||
| 4dwuds |
You can "Knurl" the handlebars with a sharp center punch. Just know where the clamping points are on the bars, move the controls out of the way and punch a few dimples around the bar. Yes it does make a dent but it also pushes material up around the dent. Make sure the bars have good support opposite of where your using the punch. |
