Topic: K1 Handlebar grips

[beemerbum]

The original 1971 grips on my K1 are hard as rocks and are actually uncomfortable for any significant saddle time. I have sourced OEM grips correct for the K1. I'm having a hell of a time removing the old ones. They seem to have welded themselves to the bar as well as the throttle tube. Suggestions for their removal would be highly appreciated.

[ekpent]

  If your not looking to not save them you could cut/slit them with a sharp razor cutter/box knife being careful not to slit your throttle tube. Also if you can work some window cleaner or soapy water or such under them with a syringe you might get them to break free. Getting an air gun tip under and inside them can break them loose also.

[Kevin D]

My riding gloves have padded palms, making for a nice grip. I don't ride without them.

https://shop.olympiagloves.com/collections/mens-motorcycle-gloves

[1976cb750f836]

I have nerve damage in hand, love my foam grips. They only last a couple seasons but are cheap, and confortable. I always razor knife mine off.

[BenelliSEI]

I slice them along one line. Then cut off the end and throw them in a storage bin. They are great for protecting your frame, when pulling or reinstalling the engine!

[Don R]

Shoot some compressed air under the edge, they almost shoot off. It helps going on too.

[beemerbum]

I slice them along one line. Then cut off the end and throw them in a storage bin. They are great for protecting your frame, when pulling or reinstalling the engine!

Great idea! Thanks