Grip fix

Discussion in 'Multistrada' started by knightrider, Jun 11, 2012.

  1. Well I think I've found the perfect solution for the stock grips.

    Like many others I found the OEM grips a little skinny and quite harsh but I didn't want to cut them off and possibly do damage to the heating element underneath, so I've tried a few methods but the best and cheapest was a simple CRICKET BAT GRIP, approx £3.00 off ebay

    Not only does it feel 100% better (my opinion) but will also stop your stock grip from wearing as others have described. The heat comes through no problem too :wink:

    Not difficult to fit but I took a few pics to show how I did it :upyeah:
    grips 2 001.JPG grips 2 002.JPG



    grips 2 003.JPG grips 2 005.JPG

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    grips 2 002.JPG

    grips 2 003.JPG

    grips 2 005.JPG
     
    #1 knightrider, Jun 11, 2012
    Last edited: Jun 11, 2012
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  2. Genius, I'm off to ebay to get some
     
    #2 LeNoir, Jun 11, 2012
  3. :upyeah:
     
    #3 DesmoDucMan, Jun 11, 2012
  4. My pro-grips have decided to fall apart and to be honest, I like making/ fixing stuff so this is a great idea!!!!!

    Maybe lock-wire them for that race look?
     
    #4 JC749, Jun 11, 2012
  5. Good find!

    Can u post the e-bay link for those you have, they look a similar grip to the original, I can't seem to find any that look like that?
     
    #5 Boomer, Jun 12, 2012
  6. yup looks good enough to me, please post the ebay link please!

    (although I would argue a few here would balk at such simple solution and would want to spend loads more)

    anyone know how much it is to get the original replaced - andy u said that you sorted yours under warranty but did you get a quote ?

    bugs
     
    #6 Bugsbunny, Jun 12, 2012
  7. Sorry, no. The Dealer never says how much the parts and labour are costing, they just replace it. I suppose because for them it is at cost. You could always just ask them how much a set of heated grips are... Not sure if you can just buy the grips themselves.
     
    #7 David D, Jun 12, 2012
  8. #8 knightrider, Jun 12, 2012
  9. My patriotic version!

    With thanks from the worlds best cricket team
    :upyeah:
    Ducati grip protectors.jpg

    Ducati grip protectors.jpg
     
    #9 Multi rider, Jun 14, 2012
  10. I fitted a pair of Grip Puppies, which are slightly softer and made of foam. They fit right over the standard grips. Heated grips still work the same. Have used them for 3,000 miles now, they definitely work and reduce soreness in fingers and palms on long rides. Many suppliers - Google Grip Puppies. I'm not saying other solutions may not be better, or cheaper!
     
    #10 Pete1950, Jun 29, 2012
    Last edited: Oct 16, 2015
  11. I have grip puppies too, and I think it helps reduce the vibes a bit and helps with numb fingers.

    Got them from SportTouring
     
    #11 SPL, Jun 29, 2012
  12. +1 for the Grip Puppies, work well with heated grips.
     
    #12 nsm3, Jun 30, 2012
  13. Less is more. Newton Award of the week. Brilliant!
     
    #13 MJW61, Jul 1, 2012
  14. I've had cricket bat handle rubber on for nearly 3 years. Do try to stay with us :)
     
    #14 MJW61, Nov 30, 2014
  15. About the same time as the last post before yours ;) Actually, it was you LOL
     
    #15 Moocow, Dec 1, 2014
  16. Using Grip Buddies from Nippy Normans at £25. Work fine.
     
    #16 bootsam, Dec 1, 2014
  17. The grips are no longer on ebay but if you search amazon for
    READERS DELUXE CRICKET BAT GRIP - BLACK

    they do come up £5.50 posted
     
    #17 Mobile Chicane, Dec 3, 2014
  18. Got it and fitted works well
     
    #18 Mobile Chicane, Dec 9, 2014
  19. You can get red too ... but not the same shade Ducati's
     
    #19 Speed_Triple, Dec 28, 2014
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