How do I install the Perfomance Machine Grips?
- Thread starter skcm2006
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Nice looking grips...unfortunately when looking on the Internet regarding fitment two things stand out...
1.) Trying to fit them on anything more recent that 2007, there is no cross reference or listing.
2.) Others have had the same problem with the grips fitting loose with play in the throttle side.
1.) Trying to fit them on anything more recent that 2007, there is no cross reference or listing.
2.) Others have had the same problem with the grips fitting loose with play in the throttle side.
whatyardwork
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Unless theres an upgraded version whe're not aware of..looks lik NEWHD has you covered.
skcm2006
Member
I now have the instructions to do this - they seem pretty easy but I do have one question which the instructions do not address - if I have cruise control is there anything special I have to do or do I just undo the controls infront of the grip and pull off and put on for the throttle? Before I jump on this tonight, any thoughts, tips or suggestions?
I called Performance Machine Tech Services and spoke with Rick, he said the fly by wire is very simple and that I don't have to worry about cruise control. Just take my time, be gentle taking it off and make sure I use the right torque to put the controls back on. He said the harders part to putting on these grips is drilling the little divet for the left grip which he strongly recommends doing. I am going to do this tonight so I will let you know how it goes, plus I save $40 in labor and time as well as turning my own wrench... Momma would be so proud LOL
Although not a major mechanical accomplishment but I can proudly say - I DID IT! I thought it was going to be so much harder than it was. Just re-read the instruction, got my tools together and took my time. The best thing is I know it is done right and I learned a little more about my bike. Plus I saved $40 in labor by doing it myself - Momma would be proud!
I called Performance Machine Tech Services and spoke with Rick, he said the fly by wire is very simple and that I don't have to worry about cruise control. Just take my time, be gentle taking it off and make sure I use the right torque to put the controls back on. He said the harders part to putting on these grips is drilling the little divet for the left grip which he strongly recommends doing. I am going to do this tonight so I will let you know how it goes, plus I save $40 in labor and time as well as turning my own wrench... Momma would be so proud LOL
Although not a major mechanical accomplishment but I can proudly say - I DID IT! I thought it was going to be so much harder than it was. Just re-read the instruction, got my tools together and took my time. The best thing is I know it is done right and I learned a little more about my bike. Plus I saved $40 in labor by doing it myself - Momma would be proud!
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skcm2006
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This number was a huge help - thanks!
89 FXRS
Active Member
You're welcome and I'm glad you got it done by yourself.