Step 3: Removing and replacing left grip



This went a lot easier than I thought it would be. I'm glad because this was the part I was most worried about.



I went to the Suzuki dealership to buy some grip glue and I asked the guy at the parts counter if he had any tips for removing the old grip. He said the best way was with an air compressor because you could use it to break the seal of the old glue. He asked if I knew anyone with an air compressor and I said no. He said, "Good luck!"



I went home and used the technique that the installation sheet showed: insert a screwdriver (or similar tool) between the grip and the bar, pry it open and spray a de-greaser in between. First, I ran the screwdriver all around to break up the glue as much as I could. At that point, the grip was loose, but still very hard to pull off. However, as soon as I sprayed in some WD-40 the entire thing just slid off with a simple pull. Then I used Goo-Gone to clean the rest of the glue off.



The included O-ring slides on to the bar first. When I tried a test fit with the heated grip it felt really tight and I didn't think I could get it on with one movement and without using force, both things the installation instructions emphasized so not to damage the wiring in the grip. Luckily enough the new glue acted like a lubricant. It was thick but much more fluid than I was expecting. It basically had the consistency of rubber cement and after applying it generously to the bar and the grip, I was able to slide it on with no problem.



The glue that I bought states not to touch the grip for 8 hours so I'm letting it sit overnight.



Pictures coming soon.



Step 4: Run the wires and plug the connectors.... Coming soon.