jam911
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Post by jam911 on Apr 18, 2021 20:38:22 GMT 1
I would like to paint my handlebars as they are looking a bit tatty.
I am after another idiot guide please...
How do I remove the handlebar grips?
Do I use paint stripper on the bars or sand them?
Thank you
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Post by abar121 on Apr 18, 2021 20:58:48 GMT 1
I usually just cut them off carefully.
If you want to reuse 'em, you can usually loosen them up with a small screwdriver. Take off the switchgear / controls and work it between the bar and the grips from the inside.
If the existing paint is flaky / not stable or uneven, strip it. Otherwise a light sand will do and a respray, then lacquer. Hycote paint works well.
Tape off the section for the throttle twist grip, as you don't want to build that up. Otherwise the throttle will get stuck.
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