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With the purchase of a new set
of aftermarket handlebars we need some replacement grips.
Anyone that has replaced their grips knows the pains of
keeping their grips in place. Some people swear
by messy grip glue and even everyday over the counter
hairspray. Both of these methods are messy
and have disappointing results. What are our options
though? Well we heard about a Lock-On Grip system from ODI.
ODI makes grips for many applications including, Motorcycle,
ATV, Personal Watercraft, and Bicycles. They offer a couple of
different styles of grips. Their unique patented grip lock
system includes two billet aluminum rings that clamp the grip
to the handlebars.
We contacted Blowsion Kustom
Design and ordered a set of the ODI Lock-On Grips in the 103mm
Ruffian flangeless style. These are actually marketed for
watercraft. We received our grips from UPS in a
few days. You can also order them direct from ODI via their Website.
The retail price for the complete starter set is $19.99 plus
shipping. ODI offers an optional Billet Aluminum end Cap as
well. The retail price for these are $11.19 plus shipping.
Installation of the grips
was very straight forward and simple. You attach the billet
clamp rings on each end of the grips and slide them onto your
handlebars. Once the position is set where the outside end of
the grip is flush with the handlebar you tighten the clamping
rings with an Allen Wrench. Insert the end cap into your
handlebars and tighten the Phillips Screw to secure it. That
is all there is to it. No messy glues or drying time.
Do they turn? We grabbed one
of the installed grips with both hands and tried to rotate the
grip. Did it turn? No it did not. It does exactly what ODI
claims. It locks on. We think that the grips are a little on
the pricey side since replacement grips are priced at $17.99
plus shipping.
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