Pazzos and Grip Puppies Installed

[nimzotech]

Here is a nice addition to the bike:




The pazzos have really been helpful in smoothing the clutch and front brake. The Grip Puppies on the other hand make the ride more comfortable by eliminating some of the vibrations transfered to the hand and arms from the handlebars.

 

[VEGASRIDER]

Where did you get the grips and how much did they run? You are like Jonac, but you are U.S. version, the mods just keep on coming.

 

[nimzotech]

The grip puppies are a great and cheap (at around $8.50) mod to do. They are available here: Grip Puppies ™- Small. For bikes with 1.25" to 1.45" diameter grips.: Motorcycle Accessories from California Sport Touring, Inc.

You want the small version.:thumbup: They had them delivered by day 3, very good service.

 

[VEGASRIDER]

Do you find that the grips make the bars kind of thick. In other words, can you tell the diffence as far as thickness after putting on the grips. I'm afraid that it will make my grip a bit thicker, it might effect my handling of the bike. I don't have the largest hands you know, I can't even grip the basketball with one hand.

 

[nimzotech]

All it took was about one or two rides for me to get used to them. I like how they can dampen the vibrations. I also can not grab a basket ball with one hand, but then again I suck at basketball. If they are not good then simply take them off. Grip Puppies are under $10 after all ;-)

 

[armystrong]

How difficult is the install on the Pazzo levers? Do they cause you to engage the brake and clutch with a couple of fingers or do you use your entire hand. They just look so small.
I ride with Grip Puppies and like the feel. I have larger hands and they fit me perfect.

 

[reiobard]

looks good, those grip puppies look like you wrapped your grips in little pillows, I am interested in how well the hold up to wear and tear since they are so porous and soft

 

[Postal1979]

The brake he has is a shortie and his clutch is long.. you can buy them any size you want. The sets come how you want them.. long Brake, long clutch..long brake short clutch....short brake, long clutch... short brake,short clutch.

 

[steveindenmark]

Are the grip puppies tight to the touch.

The stock grips are shaped and I assume the grip puppies are just straight foam tubes when you get them. So in theory they should not fit the contours of the grip which makes me think they may sag a bit.

Steve

 

[armystrong]

Nope they dont sag at all. Fit tight and don't slip. It seems like after a bit of use they become more and more comfortable. I've had them on for about a month and no serious wear and tear (bikes stored in garage). We'll see how long they hold up.

 

[nimzotech]

The brake he has is a shortie and his clutch is long.. you can buy them any size you want. The sets come how you want them.. long Brake, long clutch..long brake short clutch....short brake, long clutch... short brake,short clutch.

Actually I have both Pazzo Shorties :thumbup::thumbup:
I guess the angle of the clutch made it seem longer. Being 6ft tall, I have large size hands; at least that is the glove size. I have no problems with ever "missing the front break" or being unsafe. In fact I feel like my riding has gotten much smoother thanks to the Pazzos.

 

[reiobard]

i might try these grips if they seem like they will hold up, my bike is stored in a garage 90% of the time too. I wonder how they would work with the grip heaters..


and i still love Pazzo's... I just need to get some money to get some.

 

[madmanmaigret]

Nimzo, do you have any advise on how to choose wether you want long or shorties? do you wish either of them would have been long ones? after long rides? Thanks

 

[marke14]

May I inquire as to where you purchased your Pazzo levers? I can't find any that are sold as "for the FZ6" ... KneeDraggers has some for the FZ1 but I am not sure if they will fit?

 

[nimzotech]

May I inquire as to where you purchased your Pazzo levers? I can't find any that are sold as "for the FZ6" ... KneeDraggers has some for the FZ1 but I am not sure if they will fit?

I got mine at solomotoparts.com : Pazzo Levers for FZ6 04-08 :: Hand Controls & Levers :: Solo Moto Parts

 

[nimzotech]

Nimzo, do you have any advise on how to choose wether you want long or shorties? do you wish either of them would have been long ones? after long rides? Thanks

I am perfectly fine with the shorties. There was no moment in time (even on longer rides) that I felt less safe. In fact the opposite is true, I feel more in control with the Pazzos installed, even the shorties ;-) :rockon::rockon::rockon:

 

[Hellgate]

I installed a similar grip a couple of weeks ago and really like them. It did take a few rides to get used to but I really like them now. I toured on them this weekend and they made a huge difference. I have less cramping in my right hand because the larger grip makes it easier to hold the throttle for a long time.

Pazzos, love them! Can't go wrong with them.

 

[BH17]

Just ordered some grip puppies. I hope they work out great! Also thinking about the pazzo shorties..

 

[Oranje]

I've bought from California Sport Touring before...great company, great prices. I ordered some of those grips...I've needed some new ones.

 

[nimzotech]

So how do ya like the grip puppies?