ESI grips, remove and refit

DodgeT
DodgeT Posts: 2,255
edited March 2013 in MTB workshop & tech
Got a pair of these already fitted on some carbon bars, great grips!
Fitting some new brakes and shifter so need to remove, hopefully without damaging either bars or grips as want to reuse them.
Any specific tips? Guessing something not sharp like a cable tie end to get under them, then get some IPA in there and twist?

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  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    Depends how they've been fitted and what adhesive (if any) used. Probably hairspray in which case yes, something not sharp to slide in, followed by a little water. Don't pull the grips off, as you pull they neck down gripping the bars tighter, loosen the nearest control and use it to push the grips off, pulling on the grip at the same to stop them rucking up.
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.
  • DodgeT
    DodgeT Posts: 2,255
    Fitted as per the instructions, just wiped the bars and inside of grips with ipa, slid on easily, stayed rock solid.
  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    OK, same principle applies anyway!
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.
  • DodgeT
    DodgeT Posts: 2,255
    Cheers

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