I need to reduce the vibration in my handlebars.  Too many years of waitressing has left me with minor carpal-tunnel symptoms, which worsen on long rides with my new ( 500 miles so far ) 2005 S40.  I read somewhere that the S40 has welded in vibration dampeners, thus making a Barsnake impossible.  Is this correct?  If so, can they be removed to make way for the Barsnake, and is this even worth it ?  I've read that the Kuryakyn grips dampen vibration significantly.  I do have some budgetary constraints and must pick one or the other option.  Which is the better way to go?  Any help would be greatly appreciated !

Thanks,

Sarah

I haven't been able to run with my Kuryakyn grips yet but have used similiar ones on a HD and they are very comfortable.   I went that way for size rather than an vibration concerns. IMHO any bar vibration indicates other problems.  Experience tells me to double check all the engine mount fasterners for correct tightness, make sure the tires, especially the front is balanced or that on your new bike the weight(s) haven't been knocked off. Yes the bar is already plugged so a bar snake isn't a easy option. They also sell gel palm gloves that some folks say helps. Olympia Glove I think, depending on your hand size and taste, I have a set I'll give you if it will help. Size is X/L,black with gaunlet. leave me a psersonal message if they will work for you. Max

I have had my Kuryakyn grips for over a year now and they are awesome.  I cant feel any vibration and I can see my bike shakin a lil at stoplights.  ALso, u can get kewl attachments for it like the throttle boss, endcaps, leather fringe, and even a helmet lock.  The only thing u have to do is cut down the ridges on the throttle sleeve so it will fit snug and use the glue provided with em.

I found mine on ebaymotors for a great price.  good luck

Hello Sarah,

yes the S40 has something in those bars, we looked, does not appear removable, or at least easily.

The Kuryakyn grips are great,  I , too have minor carpal tunnel and the Kuryakyn grips are larger in diameter than stock which eases my grip.

After the first 1000 miles or so of riding my carpal tunnel eased on its own, I did wear wrist braces on rides for a short time.  I think the initial stress of clutch lever gripping and wrapping my fingers around the stock grips just aggravated mine for a while.

I'm so glad to be riding I don't even notice vibrating handlebars. 8)

i installed a throttle rocker, cause i have carpel to. $10.00 most places. allows my wrist to do the work so i don't grip so hard. give'em a try.

babbalou wrote on 12/31/69 at 16:00:04:


Oops... I mean the inside diameter of the grip coz I want to change it and don't know what to buy.  I think it is 1" and 7/8". Am I right?

I put on the Iso grips too, with the throttle boss.  Really feels great for me