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 A mistake I'll never make again
I wanted to get some foam grips for Fred. I watched videos on how easy they are to install. I bought some off Amazon, because I buy so much stuff off Amazon. Well, the grips I bought were too small. I didn't realize it until I tried putting them on Fred. I tried for about 20 minutes before giving up. I went thru much more hand sanitizer than I should have. I finally went to CanamSpyderAccessories.com and decided to buy another pair of foam grips. I got those yesterday and installed them in about 5 minutes.
I learned I will not EVER buy anything that does not say it fits my RT. BTW, I feel like an idiot for making such a newb mistake in the first place.
Fred is a 2010 RT SM5 - Sold.
I am not a mechanic. When I have a tool in my hand, 911 needs to be on Standby.
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Hahaha.......if making that mistake is your definition of an idiot, I’ll join your idiots club as a senior member, Iridenow 
Pete
Harrington, Australia
2021 RT Limited
Setup for Tall & Big.... 200cm/6'7", 140kg/300lbs, 37"inleg.
HeliBars Handlebars
Brake rubber removed to lower pedal for easier long leg/Size 15 EEEEW boot access.
Ikon (Aussie) shocks all round.
Russell Daylong seat 2” taller than stock (in Sunbrella for Aussie heat & water resistance)
Goodyear Duragrip 165/60 fronts (18psi) - provides extra 1/2” ground clearance.
Kenda Kanine rear.
2021 RT Limited , Brake pedal rubber removed for ease of accessing pedal with size 15 boots. Red
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2019 RTL Asphalt Gray 
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Our sponsors have tested their products on Spyders and have worked out the bugs. The ones I have dealt with give excellent service. I learned that the hard way also.
2011 RTS (Sold to a very nice lady)
1998 Honda Valkyrie
2006 Mustang GT. Varooooom!
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Experience is recognizing the same mistake every time you make it!  
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 Originally Posted by iridenow
I wanted to get some foam grips for Fred. I watched videos on how easy they are to install. I bought some off Amazon, because I buy so much stuff off Amazon. Well, the grips I bought were too small. I didn't realize it until I tried putting them on Fred. I tried for about 20 minutes before giving up. I went thru much more hand sanitizer than I should have. I finally went to CanamSpyderAccessories.com and decided to buy another pair of foam grips. I got those yesterday and installed them in about 5 minutes.
I learned I will not EVER buy anything that does not say it fits my RT. BTW, I feel like an idiot for making such a newb mistake in the first place.
Welcome to the club. And...it is a very large one. Some just don't want to admit belonging. 
 
Currently Owned: 2019 F3 Limited, 2020 F3 Limited: SOLD BOTH LIMITEDS in October of 2023.
Previously : 2008 GS-SM5 (silver), 2009 RS-SE5 (red), 2010 RT-S Premier Editon #474 (black) 2011 RT A&C SE5 (magnesium) 2014 RTS-SE6 (yellow)
MY FINAL TALLY: 7 Spyders, 15 years, 205,500 miles
IT HAS BEEN A LONG, WONDERFUL, AND FUN RIDE.
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We all make mistakes. I bought my foam grips from Lamonster and they are great.
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I made the same error. I might hafta buy another set, last years are getting a little ripe.
2015 RTS SE6 Special Series Red/Black w/Magnesium front fenders(bought in Nov. 2018 w/9,400 miles)
Dynojet Power Commander V, Power Commander POD-300 Display, PCV Map Switch, Pedal Commander (WOW)
Passenger Arm Rests, Windshield Air Wing
Baja Ron's Sway Bar & Spring Adjusters
Air Scoops, LaMonster's Hiway Pegs
Magnetic Mirror Mounts, Air Innovations Seat Cushion
Red Chrome pin striping on Black hood
Federal Formoza AZ01 front tires (they're GREAT)
Kumho Ecsta AST KU25 All-Season Tire - 225/50R15 91H
LED bars above radiator inlets
LED brake/running/turn signals on license plate frame
Tag-Along trailer
LED headlights LED fog lights (WOW)
2" x 2" Road Lights inside front fenders
7' x 10' Cargo trailer
Garmin 396 LM GPS
RLS Cat-delete resonator with China Akropovic muffler
New Banshee AGM
M3 TPMS on front tires
Remote Control for Heated Jacket and Heated Riding Pants
Analog Clock and Analog Volt Meter
Loose Nut Behind Handlebars 
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Worst part is when you are not sure if the issue is parts not fitting, or your own skills lacking. I've gone down that road several times. Great that you didnt give up and managed to sort it out 
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So you bought bicycle grips? I have used Amazon and never had a issue, read the description first before punching the buy it now button!
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Circumference wise, these fit perfect. Just need to cut them down a touch in length.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Grab-On-Uni...72.m2749.l2649
2022 RT Sea To Sky
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Originally Posted by Greven
Worst part is when you are not sure if the issue is parts not fitting, or your own skills lacking. I've gone down that road several times. Great that you didnt give up and managed to sort it out
And it was only an $8 mistake.
Fred is a 2010 RT SM5 - Sold.
I am not a mechanic. When I have a tool in my hand, 911 needs to be on Standby.
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Originally Posted by Nobodyjj
So you bought bicycle grips? I have used Amazon and never had a issue, read the description first before punching the buy it now button!
Being relatively new to motorcycles, I actually thought the manufacturer's hand grips were a standard size across all motorcycles, so the foam grips would all work. The ones I bought were a bit smaller circumference size. Therefore, way more difficult to install them on Fred.
Fred is a 2010 RT SM5 - Sold.
I am not a mechanic. When I have a tool in my hand, 911 needs to be on Standby.
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I have ran foam grips for years. Installing them with soap or hand sanitizer is the hard way to install. I use an air hose with a 6" nozzle. Place the end of the foam grip on the end of the bar then pinch the grip on the opposite end with the air nozzle. Hit the air and give them a push. 2 seconds later all you need to do is make a final adjustment and you are done. No sloppy mess to clean up.
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I WRAPPED MINE WITH PARA-CORD....
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i didn't like the feel of the OEM RUBBER.... plus my hands are of a larger size, and this compliments both my needs....
Dan
Easley, SC
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