Need a recomendation on a throttle tube replacement

[drkhorse]

Hey everyone I just replaced the stock grips on my 2009 ducati monster 696  with some comfy gel ones. But the new grips don't cover that plastic lip on the throttle tube near the controls (see photo). It doesn't effect the performance of the grips but its looks pretty bad. So I figure I need to replace the stock throttle tube now.

Does anyone have any recommendations on what throttle tube I should get? Which are compatible with my 696? Are their different tube types that effect the performance of acceleration for better or worse?

Thanks!

[corey]

I've heard of a few guys that have had great results from the G2 throttle tamer.
Looks to be a quality product, and has some throttle control benefits from what I understand.
Has these fancy delrin bushings/bearings at each end of the tube that supposedly give it an ultra-smooth feel
Check it: http://www.g2ergo.com/

Seems like there are some interchangeable cams to choose from, and they also have a nice selection of "domino" brand grips on the G2 site that no doubt work perfectly with their throttle tubes.

I keep meaning to buy one of these, but every time I go to purchase, something else comes up for the bike (like a $550 repair bill for a locked gear shifter)...

It's also made in the USA, which is always a plus for me. 

[Raux]

I have the same issue.

I picked up the tamer but haven't put it on yet.

but yeah, pisses me off that no one makes a direct fit replacement for the stock grip.

[scooterd145]

I used the G2 on my S2R and it was real nice. I have not used it on my M1100, but do use the Driven grips. I dont even notice this issue anymore though and no one has ever said anything about it to me so I dont worry about it.

Scott

[theprocess]

I like the oem grips. Had the gel grips on for about 2 rides and felt more vibration with them so I switched back to oem, maybe the harder rubber absorbs more vibration? Anyhow, obviously no fitment issues with the oem grips.

Edit: Pro Grip 719. They have an indent that the lip fits in to so not as exposed as the pic above. The oem grip fits over the lip.



If anyone wants to try these I'll give them away for free if you cover the shipping. PM me your full mailing address.
[And if you like them you can send me your oem grips  . Not required but would be appreciated]

[Raux]

I like the oem grips. Had the gel grips on for about 2 rides and felt more vibration with them so I switched back to oem, maybe the harder rubber absorbs more vibration? Anyhow, obviously no fitment issues with the oem grips.

yeah i've been thinking the same
my progrips are twisting on the bars and pretty much shredding apart.

[theprocess]

Does anyone have any recommendations on what throttle tube I should get? Which are compatible with my 696? Are their different tube types that effect the performance of acceleration for better or worse?

Rizoma makes these universal billet grips http://www.motovationusa.com/mvstore/Scripts/prodView.asp?idproduct=371

Those must be some pretty sweet gel grips if you're willing to swap out the (more expensive) throttle tube over finding some grips that actually fit.