Throttle Controls
About Throttle Controls
The throttle is the control you hold all day, so the sleeve and grips around it wear smooth, crack or loosen before most other bar controls. Riders replace worn parts, and also change grips and bars for comfort or a different look.
The category lists several kinds of parts. There are replacement throttle sleeves and a billet throttle lever, plus lock-on grips, which clamp to the bar instead of being glued, and grips with a throttle tube for single-cable setups. Alumicore grips are listed for throttle-by-wire (TBW) systems. Handlebars are also here, including Monkey drag bars, pre-wired bars in sizes such as 10, 12 and 14 inches, and a Performance Machine bar and riser kit with internal wiring.
Match the throttle type first: a cable throttle and a ride-by-wire throttle need different grips and tubes. Then match the bar diameter, and for bars check the listing for width, height and wiring. Brands here include Domino, Biltwell, Motion Pro, Performance Machine (PM) and Paul Yaffe Bagger Nation. For other controls, see Hand Brake Levers, Clutch Levers and Other Hand & Foot Controls, all in Hand & Foot Controls.
FAQs on throttle grips and handlebars
What is the difference between cable and ride-by-wire throttle grips?
A cable throttle pulls a cable when you twist the grip, while a ride-by-wire system reads the twist with a sensor. Grips and tubes made for one type will not necessarily work on the other, so choose the one listed for your throttle.
How do lock-on grips stay on?
A lock-on grip clamps to the bar with a collar and screw instead of glue. That makes it easy to remove and refit and keeps it from spinning on the bar. The throttle side still fits over the throttle tube.
Why does my throttle stick or feel slow to snap back?
The usual causes are a dry or dirty cable, a worn sleeve, or a grip rubbing the lever housing. Clean and lubricate the cable, check the sleeve, and leave a small gap between grip and housing. Fix it before riding.
What should I measure before buying new handlebars?
Check the bar diameter, the width and the height or rise, and make sure the cables, brake lines and wiring have enough length to reach. Bar sizes are listed in the title, so compare them with your current bar.
