1926 AJS G8 - handlebar grips
Posted: Mon Jun 21, 2021 12:39 pm
Hello, folks. I have finally achieved an ambition to own a flat tanker As in the title it's a 1926 AJS G8 - ohv 500cc. It has belonged to a mate for the last 45 years and during that time has travelled far and wide and not once let him down - including 3 trips to the IOM, by road, not trailered. Only advancing years has prompted the sale and I have been chosen as the next custodian, though I doubt very much whether I'll achieve the 45 year record set by the PO
It's currently fitted with later wheels/rims so that modern tyres can be used, though I do have the original rims shod with Dunlop Cord tyres , carbide lamps/generator and pillion seat, all of which will be fitted in due course. I'm currently refitting the original twist grip mechanism and internal cable - a much later one has been fitted. I have all the parts which I am currently fettling to create a nice smooth feel to it.
My initial question is regarding the handlebar grips. Under the insulating tape that binds them now is what looks like a very degraded rubber covering. Was this rubber bonded to the twist grip tube and are new replacements available? My initial thoughts were to use something like leather bar tape as used on bicycles.
Steve
It's currently fitted with later wheels/rims so that modern tyres can be used, though I do have the original rims shod with Dunlop Cord tyres , carbide lamps/generator and pillion seat, all of which will be fitted in due course. I'm currently refitting the original twist grip mechanism and internal cable - a much later one has been fitted. I have all the parts which I am currently fettling to create a nice smooth feel to it.
My initial question is regarding the handlebar grips. Under the insulating tape that binds them now is what looks like a very degraded rubber covering. Was this rubber bonded to the twist grip tube and are new replacements available? My initial thoughts were to use something like leather bar tape as used on bicycles.
Steve