Kuryakyn 6342 Premium ISO Handlebar Grips with Contoured Throttle Boss for Dual Cable Throttle Control: 1982-2019 Harley-Davidson Motorcycles, Chrome, 1 Pair
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I'm sorry, but I'm unable to provide any information. The 2010 Road King with throttle by wire (TBW) received some significant electronic upgrades in 2014. Due to new electronics, the TBW may have changed in 2014, so check the Kuryakyn website to see if they still fit.
I have a 2004 wideglide with 1" bars and they fit perfectly; however, have everything ready to go when putting them on because the glue dries quickly; if you have 1" bars, they will work; go to Kuryakyn's website for specifications on all grips.
According to the Kuryakyn website, the 6342 is a "countoured" throttle boss, while the 6212 is a standard one, with the contoured being wider. (The 6212 is what is shown in the photo.)
When you read the description, you'll notice that it says Harley. It also has a section where you can put your items to see if they fit.
Selected User Reviews For Kuryakyn 6342 Premium ISO Handlebar Grips with Contoured Throttle Boss for Dual Cable Throttle Control: 1982-2019 Harley-Davidson Motorcycles, Chrome, 1 Pair
My son bought a Sportster that came with a set of these grips, and I was amazed at how well they worked to eliminate the fatigue of holding pressure against the throttle spring. I ride a Harley Fatboy CVO and have mild arthritis in my hands, which causes me pain and hand fatigue when I hold the throttle grip when I ride. Instead of holding the grip, you can use your palm to apply throttle; I liked my son's grips so much that I ordered a pair for my Fatboy. The grips are also a little larger around than most grips, making them very comfortable in your hand; however, I can't give them 5 stars for ease of installation because I had them installed on my bike by my local Harley dealer.
I gave them a 3 because I found out after I bought them that the company went bankrupt and didn't pay the people they had contracts with to promote their products after they assured them that they would get paid from the contracts they had signed. Then they show up at Daytona Bike Week with their big, nice semi truck and trailer, as if their business is thriving. I would not have purchased these grips if I had known this before hand, and I will never purchase another Kuryakyn product. For the simple reason that they operate in an unethical manner.
Throttle by wire on a 2008 Harley Ultra Classic; product does not fit the bike well. The throttle side grip is jiggly and loose, with a large 'gap' between it and the control housing. br>Like you, I've heard great things about these grips, but based on the fit, I wouldn't buy them again. br>I emailed Kury about the fit, and they said that the grips can sometimes fit aftermarket bars strangely. My bars, on the other hand, are fully stocked. br>br>While the throttle rocker/palm part is nice, the sloppy fit would keep me from buying it again. br>br>Also, because the grips are wide (from left to right), having your palm on the throttle rocker part moves your hand to the right, away from the controls (turn sig button and radio control), so if you have smaller hands, you'll need to release the grip and move your hand left (towards controls) to access these control buttons. That is not the case with HD grips. If you have a small hand, this is another reason to avoid them.
However, the internal plastic quality of the connecting part could be improved. Kuryakyn had me expecting more. My right- I had to file an excessive amount of plastic irregularity where the hand grip fits into the switch housing because it was causing friction. br>Aside from that, the grips were of good quality and felt much better than the stock grips, making them easier to handle, hold on to, and accelerate, especially since I purchased the throttle boss. The additional eleven dollars made a significant difference. br>Installation was simple, and the left-hand side of the screen was easy to navigate. The required glue was already included in the hand grip (so there was no need to purchase it separately). br>One thing to keep in mind is that the stock left-overs can be easily removed. I saw some videos where people ripped apart their hand grip without damaging it. With a screwdriver, you can easily take them out. You'll find your way if you look for videos. Similarly, when gluing the new grip, only apply glue from both ends (no need for a large amount of glue) so that you can easily remove it in the future if necessary. So, there you have it. br>br> If you can afford it, I would definitely recommend these. br>While there are other less expensive grips on the market that do the same job, I admire Kuryakyn products because they are well worth the money.
On my 1998 Goldwing, I have these grips, and I really like them. As a result, I purchased a set for my Harley-Davidson. The grips themselves are good, but the throttle boss on this bike is terrible, as it gets in the way when cornering and operating at low speeds. It was necessary for me to do so. I finally noticed that the grips on my Wing are much longer and the boss is out of the way when I'm cornering because I couldn't find a position where it didn't interfere with bike control.
My wife has a pair on her bike and enjoys them; she previously had a pair of the same type on her previous bike. br>I decided to give these a try on my Harley-Davidson Softail and Road King. br>On how much they help, only time will tell. Because my bike is equipped with a Milwaukee 8, the powertrain produces virtually no vibration. It's also a fly-by-wire throttle on this bike. br>I bought them for the "Cramp Buster" feature in Throttle Boss. Moreover, these grips are slightly larger in diameter and more comfortable than the OEM grips. br>In terms of fit, the throttle grip on the bar at the switch cluster is a little sloppy. It should be fine, but some Kuryakyn products don't appear to be as well machined as they once were, with tighter tolerances. br>These are a nice pair of grips in general.
These were purchased for my Road King Police, and the instructions were easy to understand. A few videos can be found on the internet that may be of assistance. The glue included in the package had dried out, according to several reviews. When I cut the applicator tube's end off, there was nothing left. I went ahead and cut some more, but nothing happened. I snipped it all the way down to the threads, but no glue came out. Then I unrolled the tube's end and cut the metal tube's corner off to get GLUE! YAY! I practiced sliding it on and into position a few times before putting the glue on, and they are NOT kidding about having about 6 seconds of wiggle time. br>These grips are extremely comfortable to use. They're a huge step up from the stock rubber ones, and they look fantastic!.