Handlebar Foam

The Scrambler has for long been the solution for many hardcore trail riders in need of venting urges to conquer more challenging terrain and pump more thrill out of a given trail. How? By simply continuing on, where buddies on their 2-stroke straight axle and good old chain driving just the back wheels type of quads, would be off of their rides, knee deep in something. Back then, this ride was taking sport quad riding into another dimension. Today, it might seem too simple in concept for some, but none can deny that it stays a very efficient platform to grow on for any hardcore trail rider. The Scrambler’s long lasting popularity is proof of that. Back when 4x4 capability was only reserved to square looking utility rides, the appeal of an all wheel drive sport quad was strong enough to build up quite a following for the Scrambler. When a formula works, it just does. In those days, we used to solely judge a ride’s coolness level on the amount of flying debris spewed by its rear wheels, no wonder the Scrambler idea caught on. More wheels spinning, more dirt flying, more riding and less pushing. That sounds good to me, as it did to many others through the years. These esthetic changes also fall over into the ergonomics side of things; as the whole seat, side panels and shape of these new plastics seem to accommodate a lot more people of different sizes and riding styles, with better form and more room to move. I really liked the floor boards with their very grippy sides that protrude out a little more than they used to. As for this all new seat, I don’t quite remember if I ever said that a good seat can be a decisive factor when it comes to choosing the right ride for yourself, but it is, very much so. This plushier, thicker and also longer seat is incredibly comfortable and effective all the time; even when you’re not really sitting on it, but rather using its side. This seat is so great that Polaris themselves , as well as other manufacturers, should pay close attention to it and maybe profit from its seemingly excellent shape, form and healthy amount of foam, when designing other models’ seats. This is truly one of the most comfortable quads to ride today because of it. Yes, this machine keeps its basic flair and that is mainly why it can remain so affordable.  Still, there are some very practical improvements to be appreciated about this updated Scrambler, revamped for the next generation of avid ATV’ers, like a larger capacity fuel tank, and the addition of a remote fuel gauge. The chassis was also modified a bit, the skid plates thickness was pumped up for better durability and they improved the engine mounting points locations for added strength in the whole package. The Scrambler’s ground clearance fell from 5.5 inches to 4.75, but that is mainly because of a fatter new eccentric chain skid protection, which is said to be much stronger and effective than before. I don’t consider this small loss in clearance to be of any concern on such a straight axle equipped ride. It’s bound to rub very often anyway, so might as well have it better equipped to handle the constant beating. The front bumper is also new and much improved and doubles as great handles to pull it out of the mud when needed.

Bike number 6 to be stolen since I've lived here in Toronto.

Men's Fuji Absolute 4.0
-Burgundy/copper colour
-21" frame (says it on the vertical bar that the seat post goes into)
-Has a distinct wear mark on the inner left handlebar where I used to hang my lock
-Stolen from a bike lock in front of my house on McCaul St. (it was locked with a Kryptonite New York Lock, so beware if you think those things are impenetrable!)
-The tip of the seat was torn and you could see the foam
-There was a trailer hitch for a Wike trailer on the quick release pin (go to Wike.com to see what it looks like)

Thanks to anyone who might see this, regardless if it leads to finding my bike...

Is it possible to remove handlebar grips foam so they can be reused?
What is the best way to remove them?

Posted by Anomaly 17 on 02.09

Doubtful. I had a bike with foam grips and they were almost stuck.

I never removed the moss, but when I worked in a bike shop, we used to draw air under the handle and who usually works out to sea.

Doubtful. I had a bike with foam grips and they were almost stuck.

I have a road bike Schwinn Sprint which I'm fixing up. Handlebar tape I bought for her last night.

Posted by Seahorse on 18.06

Put the tape on the foam is not lady like. I suggest either. The band is more similar to humans, the foam is more comfortable.

Looks like a hot chick!

You must wear a mustache!