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If you still have an unacceptable amount of vibration after you've tried the above stuff, try one or more of these:  
If you still have an unacceptable amount of vibration after you've tried the above stuff, try one or more of these:  
*'''Bar ends:''' Try using heavier [http://faq.ninja250.org/wiki/Removing_%26_replacing_bar_ends#A_couple_things_to_think_about bar ends].
*'''Stock footpegs:''' The stock pegs, with rubber under the foot, are usually less prone to letting vibration pass than are aftermarket all-metal replacements. If you've switched to aluminum pegs, switch back.
*'''[[I want to get some new grips|Gel grips]]:''' This is a standard replacement for a lot of riders. Will reduce vibration somewhat - individual opinion varies. Give better feedback and control of the bars than the thicker foam grips.
*'''Foam grips:''' One option is [http://www.casporttouring.com/store/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=GPSMALL&Category_Code=grips Grip Puppies], which are foam pads that slip over standard grips. There are lots of other brands of foam grips, such as these from [http://www.bikemaster.com/bmstrv2.nsf/home?openform BikeMaster]. Look on eBay, at a shop, or online.


*Lead: Fill your bars with lead, which could be BB shot used for shotguns or sinkers used for fishing.
:[[image:foam grips.jpg|100px]]
*Bar ends: Try using heavier [http://faq.ninja250.org/wiki/Removing_%26_replacing_bar_ends#A_couple_things_to_think_about bar ends].
*Stock footpegs: The stock pegs, with rubber under the foot, are usually less prone to letting vibration pass than are aftermarket all-metal replacements. If you've switched to aluminum pegs, switch back.
*Gel grips: May help somewhat. Give better feedback and control of the bars than the thicker foam grips.  
*Foam grips: One option is [http://www.casporttouring.com/store/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=GPSMALL&Category_Code=grips Grip Puppies], which are foam pads that slip over standard grips. There are also lots of brands of foam grips; these are from [http://www.bikemaster.com/bmstrv2.nsf/home?openform bikemaster]:


[[image:foam grips.jpg|150px]]
:'''Foam grips - advantages and disadvantages'''


Look on eBay, at a shop, or online. Advantages and disadvantages:
:'''Pro'''


'''Pro'''
:*They increase diameter somewhat, which some people find advantageous for long distance riding, as less grip effort is required to maintain throttle.


*They increase diameter somewhat, which some people find advantageous for long distance riding, as less grip effort is required to maintain throttle.
:*They're well-padded, which is the reason for buying them.  


*They're well-padded, which is the reason for buying them.
:'''Con'''


'''Con'''
:*They increase diameter somewhat, which some people find causes hand pain.
:*They have less resistance to weathering.
:*They hold water like a sponge.


*They increase diameter somewhat, which some people find causes hand pain.
:You probably only want foam grips if you commute or tour exclusively. The extra squishiness might not relay enough feedback for sport riding. Or it might, for you. It won't cost much to find out.
*They have less resistance to weathering.
*They hold water like a sponge.
 
You probably only want foam grips if you commute or tour exclusively. The extra squishiness doesn't relay a lot of feedback for sport riding.
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