Next silly question on the handlebars

[AllenTC2]

Looking at my risers, I see smooth, round-looking things instead of hex heads. I assume these are covers of some kind. How do I get these out?

[krussell]

Carefully pull them out with some needle nose pliers. They don't take much effort. I have a pair that are rubber tipped, you can also wrap them with tape to avoid scratching.

[greywolf]

The covers are chromed plastic. Just slip a knife blade under the edge and pry up. They'll pop right off.

[Heavy]

Get out the propane torch you use for soldering. Heat the covers with the direct flame and they will, eventually, disappear. :D

[rjsurfer]

They also disappear when you use a knife blade to flick them off.:angel_13:

Ron W.

[AllenTC2]

Cool.....should I make an effort to keep them? Is it just an appearance thing, or would not having them allow rust to show up, etc.?

[greywolf]

Appearance only is involved. There is no protection.