How do I clean the dirty “sticky” handgrips on my bike?

try Dawn

Hi Donna, I think what is happening is your handles are degrading. Try using a wax on them to give them back a finish. or replace them..........

I have the same problem with my steering wheel in the summer... sun screen and sweat are the problem.....you may have to replace them or wrap them with a leather cording (Tandy.com) or a handle bar tape... Google Search: how to wrap bicycle handle bars.... and follow the links

Unfortunately they probably need replaced. The stickiness usually means the rubber is rotting. The only other option I see is wrapping them with tape. On the other hand these handgrips are pretty cheap to replace.

Hi Donna, they are likely made of a rubbery material that is supposed to feel slightly sticky so your hands don't slip off, but to get anything sticky that shouldn't be on them, try using baking soda and water to make a paste and scrub well with that using a kitchen scrubber, then rinse well with vinegar. That should remove any grease, etc. that still adheres to them since you've already scrubbed well.

Use Goo Gone and a cloth. WD40 will also work. Just make sure you clean the WD40 off or the grips can be slippery.

Try a talc! Worked great for me!