540xp handle size/vibration

[Mark Wileman]

Hey,

 

Been using my new 540 for a couple of days now, it's got the stock (L) grip on it. My hand is numb as hell, much worse than it ever has been using a 201 or my cheap timberpro top handle (which has terrible vibration).

 

Just wondering if anyone is using the larger/smaller grips on their 540, and if it makes a difference for better or worse? I think the issue might be I'm having to grip the saw too much because i'm not using the XL grip?

 

The saw runs fine and I don't notice any serious vibration, any ideas?

 

Cheers, Mark

[MattyF]

I’ve found the 540 one of the best top handles for anti vibes ... unless I’ve filled the rakers down too much ! Have you checked over the springs to see if they have broken ? I can’t see the grip being the problem unless a spring has snapped or is seriously bent.

[Scott95]

Seems feasible to me.  If you have large hands then its going to take more effort to hold a smaller handle.  Much like dropping a rope diameter.

Not had any vibration issues with mine I have to say

[Stubby]

Hardly ever use mine now a days but to be fair I have never noticed any vibes . Maybe as others have said there is another issue ....... 

[Husqvarna King]

My MK1 540 only vibes like that when I take the rakers down too much, rips through the wood though!

[Mark Wileman]

Yeah the vibes seem fine when using it, I think it's the different handle size thats making me grip more.

 

I'll have a test with different grips.

 

Thanks.