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hot grips
does anyone have any experience with hot grips or similar aftermarket items. i cant handle the cost for bmw heated grips but do miss the toasty hands. what are your experiences?
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03-08-2009, 09:43 AM
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I like the heated grips best when it's a little cold out. When it gets colder and I go to the high setting, I'm not thrilled with my palms only being super warm. If I was riding in really cold weather frequently, I think I'd rather have a heated long-sleeve liner w/collar and gloves.
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03-08-2009, 09:54 AM
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I bought these for the wife's bike but I have not installed them yet.
http://www.dual-star.com/index2/Rider/heated_grip_kit1.htm $30 and they come with a different wattage for each side so they will feel the same. The stock BMW grips are warmer on the right side and cost $400+.
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03-08-2009, 12:58 PM
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I'm a big fan of Gerbing stuff and connectors from Eastern Beaver (the Gerbing coax connectors far better than SAE connectors).
But if you want warm grips, 35 feet of #31 AWG on each grip (you can lay it down four strands at a time), wired in series, with an MX033 "model train" 15 Amp DC controller (it is also a good choice as a Gerbing controller). Cover with elliptical cross-section cork rubber-impregnated bicycle handlebar wrap. Piece of cake. Last edited by Peter Parts; 03-08-2009 at 05:47 PM.. |
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