Heated grips (again!!)

[skiddy boxers]

Unlike many others it seems mine have caused no trouble so far (goes and hugs a tree ) but I've just noticed that the rubber on the LH grip has split, exposing the element.

I've not seen this mentioned as a problem before so I wonder if one of you guys who've done a replacement can answer me a couple of questions

Is it possible just to replace the grip and can it be replaced by any grip or does it have to be BMW parts? I quite fancy some coloured grips while I'm at it.

If the grip alone can be replaced how delicate is the wiring underneath and do I need to take any special care?

If it comes down to having a complete new heated grip I might just splodge some silicone into the split and make do until it gives up completely

Thanks guys

Nick

[snavetrauts]

Skiddy.. It must be your riding style.... hanging on for grim death.

Stuart

[skiddy boxers]

stuart, I didn't realise that you'd seen me ride

Seriously can anyone help with this

[Paul]

Skiddy,

Take a look at the last post in this thread from POB, who has had the same problem as you with splitting grips.

cheers,

Paul

[skiddy boxers]

Thanks Paul

Superglue seems a bit drastic But may well resort to silicon sealant which should do the same job hopefully.

Nick

[big rob]

Hi Nick,
the grips on my bike suffered the same fate as the ones on your bike. I got new grips (non BMW) from Motorworks, however, they did advise that I should buy 2 pairs Motorworks recommended fitting the throttle grip on both sides as the element has quite a dimension.
The grips were a doddle to fit and didn't damage the heating element.
I've had them on the bike for 6-months now and am well chuffed with them.

Does anyone have a requirement for 2 LH grips?

Good luck,
Rob.

[skiddy boxers]

Thanks Rob

Just the sort of reply I was after. I'll be calling Motorworks in the new year.

Nick