Heated grips (again!!)
Posted: Mon Dec 17, 2007 4:10 pm
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

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