FlaDave
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I just installed a set of Oxford's and they work great.
$75 versus $400 for the OEM's is a no-brainer.
$75 versus $400 for the OEM's is a no-brainer.
Heated grips - factory or aftermarket - what do you think?
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Agree.JustPlainDave said:
Very happy with my Oxfords.
yamabob
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I have the Oxfords also and like them a lot. Plus they're priced right. I found mine for 50 bucks.
Obrianmcc
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I have ran the Aerostitch Grip Wraps a little bit now and they seem to work well. They are a good cheap alternative to try out heated grips before making a more permenant investment…. and they can transfer over to another bike easily.
However …. I have found that with my relatively short commute (10 min) …. if I run the grips for as little as 5 min I need to put the bike on the charger when I get home.
However …. I have found that with my relatively short commute (10 min) …. if I run the grips for as little as 5 min I need to put the bike on the charger when I get home.
Installed Oxford Heated Grips, Adventure model
Tech Details
Usage
The wire "hanging down" doesn't touch the tank, but my tank bag may be close at full lock
Notes
There is plenty of wire. I tucked most of it behind the right side fairing wrapped in plastic flex conduit and maybe a zip tie or two.
The exposed wires, from the grips, are pretty much routed with the stock cabling, in front of and under the steering head.
Maybe I'll try to cover the exposed end of the throttle tube...
Tech Details
- Wired to FZ1 power distribution box, switched, 5 amp
- Bent and drilled the Oxford mounting plate to fit on a Ram Ball Mount
- The Adventure grips are longer than the standard units and still a bit short on the Ténéré
- The grips are oriented with the logo facing up, "wire plug" underneath the grip and facing rearward. This clears the levers.
Usage
- The grips heat well.
- The 4-level heat control is just right. 30, 40, 75, or 100%
- The control is easy to use.
- Each level has it's own color LED, so very easy to tell what level you're on
The wire "hanging down" doesn't touch the tank, but my tank bag may be close at full lock
Notes
There is plenty of wire. I tucked most of it behind the right side fairing wrapped in plastic flex conduit and maybe a zip tie or two.
The exposed wires, from the grips, are pretty much routed with the stock cabling, in front of and under the steering head.
Maybe I'll try to cover the exposed end of the throttle tube...
Those look like the oxford sport grips. I'm certain the oxford adventure grips are longer than that.
Anyone with more familiarity with these heated grips comment on the two below models. From my point of view, it appears that the ones sold by TT are an older model than the ones at Revzilla. Is it worth nearly 2x the price to get the newer model?
http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/oxford-heaterz-premium-adventure-heated-grips
and
http://www.twistedthrottle.com/oxford-heaterz-heated-motorcycle-handlebar-grips-for-7-8-inch-diameter-handlebars-touring-style
http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/oxford-heaterz-premium-adventure-heated-grips
and
http://www.twistedthrottle.com/oxford-heaterz-heated-motorcycle-handlebar-grips-for-7-8-inch-diameter-handlebars-touring-style
Worth the price to get the adventure style.
Just removing the old sport style now for the new adventure style, as they match the stock grip length much better. Using the adventure avoids the space at the bar end, or near the switch cluster, depending on how you install them. One thing I found is to make sure you position the grip so the nuckle on your thumbs dosen't bump against the molded part where the wire exits the grip. Also check that when postioned you don't get any interference with the clutch/brake lever travel.
Also found that a Go cruise throttle lock used on the old sport style shortens the grip area to much for my gloved hands. Fixed with the adventures.
And the adventure does not use a "distribution box" as the old style did, its all done through the heat controller, a little less to have to find a home for ::008::
Have used the Oxfords on previous bikes and worked fine.
Hope this helps.
Oxford sport style I removed: approx. 125mm long
Oxford adventure style approx. 132mm long
Stock Yamaha grip approx. 135mm long
Just removing the old sport style now for the new adventure style, as they match the stock grip length much better. Using the adventure avoids the space at the bar end, or near the switch cluster, depending on how you install them. One thing I found is to make sure you position the grip so the nuckle on your thumbs dosen't bump against the molded part where the wire exits the grip. Also check that when postioned you don't get any interference with the clutch/brake lever travel.
Also found that a Go cruise throttle lock used on the old sport style shortens the grip area to much for my gloved hands. Fixed with the adventures.
And the adventure does not use a "distribution box" as the old style did, its all done through the heat controller, a little less to have to find a home for ::008::
Have used the Oxfords on previous bikes and worked fine.
Hope this helps.
Oxford sport style I removed: approx. 125mm long
Oxford adventure style approx. 132mm long
Stock Yamaha grip approx. 135mm long
You're right. I ordered the Adventures and paid for them - from KTM Twins.
rotortech71 said:
Crap, I hate when things like that happen. Plus you've installed them, so that's even more annoying.
I put the Oxford Touring grips on last fall, only to see the Adventure version was out just after that.
I put the Oxford Touring grips on last fall, only to see the Adventure version was out just after that.
I put the Oxford ADV grips on a few weeks ago and they flat out work great. I wired them through a switched relay, but they do have smart technology and turn themselves off if you wire them direct and forget to turn them off. They also turn off if the voltage drops below a certain level. Good product.
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::026::Roadminge said:
So I finally got my grips right . I will say that KTM Twins was decent about refunding me after they shipped the wrong part and I installed it. Took about a month. Ended up getting the Oxford Adventure grips from Revzilla. Don't know why I didn't go there first. Revzilla is the best online retailer.
The supplied controller bracket can be mounted on the left mirror stem by drilling a hole in the bracket and threading the mirror stem through it. It's a very handy location.
I wired mine to an FZ1 fuze box, key-on circuit. The harnesses are longer than necessary for the S-10. I chose to bundle and hide mine rather than trim to fit.
The controller defaults to OFF, so you can't leave it on between power cycles. The 5 heat level settings are indicated by individual LEDs. 30% is green, 100% is red, the other 3 are blue. So at night, you can't tell visually whether you're in 40%, 50% or 70%. No matter, your hands are the judge.
I also installed Pro Taper Contour Mid ATV bars. The knurling on the left bar end needs to be filed down in order to get the Oxfords on. For the rest of the controls, you either have to file down the plastic locating nubs or drill holes in the bar. I went nub-less.
I have heated gloves and jacket liner. When it's cold, heated grips and heated gloves are the hot ticket. Most cold days, gloves alone are the better choice. You don't always ride with winter gear, so when you're surprised by the cold, it's nice to have the heated grips always available.
The supplied controller bracket can be mounted on the left mirror stem by drilling a hole in the bracket and threading the mirror stem through it. It's a very handy location.
I wired mine to an FZ1 fuze box, key-on circuit. The harnesses are longer than necessary for the S-10. I chose to bundle and hide mine rather than trim to fit.
The controller defaults to OFF, so you can't leave it on between power cycles. The 5 heat level settings are indicated by individual LEDs. 30% is green, 100% is red, the other 3 are blue. So at night, you can't tell visually whether you're in 40%, 50% or 70%. No matter, your hands are the judge.
I also installed Pro Taper Contour Mid ATV bars. The knurling on the left bar end needs to be filed down in order to get the Oxfords on. For the rest of the controls, you either have to file down the plastic locating nubs or drill holes in the bar. I went nub-less.
I have heated gloves and jacket liner. When it's cold, heated grips and heated gloves are the hot ticket. Most cold days, gloves alone are the better choice. You don't always ride with winter gear, so when you're surprised by the cold, it's nice to have the heated grips always available.
djm_ct
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I am seriously considering ordering the Oxford Adventures from Amazon. The only thing that gives me pause is that the two reviews both slammed Oxford on the installation process.
The first reviews states that the supplied adhesive sets way too quickly (2 seconds) causing the grips to freeze in place before he was even able to slide the grips into place. He suggested using aftermarket grip adhesive in place of the supplied super glue to allow for a little forgiveness.
The second reviewer stated that if your grips are even .1mm larger that the specified grip size that you will NOT be able to install the grips (he didn't say what bike he had). The first reviewer also mentioned that the grips are very inflexible when it comes to the diameter of your handlebars.
A lot of you guys seem to be using these grips and have high praise for them. Any of you have comments on what the reviewers had to say? Your thought, as always, are appreciated.
BTW, the only review on the Revzilla site was from Boondocker so we know it was positive. Revzilla and Amazon both have the same price but I'm leaning to Amazon since their Prime service makes ordering such a breeze.
The first reviews states that the supplied adhesive sets way too quickly (2 seconds) causing the grips to freeze in place before he was even able to slide the grips into place. He suggested using aftermarket grip adhesive in place of the supplied super glue to allow for a little forgiveness.
The second reviewer stated that if your grips are even .1mm larger that the specified grip size that you will NOT be able to install the grips (he didn't say what bike he had). The first reviewer also mentioned that the grips are very inflexible when it comes to the diameter of your handlebars.
A lot of you guys seem to be using these grips and have high praise for them. Any of you have comments on what the reviewers had to say? Your thought, as always, are appreciated.
BTW, the only review on the Revzilla site was from Boondocker so we know it was positive. Revzilla and Amazon both have the same price but I'm leaning to Amazon since their Prime service makes ordering such a breeze.
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First point - its super glue so it does dry fast. :djm_ct said:
Second point - the instructions state that you should dry fit the grips before glueing them in place. Their molding process might leave some rubber inside the grip that should be cleaned up with a file. I had to do it on both of my grips. The throttle side went on easier than the clutch side, but eventually went on all the way. I guess I would rather have them go on a little tighter than loose.
I think they use a split metal tube, so as it goes on it opens slitely while your pushing it on, but the bars have to be free of any adhesive from the oem grips.
The grips seem to work as advertised, but haven't had the bike out in a couple of weeks now. Damn snow. :'(