Author Topic: Throttle locks with heated grips. (Read 9594 times)

Malcolm6112 · « **on:** May 19, 2012, 04:34:24 PM »

Has anyone had issues with throttle locks not working with heated grips fitted?

Recently, I fitted a set of Oxford heated grips. The throttle lock that was on my STead was a Vista Universal.
I removed this because the bar on the lock was too flexible.
Due to the wider grips I took this off and purchased a NEP lock, part number CC3. To suit Honda twin cable.
The end of the grip, with the cables, catches on the lock giving me only half throttle and interferes with the starter button.

Has anyone had this problem and fixed it? What did you do?

Malcolm6112 · « **Reply #1 on:** May 20, 2012, 01:36:28 AM »

Great news.

I got an answer from the American site.
The answer is/ could be....

http://oneup.com.au/product/motorcycle-throttle-cruise-control-go-cruise

I'll let you know what I think once I get one and use it.

scarp · « **Reply #2 on:** May 20, 2012, 09:24:37 AM »

I got to feel your grip very warm indeed

Couch · « **Reply #3 on:** May 22, 2012, 01:30:46 PM »

Looks like it would work well, and cheap as chips!!
I have Honda OEM Heated Grips and have a Kaoko Throttle lock installed. Both work well!!

Quote from: Malcolm6112 on May 20, 2012, 01:36:28 AM

Great news.

I got an answer from the American site.
The answer is/ could be....

http://oneup.com.au/product/motorcycle-throttle-cruise-control-go-cruise

I'll let you know what I think once I get one and use it.

Malcolm6112 · « **Reply #4 on:** May 22, 2012, 06:07:09 PM »

Thanks for that Couch.

What would you know the company is in Briggs St Welshpool in bloody Western Australia!!

They look a bit more robust too.
Going for a look tomorrow. Only thing now, is that I have to make my heated grips from blowing fuses.

I've been in contact with the national Dist in NSW, so time will tell. The Oxfords only lasted two weeks.

scarp · « **Reply #5 on:** May 22, 2012, 07:05:15 PM »

Quote from: Malcolm6112 on May 22, 2012, 06:07:09 PM

Only thing now, is that I have to make my heated grips from blowing fuses.

I've been in contact with the national Dist in NSW, so time will tell. The Oxfords only lasted two weeks.

Mal your not supposed to be using them in WA it's too warm ATM

Brock · « **Reply #6 on:** May 22, 2012, 07:40:10 PM »

Mal,

If the fuse is blowing instantly, then the power feed is probably squashed to frame some where.

Malcolm6112 · « **Reply #7 on:** May 22, 2012, 10:05:04 PM »

The power feed runs from the control box under the seat to the aux fuse box in the tail.
It's all of 500mm long with no way of it getting trapped anywhere.

Me thinks the control box has "left the building"

Malcolm6112 · « **Reply #8 on:** May 24, 2012, 10:50:37 PM »

An update to the heated grips.

Oxford in GB, aren't interested. Not in pommy land.
National dist, aren't interested. Weren't purchased in Oz.

No word from USA.

Moral of the story. Be careful when buying stuff from overseas.
Have since found out that Oxford have had lots of problems with their electronics, faulty batches. Nice to know but it doesn't help me.

It seems to be that a diode has stopped doing it's job in the controller.

saaz · « **Reply #9 on:** May 25, 2012, 08:49:17 AM »

I think that Oxford chnaged the type of controller a while ago due to these problems. I have know some being replaced with the new version, and it was more reliable.

JuST Peter · « **Reply #10 on:** May 28, 2012, 10:33:19 PM »

Found this on eBay, $15.00 postage free :

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Motorcycle-Throttle-Lock-Cruise-Control-Wrist-Rest-/110886869019?pt=AU_Motorcycle_Parts_Accessories&hash=item19d15f581b#ht_1214wt_928

Malcolm6112 · « **Reply #11 on:** June 24, 2012, 10:21:07 AM »

The store in America was great. Sent over a new controller for the handlebars and the one under the seat as well.

Replaced both units on Friday afternoon, in time for the RTE. Tested and it worked beautifully.

Went for a ride on Saturday, no heat.
Same problem. Put a fuse into the fuse holder and it blows.

Some people get good a run with Oxford products. I didn't. Don't buy them.
Pay the extra and get something else.

Aj1300 · « **Reply #12 on:** June 24, 2012, 11:27:48 AM »

Mal I have had 2 Oxford sets, 1 for my blackbird and now for my st 13. Haven't had any trouble with either sets, you must of got a bad one.did you try plugging in just your controller no grips, to see if it's the controller or faulty grips?

Malcolm6112 · « **Reply #13 on:** June 24, 2012, 11:21:55 PM »

There is a controller on the bars and one under the set, connected to the battery.
With the bar controller and the grips unplugged, the seat unit blows the fuse. Put a 30amp in, it blows.
Before you say it, no there was no pinches in the power cables. They are only 200mm long, under the seat.
There is a lot of reviews on the web. Lots of people have had no issues at all. Others have had no end of problems.

I've replaced the whole thing twice. First one lasted 3 weeks, the second 10 minutes.

Now looking at my options of different units.

Couch · « **Reply #14 on:** June 24, 2012, 11:29:05 PM »

Honda OEM Heated Grips..............a quality product!! More expensive but the quality remains long after the price is forgotten!!

View heater control unit below..............unit has 4 heat settings, from hot to bloody hot!

Quote from: Malcolm6112 on June 24, 2012, 11:21:55 PM

There is a controller on the bars and one under the set, connected to the battery.
With the bar controller and the grips unplugged, the seat unit blows the fuse. Put a 30amp in, it blows.
Before you say it, no there was no pinches in the power cables. They are only 200mm long, under the seat.
There is a lot of reviews on the web. Lots of people have had no issues at all. Others have had no end of problems.

I've replaced the whole thing twice. First one lasted 3 weeks, the second 10 minutes.

Now looking at my options of different units.

scarp · « **Reply #15 on:** June 25, 2012, 07:40:38 PM »

Do you have the part Nos for the Honda Heated Grips?

scarp · « **Reply #16 on:** June 25, 2012, 07:53:57 PM »

Found the part No checked the price $358 at david silver spares

+ I'd need the quartet harness

alans1100 · « **Reply #17 on:** June 25, 2012, 08:13:38 PM »

Honda OEM grips also here

Wiring Harness $US17.95

http://www.discounthondaparts.com/eshopprod_cat_7713-91518-91522-74228_product_1201973.Accessory_Wire_Harness.htm

Heather grips $US210.95
http://www.discounthondaparts.com/eshopprod_cat_7713-91518-91522-74228_product_1201996.Heated_Grips_with_Thermostat.htm

Plus delivery $US58.95

Total $US287.85 equals plus/minus a few cents in $AUD

scarp · « **Reply #18 on:** June 25, 2012, 08:49:35 PM »

ooooooo that sounds better

Gavo · « **Reply #19 on:** June 25, 2012, 09:29:21 PM »

On my wish list

Malcolm6112 · « **Reply #20 on:** June 25, 2012, 09:46:36 PM »

Sounds great, just a bit weary now. Warranty is an issue form overseas.

Couch · « **Reply #21 on:** June 25, 2012, 11:15:51 PM »

These are OEM Honda parts and as such are a quality product.

I purchased my grips, and the quartet harness from Discount Honda Parts in the US...........and I personally wouldn't be too concerned with warranty. Just my 10 cents worth!!

Quote from: Malcolm6112 on June 25, 2012, 09:46:36 PM

Sounds great, just a bit weary now. Warranty is an issue form overseas.

Malcolm6112 · « **Reply #22 on:** June 25, 2012, 11:35:45 PM »

Found this.

http://www.mrcycles.com/eshopprod_cat_7713-91518-91522-74228_product_1201973.Accessory_Wire_Harness.htm
$15.63

http://www.mrcycles.com/eshopprod_cat_7713-91518-91522-74228_product_1201996.Heated_Grips_with_Thermostat.htm
$183.74
I'm waiting on a freight quote. If Noel and Gavo are interested, we could go thirds in freight.

Couch · « **Reply #23 on:** June 26, 2012, 01:18:31 PM »

Great idea if they're interested!.............I paid $176.00 for the grips and about $17.50 for the harness + freight.

The grips are real easy to fit, but the quartet harness......well!!.............it's also easy to fit, once you've taken all the tupperware off the left hand side of the bike that is. Just remember how it comes off, so it all goes back the same way!!
The heat controller takes a little more work.........it fits in directly under the left fairing pocket, and they supply a template so as to know where to fit it.............. not difficult, but just a little bit fiddley! :)

However..........it's worth the effort!!

Quote from: Malcolm6112 on June 25, 2012, 11:35:45 PM

Found this.

http://www.mrcycles.com/eshopprod_cat_7713-91518-91522-74228_product_1201973.Accessory_Wire_Harness.htm
$15.63

http://www.mrcycles.com/eshopprod_cat_7713-91518-91522-74228_product_1201996.Heated_Grips_with_Thermostat.htm
$183.74
I'm waiting on a freight quote. If Noel and Gavo are interested, we could go thirds in freight.

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Author Topic: Throttle locks with heated grips. (Read 9594 times)