Heated grips, or heated gloves?

[rforsythe]

Trying to figure out which one will be better in the long run. What are the opinions on this? My thinking is that grips are less fuss, but the gloves might do a better job (albeit with a little more hassle).

Getting ready for snow (and fun in it) and a little heat will make the experience considerably more enjoyable.

I'm also curious if any heated gloves out there are actually waterproof, since that's also a deciding factor (i.e. if I can't get one that won't leak, then it would be better IMO to go with grips and truly dry gloves).

[Aracheon]

+1 for grips and dry gloves.

[Bashed]

I have both and the gloves are better for
keeping the hands warm by far.But I do
have them hooked to a full liner so as to
keep the wires down to a minimum, IE the
liner plugs into the bike, the gloves plugs
into the liner.
I use the Warm and Safe brand and am very
pleased with it.Doubt it is H2O proof but I figure
if they are wet at least they are warm and I am
good to go.
The grips do work better with a hand guard
to keep the back of the hands a little warmer
but that is what gets cold first, the back of the
hand.The grips only really heat the grip of the hand,
not much else.

Peace Bash

[Spiderman]

I just installed heated grips last weekend, and while they make the early morning commute a little nicer, I don't grip the grips tight enough to heat up my whole hand, so my palm is toasty, but my fingers don't get nearly the same benefit (my right pinky is still cold as I type this)... despite it's downfalls, it's still better than nothing... I'm going to try a better pair of cold-weather gloves... hopefully that will help.

[ZiaThunder]

Currently I have both and that really is the way to go. Since I accumulated the item in phases here is my take. Most of what I learned was do to being caught with the wrong gear on my way home from work --- 57 miles door to door.

First I bought a vest, it is a must. Keeping your core warm will help with keeping your hands warm. I ended up buying the sleeves to put on as it a lone wasn't enough. Looking back now it would be better to have heated jacket. Then came the heated gloves, they are nice however mine aren't waterproof. Once wet they don't do much for ya. Third was the grips. The grips are the bomb, not because the are great at keeping your hands warm. But, because it is on less thing I have to pack around on the bike. If it is chilly, just hit the switch. They also help when your hands get wet. Just the heated gloves didn't work when wet, but with the grips I wasn't thinking that I was going to end up losing fingers.

[Sean]

Bare knuckles, be a man!

[TFOGGuys]

I'm a big fan of the heated gloves I got last winter. They seem to be relatively water tight (rode 29 miles home in rain/slush), and are reasonably inexpensive (140 retail, including cords and controller). The newer stuff all has carbon heating elements for more even heat and better durability.

http://tourmaster.com/xcart/home.php?cat=59

also from Firstgear

http://www.firstgear-usa.com/fgweb2....2?opendocument

[Spiderman]

How about heated footpegs... or heated boots??? My toes have been kinda chilled by the time I get into work lately!

[asp_125]

How about heated footpegs... or heated boots??? My toes have been kinda chilled by the time I get into work lately!

Gerbings makes heated socks, or get those battery powered ski socks.

[asp_125]

I have a pair of winter motorcycle gloves and heated grips. My palms get roasted but the backs of my fingers still get a bit cold. But it's way better than trying to use engine heat at the stoplights to warm your hands.

[lightspeed]

I'm a big fan of the heated gloves I got last winter. They seem to be relatively water tight (rode 29 miles home in rain/slush), and are reasonably inexpensive (140 retail, including cords and controller). The newer stuff all has carbon heating elements for more even heat and better durability.

http://tourmaster.com/xcart/home.php?cat=59

also from Firstgear

http://www.firstgear-usa.com/fgweb2....2?opendocument

Great info..never knew these existed.

[utsv650]

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[jetspeedz]

how about a pair of well insulated winter gloves, the heated gloves will make you sweat

[GixxerCarrie]

http://www.motorcyclecloseouts.com/b...FSbCDAodh2NqnQ

You can get them cheaper....just google. If your really interested. I go to costco and get the little gel pads. 13.99 for 40. They work pretty damn well...lol. And Bob they have toe ones too! lol.

[denver_whitest185]

what about heated glove liners? i already have some awesome waterproof gloves, but some battery powered liners (like the ski socks) would be nice and simplify the power source

[Flyin Hawaiian]

I am one that believes a bike should be ridden all the time. I don't believe in winterizing my bike because of a little cold weather. I ride year round.

I will tell you that I have experimented with all types of gear to keep my ass from freezing! Get yourself a nice pair of thin weather proof gloves, so you don't lose any feel of your bike. A weather proof winter jacket along with fleece vest that isn't to bulky to keep the core warm does wonders, just as one said in another post. I run Timberland leather motorcycle boots year round. And a pair of Draggin jeans. I've tested this setup in 20 degree weather where my bike barely gets warm and been toasty even at speeds of 70. Hope this gives a few ideas to keep your ass from freezing!

My commute is approx 20mi.

[FZ1Guy]

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aka PINK EYE



nevermind the porn stasche it is the gf idea of sexy

dewd... quit smokin' the ganja...

[Urban_Assault]

Don't you get pinkeye from getting poo in it? Like when someone farts on your pillow bare-assed....

I'd start asking that gf of yours some questions...

Sorry, I probably shouldn't talk smack on my very first post to the forum.

Anyways, I know from experience that handguards and waterproof/windproof gloves will help a LOT. I ride 15 miles into work on the interstate, and I can ride comfortably at 25-30 degrees.

If you're low on cash and can't afford $150 for gloves, plus another $75-$100 for the regulator/heat controller, etc... Hand guards are $35 on eBay, gloves are $20-$30.

If you think about it, you're usually warm when you're standing on one place with your gear on. You only freeze your buns off when you move, because wind is sucking heat away from your body.

By blocking the wind and getting good windproof/waterproof gear, it will make a huge difference.

I rode from Washington DC to South Carolina for Christmas this year (~600 miles), it was mid 20's when I left and raining for a few hours midway into the trip. I had waterproof pants with an insulated liner, a sweatshirt, and a water/wind proof-hoodie. Was a little chilly, but not bad.

[brennahm]

I am one that believes a bike should be ridden all the time. I don't believe in winterizing my bike because of a little cold weather. I ride year round.

I will tell you that I have experimented with all types of gear to keep my ass from freezing! Get yourself a nice pair of thin weather proof gloves, so you don't lose any feel of your bike. A weather proof winter jacket along with fleece vest that isn't to bulky to keep the core warm does wonders, just as one said in another post. I run Timberland leather motorcycle boots year round. And a pair of Draggin jeans. I've tested this setup in 20 degree weather where my bike barely gets warm and been toasty even at speeds of 70. Hope this gives a few ideas to keep your ass from freezing!

My commute is approx 20mi.

I was wondering when I'd run into you on these boards

+1 on everything being wind/waterproof first. I've ridden my Gore-Tex/Primaloft snowboard gloves for 15 miles @ 70mph and they were sweating when I finished.

[RXGhost]

if your going to get any thing first get the grips you don't have to carry anything extra and you can turn them on when ever you need them, you can always get the gloves or wind proof stuff later

[JustSomeDude]

+1 for heated grips. Just get a relay to tie them into the key switch so they turn off when the bike is off. That way, in the event you accidentally leave them on, your battery won't die.

I installed these on my old YZF: http://www.aerostich.com/heated-grip-kit.html
It also provides an opportunity to put on new grips.

This "how to" for tying into the main power (ignition switch) is geared towards the YZF, but I'm sure it will apply to almost any motorcycle: http://www.yzf600r.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=32778

Also requires a fuse and relay from AutoZone... which will run you about 5 bux.

[Zach929rr]

Just my $.02 here: I did quite a bit of opinion reading when I first got my bike on gloves vs. grips. It seems many people prefer the combination due to the aforementioned issues with either/or.

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