I ordered the Symtec grip heaters and can't wait to get them on. I was thinking about wiring them to where my license plate light used to run. I was thinking since there is no longer any power running down that line it would be the best place to attach. Also, I was wondering if the old hairspray for grip glue would work with attaching the grips. I don't really like grip glue because it makes a mess for changing the grips the next time. Any problems with the hairspray and heat element? I plan on using progrip gel grips, I just hope there is not too much heat with that soft of a rubber grip.
Symtec Grip Heaters
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[image: View Post]driver, on Oct 12 2009, 01:57 PM, said:
I ordered the Symtec grip heaters and can't wait to get them on. I was thinking about wiring them to where my license plate light used to run. I was thinking since there is no longer any power running down that line it would be the best place to attach. Also, I was wondering if the old hairspray for grip glue would work with attaching the grips. I don't really like grip glue because it makes a mess for changing the grips the next time. Any problems with the hairspray and heat element? I plan on using progrip gel grips, I just hope there is not too much heat with that soft of a rubber grip.I installed my Symtecs just before Winter here in Aus, :fing02: , I've changed grips twice now and I have never used glue/hairspray/any other form of adhesive bonding agent. So long as everything is clean... Nothing will slip!!! They are made of rubber!
1. The Symtecs are great.
2. I'd go with a better power source than the license plate, but it will probably do if the existing fuse doesn't blow. (I forget the amps of that fuse, but if it's enough, you're fine.) You certainly want to go with key-switched power, otherwise you'll definitely leave them on and kill the battery in no time when you park the bike somewhere. Suggest you have a look at posts that discuss fuse blocks and a solenoid that is powered off some type of key-switched power, so you can run directly from the battery thru a solenoid, thru the fuse block, and on the the grips (and other accessories.)
3. No hairspray, no glue, nothing. Blast some brake cleaner spray into the grip until it's dripping wet, then quickly slip them on. You might need a quick shot of compressed air to help "pop" them on by cuppng the grip between your hand and the air nozzle, which expands the grip and allows you to position it very easily. But mainly, the brake cleaner acts as a very temporary lubricant that allows you so slip them on quite easily. When the brake cleaner dries in a few seconds, the grip is absolutley locked in place by friction only, due to the very clean non-slip surface inside the grip. When it's time to remove the grip, compressed air will again expand the rubber and allow it to come off with no problem at all. I've done this dozens of times...works perfectly.
2. I'd go with a better power source than the license plate, but it will probably do if the existing fuse doesn't blow. (I forget the amps of that fuse, but if it's enough, you're fine.) You certainly want to go with key-switched power, otherwise you'll definitely leave them on and kill the battery in no time when you park the bike somewhere. Suggest you have a look at posts that discuss fuse blocks and a solenoid that is powered off some type of key-switched power, so you can run directly from the battery thru a solenoid, thru the fuse block, and on the the grips (and other accessories.)
3. No hairspray, no glue, nothing. Blast some brake cleaner spray into the grip until it's dripping wet, then quickly slip them on. You might need a quick shot of compressed air to help "pop" them on by cuppng the grip between your hand and the air nozzle, which expands the grip and allows you to position it very easily. But mainly, the brake cleaner acts as a very temporary lubricant that allows you so slip them on quite easily. When the brake cleaner dries in a few seconds, the grip is absolutley locked in place by friction only, due to the very clean non-slip surface inside the grip. When it's time to remove the grip, compressed air will again expand the rubber and allow it to come off with no problem at all. I've done this dozens of times...works perfectly.
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I asked the very same question last week.
I also installed these very same grip heaters last week, and, you don't need hairspray, grip glue, or brake parts cleaner, you can use them if you want, but they aren't necessary.
I asked the very same question last week.
I also installed these very same grip heaters last week, and, you don't need hairspray, grip glue, or brake parts cleaner, you can use them if you want, but they aren't necessary.
I've gone the no adhesive route as well. It works well for a while. I am starting to get some very minor slipping on the clutch grip. It's just twisting a bit in the middle. Not sliding off or going anywhere. Either way they need to come off cause my grips stopped working.
on a side note, should have bought a boatload of these things back when they were $26 shipped each.
on a side note, should have bought a boatload of these things back when they were $26 shipped each.
Installed mine today. Stock grips. No glue needed.
It was mentioned in the other thread but get a relay from Radioshack ("The Shack" now?) and wire direct to the battery (fused) and the switched side to a convenient switched circuit, the lic. light should work fine. The license light circuit probably won't provide enough direct amps for the grips and you'll end up blowing fuses.
And compressed air if you have it works great for taking grips on or off w/out any lube or glue. If they slip after you put them on they weren't clean enough.
And compressed air if you have it works great for taking grips on or off w/out any lube or glue. If they slip after you put them on they weren't clean enough.
Starting fluid works great for removing and installing grips.
Symtec heaters work great, I love mine.
Symtec heaters work great, I love mine.
Anyone know the required amps for the heaters off the top of your head?
[image: View Post]driver, on Oct 12 2009, 10:28 AM, said:
Anyone know the required amps for the heaters off the top of your head?3 amps in high.
http://www.symtec-in...witch_p_24.html
I love my Symtec's. Installed over Pro Grip gel grips, and no problems so far.
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