have a 214 limited wondering if the heated grips can be turned on/off with a new button on the console with the one for the passing lamps.
that is controlled via the computer?
instead of using side of grip to turn them on/off I would leave them on and use this button to power them on/off and the side of grip could be used to set temp making them last longer?

 

I am confused here make them last longer?

 

Me too ?

 

I'm confused too.....

You wanna add another switch to turn them on and off but still use the original switch on the end of the grip to adjust the temperature??

 

I can see the point.... probably seldom have to change the temp, and the external switch avoids wear on the grip internals.


Good idea.

 

What makes you think that using them is going to make them fail? Sounds to me like an answer in search of a problem. I live in the same kind of climate as you do, and maybe I use the switch on those grips a few dozen times a season, hardly thinking it's causing excessive wear.

 

Yes there is a harness & switch pack that is used to power on and off accessories. It adds 2 switches to the panel on the left (along with Aux lights)

Not sure if this method will make them last longer but, this is how Harley has an option to set them up.

I have the '14 ultra and added the grips to mine when I changed out the bars to Chubby's wild 1's I used this:

http://www.harley-davidson.com/store...11-71400106--1

I used this to bring power to the grips and also used it to power a GPS.

You will need to run the cable under the tank and seat and the harness plugs into the P&A plug in the fuse box.

There is also a harness that can power the grips without switching. I just like the idea of a positive switch to power off that circuit.

Hope this is helpful
Thanks, From us "flat landers"
Mike V

 

I live in Eastern Canada. I'll report back when I wear mine out. It's still an average daytime high of 42 here. If they are a high wear item, I'll have mine warn out soon! I do understand the OP's thinking, but I'm not sure I would be so worried about it as to go to the work to put a switch in. It could also be looked at that if you don't move the switch around every now and then, corrosion could cause it to fail before wear does. Moving the switch will help keep the connection clean. JMTC

 

I have only used mine about 2-3 times, and I don't think they work. Can't feel the heat. Will check the fuse.

 

I have used mine 10 or 12 times in 31000 miles.Not worn out yet.