hand guards and heated grips

[Ride Forever_imp]

I have the factory heated grips.

I guess my answer to which, having never used any other would just be- how much do you want them to blend in or stand out?

I love them and see no reason for hand guards with them.


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the hand guards are just an added bit of help. i ride in all weather all year round, and though it doesn't get proper frigid here, it can get as low as 17 or 18 degrees F. stopping the wind from blowing over my fingers could be a big help during those times.

as for why i would ask for alternatives, it's really just a matter of seeing if there's anything that's objectively better, or if it's just a matter of price. for example, the Chicdesign guards are pricey compared to many others. if here's anything else in a dark tinted guard that i can find evidence is just as good, it's worth considering.

The same goes for the price of the OEM handwarmers vs. others. it's just due diligence.

the hand guards are just an added bit of help. i ride in all weather all year round, and though it doesn't get proper frigid here, it can get as low as 17 or 18 degrees F. stopping the wind from blowing over my fingers could be a big help during those times.

as for why i would ask for alternatives, it's really just a matter of seeing if there's anything that's objectively better, or if it's just a matter of price. for example, the Chicdesign guards are pricey compared to many others. if here's anything else in a dark tinted guard that i can find evidence is just as good, it's worth considering.

The same goes for the price of the OEM handwarmers vs. others. it's just due diligence.
In the name of due diligence....Check out the cycle gear hand guards, they list for $40 and almost always are on sale for $20, having said that you will see they have garish colored stickers on them, the good news is those peel off in seconds using your finger nails....then they are all black.
Next check an ATV supply website for generic Hippo Hands....usually they are around $20 to $25....You won't believe how warm they will keep your hands..( you may have to adjust the opening to slide it over your handlebars to get a proper fit ) I have been using this combination for over 40yrs and have several pairs, they work great.

[colbrt_imp]

I have the factory heated grips on my CTX700 and like them a lot... I know folks love the oxfords, and they work great, but I just can’t get past their controller box. Just looks so tacked on to me personally.

[peterbaron]

Whoever has the National Cycle hand deflectors....I need to know its actual (not on curvy side) dimensions: L & H, in inches or cm, no difference, please

http://www.nationalcycle.com/catalog/pro...gory/5391/

[Mtneers]

Whoever has the National Cycle hand deflectors....I need to know its actual (not on curvy side) dimensions: L & H, in inches or cm, no difference, please

http://www.nationalcycle.com/catalog/pro...gory/5391/

Message The A-Man. He has them on his ‘14 Deluxe.


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[mrded_imp]

Did anyone try Oxford Hotgrips Advanced Retro? How does it fit?
Do you need to cut it?

[The A-man]

PB, straight dimensions are 6" tall and 9.75" long. Measured from drivers side.

[peterbaron]

Ok, thanks, kind of late but is always appreciated

[17-CB-002]

I'm planning on getting a set of hand guards and heated grips installed some time before the end of October, and I wanted to a little insight from those of you that have been using them for a while:

Regarding the heated grips themselves, Honda OEM or aftermarket? which is more popular? My gut tells me Honda OEM.

Regarding the Hand guards: I currently have a Dart Marlin Screen (Smoke) and I want to keep up with that same "blacked out" look, so if i get hand guards that are clear, i'd prefer if they were also heavily tinted. The only one I've seen like that in my limited research is the Chicdesign model (https://www.samurider.com/?p=17262). Are there any alternatives? It's worth pointing out that i'm also not completely sold on them being transparent either. If there are any solid black ones i'd take a look at those too.

What are some common things i could accidently permanently ruin due to inexperience while installing heated grips?

Will the handguard from an AfricaTwin fit?
GO since you had both bikes, will it fit?
Last week during the bike ride, I saw the handguard on the AfricaTwin and closely looked at it - it seemed that it can fit the CB.
Regards
Alain

[GoldOxide_imp]

I'm planning on getting a set of hand guards and heated grips installed some time before the end of October, and I wanted to a little insight from those of you that have been using them for a while:

Regarding the heated grips themselves, Honda OEM or aftermarket? which is more popular? My gut tells me Honda OEM.

Regarding the Hand guards: I currently have a Dart Marlin Screen (Smoke) and I want to keep up with that same "blacked out" look, so if i get hand guards that are clear, i'd prefer if they were also heavily tinted. The only one I've seen like that in my limited research is the Chicdesign model (https://www.samurider.com/?p=17262). Are there any alternatives? It's worth pointing out that i'm also not completely sold on them being transparent either. If there are any solid black ones i'd take a look at those too.

What are some common things i could accidently permanently ruin due to inexperience while installing heated grips?

Will the handguard from an AfricaTwin fit?
GO since you had both bikes, will it fit?
Last week during the bike ride, I saw the handguard on the AfricaTwin and closely looked at it - it seemed that it can fit the CB.
Regards
Alain

Hey Alain: I actually have never given any thought to the hand guards on the AT. Apparently, the AT OEM hand guards suck, that is, they are fragile. This would be apparent on the first nap, err, um, ... drop of the bike. That is all I really know, and sizing would not even be an after thought. I think there are likely better third party protection options for the artistic CB1100 than AT hand guards.

[17-CB-002]

I'm planning on getting a set of hand guards and heated grips installed some time before the end of October, and I wanted to a little insight from those of you that have been using them for a while:

Regarding the heated grips themselves, Honda OEM or aftermarket? which is more popular? My gut tells me Honda OEM.

Regarding the Hand guards: I currently have a Dart Marlin Screen (Smoke) and I want to keep up with that same "blacked out" look, so if i get hand guards that are clear, i'd prefer if they were also heavily tinted. The only one I've seen like that in my limited research is the Chicdesign model (https://www.samurider.com/?p=17262). Are there any alternatives? It's worth pointing out that i'm also not completely sold on them being transparent either. If there are any solid black ones i'd take a look at those too.

What are some common things i could accidently permanently ruin due to inexperience while installing heated grips?

Will the handguard from an AfricaTwin fit?
GO since you had both bikes, will it fit?
Last week during the bike ride, I saw the handguard on the AfricaTwin and closely looked at it - it seemed that it can fit the CB.
Regards
Alain

Hey Alain: I actually have never given any thought to the hand guards on the AT. Apparently, the AT OEM hand guards suck, that is, they are fragile. This would be apparent on the first nap, err, um, ... drop of the bike. That is all I really know, and sizing would not even be an after thought. I think there are likely better third party protection options for the artistic CB1100 than AT hand guards.

Hey Alain: I actually have never given any thought to the hand guards on the AT. Apparently, the AT OEM hand guards suck, that is, they are fragile. This would be apparent on the first nap, err, um, ... drop of the bike. That is all I really know, and sizing would not even be an after thought. I think there are likely better third party protection options for the artistic CB1100 than AT hand guards.
Thanks GO