How to install BMW heated grips | Complete guide

Riding a motorcycle in cold weather can quickly become uncomfortable, or even dangerous if your hands are numb from the cold. But sometimes, we have no choice, and riding in winter is necessary. The BMW heated grips are the ideal solution to avoid numb and painful hands caused by the cold. BMW offers models perfectly suited to its motorcycles, combining performance and comfort.

Installing BMW heated grips on your motorcycle extends your riding season while improving your safety. In this article, we will guide you step by step through the installation of heated grips after explaining the advantages of these grips.

Why install BMW heated grips on your motorcycle?

The BMW heated grips are a true asset for your autumn and winter rides and are compatible with all types of riding, whether it’s short commutes to work or off-road adventures.

Comfort in cold weather is the main reason to install BMW heated grips, but not the only one

BMW heated grips keep hands warm, which is essential when temperatures drop, as fingers are particularly exposed to the cold due to wind and speed. This also improves grip, as cold hands become stiff and lose dexterity, which can affect the ability to hold the controls properly and react quickly. BMW heated grips help avoid this problem by keeping hands flexible.

Comfort means extending your riding season! With heated grips, motorcyclists can continue riding comfortably even during colder months, extending the riding season. This allows you to enjoy motorcycle rides almost year-round!

Enhance your safety with BMW heated motorcycle grips

We know that cold can slow down reflexes and finger sensitivity, which can be dangerous for actions like braking or accelerating. By heating the grips, the rider maintains better control of the motorcycle. Conditions can often be challenging in winter, so it’s important to increase your safety as much as possible.

Finally, riding in cold weather without sufficient protection can lead to faster fatigue and decreased concentration, especially if the body has to compensate for heat loss or if hands become painful. BMW heated grips help reduce this fatigue by keeping hands at a comfortable temperature, allowing you to stay focused on the road and less tired.

How to easily install BMW Motorrad heated grips for your motorcycle this winter?

Do not overlook the importance of choosing original BMW Motorrad accessories because our accessories (whether BMW heated grips or others) come with a manufacturer’s warranty. You need to be confident enough to do this kind of work and have some handyman skills. If you're not comfortable with it, turn to a BMW dealer.

Here are the instructions to correctly install your BMW Motorrad heated grips.

Required materials:

• BMW Motorrad heated grips compatible with your BMW motorcycle model.

• Tools: screwdriver, Allen key…

General steps:

• Preparation:

• Park your motorcycle on a flat and stable surface.

• Disconnect the battery to avoid any short circuit during installation.
  
  

• Removing the original grips:

• Use an Allen key to unscrew the handlebar end cap and access the grips.

• Remove the old grips by using a thin screwdriver to slightly lift them and spray lubricant or compressed air under the grip to slide them off more easily.

• If replacing BMW heated grips, I recommend using a cutter or scalpel to open the grips. Be careful not to damage the heating filaments!
  
  

• Installing the new heated grips:

• Slide the heated grips onto the motorcycle's handlebars.

• Ensure they are securely in place.
  
  

• Electrical connection:

• Connect the wiring of the BMW heated grips to the motorcycle's electrical system. Typically, there is a connector for this type of accessory, especially if your motorcycle is factory-equipped to receive heated accessories (you will find it under the fairings like the tank cover or under the seat depending on the motorcycle model). If there is no connector, you will need to “create” this contact. If you do not have electrical experience, I recommend consulting a BMW dealer for this procedure.

• Ensure the wires are properly installed to avoid any interference with riding.

• Install a protective fuse if it is not already included in the kit.
  
  

• Reassemble the components:

• If you had to disassemble parts of the handlebar or fairings, carefully reassemble them.
  
  

• Testing the grips:

• Reconnect the battery.

• Turn on the bike and test the heated grips to ensure they work properly.

Which heated grips for your BMW motorcycle?

You may be tempted to choose heated grips from competing brands that may sometimes be less expensive… But quality comes at a price. If you hope to keep your heated grips for several years, I can only recommend opting for the BMW Motorrad heated grips which come with a manufacturer’s warranty and are truly adapted to your motorcycle and its electronics.

Buying BMW Motorrad heated grips for your motorcycle also ensures perfect compatibility, as each grip is specifically designed for each BMW motorcycle model, guaranteeing an optimal fit and integration without additional modifications.

It’s also choosing quality. We guarantee all our accessories for two years, all are made with high-quality, durable, and resistant materials, ensuring a long lifespan even in tough conditions.

And finally, when you install original BMW Motorrad heated grips, you can connect them directly to the bike's electronic system without any electrical manipulation needed, ensuring more ease and more safety!

With BMW Motorrad accessories, you can customize your bike and also improve your riding comfort. You can find all the accessories to personalize your bike on our website.