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I was looking at a new pair of gloves for winter to stop my hands from going numb, but found these to be a much better value option. Every other local retailer I've looked at is selling these at $150, even Amazon themselves are selling at $140, so I thought $110 was a decent deal. Haven't installed mine yet, but every tutorial says it's a pretty simple process to do yourself and it comes with everything you need (though you might need some extra tools to get grips off and on, depending on the bike). The brand and product are also very highly regarded.
These are the sports variety, but other models are available. I believe the heat output is the same for all of them, but the size, length and style of grips vary.
Price also goes down with the more you buy (up to 3), so you can save another few bucks if you can get a few biking mates on board.
Also available on Amazon if you have a preference (note that I bought through Amazon and got no cashback): https://www.amazon.com.au/Oxford-OF692Z-Heaterz-Premium-Hand…
Description from the ebay listing:
"Oxford HotGrips are the ORIGINAL and the BEST. This latest PREMIUM range is the result of over 30 years of research and development by British engineers and motorcyclists. The grips have ergonomically engineered surface structures to optimise riding performance. Soft, ultra-grippy diamond tread is inspired by race grips for comfort and feedback.
Oxford Premium Sports Hotgrips give high levels of grips and feedback. Designed for and inspired by sports riders.
The grip length can be trimmed if required and has open ends so that bar end weights can be fitted.
Grips are 123mm as standard but can be cleanly cut to 114mm.
Sealed for life double bonded rainproof switch that draws under 4A.
The intelligent heat controller uses a sealed-for-life welded case construction for long-term durability and weather-proofing.
5 heat settings give the perfect operating temperature with LED lights to indicate the level.
The Battery Saving Mode protects against flat batteries. If you forget to turn the switch off, it will do it for you!
New switch technology means that, if the engine is switched off, the grips will automatically turn off until enough power is available. This eliminates the need for the user to buy and fit relays.
Thanks to their unique expandable design and fool-proof wiring loom, HotGrips are extremely easy to fit. Connection to the motorcycle could not be simpler: Connect the 2 ring connectors to the battery. No need to wire the positive to a live ignition feed.
Included as part of the pack:
2 x HotGrips
1 x Intelligent heat controller
1 x Metal bracket and fittings for mounting the heat controller
1 x Wiring loom, cable ties and grip glue
1 x Instruction booklet and warranty form"
Have these. Can confirm they are excellent.
However (unless they have changed) they do not automatically switch off with the bike (well not immediately anyway) so the other week I used them and forgot to turn them off for maybe 30-60 seconds before I realised and when I went to start my bike that afternoon the battery was dead dead. Admittedly I knew the battery was on its way out so it was in poor health but be mindful - make sure you turn them off when you get to your destination!!