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Tecno Globe ''Koso Appolo'' Heated Grips With Embedded Controller On The Left Grip!+(Photos)
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<blockquote data-quote="dudeckp" data-source="post: 1274067" data-attributes="member: 86752"><p>As the first year with these grips on the ride comes to an end, I thought I'd share some thoughts for anyone considering adding them this winter.</p><p><strong>Pros</strong>:</p><p></p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">VERY effective - although I cannot compare it to other offerings. I rarely used the lowest setting (maybe with thinner gloves?) 40% helps with light chill, 60%is enough for cold without rain or excess wind, 80% works great for cold and damp, 100% feels so good in cold rain (like the overnight stretch of the Void rally in October.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Good value - very happy spending $129 (+15 s&h) on a nicely integrated system. Simple installation with minimal space requirements for the inline controller.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Works with Throttlemeister throttle-lock bar ends (with only a slight adjustment, not much more than the normal routine tightening due to O-ring slippage.)</li> </ul><p><strong>Cons</strong>:</p><p></p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">The connector between the the two grips is made with very brittle plastic, the lock tab snapped off the very first time I disconnected it. Wound up using small zip ties to keep them together.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">The grip itself is firm with barely any cushioning. I'll be adding Grip Buddies (not puppies - which tear and absorb water) in a few weeks.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">The button seems to require VERY deliberate presses - seemingly more so over the past year - with no tactile feedback (like a detent or click). While this may be to avoid accidental presses, it's an unneeded distraction, especially in cold, dark, rainy conditions.</li> </ul><p>Also, it may be of interest that:</p><p></p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">I mounted the left (control) side rotated slightly down to avoid accidental pressing across the horn or high beam switches, while still leaving the indicator visible.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">I'll be adding Suzuki guards (a la Dale's guide: <a href="https://www.fjrtech.net/getdbitem.cfm?item=30" target="_blank">https://www.fjrtech.net/getdbitem.cfm?item=30</a>) this winter. I'll bo my best to report on issues or workarounds with that project.</li> </ul></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="dudeckp, post: 1274067, member: 86752"] As the first year with these grips on the ride comes to an end, I thought I'd share some thoughts for anyone considering adding them this winter. [B]Pros[/B]: [LIST][*]VERY effective - although I cannot compare it to other offerings. I rarely used the lowest setting (maybe with thinner gloves?) 40% helps with light chill, 60%is enough for cold without rain or excess wind, 80% works great for cold and damp, 100% feels so good in cold rain (like the overnight stretch of the Void rally in October. [*]Good value - very happy spending $129 (+15 s&h) on a nicely integrated system. Simple installation with minimal space requirements for the inline controller. [*]Works with Throttlemeister throttle-lock bar ends (with only a slight adjustment, not much more than the normal routine tightening due to O-ring slippage.) [/LIST] [B]Cons[/B]: [LIST][*]The connector between the the two grips is made with very brittle plastic, the lock tab snapped off the very first time I disconnected it. Wound up using small zip ties to keep them together. [*]The grip itself is firm with barely any cushioning. I'll be adding Grip Buddies (not puppies - which tear and absorb water) in a few weeks. [*]The button seems to require VERY deliberate presses - seemingly more so over the past year - with no tactile feedback (like a detent or click). While this may be to avoid accidental presses, it's an unneeded distraction, especially in cold, dark, rainy conditions. [/LIST] Also, it may be of interest that: [LIST][*]I mounted the left (control) side rotated slightly down to avoid accidental pressing across the horn or high beam switches, while still leaving the indicator visible. [*]I'll be adding Suzuki guards (a la Dale's guide: [URL="https://www.fjrtech.net/getdbitem.cfm?item=30"]https://www.fjrtech.net/getdbitem.cfm?item=30[/URL]) this winter. I'll bo my best to report on issues or workarounds with that project. [/LIST] [/QUOTE]
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