Gear: Acewell HG-20 Heated Grips on Honda CRF300 Rally 4K

[@kenmoist]

Nice job. I like your videos because they show the hard parts we are also likely to encounter. Makes then real!

[@PeakMotorcycles]

Thanks. And yes, there’s nothing like sharing the struggle! 🤣. Sometimes there’s a chorus of ‘it’s easier if you did it this way’. Sometimes there is, sometimes there isn’t. Thanks for watching anyway and ride safe.

[@infernalcontraptions]

Hi Andre - when I fitted mine, I filed /sanded the throttle tube down slightly (10 minute job) and also released the throttle cables from the engine/injector side, which made relocating them much easier. Cheers Tim

[@PeakMotorcycles]

Nice one. I should have done that 🤣

[@luthorkhan5551]

Enjoyed your patience and perseverance mate! Most would have broken stuff. Stunning pink hair dryer. I froze my hands blue out on my CRF a few weeks back so tempted.

[@PeakMotorcycles]

Thanks Luthor, I didn’t 🤣. And not breaking stuff was probably my skill levels, or luck. On reflection, definitely luck! I actually bought them in March last year after freezing my hands, but then it got warmer so they sat on the shelf until a few weeks ago. They are very much appreciated now though.

[@bradb2514]

Much cleaner install than the Oxford. Nice!

[@PeakMotorcycles]

It is. I hope it lasts as long!

[@philiptomasevic5068]

Hi , I found putting a threaded bar with washers and nuts worked ok,just tighten the the nuts and it draws the grip on, cheers phil

[@PeakMotorcycles]

Cool, thanks

[@thesourboyrich]

Always great content. I subscribed about one month ago and have been enjoying all the videos. I have a question regarding your three-way plug 2:00. Is this something you just made yourself, or could I purchase it? It's a great idea. It saves messing around with the battery. Thanks.

[@PeakMotorcycles]

Hi, it is something I made myself using some extra connectors. They are all Sumitomo HX-060 waterproof connectors in case you can find them locally. If not, I have both male and female connectors in the Peak Motorcycles store. (10% off everything using code PeakMotoSub). peakmotorcycles.com/products/crf300l-crf300-rally-male-bike-side-accessory-connector peakmotorcycles.com/products/honda-crf300l-crf300-rally-accessory-connector Or drop me an email to [e-mail] and we can sort something out.

[@thesourboyrich]

@@PeakMotorcycles I will drop you an email. Thanks so much.

[@wayneh8767]

Another worthy upgrade! With the knurled throttle twist tube there, sometimes silicone spray helps, lets you get it in place easier and the knurled handle will hold it after. Or like you suggested dish soap can help too. Like the control switch integrated into the handle 👌

[@PeakMotorcycles]

Thanks! I tried some PTFE spray, and still couldn’t get it on, and then worried that perhaps it would then move once it was. I like the dish soap idea. It sounds like something that would help and then try. Though it was so difficult to get on, I think there’s enough mechanical grip already and I think it’s now on forever. 🤣

[@mrsilbo6499]

A bit fiddly, André, but I like your idea of a multi-plug connection into the the accessory socket.

[@PeakMotorcycles]

The other option would have been to have a separate fuse block in there, but I couldn’t find one small enough, and it would still need some connectors in there, or to cut them all off. I have some of the ‘bike’ side male connectors if you want to try it.

[@mrsilbo6499]

@@PeakMotorcycles Thanks André, when I pull the trigger on a 300 Rally, I'll come calling!

[@guyonacub4335]

I like these grips Hope they will fit the 250l model If I dont change the throttle tube, do I just cut the old grip off the old tube and then slip the new one over it Thanks, Roy

[@PeakMotorcycles]

Hi Roy, I haven’t done it, but yes. Perhaps check the length of the throttle tube first before you cut anything, but I think it should be fine.

[@jimhackney4727]

Hairspray works very well. The alcohol will evaporate and the sticky part of the hairspray acts like grip glue. I've found that you need to give it a good 24 hours after installation to let it completely set up.

[@PeakMotorcycles]

Thanks Jim. I guess this would be for the left one. Not sure I have any hairspray (can’t imagine why 😁), but I guess it would be fun to see what looks I get if I went to buy some! 🤣

[@conradfischer2177]

Hi Andre! Nice video and tidy alternative to the Oxford grips. One question, could you tell me where to find those plugs to build the multi power access you presented? Greetings from Munich, Conrad

[@PeakMotorcycles]

I found them from a UK automotive supplier. I’ll see if I can find the name. They are Sumitomo HX-060 2 pole male connectors. I bought 50 of them as that was a price break. To buy one or two was about 10x the price. If you can find some locally, that’s probably best. If not, and you’d like some, I think cost me £3.50 each, so if you don’t mind covering the cost + shipping, I can send you some. Drop me an email to [e-mail] if that looks cheaper than getting them locally.

[@conradfischer2177]

@@PeakMotorcycles Thanks for your reply and help. Much appreciated! I will look for the locally, now that I know the name ans specifications.

[@JIMWSMITH]

Have this brand been around a while ? Looked for some reviews but couldn't find any.. they look very tidy great not having a huge controller unit . How longs the warranty?

[@PeakMotorcycles]

Hi Jim, they have, but mainly for after market dashboards and screens. I think the warranty is one year, but I suspect any damage is likely to occur during installation or a significant fall, and I suspect neither would be a warranty replacement. I guess the only bit to go might be the seal round the button, but it’s not particularly exposed, so maybe that’s not a problem. Time will tell.

[@leeheywood8005]

Great series of vids Andre. Is the throttle Tube the same as the crf 250 / 450 x or specific for the 300. Tia Lee.

[@PeakMotorcycles]

Hi Lee, this one was the same. It was an eBay special from China. I wasn’t sure it’d fit until I was actually doing it. So yes, it was a universal one, but having only done this one, i wouldn’t wish to say all will work.

[@leeheywood8005]

@@PeakMotorcycles Thanks for the reply. It's often trial and error with a new model. We appreciate your efforts.

[@reg26]

Where did you get that 3 plug electrical plug that plugs into the connection in the front of the Rally? Did it come with the kit. I Want one of those. Thanks

[@PeakMotorcycles]

Hi, I made it… one female to three male connectors. Where are you? I have the connectors but only really ship to the UK. If not In the UK, you should be able to get them from and auto-electrics store. The connectors are Sumitomo HX-060 two pole waterproof connectors. A female plugs into a power point on the bike, and the male connectors let you plug your other devices into it.

[@temeventures577]

Do you have instructions on how to you the Sumimoto plugs? I currently have my 12V socket connected to the accessory plug with a SRC Moto plug set. I’d like to now add a connection to Garmin Zümo XT. An option is of course to hardwire it to the battery but your solution seems legit.

[@Der_Meikel]

Where can I get this neat extension cable from plzz :-D ?

[@PeakMotorcycles]

It’s a home made one I’m afraid. I made it myself from individual connectors.

[@scubabiker7]

Hi, Do you have a new link for the throttle tube please?

[@PeakMotorcycles]

I did, and it's in the description, but I see that the link no longer works.... I guess the seller no longer sells them or as it's been a couple of years eBay have dropped the listing. If you search on eBay or google for CRF300 throttle tube, I'm sure there's plenty of options available now.

[@omadon99]

Which throttle tube did you get? Is it the same as for the 250l?

[@PeakMotorcycles]

It was a 250L eBay special from China. Not sure if it’s the same as all others though. It’s the only one I’ve tried. It’s this: ebay.us/71vNB7

[@Mickey-hr2ju]

Hi Andre, I hadn’t heard of these heated grips until I saw your video. How have they been after a couple of weeks use? Would you recommend them over the Kosovo Apollo grips which are similar? Thanks again for you informed content

[@PeakMotorcycles]

Hi, so far so good. They get nice and warm and I tend to start on the highest setting and then drop them down to 2 or 3. I think they are very similar, (might even be the same underneath?) but I haven’t tried the Koso ones so I’m not sure I can recommend one over the other without that information. Apologies.

[@Mickey-hr2ju]

Thanks for your reply Andre. That’s very helpful. Cheers

[@PeakMotorcycles]

@@Mickey-hr2ju very? 😉 I’d go for a medium helpful. I’m sure some folks would recommend the one they picked, but for me, I only tried one, and after a few weeks of use, and no reference point for the Koso grips, I can only give initial feedback on what I have.

[@Mickey-hr2ju]

Ha ha, no I’ll stick with very helpful! Your videos help all of us bikers out there a lot. Cheers Andre

[@bondibeast]

I justt asked in another of your videos if the 300l also comes with the accessory socket, you answered that in this video thanks.... my next question is how many accessories can you run at the same time. phone, navigator, camera batteriy charger, drone charger where does it end. how much can that plug put out?

[@PeakMotorcycles]

The circuit is fused for 10A, so that’s the max. In practice, I’d probably try to keep it to 8A or so. If you get to 10, the fuse will blow a lot. I plan on running my BMW Nav VI (less than 1A), my heated grips (4A on the hottest setting) and Denali DM spots (1.6A). See if your various items have the current draw on them. If not and they only have the input power in Watts, divide that by 12 for the current. If they only have output power, then divide the power by the voltage to get the current. E.g. a 40W USB charger provides 40W of power at 5V which is 8A. Make sense?

[@bondibeast]

@@PeakMotorcycles legend!!

[@davidgerrard8661]

Would putting the throttle tube in the freezer help?

[@PeakMotorcycles]

Maybe a little, but I’m not sure it would contract that much. It was pretty cold (close to freezing when I was doing it) so I’m not sure that would have been enough.

[@hankwojo]

Wow! After watching you wrestle with the throttle side handgrip, I think I'll just settle for heated gloves.

[@PeakMotorcycles]

You are wise. I wish I’d know. About the wrestling before I started. The other option is to give it to a dealer and get them to do it!

[@aaron___6014]

How did you get your rally? Dealers near me can't seem to get them?

[@PeakMotorcycles]

I got lucky… I saw the press release in November 2020 saying that they were coming to the UK, and called my dealer then. It turned up in February 2021 mid-lockdown. Being early/first helped. My Rally is frame #99, so one of the first outside of Asia. So lucky and early, neither of which are much help now I’m afraid.

[@MotoVania]

I’ve always had good results with Rapid-Tac. It works as a lube when wet but drys tacky

[@PeakMotorcycles]

Thanks Travis, I’d not heard of that before. It looks like we can get it in the UK but it’s sold as a vinyl graphics positioning product. Is it the same stuff?

[@MotoVania]

@@PeakMotorcycles Yup, that’s it’s original intent, but I’ve found it works really well for this too

[@イエンスヨハンセン]

plug the grip in and warm it up?

[@PeakMotorcycles]

Instructions said don’t power up unless it’s installed, and if you do, the warranty is void.

[@claretbuck1882]

Top job bud 👍🏻

[@PeakMotorcycles]

Thanks. It’s another one for the ‘short tasks that take ages because of one stupid thing’ list 🤣

[@enduromotorradtouren]

That was a tight fit on the rightern side, Andre. I liked your solution getting it on the alloy tube. But I have no idea how to turn the grip afterwards. Maybe someone else? Cheers from Nürnberg/Germany, Günter

[@PeakMotorcycles]

Only magic I think. It’s about 20 degrees away from where it would ideally be, and it seems to be fine, so hopefully my mistake means everyone else gets it right!