I just completed a HD heated grip install on my 2015 RG and thought I would post pictures/ summary to help others.
These are the grips I installed. It has the curious notation of "Not for use with internally wired handlebars" even though the HD website shows they will work. Perhaps this is in reference to the way the power feed wires are routed (which is externally for this set).
In addition to the grips, this is what's in the package. You won't use all of it.
I tried to document key steps with pictures but because I went back and took some pictures later things in the background may seem out of sequence.
This package says that it requires installation of "Electrical Connection Kit 69200722". I know some have wired grips without this harness, but I needed it for my heated seat and it was only $20.
To install the harness, take off the seat and LH side cover. Then remove 50 A main fuse. Then pull out the Body Module (do not disconnect). This gives easier access to route the very short harness through the frame and in front of the battery. I am pointing to the grey connector that I installed. You can sort of see where I routed the harness into the battery area just above my hand.
Here’s the accessory wires as viewed from above where I routed them in front of the battery.
Now to start disassembly. I used a slightly different sequence, but if doing it again I would start with Fuel Tank removal. This step is not required if you plan to attach power leads in the fairing as others have done. But to route the leads from the grips back to the accessory harness you will need the tank out. Plus it gets it out of the way to reduce risk of damage from dropped/dangling clutch and brake levers.
To remove the tank start with center console removal. Take out socket cap screw (4mm Allen) in front of gas door. Then remove the bolt at rear (3/8" hex).
Remove the gas cap and slowly lift up the console. You will need to bend back two retaining clips that hold vapor lines and fuel pump wiring.You will also need to remove a small vent line that attaches to the underside of the console near the gas cap.
These are the grips I installed. It has the curious notation of "Not for use with internally wired handlebars" even though the HD website shows they will work. Perhaps this is in reference to the way the power feed wires are routed (which is externally for this set).
In addition to the grips, this is what's in the package. You won't use all of it.
I tried to document key steps with pictures but because I went back and took some pictures later things in the background may seem out of sequence.
This package says that it requires installation of "Electrical Connection Kit 69200722". I know some have wired grips without this harness, but I needed it for my heated seat and it was only $20.
To install the harness, take off the seat and LH side cover. Then remove 50 A main fuse. Then pull out the Body Module (do not disconnect). This gives easier access to route the very short harness through the frame and in front of the battery. I am pointing to the grey connector that I installed. You can sort of see where I routed the harness into the battery area just above my hand.
Here’s the accessory wires as viewed from above where I routed them in front of the battery.
Now to start disassembly. I used a slightly different sequence, but if doing it again I would start with Fuel Tank removal. This step is not required if you plan to attach power leads in the fairing as others have done. But to route the leads from the grips back to the accessory harness you will need the tank out. Plus it gets it out of the way to reduce risk of damage from dropped/dangling clutch and brake levers.
To remove the tank start with center console removal. Take out socket cap screw (4mm Allen) in front of gas door. Then remove the bolt at rear (3/8" hex).
Remove the gas cap and slowly lift up the console. You will need to bend back two retaining clips that hold vapor lines and fuel pump wiring.You will also need to remove a small vent line that attaches to the underside of the console near the gas cap.