How to install a Wunderlich heated seat on a BMW R1200 GS
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- Опубліковано 21 жов 2024
- How to install a Wunderlich heated seat on a BMW R1200 GS - It's been pretty parky this last winter out on the bike and even with BMW's heated grips it can still get a bit chilly on long runs. Unfortunately BMW do not offer a heated seat option on the R1200GS but they are available via aftermarket suppliers. In this video I show you how I went about fitting a Wunderlich heated seat from Nippy Normans on my BMW R1200GS.
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Quite impressed with the lack of cursing and swearing, you are very calm... :-)
Thank you - I try to be!
Five years on, bought the seats from Nippy Normans - everything you'd expect for quality, style and function. Had a query that I addressed direct to Wunderlich. The response back was immediate, supportive and they resolved my query leaving me reassured and satisfied. First class service from start to finish 👍
I would personally get rid of that Scotch lock and solder the wires together. They are potentially a bit of a hazard, they are not waterproof and they can become loose over time and you can get shorts. A soldering iron would do the job just as quick and it is far more reliable.
Ideally you need some shrink tube as well...
Yes you're not the first to mention that! Got some more work to do I think....
You're absolutely right mate!
I used to use them when adding things like spotlights and dukes of hazzard air horns on my ford capri's in the 80's.
They need to be crunched down with mole grips to ensure they puncture the cable properly and make a good connection. Don't overcrunch though. The clip on the side should still make a nice 'pop' as it clicks into place. Mine were blue. Can't recall having any issues with them failing but under a bonnet out of the elements you won't. I also used to smother them with a dollop of coppaslip grease to make sure nothing got in. It worked. They are a cheap and cheerful design and do the job. Solder is better of course.
Back in the old days, the 80s, whenever there was an electrical fault on the old bangers I had to get around in, it was always because of those things. I'm sure if done right they would be better but The Missenden Flyer is an Electronics Engineering graduate (Me too) , a drop of solder would be a breeze ;)
Nevets in the past I've had nothing but trouble with scotch blocks. I personally wouldn't have one anywhere near my GS. :-(
i bought my 600 fazer for less than that seat, five years ago with 15000 miles on the clock and it's still a brilliant bike, makes you wonder
I bought a 1200gs with one of these already on it. I don’t ever use it and had a fitted sheepskin seat cover made for the riders seat so you can’t really feel it through the sheep skin anyway. Iv left it on as cba to fully remove the wiring in the loom etc and the cover is made to fit this specific seat
Good job there sparky, I bought a sheep skin cover for mine £31.50 from ebay, made a big difference, no more sweaty gonands. 👍
I put a £6.99 heat pad on R1200 GSA which you can take on & off .Plus a sheepskin seat cover brilliant.😉
great vid as always but keis heated clothing a lot cheaper and the heated under trousers always going to be better than a heated seat. seat looks good though
I put a set of genuin Harley auxiliary lamps on my Fatboy, what a faff, but got there in the end, you done well 👍😎
Doesn't go down well when my wife walks in, I'm sitting there with the lap top and all she hears is, "Look at these puppies!"
Oops!! :0)
I know that predicament! :-)
This is bike porn
Now that looks nice! I’m cold at the warmest of times. A great addition and if keeps you out and on the road a bit longer with more comfort, why not!
You’d think with all the liquid cooled bikes these days someone would have designed a hot water flow from the bikes radiator...Dragons den, here I come 😀
I like that idea!
Wouldn’t have minded a nice warm ball bag through winter.
It's better than it sounds I can assure you....
The CANBUS stays live for 20 seconds or after the ignition is turned off, relay was connected to a switched source so once the relay no longer senses power the seat is turned off.
you may already have figured this out but I just was installing the Wunderlich heated low seat and came across the same problem. I found that the switch housing has a small linear protrusion that is there to key into a cutout in the bracket. The brakes does't have that cutout so the end result is the switch housing puts pressure on the internal switch operation and does not allow it to work properly. The quick solution is to just shave the protrusion off and the switch will work properly. I am surprised that the unit I received still has a bracket without the cutout! I contacted Wunderlich and sent email with picture.
Thanks for this video!! It helped me to install a "Russell All Day Saddle" with heat--same method! Thanks again. I have enjoyed your videos (2014 GSA)
Just as well my RT has heated seats fitted already. I certainly wouldn't want to shell out a grand for those ones. I suspect you are already planning your video on the wiring / switch upgrade.
Brilliant video again thanks.. You are a natural behind the camera..... But definitely not with simple wiring.... GCSE electronics :-) :-) :-) :-) :-) :-)
I did a degree in electronics!
TheMissendenFlyer okay 😂😂😂 they did give you shitty connectors .. wires that were too short, a one page instruction without any real theory, and a switch that didn't fit. .. Hey but cool warm bum and all that. . ♨♨♨♨ Nice one TMF....
You may want to relocate that switch, I'm thinking about the road grime around that part of the bike, might not portend well for it. Have a look around there, chances are there are no electrics other than thoroughly insulated ones. As a reference point, have a look at the location of the pillion seat heater switch on the BMW K1200GT just to get you started. Good stuff though. Cheers!
Excellent action packed vid MrF, but 2 words......Prawn vindaloo!
Has the same effect and two advantages
1. Costs a lot less
2. You find out who you’re real friends are
A+ ;)
Like it!
Do have a question, was reading below... should I solder the connection instead to the red/blue striped wire? I love the heat I'm using--just on and off. Did you change the connection to the CAN-BUS (I'm out of warrantee of course)... thoughts?
Did you know you can buy 240 100g tubes of Deep Heat for the price of those seats?
Nice maths!
Or 1 x £4 hot water bottle from Wilkinsons leaving £996 to get that new £900 camera you want.
The KTM Ergo heated seats (i.e. KTM power parts) are something like £450 for the pair I seem to recall, these seem very pricey in the extreme.
With the KTM ones you could have heated seats as well as a supply of deep heat/water bottle(s) and heated gloves/jacket for the same money.
Hi mate. Yeah heated seats are essential on that type of bike. My Triumph Tiger XCA had heated rider and pillion seats, two heat settings and a nice tactile little switch. Triumph 1 BMW 0 . If you’re on a long journey and it’s raining and chilly, a heated seat and grips can be the difference between a tolerable ride and absolute purgatory .
I some Wunderlich stuff on my old GSA and like you I found that they let themselves and their customers down by finishing what is a brilliant product with a cheap crappy thing like that switch and it’s fixings. No excuse for it.
I fitted some flooter driving lights to the GSA and the same problem, a Christmas cracker switch. I went down to my local auto and marine electrical store/workshop who fitted a brilliant Hella item, worked fantastic, looked the part, was illuminated as well. Come on Wunderlich ffs.👍🏻😆
Cheers Mike - I'm also riding the Triumph Tiger 1200 at the moment which has heated seats - I'm a huge convert!!
Nicely done. Enjoy it in good health, TMF!
Thank you....
Hi TMF, I see a few have suggested that you reposition the heated seat button, but I also wondered when you were having trouble with the button on fixing, could it be that the mount is on the wrong way round and if inserted from the other side would it then work properly? Just wonder if the hole has a different shape when viewed on the otherside, and if you do remove for re-locating might be worth a look.
I'll have a look - thanks for the idea.....
Totally superb video, very tempted for my GS too but actually not really had a cold bottom, regardless tempting...
Well it actually keeps your core war, I'm a convert - thanks for watching.....
Cheers, every biker I know knows your channel, top work... :-)
Thanks for the help with this video. I've obviously mis-wired something. The seat heater works and the red light is on when the bike ignition is off. However, when I turn the ignition on, the seat heater will not turn on and the red light won't like up. I've double checked all the wiring and everything seems to match your video. Any thoughts on what might be wrong?
No idea I’m afraid - sorry!
Thought I was watching “dels garage” for a moment then,what lengths a man will go to to have a warm bum hahaha brilliant,always love watching you “flaff” about in the man cave.
Thanks James - high praise indeed!
I wonder if the seats can be wired into network so they turn on and off with switch for handle bar heaters.
I'm working on connecting this up to my Hex EZ-Can......
Lovely seats, but was the fitting kit an Friday afternoon after thought? It might be worth seeing of taking a dremel to the switch mount will ease the pressure on the switch when it's in place...depends on the issue, but sounds like it's squeezing the switch too much. Having said that, when you pay that much, you'd expect a proper fitting kit and instructions! Those scotch locks work, but really don't like them and I'd rater splice in a cable using connectors, but I doubt it will give you trouble with some insulation around. The switch would annoy me and being able to switch the seats on separately would have been nice. One very important point tough, I'd fit an in line fuse , as close to the battery as possible. Easily done, cut the wire, add two spade connectors and buy an in line blade fuse holder. I'd also run the cable from the fuse through some plastic conduit....you can buy thin gauge stuff that is slit along it's length that you just slip the wire into and it springs shut. It'll protect the wire as it winds it's way to the relay, so no chance of inadvertent chaffing. For the cost of the seats, you'd think they would have this all thought out, as just adding literally a couple of quid to the parts list would have this all sorted. They do look good, but will they keep your cuppa warm when you are working in the garage?!?!?
Thanks for the advice...and no, they don't get thaaat hot!
I also bought one of these Wunderlich heated seats from Nippy Normans for my 2016 BMW GSA recently. I chose the Normal height seat because I wanted to retain the same seat height as standard. When I fitted the Wunderlich seat to my bike with the seat support in my usual High position I found two things. Firstly, there was a large unsightly gap between the front of the seat and the fuel tank. This gap disappears with the seat support in its Low position. Secondly it was significantly lower than the standard seat. I complained to Nippy Normans who checked my order and confirmed that I had received a Normal height seat and not the Low version as I suspected. I see that there is now a comment on the Nippy Normans website page which states that the Wunderlich seat is in fact 20mm lower than the normal BMW seat when fitted to the GSA. In fairness to Nippy Normans, they immediately agreed to take the seat back and refunded the payment
Very nice, one thing though wouldn’t the switch be better located on or around the handle bar area? I’d image you would want to be able to switch it on and off on the move.
Yes, true...
Maybe get a three spade switch that looks smart and you can now wire up onto the handlebars to turn on and off on the move. More bespoke and a bit smarter. Take the switch to Maplins see if they do anything
I thought Maplins went into administration?
They're hanging on for a few more days yet I think....
Is there anything you can't buy for the GS? Laser guided missiles maybe? :)
Not seen them but I assume Touratech do some ;0)
Cool, I will order some Hi-Viz missiles then.
You can't buy a smooth running engine...!!!! LOL
Beautiful seats, looking forward to your comfort review 👍
Good video. I'm not a fan of those crimp style connectors, they haven't worked well for me. Oh, and by the way, "1970" called, and they want their multimeter back! What a museum piece! lol
He he - I've had that multimeter ever since my Electronics A Level....(some years ago!)
very interesting despite not owning the bike or seats
Thank you!
you might have continuity on that earth connection but you will have a high resistance by putting the ring terminals on top of the plastic. This will cause a lot of heat and a possible fire hazard you will need to put the ring terminals directly onto the frame and did that battery positive have a fuse in it close as possible to the battery. Yet again another fire hazard. P.S I work as an auto electrician in the bus industry so please check these points out and also scotch lock connecters are frowned upon as they corroded if in any damp area. Hope this helps Richard.
You're not the first to mention all those points, thanks Richard...
Great vid. What's the difference in seat height or width of seat? Looks good, but might be able to custom build a more solid switch gear...also does it have different levels of heat like the RT or is it just on/off?
Slightly wider seat, but I have gone for the low version so no worries - only "on" or "off" not differing levels....thanks for watching - TMF
When those connectors are supplied with anything I buy they go straight in the bin. They are more trouble then they are worth. I would have soldered that connection then insulated with tape.
Fair enough - as I said I've not used them before so have no experience of that but a few others have mentioned the same....we will see!
Amazing looking seat, price would seem fair if the fit and finish of the switch was more premium and less poundshop. Great video as usual!!
Cheers Richard, agreed all round!
Another cool vid.yesterday I contacted the insurance company that sponsor you for a quote on a crf1000l full no claims riding 30 years living just outside London advanced ticket £1000 😳.
Crikey! - Did you get an entry into the prize draw?
TheMissendenFlyer yes mate
From this I suspect you won’t be going for a new GS with the TFT screen and hey why should you as yours is a very tidy machine and with the added luxury of the new go faster Carlos Fandango seats you will be good for many hours in the saddle. Re the power staying on to the seats a couple of friends of mine have had the same issue as you, the only thing I would be careful if is that most BMW’s now run a canbus system and chomping into wires can cost a small fortune.
Yes I might refit the wiring into my Hex EZCan system given the number of comments about the red connector and fusing I've had....
Hi TMF,
Quick question, what Go-pro's do you use? Have you made an upgrade to the latest Go-pro 6 if not do you feel the need?
Thanks Jordan
I use a GoPro Hero 4 - Don't feel the need to trade up (yet!) - deets in the description....
TheMissendenFlyer thanks, keep up the good content. I don't have a GS yet still watch these GS related videos.
So glad I've got standard seat heating on my r1200rt....only problem, even in winter in Perth Western Australia days are about 20 degrees.Assume it works..never tried them.
You lucky man!
Just watched this back to back with your Panigale 899 heat sheet install. Its funny how opposite both videos are. 😁
:0)
I'd always disconnect the battery when making additions to the loom and I certainly wouldn't use a scotch lock. For a 1000 pounds I'd expect a plug and play loom extension.
And using crimp on ring terminals is bad enough, yet TMF has earthed the heated seats by putting the terminals on top of plastic, just relying on the threads to make the earth return. Why oh why did you not take the earth terminals to the battery?
...more work for me to do me thinks...
Hi TMF. Is is possible to use the low seat on high position also or will it be a problem with the passenger seat? i like being able to flatfoot the ground but when going on long distances i want to sit a little higher and maybe get a little bit better knee angle as well. I was told the seat is a bit wider also making it harder to reach the ground properly?
No issue with passenger seat....
You need to fix the switches in the 'dashboard' panels for a solid location and better waterproofing. Just extend the cables using shrink wrap if necessary and you can power the relay by splicing into the accessory power socket in the dashboard area. It's also far less expensive to buy a Heat Demon on Ebay and unstable the seat cover, install the Heat Demon pad on the foam and use a power stapler to reinstall the cover. You'll save about £850...!
For £1000!!! they supply a cheap switch with cable ties. I have a better bracket holding the bell on my push bike. Heated seats nah, just put an extra pair of pants on.
Should try and connect it into the heated grip button some how ?
Yes I'm going to have a fiddle with my Hex EZ can when I get a chance....
Thanks for another great video! If I had tried it, UA-cam would have censored it due to "coarse language" as I tried to figure out the wire splicing and the switch. I ride all year, too (central California; down to around 25 degrees F) and was considering a similar solution. That switch would bug me, and I question whether the lack of heating level adjustment would mean you are constantly having to turn it on and off. I will look forward to a future update after you've had a chance to use it awhile.
Cheers Ben...stay tuned!
Thanks. I will!
nice review as always.... the remark i have is about the use of scotch locks (the red connector clamp thingy you installed) those are notoriously known for bad connections after a while. I know there provided by many aftermarket products causse there easy to install and work atleast for a while but your better of soldering those conections instead of relying on scotch locks.
You must be the 100th person to mention it ;0)
TheMissendenFlyer yeah sry.....i read the other comments after posting...:)
No worries...
Just seen this and would be curious to know just how well that naff switch and bracket have lasted?
No worries so far!
Did You also look at the Touratech heated seats, Mr. TMF? Those were put on market just a few months ago, but have the switch integrated into the seat!
BTW, after having got used to heated seats on the K1600, I find this to be the biggest missing element on the GS - once You get used to them, You can't live without them. Even in the summer, riding some rainy hours in the mountains in 10C ... heated seats (and grips) make life so much nicer! ;-)
You're pushing on an open door - I'm a convert!
looks absolutely fantastic.
Hey TMF, enjoyed the vid, thank you. Can I request that when you do the update to please include the upgrades, such as soldering the wires and refitting the the on/off switch?
Sadly I've already filmed that (before I posted the original vid ).....will talk about it in my live stream on Wednesday at 8pm though I imagine...
If this awful UK weather continue's I think you will still get a lot of use this Winter!
Agreed!
Thank you for posting this, i was wondering, how easy it could be. Might i ask, is it worth it? Would you go for it again?
It's great - but it is waaaay too expensive, I also find it a little uncomfortable compared to the stock seat. That said, in Winter, it is wonderful.....
Keep up the good Vids TMF (Nearly at 60K) I for one enjoy them very much. However, every time I look at your reviews whether bikes, gear or how to's I end up doing the research on the product especially the bikes!
Then I start thinking that could / might suit me better or why didn't I even consider that???..........Kerching, Kerching kerching!! Triumph T120 Black bought
Now I'm also looking at BMW R Nine Ts and 310 / KTM 390 for city riding.
I was an avid sports bike man but as you mention frequently the power can't really be used on the crowded UK roads and even if you do there ALWAYS risk.
TMF I salute you!
Thank you for your continued enthusiastic support Ian! ...I have some more BMW R9T stuff coming soon...hide your wallet!
Great TMF please BRING IT ON!!..... Now where's my wallet??? :-)
Great video. Thanks for sharing.
You're welcome.....
You are a broadcasting natural, I have no interest in BMW's nor in heated seats...still found the video
interesting to watch :) Well done mr flyer !
Brilliant - thank you "R"
Cold feet is a small problem for me, never considered a cold botty to be an issue ;-)
Good video, bonny lad, will save me a grand, cos no way am I sure about that scotchlock, and, frankly, the switch arrangement looks amazingly cheap and nasty for the money. Is it still turning round when you press it on the go? That would frustrate the bejaysus out of me. Added to that, like many, the last place I reckon I need any more heat is round the gonads - Betty Swollocks and I are very well acquainted. A good ol' pair of Rukka goretex strides and my 'nads are at the perfect temp anyway. Thanks for the heads up!
Fair enough!
Nice clear video, looks easy enough to install. Do you need to connect the pillion seat up separately, or can you link it to the riders seat?. Must say if I was paying that much for the seat I would want a switch that worked when snapped into place. Cheers.
Yeah that switch is a bit pants - I've been in touch with Nippy Normans and they are getting me a replacement. ...and the pillion seat is connected up separately (but in exactly the same way)...
Wow. Now im old and its nice to see the old spade connectors are still around. I would suggest (with respect) some vasiline in there as they have a habit of being a bit dodgy with vibration and potential water ingress over time. Awesome video as always. A cooling version would good for oz 😁😂👍
Thank you Andrew - and yes, I think judging by the comments, I have some more work to do on that install....every day's a school day!
TheMissendenFlyer There's a saying. " A critic is one thats tried and failed". Most would not have even attempted it, so you did a sterling job in showing the way. I'm trying to think where i used to get those blade connectors... "Halfords" rings a dull bell... but that was 35+ years ago...probably long gone.
Seat looks great. Not that surprised with the price, Touratech seat for my Crosstourer was over £400 and that only gets heated when the sun beats down on it. That switch though, thats rubbish and would pi55 me right off for that money. Have they never installed one themselves to check it all works properly?
I thought that too I must admit!
I'd try rotating that switch in the bracket. Might work properly then.
Tried that - since had the switch replaced and all is well.....
Another great tutorial, TMF. I'm surprised about the switch issue - being German Wunderlich products are normally very well designed - could it be faulty?
I love the way you talk to inanimate objects..." C'mon....where are ya?" ....I do just the same!
Cheers David - Best conversations I have!
Does look good. I know seats are expensive items. I think I’d unplug it in summer so you can get that seat off without worrying about the cable. Hot nuts on the beemer, cold uns on the Panigale. How’s the suspension after the replacement?
...let's not go there again...
TheMissendenFlyer haha. I was interested to know if the new one is better than it was originally. That’s all, not stirring it up, honest, lol
Simple answer - no, I actually preferred the second hand one I got fitted and then removed, that one felt great, new one, not so much....
TheMissendenFlyer gosh. Have you still got it? Did it cost much for Nigel to fit?
Hi TMF, out of curiosity why did you go for the Wunderlich and not the Sargent? The Sergent is cheaper, adjustable heat and cockpit mounted controls
I prefer the look of the Wunderlich (I could have mounted the buttons on the handlebars of course)....
Fancy a job in a bomb disposal team!
What makes you say that?
Just reminded me when it got to the tension bit, of which wire to cut!
Lol - like it....
Nice bit of kit, was there enough cable to mount the switch somewhere more conveniant ie handlebars so you could use on the fly?
Yes, you could certainly mount towards the front, may be a bit tight for the handlebars...
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Looks like you are keeping the GS then 👍
Did I ever imply I wasn't? Love that thing.....
Why not plug into the EzyCan you added for the lights?
Just trying to work out how to do that, and then, given the comments and the flimsy switches, I will likely rewire it that way...
Great Vid as always reviewing different products. Seats look really good. Be interesting to hear how well they work. Keep up the good work.
Just out of curiosity will the pannier make access to the switch tight?
Haven't tried that yet! May move that switch anyway......thanks for watching - TMF
So... only the rider's seat was heated? Whould it be possible to fit, wiringwise, a passenger's heated seat??
Yep
Would be nice to wire it into the heated grips switch.
Yes that would be coolio....oh, hang on as minute, hottio
Ha! I see what you did there! Love watching the GS videos. Drooling over what may be in my garage someday. Onwards and upwards!
Expensive stuff but I'd love to try it. Maybe I'll get a spin off your bike. Can't see myself spending that kind of cash on a seat. The button is disappointing considering the money spent. Great video yet again.
Thanks for watching and for stopping by! All the best - TMF
Not impressed with the switch position given the amount of water the rear tyre was chucks up. It’s unlikely to last a winter. I would have expected it to be up front on the dash somewhere.
We'll see - you can of course mount it where you want...thanks for watching - TMF
Should you connect it to hex ezcan/denali controller if you have one or to battery?
Could have done yes....
When (not if) it packs in lose the scotch lock & solder it. Was the battery lead fused?
looks like you need to make a hole in the bodywork for that on/off switch...just above where you have it now!
Yes not a bad idea that....another little job to do...
I'd always disconnect the battery when making additions to the loom and I certainly wouldn't use a scotch lock. For a £1000 I'd expect a plug and play loom extension.
I think you speak with the majority there!
.. where you discover that you have an aluminium frame ;) Would it be preferable to connect the earth and live directly to the battery (possibly, with an in line fuse)?
Probably.....
Good video instruction,thks.
Thanks for watching and for stopping by! All the best - TMF
Yes mate will stay live for 60 seconds, same as the din socket, looks cool that seat but expensive!
Agreed....
Interested to know how many times the heat element will be used having spending a thousand pounds.
I also agree with other more competent among the comments, click lock connector should be replaced as not realy fit for the vibration of the bike.
And the switch position, right in the flight path of crud from the rear wheel.
For the money, why did they supply the poor fittings?
...I have since moved that switch to the front by the way....
I'd want more than a toasty arse for 1k... looks nice and if you've got the cash to spare why not! Enjoy the ride 👍
Wow pricey, especially being supplied with cheap scotchlok connectors. I don't like the way they basically cut in to the wire to make a connection. keep your eye on it as their not the best. Solder, heat sink and re-tape job will be much better. However great video as per usual any chance of a video showing us the set up in the garage it looks a great man cave
Cheers Chris - more work for me to do on this one me thinks......
Pricey but nice! Does the pillion seat have its own switch or is it on with the riders seat all of the time?
Nope, it has a separate switch.....
Heated seat you be getting a coffee cup holder next Mr flyer.lol
Are they available?
Heated seats FTW, the factory ones on the KTM are superb and have allowed me to keep riding in the recent snow - well those and the O/R ability of the KTM likely plays some part in it too. ;)
The autoclutch I recently had fitted has been amazing in the crappy conditions too - If you can find one for the BMW maybe you can review one of those too TMF, on and also on some light O/R like you did with the Triumph etc?
Oh and I imagine the W is pronounced like the English V and means "whimsical, strange" in German apparently, i.e. "a strange kind of wonderful". ;)
Oh and "liquid tape" is fantastic to cover the wires back up when you are done.
Great vid as usual TMF, ive just taken a look at the Touratech heated seat, £606 for the main seat, but, it has an intergrated button on the side of the seat it self, which has two setting, so no daft button to mount somewhere else. It looks like theres more to it than the Wunderlich.
...there may well be - The Wunderlich looks best though in my opinion...
@@TheMissendenFlyer can you comment if there are multiple heat settings or if it’s just on/off? My concern is that on a day that’s not extremely cold, the seat may feel too hot if it only has one setting. Thank you for your response in advance.
Great vid as ever. I've been considering getting these seats after having heated ones on my Triumph Explorer. I may just go for the riders seat (the mrs. will have to suffer!!). Is is me or is it fairly typical that jobs on bikes are never as straight forward as they seem? Wunderlich products are good (my bikes adorned with them) but the instructions are rubbish and that switch is poor when you have spent all that money. Just a thought (unless someone has already mentioned it) what a about a washer to raise the switch proud of the holder? Well having just had my holiday to Lanzarote cancelled due to the weather last week, I do have some spare cash lying around!! Just better not tell the Mrs, she wants to put it towards some new curtains!!
Yes I entirely agree, the simple jobs never turn out to be! I defo need to have a rethink on the switch and I may yet plumb the whole thing into my Hex EZ-Can and lose the red connector...brilliant having a warm bum though, and the Wunderlich seat looks good IMO...
Hi, is the heated seat on/off only or are there more heat settings?
On or off....
Just seen this video. Does the pillion seat have its own switch?
Yes!
when are you adding the roof and steering wheel?
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TMF introduces new words, two classics in there, the best must we waterproofness, hehe, bless you and your warm butt :)
What was the other one? I'm often contributing to the English language....
Hi Andy, would you say this seat is better than a sargent seat
Not comfort wise no - it's bordering on uncomfortably hard, but the heating is nice! The standard BMW seat is way comfier...
@@TheMissendenFlyer Thanks ,i have a bad back and looking for comfort now.
Random question, what is your garage floor?
Stuff I bought from Costco - recommended!