Heated Grips Kahuna vs Streamliner
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Heated Grips Kahuna vs Streamliner
So I’m down to two heated grips: Kahuna and Streamliner.
I have a 2021 Heritage Classic 114.
Anyone have experience with either?
I have a 2021 Heritage Classic 114.
Anyone have experience with either?
Last edited by Evil Dave; Jan 2, 2023 at 06:07 PM.
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I had the Kahuna on my RGS, installed by the dealer 2k after delivery,
They looked nice, but that's where the positives ended for me unfortunately. Even on their highest setting I could barely feel them through my thin gloves, certainly not hot enough to keep my hands warm in 30-40* weather. That seems like I'm in the minority though, as most people report that they get scorching hot.
My only other "gripe" would be that they felt significantly larger than the original grips. Thought I would get used to it over time but never did.
I wouldn't tell someone NOT to get them, but if you're concerned about grip size at all, try to find a bike with them installed and wrap your paw around it first.
*I have ridden other HD bikes with HD heated grips and they didn't have the same issues I had with my Kahunas
They looked nice, but that's where the positives ended for me unfortunately. Even on their highest setting I could barely feel them through my thin gloves, certainly not hot enough to keep my hands warm in 30-40* weather. That seems like I'm in the minority though, as most people report that they get scorching hot.
My only other "gripe" would be that they felt significantly larger than the original grips. Thought I would get used to it over time but never did.
I wouldn't tell someone NOT to get them, but if you're concerned about grip size at all, try to find a bike with them installed and wrap your paw around it first.
*I have ridden other HD bikes with HD heated grips and they didn't have the same issues I had with my Kahunas
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I have the Kahuna's, zero problem with the heat, typically only need to run them on 2-3. I like the center groove in them as well as the diameter being a big larger. Very comfortable and have held up well.
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Kahuna look more modern, Streamliners look more classic.
If you got chrome stuff on your Heritage with spoked wheels... Streamliner.
If you got modern blacked out stuff and mags, Kahuna.
If you got chrome stuff on your Heritage with spoked wheels... Streamliner.
If you got modern blacked out stuff and mags, Kahuna.
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FranBunny,
My 2021 Heritage is deadwood green with stock items: Chromed spoke wheels with black rims. Black and chrome engine. Chrome handlebars. I could go either way. There’s a chrome and black and an all black for the Streamliners.
Just wanted to see what grip is the better grip.
My 2021 Heritage is deadwood green with stock items: Chromed spoke wheels with black rims. Black and chrome engine. Chrome handlebars. I could go either way. There’s a chrome and black and an all black for the Streamliners.
Just wanted to see what grip is the better grip.
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Yeah that center groove looks like a nice feature. I like a larger grip as well.
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I have the Kahunas on my bike and like them a lot. They get very hot and I normally find myself having to turn them down to around 3, even when it's very cold.
I am a fan of wide grips, so have no issue with them having a larger diameter.
There are some good install videos on YouTube if you plan on doing the install yourself. It's not hard, but the tank does need to come off. You need to pull the wire for the left grip through the bars, but the right hand side is prewired on the 2018+ Softails. Then you connect it up in the plastic USB caddy under the tank. You do also need an extension wiring kit which is around $20 or so IIRC.
I am a fan of wide grips, so have no issue with them having a larger diameter.
There are some good install videos on YouTube if you plan on doing the install yourself. It's not hard, but the tank does need to come off. You need to pull the wire for the left grip through the bars, but the right hand side is prewired on the 2018+ Softails. Then you connect it up in the plastic USB caddy under the tank. You do also need an extension wiring kit which is around $20 or so IIRC.
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I have the Kahunas on my bike and like them a lot. They get very hot and I normally find myself having to turn them down to around 3, even when it's very cold.
I am a fan of wide grips, so have no issue with them having a larger diameter.
There are some good install videos on YouTube if you plan on doing the install yourself. It's not hard, but the tank does need to come off. You need to pull the wire for the left grip through the bars, but the right hand side is prewired on the 2018+ Softails. Then you connect it up in the plastic USB caddy under the tank. You do also need an extension wiring kit which is around $20 or so IIRC.
I am a fan of wide grips, so have no issue with them having a larger diameter.
There are some good install videos on YouTube if you plan on doing the install yourself. It's not hard, but the tank does need to come off. You need to pull the wire for the left grip through the bars, but the right hand side is prewired on the 2018+ Softails. Then you connect it up in the plastic USB caddy under the tank. You do also need an extension wiring kit which is around $20 or so IIRC.
