For those with hand gaurds and the updated bars

[MXD]

Do the hand gaurds make that big of a difference as far as keeping the grips warm? Are they a must have? My updated bars on my 06 Apex get plenty warm but as soon as I take my hands off the bars even for a few seconds they cool right off and take several minutes to heat back up. I am also thinking of adding a mid height windsheild to see if that helps as well.

 

[Swiss Sledder]

I've found that the handguards on the updated bars do not keep the handwarmers hotter. The handguards make a difference in terms of keeping the wind off your hands. However, once it gets really cold, their effect is negligible.

 

[jkenosh]

i got handguards on a NON UPDATED 06 APEX and my hands never felt warm all last winter. Updated handlebars going to be installed next week.

 

[THKSNOW]

i got handguards on a NON UPDATED 06 APEX and my hands never felt warm all last winter. Updated handlebars going to be installed next week.

This year you should try wearing gloves...

Seriously, I installed the updated bars, have a short windy and no guards. Hot grips heat up fine, haven't ever had cold hands wearing Goretex Yamaha gloves.

THKSNOW!

 

[waldo1]

The new bars are very slightly warmer but the diameter is smaller - harder to hold on to - keep your old bars and do the wire change - you'll think your on an old sx. Another dropped yamaha ball.