Triumphrat

10-01-2004

according to the wiring diagram, my '03 S3 has an accessory socket somewhere. Does anyone, 1) know where it is, 2) know if I can wire heated grips in to it and, 3) know what sort of plug to use if the answer to 2) is yes!

Alternatively, where is a good place to break in for a live for the grips? Brake light switch perhaps?, horn?

Captain_Rat · 10-01-2004

I was always under the impression that the socket was an accessory that didn't come with the bike.

Capt.

Captain_Rat · 10-01-2004

Gazzer,

I haven't done it, but send me a PM with your email address and I'll send you the wiring diagrams. In short, the accessory socket is the Orange auxiliary wire and Ground to Black.

Most posts I have seen recommend using a BMW socket, rather than the good old $2 car cigarette socket from your local car parts store. They were built to be stronger, withstand more load, and be more weather resistant.

You might want to consider wiring to the ignition so you don't forget and leave those things on and kill your battery.

Or you could just buy some heated gloves. ;-)

Regards,
Capt.