Electronics » Power output of accessory socket

Hi folks,
Heated grips are not enough, so I purchased some Gerbing heated gloves along with adapter for BMW power socket. Gloves draw 2 amps but don’t seem to work with the power socket on my RS.
Is this a canbus issue or could the gloves be drawing more than 2amps on the higher settings, leading to the socket switching them off?
The Gerbing literature for the socket adapter suggests they should work with the BMW socket.
I was trying to avoid wiring directly to the battery with a fuse between the battery and gloves but looks like I’ll have to get the socket set out!
Anyone else manage to get heated kit to work of the standard power socket?

2 amps should work with the power socket as long as you use the proper DIN style plug.
Don't forget the power socket is off when the bike is shut off.

I would buy a heated jacket liner and this will force you to connect direct to the battery :)

I think I may well end up attaching a lead directly to the battery so that the power outlet can be used to charge my phone.
I was trying to avoid doing any work that involved using tools as I consider myself inept when it comes to basic DIY.
I have only just figured out how the front door bell works. Apparently you have to press a button to make it ring! ;)

I am using a controller and the Gerbing lead is attached via the recommended BMW socket outlet adapter.
I have unlocked the glove controller to allow the gloves to get the full power for when it is below zero. I did wonder if this higher setting draws too much current, switching the socket off via the can bus.
As I don't really understand this can bus stuff, I am probably talking electronic nonsense. However, I don't really understand why BMW have an accessory socket if commonly used accessories don't work. Or is it an exercise in ensuring that only BMW accessories are compatible. It's bad enough that all the bolts are star type instead of hexagonal or allen type.
If so, this will ultimately drive me back to another manufacturer (I still like Ducatis a lot). I think this is why I stopped buying BMW's 20 years ago.
Anyway, only 1000miles in and I will persevere for a few more as the engine is very nice.

Question - I've got a new RS and have a question about the BMW socket outlet. With a powerlet adapter on an older GT of mine it would trickle charge the battery.
Tried to plug in to the RS from my battery tender and no dice. Wondering if it's a bad cable or if the RS does not support this and I need a direct lead from the battery.
Thanks!

Zitat von stupolvo im Beitrag #6

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Question - I've got a new RS and have a question about the BMW socket outlet. With a powerlet adapter on an older GT of mine it would trickle charge the battery.
Tried to plug in to the RS from my battery tender and no dice. Wondering if it's a bad cable or if the RS does not support this and I need a direct lead from the battery.
Thanks!

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Zitat von Sanemancured im Beitrag #7

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Zitat von stupolvo im Beitrag #6

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Question - I've got a new RS and have a question about the BMW socket outlet. With a powerlet adapter on an older GT of mine it would trickle charge the battery.
Tried to plug in to the RS from my battery tender and no dice. Wondering if it's a bad cable or if the RS does not support this and I need a direct lead from the battery.
Thanks!

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You'll need a CANBUS Optimate or equivalent or the BMW charger.

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The BMW charger is really nice. I have it and I love it. I personally don't go cheap on stuff like this.

https://www.amazon.com/Battery-Tender-08...ps%2C301&sr=8-6

$5 per unit.