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Harriermann
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Hi guys I'm not sure if I'm barking up the wrong tree but I've seen other BMW's of a similar age to my 1999 R1100R that had a heated seat and I was wondering if there is an aftermarket way of achieving this or if it was even an option on the R model. Can you help?
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A Google search brought up a number of aftermarket options and some DIY YouTube videos. I doubt you'll find a R1100R seat all ready to go, but rather have to modify one.
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A sheepskin cover will provide some warmth and not nearly as expensive as a heated seat. But yes, there are available electrical options out there.
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Just warm it up before you sit on it. it will stay warm. :lol: But really, Iv'e not found that to be an issue. Id get heated gloves or socks before anything. or maybe helmet. I'm warm in the inner regions, annoyingly so.

I rarely use the heated grips even, I wear thick gloves, and alternate them in the 1150's oil coolers 8)

Id be interested to see what you can come up with for a bum-warmer.
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