The global e-bike market has exploded in recent years, with millions of units sold annually and growth rates that show no sign of slowing. For riders who commute year-round or explore trails in cold weather, heated grips aren't a luxury—they're a necessity for safe, comfortable riding.
But designing heated grips for e-bikes presents unique challenges that don't exist in traditional powersports applications.
E-bike batteries are optimized for range, not accessory power. A typical e-bike battery provides 400-750Wh of total energy—a fraction of what's available in a powersports vehicle. Every watt drawn by the heating system directly reduces riding range.
Our e-bike heated grip designs prioritize extreme efficiency. Using precision-targeted heating zones, thermal insulation barriers, and intelligent power management, we've developed systems that provide effective warmth while drawing less than 15W per grip—roughly 1-2% of the battery's power output at typical riding speeds.
E-bike handlebars are significantly smaller in diameter than powersports grips, and the available space for heating elements is constrained by brake levers, shift controls, and display mounts. Our thin-profile heater designs are specifically engineered for these tight packaging constraints without compromising grip comfort or control feel.
We also work closely with e-bike OEMs to integrate our heating systems with their existing electrical architectures, ensuring clean installation and compatibility with battery management systems.
As e-bike adoption continues to accelerate globally, the demand for cold-weather accessories is growing in parallel. Symtec is well-positioned to serve this market with heating solutions that meet the unique demands of electric two-wheeled vehicles—efficient, lightweight, and built for the realities of daily use.