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ANYONE HAVE CRUISE CONTROL ON THEIR BIKE?

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Throttle Rocker

Throttle Rocker

There's already a few messages about these on the forum but I can tell you that Throttle Rockers are wonderful...I bought one thinking I would take it off from time to time...I've never removed it and I just lOVE it.

You can buy one directly from the company (I think they cost $10 delivered). Mine's a couple of years old and still works but I plan to buy another one...just in case! :roll:

Of course, it's not a cruise control system but it's pretty slick! :!:
 
I had one on my Seca. Got it installed and setup to work right. Never used it. Not even once. I cannot imagine why you would want to put such a thing on a bike?
 
The only time I can really see any use for it is on four lane highways. I'm going to have a throttle lock on the 1100, and have already come to the conclusion that it could be a dangerous thing for two lane roads.

Brad tt
 
I use my throttle lock almost ALL the time. It's become second nature to flick it off when I need to, and even if it's engaged it can easily be overridden. I won't ride any distance without one -- it's a real joy to have!

Steve 8)
 
I don't have a throttle lock on my bike, yet some kind of "cruise control" on a bike is certainly nice to have.

The group I ride with has several Gold Wing and one BMW K1200LT rider. Even though I usually lead on the country roads, it's nice to let one of these guys lead when riding the interstate (which is unfortunately necessary sometimes).

Following a guy whose electronic cruise control sets the bike nicely at 74 mph, (9 over the speed limit), is quite convenient. Cops with radar will leave us alone, and it makes the boring ride go quicker.

Nick
 
Nick Diaz said:
I don't have a throttle lock on my bike, yet some kind of "cruise control" on a bike is certainly nice to have.

The group I ride with has several Gold Wing and one BMW K1200LT rider. Even though I usually lead on the country roads, it's nice to let one of these guys lead when riding the interstate (which is unfortunately necessary sometimes).

Following a guy whose electronic cruise control sets the bike nicely at 74 mph, (9 over the speed limit), is quite convenient. Cops with radar will leave us alone, and it makes the boring ride go quicker.

Nick
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That would be the way to go, a real cruise control system. Although even at that, my last 3 cars all had great functioning cruise control systems in them. I have driven to Florida and Kentucky and all over and have never ever used them more than just to try it. I simply do not like it. I like to be in control I guess? :) The throttle lock is what I had on my bike and it is out.
 
I have used several on previous bikes but one of the things that I don't like about a throttle lock is that they eventually cut into the plastic throttle tube under the grip.

I use a throttle rocker and it works pretty well. The only thing that I miss about the throttle locks is being able to take my right hand off the bars every now and then.

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I have a Vista Cruise on my 1100 and use it once it a while. Canada doesn't have enough flat road to use it as a cruise control, I just use it to hold the speed constrant while my right hand is off of the bar. Be it to close a zipper, scrath something, or heat my hand up on the engine.

Steve
 
I have a throttle lock and I hate it, in fact, thanks for reminding me to take it off tonight.

The stupid thing doesn't hold the throttle still (slips a little) and takes more than a thumb to take off, resulting in the RRREEEEEEEEEOOOOOoooooowwww Engine brake every time I blow the thing loose.
 
I have a throttlemeister on my R1, and its not that bad, but not super great. Once you get it dialed in, holding steady throttle is easy.

Disengaging is a bit tricky while under power, but you can roll one off while holding throttle. Usually I just get really lazy, clutch in and back off the throttlemeister, then match throttle to speed and re-engage clutch.

It is pretty cool to ride along no handed though :lol:
 
I don't know what these have to do with being lazy, but they are very useful. I've had mine for 18 or 19 years now.

I have an old N.E.P. throttle lock that operates with a thumb lever. Once adjusted, it engages and disengages easily, and you can still rotate the throttle when it's engaged.

I don't use it very frequently, but it's sure nice to have when my right hand needs some relief on a long ride.
 
I should mention that it's a really long stretch for your thumb if you're trying to rev the bike and start it at the same time.

Steve
 
I have an NEP one also, I think it works really well. Easy to apply, disengage, simple, and does not "lock" the throttle so hard it can't be overridden.

Kenny
 
A throttle lock can be a useful thing when doing repairs, it frees up a hand, basically :D Used it when doing electrical diagnostics. Don't normally use it when riding.
 
I got a throttle rocker, and love it. Not cruise control, it just allows you to flex your hand, relax your grip, while still maintaining trottle position.

http://www.throttlerocker.com/

best $9 I've spent yet. 2 years old and going.
 
I just installed a throttle rocker this weekend, and I think it's a keeper.

I had to stop three or four times to move it down another smidgen -- the suggested placement was a wee bit too high for me. When I'd push to initiate a right-hand turn, I would end up pushing on the TR and opening the throttle.

Now that it's down a bit more and in the right place for me, it's quite unobtrusive and allows me to use the same loose grip on the throttle hand that I usually use on the clutch hand. I have much less tingling effect from vibration on long rides. It's there when I need it, and completely out of the way when I don't.

I was also impressed with how stable it is -- I could remove it in a second if needed, but it's rock solid, even with my oddly shaped grips.
 
I have a Vista Cruise throttle lock on the Gold Wing and the GS1100. I would not ride without one and have been using one for at least 20 years. Both are the plain ring type model. They also make a universal type that has a rod connecting the handlebar to the actual locking part on the grip. I don't like that type because there is too much flex in the rod, and when you lock it at the desired rpm and let go of the throttle, the rpm drops because of the flex. The simple ring type Vista Cruise is the better of the two in my opinion because when you flip the lever to lock the throttle with your thumb at the desired rpm, it stays at that exact rpm when you let go of the grip. When properly set up, you can lock the throttle but still overide it in an emergency without flipping the lever, or instantly easily flip it on or off with your thumb. It's great for warming up the bikes. After the choke is off, lock the throttle at about 1,800 rpm until it warms up. I broke my right wrist many years ago so holding the throttle on a long ride is painful. The Vista Cruise really helps on those long rides. Bill
 
Oh, I forgot. The Vista Cruise is also great to use when synchronizing the carbs. I usually synch them at around 2,000 rpm and the Vista Cruise keeps it exactly there. Bill
 
I put a Vista cruise on my 83 Katana because my hand goes to sleep after riding for about 20 minutes. I bought the one that is for Kawasaki's that doesn't have the rods that go over the switch box. I had to do a little moodification to the plastic throttle sleeve, but when it was all done, it works great. It has a little tab on the side that attaces it to the Throttle casing. I made a small metal bracket to attach it. If anyone wants pictures of it let me know and I will post some. No more loss of feeling in my hand.
 
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