Cruise control

[Ranger]

Anyone seen this, couldnt find it here.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BmwkuzbsiOg

I'm going to try it tomorrow.

 

[Planecrazy]

Most interesting solution! I like the fact that he showed how by sliding the O-Ring back on to the bar end the grip returns to completely normal operation...

Another interesting homemade option I recently saw also popped up as an alternative on the same Youtube link you put up ... using a coated metal hanger, twisted to create the same friction effect, but using the front brake handle as the "stop." Normal operation is the "default" unless you use your index finger to "apply" the homemade throttle lock once you're under way.

Two clever alternatives to buying a commercial solution!

Regards,

 

[Ranger]

Im actually in the process of building a ratchet type system similar to those on snowboard bindings or roof rack systems. As it turns when you set the cruise control it locks it into place at that position, then you can press the button and allow it to slide back to normal or pull the front brake which has a mechanism that lifts the assembly off the tracks. I think this o ring will be easier but if you could post a link to where you saw the wire hanger thatd be cool too.

 

[Steve]

As it turns when you set the cruise control it locks it into place at that position, ...

I would be EXTREMELY leery about anything that LOCKS the throttle.

Besides the obvious safety factor, take a look at the inconvenience, too. :-k

You are cruising along, throttle is set perfectly for your speed. You come to an overpass, you need to add a bit of throttle. Can you do it?

OK, now let's go down the other side of that overpass. Your speed was perfect, then you had to add some throttle for the uphill, now you need to release the throttle for the downhill. Can you do it?

The o-ring will allow you to do that, but only if you have bar-end weights. None of my bikes have them.

I still prefer the Vista Universal Cruise Control for about $35 from most accessory vendors. It adds just enough friction (and it's adjustable) to allow you to remove your hand from the grip, if you need to, and still allows "normal" action when it's not activated. Even when activated, you can still move the throttle if something demands it.

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[Ranger]

Well theres also this, although it looks tacky I'm sure with a big of thought it could be made nicer and inconspicuous.

http://www.ofb.net/~sethml/motorcycle/throttle-lock/

 

[posplayr]

Here is why Harley guys should be careful of throttle locks

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gGNzI0wlK1E&feature=related

 

[Planecrazy]

...if you could post a link to where you saw the wire hanger thatd be cool too.

Here is the youtube link I saw:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fj1wCCDZIYg&feature=related



Here is a description of the mod. It looks like some heat shrink tubing was added to form a sleeve over the end of the twisted wire to make it a bit nicer (and less likely to poke you). I like the idea of adding some tubing over the "twists" because it won't wear as quickly as heat shrink tubing would:
http://www.imrisk.com/motorcycle/throttlelock.htm

Regards,

 

[Planecrazy]

Well theres also this, although it looks tacky I'm sure with a big of thought it could be made nicer and inconspicuous.

http://www.ofb.net/~sethml/motorcycle/throttle-lock/

Ahh, yes ... that's the one I originally saw as well.

Regards,

 

[Mike]

Here's another option that someone on another board I'm on got and said it works well

http://www.2wheelride.com/throttle_pro.html

 

[tkent02]

An O ring between the throttle grip and the cable housing works well. It's not a lock, just ads friction which you can use or not use any time you want.

 

[Darin Jordan]

Here's another option that someone on another board I'm on got and said it works well

http://www.2wheelride.com/throttle_pro.html

I like that one...

 

[Darin Jordan]

I like that one...

Thought I'd provide an update on this one... I purchased one, and it worked OK... seemed to slip a little too much. Doesn't retain enough tension on the grips for long term crusing, at least not with my grips it didn't.

I took it off today because I noticed that it had cracked. I am thinking of ordering another, but was going to look for some other options first. I'd really prefer something that was more mechanically solid. The ratcheting type, like my cousin and my uncle have on their Harleys really work well and would be nice to have. Need to see what's available...

 

[2BRacing]

I have a NEP, which is similar to the Vista. Never had any problems.

 

[Darin Jordan]

I have a NEP, which is similar to the Vista. Never had any problems.

That's interesting... my throttle may have had something like this installed at one time... It has a gap between the switch housing and the grip with that same plastic ring in there...

This is the type I'm really looking for. Do you happen to have a link or name of the place where you purchased this??

Thanks.

 

[chuck hahn]

Posplayer..unless its a older Harley, they all nowdays have standard integrated cruise control like a car. Hit the brake or twist the grip a bit and it self cancels.

 

[Darin Jordan]

Here is a guy who simply uses a heavy "Zip" tie... Not a bad option...

http://contour.com/stories/motorcycle-throttle-lock-using-catamount-l-14-120-0-l

 

[850GT_Rider]

Here's another option that someone on another board I'm on got and said it works well

[URL="http://www.2wheelride.com/throttle_pro.html"]http://www.2wheelride.com/throttle_pro.html[/URL]

I've got that same one. Works ok, but I don't leave it in 'cruise' for very long, just enough to stretch the hand and arm a bit.

 

[Darin Jordan]

Here is a guy who simply uses a heavy "Zip" tie... Not a bad option...

http://contour.com/stories/motorcycle-throttle-lock-using-catamount-l-14-120-0-l

I stopped and bought a pack of 4 of these ties tonight and tried it. No go... throttle return is simple too stiff and the tie just flexes and bends.

I think I'm just going to get the 2wheelride one again and go with an extra silicone sleeve. It worked, right up until it broke, which may have been my fault in the first place.

 

[Darin Jordan]

I've got that same one. Works ok, but I don't leave it in 'cruise' for very long, just enough to stretch the hand and arm a bit.

My experience with the 2WheelRide CC has been mostly positive. I found that the tension wasn't enough to hold for more than 30-45 seconds or so at the most... however.

I tried to modify it by adding a screw at the first large lightening hole out from the grip, so I could adjust the tension on the grip, and this worked well, until the fatigue from the screws cracked the plastic material. It does take some space on the grip as well, so with winter gloves on, my hand was pushed out on the grip a little more than comfortable.

I MAY try one of these again, however, as it is a simple solution. Costs WAY too much for what you get, however. I think it has a design flaw in that the slot in it goes up too close to the tip. Were they to reduce the slotted areas a bit more, it would probably have the spring tension it would need to truly hold. Might not release as easily, however.

At this point, I'm considering the NEP or the Vista universal as a replacement. Also looked at the Kuryakyn style "Universal" as well... Not sure about the clamp going to the bars or the brace across the Run/Off switch housing.

I do like the simplicity that the NEP version in the photo above seems to show. If it works, this seems like a reasonable way to go.

 

[Darin Jordan]

An option:

http://www.amazon.com/Kuryakyn-6218...359&sr=1-4&keywords=Motorcycle+cruise+control