Announcement
Collapse
No announcement yet.
Throttle lock/ cruise control
Collapse
X
-
Tags: None
-
I have never gotten the NEP units to work well, I must not have had the correct model.
For just a few bucks more, I prefer the Vista Universal Throttle Control.
I'll admit that I mixed-and-matched two sets for this. One was chrome, the other was black.
Just seemed to work out that way.
.sigpic
mine: 2000 Honda GoldWing GL1500SE and 1980 GS850G'K' "Junior"
hers: 1982 GS850GL - "Angel" and 1969 Suzuki T250 Scrambler
#1 son: 1986 Yamaha Venture Royale 1300 and 1982 GS650GL "Rat Bagger"
#2 son: 1980 GS1000G
Family Portrait
Siblings and Spouses
Mom's first ride
Want a copy of my valve adjust spreadsheet for your 2-valve per cylinder engine? Send me an e-mail request (not a PM)
(Click on my username in the upper-left corner for e-mail info.)
Comment
-
Clvannoy
I had this setup on my Yamaha Warrior and it worked great but on this bike I’m looking something a little more hidden and that nep looks like a winner....thank you for your response
Comment
-
Clvannoy
Hey john you using this nep setup on stock throttle and grip ? I’ve bought a vista cruise and tried sanding it to work with no luck after making the washer deal ( five dollar cruise control ) on you tube as well....this look promising..thank you for your help
Comment
-
Originally posted by Clvannoy View PostHey john you using this nep setup on stock throttle and grip ? I’ve bought a vista cruise and tried sanding it to work with no luck after making the washer deal ( five dollar cruise control ) on you tube as well....this look promising..thank you for your help1982 Katana 1100, 1997 HD Ultra Classic, 1996 Buell S2T, 2002 BMW K1200RS, 1969 Royal Enfield Interceptor Triton project
New project 1979 GS1000S
Recently sold 1979 Honda CBX1000
Comment
-
I have tried them all over the years -
The only one that seems to kinda work for me s the one STEVE shows --
Vista Universal Throttle Control
It is simple to use and it works to hold the throttle in the same position -
Cruise control ? Nope -- Up hills and down hills you will see the lack of true cruise -
But to rest your hand for a mile or two ..? Perfect
Comment
-
Originally posted by Wingsconsin View Post
I have tried them all over the years -
The only one that seems to kinda work for me s the one STEVE shows --
Vista Universal Throttle Control
It is simple to use and it works to hold the throttle in the same position -
Cruise control ? Nope -- Up hills and down hills you will see the lack of true cruise -
But to rest your hand for a mile or two ..? Perfect
I find a Throttle Rocker relieves a lot of hand tension.1982 Katana 1100, 1997 HD Ultra Classic, 1996 Buell S2T, 2002 BMW K1200RS, 1969 Royal Enfield Interceptor Triton project
New project 1979 GS1000S
Recently sold 1979 Honda CBX1000
Comment
-
Another vote for the Vista - on all three bikes in my garageCowboy Up or Quit. - Run Free Lou and Rest in Peace
1981 GS550T - My First
1981 GS550L - My Eldest Daughter's - Now Sold
2007 GSF1250SA Bandit - My touring bike
Sit tall in the saddle Hold your head up high
Keep your eyes fixed where the trail meets the sky and live like you ain't afraid to die
and don't be scared, just enjoy your ride - Chris Ledoux, "The Ride"
Comment
-
Forum LongTimerBard Award Winner
GSResource Superstar
Past Site Supporter
Super Site Supporter- Oct 2003
- 17434
- Indianapolis
It's very much a personal taste sort of thing.
I find most such widgets too intrusive, but I often have a Throttle Rocker aboard for long trips. Set correctly, it's out of the way in the twisties, but I can easily change hand position and keep the tinglies at bay on the highway.
I've never gotten along with Cramp Busters; I hate how the thing changes position easily if you happen to bump up on it.
I also have the plastic version of the Omni-Cruise I use sometimes on trips. It's easy to remove and install as needed, and generally stays out of the way.
The Atlas throttle lock is a relatively new device that has some adherents. I installed one for a friend and he seemed happy with it; it's a very high quality gadget. Expensive, though -- $135.
The ATLAS is a mechanical cruise control that fits on nearly every motorcycle. It rotates with your throttle hand, is thumb activated and just over 1/4" thick.
Manic Salamander is no longer in business. They mostly made really, really nice handlebar weights, but one set also functioned as a throttle lock. I still have it installed on my GS850, and it's a great handlebar weight, but I hardly ever use the throttle lock function. Just too awkward to be worth it.1983 GS850G, Cosmos Blue.
2005 KLR685, Aztec Pink - Turd II.3, the ReReReTurdening
2015 Yamaha FJ-09, Magma Red Power Corrupts...
Eat more venison.
Please provide details. The GSR Hive Mind is nearly omniscient, but not yet clairvoyant.
Celeriter equita, converteque saepe.
SUPPORT THIS SITE! DONATE TODAY!
Co-host of "The Riding Obsession" sport-touring motorcycling podcast at tro.bike!
Comment
-
Originally posted by johnod View PostI find a Throttle Rocker relieves a lot of hand tension.
Things can also get a bit "interesting" if you hit a bump while "relieving tension".
When the bike comes UP and your hand stays in the same place, the throttle is opened a bit.
I have tossed more than one of these into the weeds.
.sigpic
mine: 2000 Honda GoldWing GL1500SE and 1980 GS850G'K' "Junior"
hers: 1982 GS850GL - "Angel" and 1969 Suzuki T250 Scrambler
#1 son: 1986 Yamaha Venture Royale 1300 and 1982 GS650GL "Rat Bagger"
#2 son: 1980 GS1000G
Family Portrait
Siblings and Spouses
Mom's first ride
Want a copy of my valve adjust spreadsheet for your 2-valve per cylinder engine? Send me an e-mail request (not a PM)
(Click on my username in the upper-left corner for e-mail info.)
Comment
-
Originally posted by bwringer View Post...
The Atlas throttle lock is a relatively new device that has some adherents. I installed one for a friend and he seemed happy with it; it's a very high quality gadget. Expensive, though -- $135.
https://www.atlasthrottlelock.com/...
Originally posted by Steve View PostYeah, it relieves a bit of hand tension, but try scratching your right leg.
Things can also get a bit "interesting" if you hit a bump while "relieving tension".
When the bike comes UP and your hand stays in the same place, the throttle is opened a bit.
I have tossed more than one of these into the weeds.
.
Choose what you want from the following list:
NHTSA Rider Assistance Levels
1-Throttle rocker: Relieves grip stress.
2-Throttle lock: Allows relaxation of whole arm for scratching, picking, whatever you want to call it.
3-Cruise control: Allows relaxation of arm and speed monitoring portion of brain. Rider is still responsible for maintaining situational awareness.
4-Honda full self-riding motorcycle technology. Frees the rider to do something else entirely. A better rider in every way that doesn't matter.Dogma
--
O LORD, be gracious to me; heal me, for I have sinned against you! - David
Skeptical scrutiny is the means, in both science and religion, by which deep insights can be winnowed from deep nonsense. - Carl Sagan
--
'80 GS850 GLT
'80 GS1000 GT
'01 ZRX1200R
How to get a "What's New" feed without the Vortex, and without permanently quitting the Vortex
Comment
-
Originally posted by Steve View PostYeah, it relieves a bit of hand tension, but try scratching your right leg.
Things can also get a bit "interesting" if you hit a bump while "relieving tension".
When the bike comes UP and your hand stays in the same place, the throttle is opened a bit.
I have tossed more than one of these into the weeds.
.
I don't understand , how is it any different when hitting a bump, never noticed any such problem.1982 Katana 1100, 1997 HD Ultra Classic, 1996 Buell S2T, 2002 BMW K1200RS, 1969 Royal Enfield Interceptor Triton project
New project 1979 GS1000S
Recently sold 1979 Honda CBX1000
Comment
-
In the 1970's there were plenty of tiny ads in the back pages of cycle mags for throttle grips with stiff flaps that rested against the heel of your hand.
Are those still around, or is it one of the devices someone has already mentioned with a new moniker? I don't even remember what they used to be called.1982 GS1100E V&H "SS" exhaust, APE pods, 1150 oil cooler, 140 speedo, 99.3 rear wheel HP, black engine, '83 red
2016 XL883L sigpic Two-tone blue and white. Almost 42 hp! Status: destroyed, now owned by the insurance company. The hole in my memory starts an hour before the accident and ends 24 hours after.
Comment
Comment