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Throttle locks and cruise control

BDazzler

BDazzler

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I am curious who has and uses throttle locks and if so what brand, price and how well they work. Are you satisfied with it? Does it do what it should. How is the quality? Are there any unforeseen drawbacks?

I just installed the Throttlemeister throttle lock on my 2007 FZ1. It was easier than I expected. You simply remove the stock bar ends. Now slide the plastic friction ring under the end of the hand grip. Then screw in the adapter into the end of the handlebar. Finally place bar end in place and screw in the acres to hold it on. Now you need to test the throttle lock to ensure the throttle is freely moving when Throttlemeister is in the 'off' and has enough friction to hold the throttle in place when turned to 'on'.

At this point, there is a trial and error process of finding the right thickness of washer, shim and spacer combination. After the correct mix is found, unscrew all the parts and reassemble the parts with blue thread locker so things don't vibrate loose or become loose due to the twisting that takes place to operate the Throttlemeister.

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I just installed the kaoko throttle lock a couple weeks ago on the gen1. I think it was $120? It was an easy install and looks almost stock, very much the same as the throttlemeister. I have only been able to get out a couple times to test it but so far very happy with it. Should make my run to the coast much more comfy! Lt us now how you get along with the new meister.
 
I paid $154 for my Throttlemeister from Competition Accessories with free shipping. They have cheaper options, but I ordered the "heavy" (they are longer and heavier than standard) and black which is slightly more expensive.

It looks like the same unit works for the Gen I and the Gen II. If the Gen I handle bars have the same threaded bar end attachment as the Gen II, then it should work for both.

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Here are the color choices. I think they now have the 'beveled' in all black or all metal (standard, not polished) which are not pictured.

I have only taken a few mile ride to test it, and it works great. It's a bit awkward to turn on and off, but I'm sure I'll get comfortable with it in a short time.
 
I had a Throttlemeister on my old FJR1300 but I'm not sure the price was worth it. I found it a bit awkward to set it while on the road....you can learn to do it with one hand but it takes a bit of dexterity. Now, I just use a $12 Cramp Buster which works fine for me ... not a true cruise control but it fills the bill of taking a lot of the effort out of maintaining a constant speed.
 
Evitzee said:
I had a Throttlemeister on my old FJR1300 but I'm not sure the price was worth it. I found it a bit awkward to set it while on the road....you can learn to do it with one hand but it takes a bit of dexterity. Now, I just use a $12 Cramp Buster which works fine for me ... not a true cruise control but it fills the bill of taking a lot of the effort out of maintaining a constant speed.
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I disagree.

I have the cramp buster and in no way does it allow you to really rest your hand. I have a combination of arthritis and carpal tunnel which causes cramping and numbness even with the CrampBuster so that I have to take my hand off the throttle to shake/flex it. I just installed the Throttlemeister a few weeks ago and I think it may be close to the best $150 I spent on the bike so far.

The only drawback is that it is a holding device and not a true cruise control so you need to compensate going up or down hills. That is no big deal because if set right it doesn't take a lot of effort to do that and you're still giving your hand a rest.

Prior to that I had the Universal Vista cruise and it was a total waste of $30. Impossible to set it so you can over-ride it and it still allowed the spring to close down the throttle.
 
I wanted a throttle lock that would allow me to take my hand off the throttle to rest my right hand, fix the right mirror without dropping miles back each time, checking my right pocket zipper, closing/opening vents on the right side of my helmet (can be done with the left hand, but not fun) and other reasons I can think of now.

I considered a cramp buster, but I had seen many complain about not having a true throttle lock, so I just went straight for the Throttlemeister. I've seen other throttle locks and ridden with some, but they usually take up inner grip space. I did not like that, although they do seem to be easier to set and release.

I like the clean look of the Throttlemeister and the heavier weight does dampen a small amount of the 5,000 RPM buzz.
 
Here is what im using, its a vista cruise

Sound Off Recreational Vista Cruise - Cruiser Motorcycle - Motorcycle Superstore

I got it for free from a good friend, and I fabbed up a thin piece of metal to hold it. works great, and its simple to operate. holds well and I can still control throttle when its engaged. I did mine a bit different and its locked by my index finger, not thumb. Just a personal preference

Ill get some pictures and put them up later
 
I had considered the Vista Cruise, but I think it takes up space on the inner grip and that turned me off to it. The price is far more reasonable and I like the thumb on/off (or index finger) but I didn't like the look or where it attached. Just my personal preference. Still a very nice throttle lock.

I've also seen a very elaborate set up that has thumb activation and either thumb, twist forward or front brake off. I'll look it up later, but I'm at work right now.
 
BDazzler said:
I had considered the Vista Cruise, but I think it takes up space on the inner grip and that turned me off to it. The price is far more reasonable and I like the thumb on/off (or index finger) but I didn't like the look or where it attached. Just my personal preference. Still a very nice throttle lock.

I've also seen a very elaborate set up that has thumb activation and either thumb, twist forward or front brake off. I'll look it up later, but I'm at work right now.
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That one is called the Breakaway it costs $170 and is the same type of lock as the Vista but much better made and linked to the brake lever to disengage. I considered it but passed since it does take up space on the grip, it's pricey and works similar to the Vista which I got to work (sort of). I used Vistas many years ago and now I have one to give away for a very small price.

I had to set the Vista so tight to hold the throttle that I thought the little plastic cam was going to break off. I also had to move the brake lever to clear the attaching clamp.
 
Glad you guys gave it a chance, I figured you would love them, i know i do. Like i said its just trial and error with the install but overall pretty simple. Now you can lock your throttle for all those stand up stunts you do, lol. :justkidding:

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Rx_FZ1 said:
Glad you guys gave it a chance, I figured you would love them, i know i do. Like i said its just trial and error with the install but overall pretty simple. Now you can lock your throttle for all those stand up stunts you do, lol. :justkidding:

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Yeah, that's what was holding me back! :Liar: :stunta]:
 
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Rx_FZ1 said:
Glad you guys gave it a chance, I figured you would love them, i know i do. Like i said its just trial and error with the install but overall pretty simple. Now you can lock your throttle for all those stand up stunts you do, lol. :justkidding:

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We still need to figure out how to get together.
 
We do indeed. I was really hoping to make it for the last ride your guys took around the lake, but family stuff put a halt on that. My son came about a month early and provided a very hectic end to my summer. The 2.5 year old and newborn tends to keep my weekends full lately. But I have been watching the ride thread hoping to meet up with you guys on the next one. If you are thinking of doing another ride this season:shine: still i will do my very best (i may just run away, lol) to make it. Im up for a ride anywhere!
 
Here is a throttle lock that I have ridden with on a 2009 FZ1. It is the Kuryakyn Universal Econo-Throttle Assist
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It's only $26.99 at Motorcycle Superstore. This is the one I was thinking of earlier. I don't like the look of it on the FZ1 and it takes up a significant amount of inner grip space. Too much for me. The function was great. Thumb on and off. It held enough, but allowed for adjustment easily. If you don't mind the look and don't miss the inner grip space, this one would be great. It also seems fairly universal, so if you wanted to move it to another bike, it should work on most.
 
+1 on the Kaoko throttle lock. Just completed a 5k ride & it was invaluable. Helped relieve cramps on both hands.
Not sure on the Throttlemeister, but reading a few reviews of some locks & they disengaged the opposite way to reducing the throttle, which worried me.
The Kaoko is rolled on with the throttle & disengaged by rolling off. Becomes second nature after a short while.
 
aus_andyk said:
+1 on the Kaoko throttle lock. Just completed a 5k ride & it was invaluable. Helped relieve cramps on both hands.
Not sure on the Throttlemeister, but reading a few reviews of some locks & they disengaged the opposite way to reducing the throttle, which worried me.
The Kaoko is rolled on with the throttle & disengaged by rolling off. Becomes second nature after a short while.
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Throttlemeisters engage and disengage the same way. On in the direction of the throttle, off with the throttle closing.
 
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