Author Topic: Installing a throttle meister (Read 10136 times)

TJ · « **on:** August 05, 2012, 01:40:50 PM »

When you slide that black plastic insert onto the handlebar how far do you push it on? Do you push it until it is flush with the rubber grip end (which is what I think) ? Or should it stick out from the grip end.

Rhino · « **Reply #1 on:** August 05, 2012, 04:11:03 PM »

I found that the friction sleeve does not fit with the heated grips, 2010 and later. I sent pictures and a letter describing the problem to throttle meister but they never responded. I wonder if they ever redesigned the friction sleeve for the 2010 and later C14's.

Lone-Rider · « **Reply #2 on:** August 05, 2012, 05:32:15 PM »

Quote from: Rhino on August 05, 2012, 04:11:03 PM

I found that the friction sleeve does not fit with the heated grips, 2010 and later. I sent pictures and a letter describing the problem to throttle meister but they never responded. I wonder if they ever redesigned the friction sleeve for the 2010 and later C14's.

The directions included with my TM specifically said do NOT use the sleeve on bikes with factory heated grips.

TJ · « **Reply #3 on:** August 05, 2012, 05:48:42 PM »

Can't answer your questions about the redesign but can say it seems to fit just fine. The instructions say nothing about not using them with heated grips.
TM's web site shows only one kit and that is for the 2008-2012 Concours.

This is from the FAQ section:
Q: Will the Throttlemeister work with factory heated grips?
A: The Throttlemeister will work for almost all bikes with "factory" heated grips. We do not recommend that it be installed with Hot Grips. With heated grips, the initial adjustments are more critical. We suggest that when you are installing the Throttlemeister you do so with the grips fully "hot" so you don't get any binding

Lone-Rider · « **Reply #4 on:** August 05, 2012, 07:02:34 PM »

I bought a set of TM in July, the instruction sheet that came with them (Adapter Kit AK1-H) says at the end of installation step 2 (which is rolling back the grip to install the friction sleeve): "If you have heated grips, do not use this sleeve and move to step 3."

Don't see any date or revision number on the install sheet, but it says it clearly on the one that came with my set.

To clarify, you can use the TM on the newer models, you just don't use the included "friction sleeve" if you have the factory heated grips.

scotty918 · « **Reply #5 on:** August 05, 2012, 08:36:25 PM »

Quote from: Lone-Rider on August 05, 2012, 07:02:34 PM

I bought a set of TM in July, the instruction sheet that came with them (Adapter Kit AK1-H) says at the end of installation step 2 (which is rolling back the grip to install the friction sleeve): "If you have heated grips, do not use this sleeve and move to step 3."

Don't see any date or revision number on the install sheet, but it says it clearly on the one that came with my set.

To clarify, you can use the TM on the newer models, you just don't use the included "friction sleeve" if you have the factory heated grips.

Spot on.

TJ · « **Reply #6 on:** August 05, 2012, 08:40:56 PM »

Looks like I need to remove the sleeve as my bike is a 2012.

Are you guys happy with how the TM works without using the sleeve?

Lone-Rider · « **Reply #7 on:** August 05, 2012, 08:53:13 PM »

Quote from: TJ on August 05, 2012, 08:40:56 PM

Looks like I need to remove the sleeve as my bike is a 2012.

Are you guys happy with how the TM works without using the sleeve?

Coming up on 3000 miles without a hitch...

Jimmy Patriot · « **Reply #8 on:** August 05, 2012, 10:04:01 PM »

TJ..... When I had it on my bike briefly, I did not use the sleeve. It worked just fine without it in. I have HotGrips though and they are glued down so on mine it wouldn't go under. Just try different combinations of shims until you get the best lockup and you'll be fine.

TJ · « **Reply #9 on:** August 05, 2012, 10:09:32 PM »

Removed the sleeve destroying it in the process. Seems to hold just fine while playing around with it in the garage. But I am down to not using any spacers at all and the clearance still appears to be a little loose.
Any suggestions on how to snug up the fit?

Conrad · « **Reply #10 on:** August 06, 2012, 04:53:37 AM »

I have the G2 Throttle Tamer on my bike and the sleeve won't work with the Throttle Tamer, but as it turns out, you don't need it.

Jimmy Patriot · « **Reply #11 on:** August 06, 2012, 08:11:40 AM »

Quote from: TJ on August 05, 2012, 10:09:32 PM

Removed the sleeve destroying it in the process. Seems to hold just fine while playing around with it in the garage. But I am down to not using any spacers at all and the clearance still appears to be a little loose.
Any suggestions on how to snug up the fit?

You'll prob be using the heated grips a lot in your location..... so that will help tighten it up

.... but anyhow.... you don't want it to be so tight that it's tough to rotate the grip. You'll be making adjustments frequently unless you live in the flats. If it holds in the garage it will hold just fine out on the road.

Mister Tee · « **Reply #12 on:** August 06, 2012, 03:25:22 PM »

Quote from: Rhino on August 05, 2012, 04:11:03 PM

I found that the friction sleeve does not fit with the heated grips, 2010 and later. I sent pictures and a letter describing the problem to throttle meister but they never responded. I wonder if they ever redesigned the friction sleeve for the 2010 and later C14's.

Huh? Works perfectly fine. Pry it up with a screwdriver, don't roll it back, push the sleeve in.

TJ · « **Reply #13 on:** August 06, 2012, 04:19:35 PM »

The sleeve fit my 2012 model pretty good. But it is in the trash now as it was a bitch to get off. I am guessing the grip heater could melt it and that is why TM said not to use it.

Anyhow, have any recommendations on setting the TM while riding? Must be a learning process to doing everything with one hand.

Mister Tee · « **Reply #14 on:** August 07, 2012, 09:49:33 AM »

Oooh, you might want to pull it out of the trash. I have had no issues with the grip heater. I initially didn't install the sleeve, and it just didn't want to hold properly. I installed it afterwards and it worked a lot better.

TJ · « **Reply #15 on:** August 07, 2012, 10:48:30 AM »

Only tried it twice but it held just fine. If it ever slips I'll just call the company and ask them which part needs altering to increase the friction. Can always buy a new sleeve as well. No big deal.

TJ · « **Reply #16 on:** August 07, 2012, 07:40:41 PM »

Bummer, worked fine yesterday but today there is not enough friction to hold it. Gonna have to call them up since they didnt respond to emails.
Would shorting the grip end of the handlebar a hair where the bolt goes in to hold the TM in place hair make any difference ?

Mister Tee · « **Reply #17 on:** August 08, 2012, 09:46:04 AM »

Quote from: TJ on August 07, 2012, 07:40:41 PM

Bummer, worked fine yesterday but today there is not enough friction to hold it. Gonna have to call them up since they didnt respond to emails.
Would shorting the grip end of the handlebar a hair where the bolt goes in to hold the TM in place hair make any difference ?

I doubt it. I think the rubber is just too soft for a good hold. The friction ring is more solid.

TJ · « **Reply #18 on:** August 08, 2012, 09:50:48 AM »

Sorry, meant to say would shortening the actual metal end of the handlebar cause the friction to increase becase the TM would be going on the bar a little further.

Mister Tee · « **Reply #19 on:** August 08, 2012, 10:35:56 AM »

Quote from: TJ on August 08, 2012, 09:50:48 AM

Sorry, meant to say would shortening the actual metal end of the handlebar cause the friction to increase becase the TM would be going on the bar a little further.

You have no shim spacers left to remove to move it further to the handle? I'm not sure I'd want to modify the bar itself. That wasn't a problem when I tried it without the friction ring.

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