Author Topic: Throttle Locks (Read 18968 times)

varnado · « **Reply #20 on:** May 16, 2011, 12:01:42 AM »

Quote from: Pynikal on May 15, 2011, 08:06:15 PM

i will be getting one of these super soon for the connie and the SV. one question do i get the smaller one for the connie?

Yes, the smaller one is the one you need.

ZedHed · « **Reply #21 on:** May 16, 2011, 09:57:18 AM »

THROTTLEMEISTER !!

Mister Tee · « **Reply #22 on:** May 16, 2011, 10:12:41 AM »

Tip for those installing a Throttlemeister: It comes with a plastic friction sleeve that inserts between the grip and the bar. It's tempting to skip that step and just let the Throttlemeister bear on the end of the grip itself but don't omit installing it, it just won't work quite right.

Tremainiac · « **Reply #23 on:** May 16, 2011, 12:15:14 PM »

I've Vista cruise on my Triumph I'm happy with.
Appreciate the instant off.
Using the GO thingy at the moment on the 1400.
Like the concept of the Kaoko.
Looks to be easier to use than the ThrottleMeister.
http://www.twistedthrottle.com/trade/productview/4755/602/

Rhino · « **Reply #24 on:** May 16, 2011, 01:03:53 PM »

Quote from: Mister Tee on May 16, 2011, 10:12:41 AM

Tip for those installing a Throttlemeister: It comes with a plastic friction sleeve that inserts between the grip and the bar. It's tempting to skip that step and just let the Throttlemeister bear on the end of the grip itself but don't omit installing it, it just won't work quite right.

The friction sleeve did not work at all on my '10 with heated grips. I sent them photos and drawings but never heard back from them. I used it for awhile without it but eventually went to a Vista Cruise.

Organdonor · « **Reply #25 on:** May 16, 2011, 02:11:09 PM »

I bought a GO-thingie a couple of weeks ago... no-go. Doesn't hold the throttle, it just slows the return to idle. I even used the rubber band under it.

My Throttlemeisters should be here tomorrow or the day after.

Restless · « **Reply #26 on:** May 16, 2011, 02:41:16 PM »

Quote from: Mister Tee on May 16, 2011, 10:12:41 AM

Tip for those installing a Throttlemeister: It comes with a plastic friction sleeve that inserts between the grip and the bar. It's tempting to skip that step and just let the Throttlemeister bear on the end of the grip itself but don't omit installing it, it just won't work quite right.

Another tip I read on the old forum that probably helped save my 2010 heated grips: when using the "sleeve" mentioned above, use caution and care when sliding it into the end of the grips during installation so you don't disturb the heating elements under the rubber grip. In other words, don't just jam it in there and hope for the best!

My heat still works great thanks to that tip!

It took a bit of getting used to initially but IMHO Throttlemeisters work great as an inexpensive cruise control alternative...YMMV.

mikeboileau · « **Reply #27 on:** June 28, 2011, 03:53:11 PM »

Quote from: Restless on May 16, 2011, 02:41:16 PM

Another tip I read on the old forum that probably helped save my 2010 heated grips: when using the "sleeve" mentioned above, use caution and care when sliding it into the end of the grips during installation so you don't disturb the heating elements under the rubber grip. In other words, don't just jam it in there and hope for the best! My heat still works great thanks to that tip!

It took a bit of getting used to initially but IMHO Throttlemeisters work great as an inexpensive cruise control alternative...YMMV.

I had them on my bike when I got it. Still not used to them.

stevewfl · « **Reply #28 on:** June 28, 2011, 03:55:28 PM »

Quote from: mikeboileau on May 15, 2011, 09:53:59 PM

Throttlemeister...

^^^^ thats the one, and zero issues with the 2010 heated grips

manowarwi · « **Reply #29 on:** June 28, 2011, 05:09:22 PM »

Quote from: mikeboileau on June 28, 2011, 03:53:11 PM

I had them on my bike when I got it. Still not used to them.

It took me a while to get used to mine too. I found its best to leave them partially engaged when I know I want to use them so when its time to engage them I can usually twist it the final quarter turn or so with my little finger which makes setting easy. Given the amount of power the C14 has and the touchy throttle, I don't expect it to be too exact, but its enough to give my hand a break on the highway for a minute here and there.

maxtog · « **Reply #30 on:** June 29, 2011, 08:47:09 PM »

Quote from: maxtog on May 14, 2011, 10:29:43 PM

I don't have a Vista on the C14 yet (did on my old ZRX a long time ago). From previous forum research it seems the correct Vista model number for the Concours is the Yamaha version, model MCVICY-P. But I am not sure it will work properly with the 2011(/2010) which have heated grips, so there is a larger lip and a wire where it would mount. Has anyone installed a MCVICY-P on a 2010/2011? Was it successful? Please share installation and use experiences and pictures.

I should have known better. Got the Vista MCVICY-P several days ago and tried to install it today. There is no way.... just no space. Guess I will have to buy a go-cruise.

ZG · « **Reply #31 on:** June 29, 2011, 09:33:32 PM »

Quote from: maxtog on June 29, 2011, 08:47:09 PM

I should have known better. Got the Vista MCVICY-P several days ago and tried to install it today. There is no way.... just no space. Guess I will have to buy a go-cruise.

You should check out the Throttlemeister Max, so far very happy with mine...

maxtog · « **Reply #32 on:** June 29, 2011, 09:40:56 PM »

Quote from: ZG on June 29, 2011, 09:33:32 PM

You should check out the Throttlemeister Max, so far very happy with mine...

Yeah, I might have to go that route. A LOT more expensive than $30, though.

Sorry, I am grouchy after fighting the bike for 12 hours today. I had no idea how incredibly difficult it is to disassemble. And I didn't expect my modest list of projects to spread into a multi-day affair. Plus it is too freaking HOT in my garage!!!

C1xRider · « **Reply #33 on:** June 29, 2011, 09:51:34 PM »

Quote from: ZG on June 29, 2011, 09:33:32 PM

You should check out the Throttlemeister Max, so far very happy with mine...

"Throttlemeister Max"

Don't see that name on the Throttlemeister website, and Google didn't find it either (in quotes). Do you have a link, or is this just the Throttlemeister Heavy (14oz)?

stevewfl · « **Reply #34 on:** June 29, 2011, 10:07:07 PM »

Quote from: C1xRider on June 29, 2011, 09:51:34 PM

"Throttlemeister Max"

Don't see that name on the Throttlemeister website, and Google didn't find it either (in quotes). Do you have a link, or is this just the Throttlemeister Heavy (14oz)?

I suspect Max may be the guys name he was replying to

martin_14 · « **Reply #35 on:** June 30, 2011, 03:09:19 AM »

Quote from: C1xRider on June 29, 2011, 09:51:34 PM

"Throttlemeister Max"

Don't see that name on the Throttlemeister website, and Google didn't find it either (in quotes). Do you have a link, or is this just the Throttlemeister Heavy (14oz)?

sorry, no disrespect meant, but...

Steve's right: forum member ZG was responding to forum member maxtog.

There.

ssmith · « **Reply #36 on:** June 30, 2011, 04:16:03 AM »

Along the same lines as the Throttlemeister..... TwistedThrottle.com sells a Kaoke throttle lock for a bit less than TM. What I like about this one is that the adjuster is a knurled ring and not the entire bar end weight. It is a screw on replacement on the C14 with or without heated grips.

ZG · « **Reply #37 on:** June 30, 2011, 09:48:20 AM »

Quote from: martin_14 on June 30, 2011, 03:09:19 AM

sorry, no disrespect meant, but...

Steve's right: forum member ZG was responding to forum member maxtog.

There.

Correct!

At least someones not drinking...

C1xRider · « **Reply #38 on:** June 30, 2011, 10:02:05 AM »

Quote from: stevewfl on June 29, 2011, 10:07:07 PM

I suspect Max may be the guys name he was replying to

Ahh, that makes more sense! Thanks Steve!

Quote from: ZG on June 30, 2011, 09:48:20 AM

Correct!

At least someones not drinking...

Changing case and shortening user names just for the confusion factor eh?

You have to admit, it would be a good second generation / follow on product name for the Throttlemeister though.

ZG · « **Reply #39 on:** June 30, 2011, 10:05:50 AM »

Quote from: C1xRider on June 30, 2011, 10:02:05 AM

Changing case and shortening user names just for the confusion factor eh?

Sorry, just a lazy typer, his quote was attached to my response though C1...

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Author Topic: Throttle Locks (Read 18968 times)