Kaoko Throttle lock

[bloodbikes]

The kaoko throttle lock is shortly going into production for the ST1100, I have been in contact with the guys at Kaoko in South Africa and I just wondered if any 1100 riders would be interested in purchasing one. I think they will be imported through a dealer in NSW. Updates to follow.

 

[alchemist]

Hi Pete, definitely keen on one of these. Is it too late? :)

[bloodbikes]

Dave, been in touch with kaoko this week and they say that the first one (mine) should be finished late september, I will do a write up and photos as soon as i get it.

 

[alchemist]

Great stuff, they seem like the best throttle lock out there.  Pity I couldn't find one to suit the ST1100 would have bought one by now.

Keen to check out the review... and see if you can get two of them :)

[bloodbikes]

throttlemeister from the US do a similar one, but in my mind the kaoko is the better. I wanted the kaoko because I could use heated grips with them.

 

[bloodbikes]

Newsflash, just heard from Kaoko and throttle lock is in for anodising/painting this week and then will hopefully be shipped, will write a review as soon as I fit it.

 

[alchemist]

That's great, I'll wait till they release them... they seem like the best design.

[Greencan]

Mornin' bloodbikes et al,

If, like the dealer in NSW you too reside in NSW where l believe annual vehicle inspections are required in order to re-register your ride, l strongly suspect these friction locking device will make your ST unroadworthy

Though we in Vic dont have to paticipate in anual inspections (yet), we nevertheless come across the odd police trafic operations mangement task force with VicRoads inspectors in tow and have read a tale of an interrupted Sunday ride due to a throatle friction lock. So would NSW (or any other state), for that matter be any different

Either way, reckon it'd be niegh impossible in stopping half a ton of ST1100 in an emergency with 2 to 4 thousand revs still wanting to propel ya forward.

Just a thought.

Ciao the can:-)

[StinkyPete]

It will interesting to hear from someone in a State were annual inspections are carried out, and who has a throttle lock fitted to their bike.
Has your bike passed inspection, if you have a throttle lock fitted?

[ST2UP]

It will interesting to hear from someone in a State were annual inspections are carried out, and who has a throttle lock fitted to their bike.
Has your bike passed inspection, if you have a throttle lock fitted?

Yep passed every time......both bikes over last 6 years, with Kaoko on the 1300 and Vista on the 1100 few different inspection stations and 2 of them motorbike specific workshops not just the local car garage.


Cheers

[Abe]

Have NEP throttle lock on the 1100, and no issues at rego time. An noticeable addition to the grip area.

Have Throttlemeister on the 1300, and no issues at rego time. Blends in like handlebar end weights.

[bloodbikes]

I live in WA, where we have no annual inspections, so not a problem. and it could be classed as a cruise control so should be admissible under the road traffic act. The Kaoko lock is not like the temporary cruise control versions it is integral to the handlebar and replaces the bar end weight.

 

[bloodbikes]

Well just had notification from Kaoko that the throttle lock has been completed and is on its way to me, as soon as I get my hands on it I will let you all see it and will be doing detailed reports not only on OZSTOC but also ST.com for readers and Kaoko. Watch this space

[STill dreaming]

Does it have a break away system ,to deactivate the mechanism ,upon  using the brakes?

[bloodbikes]

No, its a Kaoko throttle lock, not the US breakaway design. Kaoko up until now have never poduced their lock for the ST1100.

 

[bloodbikes]

Fellow ST1100 riders, yes it's finally arrived the worlds first Kaoko throttle lock and she's a beaut, can't wait to get it fitted and tested.

[alchemist]

Keen to check it out, are you up for a coffee run to Mandurah Dome on Thursday night?

[bloodbikes]

Now fitted and tested, works great, 
full details to follow.
Thursday night no good Dave, sorry.

 

[alchemist]

How did you go with this? I am hanging for a throttle lock, holding back on buying one of these BrakeAway units.

[Pezzz]

How did you go with this? I am hanging for a throttle lock, holding back on buying one of these BrakeAway units.

Dave, I bought a different style one on eBay a while back the same as I had on my old bike and very good. I will find eBay details when I get back to pc later and send.

[alchemist]

Thanks that would be great Pezzz, I bought a throttle lock on the weekend and it kept hitting the fearing on full left lock so had to return it :(

[ST2UP]

Thanks that would be great Pezzz, I bought a throttle lock on the weekend and it kept hitting the fearing on full left lock so had to return it :(

Which throttle lock was it you purchased Dave ?? Just so others can be informed of which lock presented you with this issue 


 

[alchemist]

Which throttle lock was it you purchased Dave ?? Just so others can be informed of which lock presented you with this issue 

It was something almost identical to this one, which I bought from a shop in Vic Park.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Go-Cruise-Throttle-Lock-Motorcycle-Universal-Cruise-Control-LH-A2ch-/321279154787

[Pezzz]

Here is what I have and it works a treat when you cable tie the bottom section to the throttle lines. http://www.ebay.com/itm/271136291181?redirect=mobile
I had to trim rubber on outside of grip to free it all up a little as it was a little tight.
I will take photo tomorrow and post.

[alchemist]

Brilliant, thanks Pezzz.  I have placed an order... I wasn't sure if something like that would fit... Pity about the Kaoko lock was hoping to get one of those :)