Author Topic: NEW POLL - Throttle Lock or Cruise Control?.... (Read 31512 times)

Apache · « **Reply #25 on:** December 16, 2011, 10:38:46 PM »

Well I just fitted my cruise control today and after having owned the throttlemiester and having used a vista joby, i much prefer my Cruise control IMO. Whilst they quite pricey, I have found it to be really great quality and works well. cant wait to give it a real good test :-)

Aj1300 · « **Reply #26 on:** February 26, 2012, 08:21:50 PM »

I have the throttlemiser on my 1300 and it work well. Would of liked the cc, but it is a lot of money and this works and looks good

Sicman · « **Reply #27 on:** March 08, 2012, 07:57:34 PM »

I use McCruise cruise control for the open roads and a throttle rocker for the 60-80km zones

Dan · « **Reply #28 on:** March 09, 2012, 08:47:28 AM »

Never tried any of them, I might try one of those wrist rest things one day.

Whizz · « **Reply #29 on:** April 17, 2012, 07:10:32 PM »

Does anyone have, or know anything good or bad about, the "Breakaway Motorcycle Cruise Control" (http://www.brakeawayproducts.com/pdf/5CP02.pdf). Is it any better or worse than the NEP one, which I've not actually seen in action? Advice would be appreciated, 'cause if what I read about the next annual shindig being in Victor Harbour is true, then a throttle lock or cruise control is going to be a must if I'm ever to move my right wrist again!!

Cheers
Whizz

Skip · « **Reply #30 on:** April 17, 2012, 08:36:23 PM »

Wow. Some interesting versions of the throttle lock there. I used one for a while but found it encroached on the handgrip and slipped pretty badly. It's now on a shelf in the shed. I like the look of the NEP one. Appeared to have a good solid locking mechanism, and thin to boot.

StinkyPete · « **Reply #31 on:** April 18, 2012, 01:06:03 PM »

Here's the cheapest throttle lock that you will find, which some saw on my bike at Blackheath. It works a treat. Wrap the largest cable tie that you can find around the throttle grip as shown in the photo, and do it up just tight enough to be a sliding fit around the grip. With the throttle in a cruising position, the cable tie can be rotated around the throttle grip with your right index finger to rest on the brake lever, holding the throttle in a set position. When you manually roll off the throttle, the cable tie slips around on the throttle grip and "unapplies" the lock. Dead easy, and costs around 50 cents.

Couch · « **Reply #32 on:** April 18, 2012, 03:50:04 PM »

Bugger............why didn't I think of that!! They don't come much cheaper than that Stinky Pete!!

But you should have done it in black!!

Quote from: StinkyPete on April 18, 2012, 01:06:03 PM

Here's the cheapest throttle lock that you will find, which some saw on my bike at Blackheath. It works a treat. Wrap the largest cable tie that you can find around the throttle grip as shown in the photo, and do it up just tight enough to be a sliding fit around the grip. With the throttle in a cruising position, the cable tie can be rotated around the throttle grip with your right index finger to rest on the brake lever, holding the throttle in a set position. When you manually roll off the throttle, the cable tie slips around on the throttle grip and "unapplies" the lock. Dead easy, and costs around 50 cents.

StinkyPete · « **Reply #33 on:** April 18, 2012, 03:57:59 PM »

The white one was free :) I would have had to pay for a black one

Couch · « **Reply #34 on:** April 18, 2012, 04:14:08 PM »

I can't argue with that!!

Quote from: StinkyPete on April 18, 2012, 03:57:59 PM

The white one was free :) I would have had to pay for a black one

STeveo · « **Reply #35 on:** April 18, 2012, 09:07:20 PM »

The NEP type was on the bike when I bought it. Don't use it much but it works ok, and don't forget they are adjustable with the small Allen screw in the front.

Shaun · « **Reply #36 on:** April 18, 2012, 09:15:26 PM »

I have the NEP on mine, still haven't tried it yet, absolutely pissing down in Sydney at the moment.

Whizz · « **Reply #37 on:** April 18, 2012, 09:40:59 PM »

So, where can I get an NEP type throttle lock from? anyone any ideas?

alans1100 · « **Reply #38 on:** April 18, 2012, 10:14:15 PM »

Quote from: Whizz on April 18, 2012, 09:40:59 PM

So, where can I get an NEP type throttle lock from? anyone any ideas?

Have a look here for about $40.00

http://www.aussiebiker.com.au/catalog.php?category=NEP%20Cruise%20Controls

Streak · « **Reply #39 on:** April 18, 2012, 10:27:09 PM »

Quote from: alans1100 on April 18, 2012, 10:14:15 PM

Quote from: Whizz on April 18, 2012, 09:40:59 PM
So, where can I get an NEP type throttle lock from? anyone any ideas?

Have a look here for about $40.00

http://www.aussiebiker.com.au/catalog.php?category=NEP%20Cruise%20Controls

I ordered one yesterday

Whizz · « **Reply #40 on:** April 19, 2012, 01:24:24 PM »

Streak, please let me know how the installation of your new NEP goes. I am seriously considering one!

Cheers
Whizz

Marcus · « **Reply #41 on:** April 19, 2012, 06:56:15 PM »

Just ordered one after seeing Kev's one in action

http://www.aussiebiker.com.au/catalog.php?category=NEP%20Cruise%20Controls

harieg · « **Reply #42 on:** April 22, 2012, 07:36:17 AM »

Terry D J you ARE SICK you and Dick from the rally !!

now to the post
I bought 8 of these vista locks
have been told by acquaintances that they are illegal.
that said i have 3 fitted NOW
1 x cx650
1 x Black st1100
1 x Gold 50th st1100
did give the others away to needy friends
these work a treat
if you can relax your right wrist for only 10% oft the riding time it equates to a SUBSTANTIAL wrist saving,
on the ride home from Newcastle with GOLDIE, the cc let me comfortably ride without wrist pain,
cant say the same for the old bum
wow what a bummer that is
i need a survey on what seat comforter i NEED to buy

harieg · « **Reply #43 on:** April 22, 2012, 08:06:22 AM »

Quote from: Whizz on April 17, 2012, 07:10:32 PM

Does anyone have, or know anything good or bad about, the "Breakaway Motorcycle Cruise Control" (http://www.brakeawayproducts.com/pdf/5CP02.pdf). Is it any better or worse than the NEP one, which I've not actually seen in action? Advice would be appreciated, 'cause if what I read about the next annual shindig being in Victor Harbour is true, then a throttle lock or cruise control is going to be a must if I'm ever to move my right wrist again!!

Cheers
Whizz

forget it Whizz TOO complicated for a throttle lock
in that regard the vista is king
cheep and simple

StinkyPete · « **Reply #44 on:** April 22, 2012, 08:12:15 AM »

Harrieg,
My stategy for dealing with bum pain is twofold. First, I've flattened out my seat by setting the front on the middle height setting, and then forcing the rear into the lowest setting. This makes a significant improvement to comfort. My second strategy is to regularly shift position. I'll shift to one side and hang one bum bone off the edge of the seat for a couple of kilometers, and then do the same on the opposite side. You can actually feel the circulation return to the nether regions. I also change the postition of my feet on the pegs. Using those stategies, and a throttle lock, I can go up to 300km without the need for a break.

What's a Vista Lock?

harieg · « **Reply #45 on:** April 22, 2012, 08:42:43 AM »

please note ALL MEMBERS and stinky
harie is HARIE one R no Y

now to the post
yes stinky i do those steps to, looking for some highway blades as well, and probably will get a seat of some sort, Air hawk or Comfort Max

the throttle locks all follow a very similar style, see the VID further back in the post,
that is the type / one i have been using on a long run.
after the clutch problem probably need fixing i am setting up my single seat and cowl and top-box, so now would be the time to modify the seat padding YES ?

StinkyPete · « **Reply #46 on:** April 22, 2012, 08:50:13 AM »

Quote from: harieg on April 22, 2012, 08:42:43 AM

please note ALL MEMBERS and stinky
harie is HARIE one R no Y

Woops!

Sorry.

harieg · « **Reply #47 on:** April 22, 2012, 09:03:37 AM »

sorry Stinky, i forgot to add

on the 2 days ride from Newcastle, about 400 Ks each day, i had NO PAIN or problems with
legs, feet, back, neck, arms, wrists, cold, rain or fog, and was able to stay focused, alert and very good concentration

the bum was the ONLY part that gave me grief.

JuST Peter · « **Reply #48 on:** April 22, 2012, 10:36:17 PM »

Harry, get an Air Hawk and pump it up as much as you can. Your bum wont feel the seat then

harieg · « **Reply #49 on:** April 23, 2012, 07:22:09 AM »

thanx Pete
already buying Stinky's will get it early next week

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Author Topic: NEW POLL - Throttle Lock or Cruise Control?.... (Read 31512 times)

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