Brakeaway Group Buy

[CaST]

:hat1: :hat1: :hat1: THE GROUP BUY IS OVER!!!! Thanks for participating and sorry if BA didn't honor the group buy when we reached 11 buyers but there are some folks selling theirs in the for sale forum because it didn't work out for them so check there.

[bradf]

I would be interested in a Breakaway group buy opportunity also. :bow1:

Brad

[webdink]

ME TOO!!!

[tpdtopcop]

count me in

[STK9]

I have been using one of these on my Honda VTX 1800 for over a year now. Excellent quality and reliability. Have had no problems at all thus far. Install was very easy and straight forward. Well made quality item. I can't say enough good things about it !

[UNTMatt]

I'd be interested.

[ParkerBill]

Not to put down the Brakeaway, I have one myself, but instead of spending $175-$200, why not get the Audiovox cruise control, a true cruise control, for $100 or less?

While the Brakeway works pretty good on the flat roads here in Florida, it would be next to useless for anything other than very short throttle hand rests in any location with hills and mountains.

Just MHO.

Ride Safe & Smart!

[UNTMatt]

Not to put down the Brakeaway, I have one myself, but instead of spending $175-$200, why not get the Audiovox cruise control, a true cruise control, for $100 or less?

While the Brakeway works pretty good on the flat roads here in Florida, it would be next to useless for anything other than very short throttle hand rests in any location with hills and mountains.

Just MHO.

Ride Safe & Smart!

Some of us just want it for throttle rests and the like.

Personally, I don't want to mess with the acc install, having to deal with vacuum lines, mounting the control unit, or anything else. Yes it is less and if you want an electronic cc it is one of the options.

CC is not for everyone, though. I think that's the most frustrating is cc owners do not seem to understand that there are some of us that do not want it.

[sirvior]

Count me in also

[Flyboy909]

Yup, I would probably do this too...

[barefoot]

so is this a done deal, or do we still need buy-in from the vendor/manufacturor?
I'm interested, of course...

[CaST]

Need 3 or 4 more. Here is who I have so far:

bradf
webdink
tpdtopcop
NightRDR
sirvior
Flyboy909
barefoot

I already talked to Brakeaway and got their buy in at that price I listed in my first post. Although if you all want, I will try to negotiate for $150 plus $10 shipping. I don't think $24 off is really a good group buy price. So the more we have in the group buy the more we can get off the price.

[tpdtopcop]

I second the negotiation on price if you want. The more people we have the less we pay

[UNTMatt]

If there is anyone on the fence with purchasing a brakeaway, I can attest to the quality and safety of the throttle lock. I'll be selling my TM if this group buy goes through. It would be great to get them for $150 + $10 shipping so step up and lets get this started!

[lyrics36]

I recognize that I am asking what is probably a stupid question, but other than break lever disengagement, how does this really differ from a Vista Cruise?

Banks

[UNTMatt]

I recognize that I am asking what is probably a stupid question, but other than break lever disengagement, how does this really differ from a Vista Cruise?

Banks


No stupid questions.

The vista cruise may work but it's really no comparison. Brakeaway is machined aluminum, disengages with the brake, easy on off w/the thumb and the quality means it will last for the life of the bike.

I delt w/vc on a previous bike and took it off. pos imho. If vc works for you and you're happy with it, great.

[JIMinMA]

I'll buy one if you can get the $150 price.

[ST1300A]

I'd be in at $150ish as well...

[ParkerBill]

No stupid questions.

The vista cruise may work but it's really no comparison. Brakeaway is machined aluminum, disengages with the brake, easy on off w/the thumb and the quality means it will last for the life of the bike.

I delt w/vc on a previous bike and took it off. pos imho. If vc works for you and you're happy with it, great.

I agree completely with NightRDR--I have had and used both the Vista Cruise and the Brakeaway and there is no comparison in the quality. The Vista Cruise is definitely much cheaper, so you could probably wear a few out and still save money, but the Vista Cruise always seemed kind of floppy and cheap looking, while the Brakeaway is a much better unit, looks much better and has the easy on off and the brake lever release.

NightRDR--Didn't mean to frustrate you--I do understand that some people don't want cruise control, I just don't understand why... :D :D

Ride Safe & Smart.

[UNTMatt]

NightRDR--Didn't mean to frustrate you--I do understand that some people don't want cruise control, I just don't understand why... :D :D

Ride Safe & Smart.


It's all good. :D

[UNTMatt]

Need 3 or 4 more. Here is who I have so far:

bradf
webdink
tpdtopcop
NightRDR
sirvior
Flyboy909
barefoot

I already talked to Brakeaway and got their buy in at that price I listed in my first post. Although if you all want, I will try to negotiate for $150 plus $10 shipping. I don't think $24 off is really a good group buy price. So the more we have in the group buy the more we can get off the price.

If we get the $150 price point, that isn't much more than the Throttlemeister and it is a much SAFER and EASIER to operate throttle lock. That in itself is worth the few extra dollars. I don't think that any one purchasing it will be disappointed like some are with the TM. I have the TM now and have seen the Brakeaway installed on an ST13 so I can attest to the use and quality of the unit. This is the reason I'm switching to the Brakeaway.

Should be now:

1) bradf
2) webdink
3) tpdtopcop
4) NightRDR
5) sirvior
6) Flyboy909
7) barefoot
8) ST1300A
9) JIMinMA

[jangalang1]

I am in at $150ish for the breakaway.

Thanks for your efforts.

Jangalang1

[CaST]

1) bradf
2) webdink
3) tpdtopcop
4) NightRDR
5) sirvior
6) Flyboy909
7) barefoot
8) ST1300A
9) JIMinMA
10) jangalang1
11)CaST

I will call them if we can get 15.

[B0k3nt]

Count me in at the $150ish for Brakeaway also. :)

Thanks,
Bobby

[UNTMatt]

1) bradf
2) webdink
3) tpdtopcop
4) NightRDR
5) sirvior
6) Flyboy909
7) barefoot
8) ST1300A
9) JIMinMA
10) jangalang1
11) CaST
12) B0k3nt


Three more to go!!!

[sirvior]

I called the company and they do not recomend the use of the unit if you have Honda Heated grips.

Ride safe

[UNTMatt]

I called the company and they do not recomend the use of the unit if you have Honda Heated grips.

Ride safe

So does that mean your out?

[Flyboy909]

I think they're probably being somewhat conservative about the installation with the heated grips. From what I read, they are afraid the wires from the grips "may" get in the way. I'd guess that some care or tweaking in the installation would alleviate any issues... but this is just a guess based on what I read.

[stfwinn1]

Count me in at $150,a great buy at that price.

[UNTMatt]

1) bradf
2) webdink
3) tpdtopcop
4) NightRDR
5) sirvior
6) Flyboy909
7) barefoot
8) ST1300A
9) JIMinMA
10) jangalang1
11) CaST
12) B0k3nt
13) stfwinn1

Getting there!!! :D

[pigeon]

do you have to give up any of the grip space when this is installed ?

[daneflyer]

Hey, sounds great. Count me in at $150ish. I saw one on an St on the showroom floor and have wanted one ever since but the price slowed me down.

[UNTMatt]

do you have to give up any of the grip space when this is installed ?


Very little. I don't think the stock grips have to be modded to install the Brakeaway. It is very narrow and sits on the inside of the grip.

Brakeaway Throttle Lock (http://brakeawayproducts.com/appguide-6CB03.html) check it out.

[UNTMatt]

1) bradf
2) webdink
3) tpdtopcop
4) NightRDR
5) sirvior
6) Flyboy909
7) barefoot
8) ST1300A
9) JIMinMA
10) jangalang1
11) CaST
12) B0k3nt
13) stfwinn1
14) daneflyer

[TGB Express]

I appreciate all the opinions...count me in on the buy! Tim

[UNTMatt]

1) bradf
2) webdink
3) tpdtopcop
4) NightRDR
5) sirvior
6) Flyboy909
7) barefoot
8) ST1300A
9) JIMinMA
10) jangalang1
11) CaST
12) B0k3nt
13) stfwinn1
14) daneflyer
15) TGB Express

[UNTMatt]

Is there a chance for us to get a group buy going for Brakeaway? Do I remember something where the guy was or wasn't interested?

If we can get 10 orders they will give us a price of $175 plus 10 shipping. Normally, 199 +10. Almost seems worth it.

Alright, CaST, we have a list of 15 if the price is $150 + $10 shipping. :)

[CDNolddude]

If not too late.. I'm in too for that price.. if they'll ship to Ontario ??

[UNTMatt]

If not too late.. I'm in too for that price.. if they'll ship to Ontario ??

I'm working with CaST to get the details finalized. I'll ask when I get a chance to call them.

It is not too late to get in on it. We still have to get the final details going.

[CaST]

I talked to Kim and they will not go below $175. Its not worth it to me right now so if you have 10 or more at that price NightRDR, please give Kim a call.

[UNTMatt]

I talked to Kim and they will not go below $175. Its not worth it to me right now so if you have 10 or more at that price NightRDR, please give Kim a call.

Thanks for trying. It's not worth it to me at this time, either. I'd have to sell my TM first, then order the Brakeaway. I can't do that with the trips coming up and risk not having a throttle lock for the bike in time.

I can attest to the quality but not to the price. They do price themselves almost out of the market.

I'll see if I can find a dealer that will sell for $150 but doubt that will happen as I'm guessing that will be below their pricing. :(

[bradf]

I have to say that I am not interested at $175 for now. I have farkled mightily on my new ST and want the Breakaway at $150, but will have to wait if $175 is the best we can do. Off to Southwest Utah I go this weekend. Bryce, Zion, Escalante... Life is good!

Brad

[MikeP]

Count me in if it is not too late!

[johi]

Not sure if this group buy is a dead issue or not...but if it's not...count me in..(as long as they will ship to Ontario)..:)

[outriderx]

I'm new to st-owners.com and I found this thread. I am in need of a cruise control or handrest system soon! My hand is killing me half the time when I take long rides.

I would be willing to pay the $175 no problem! Sounds like some others are too.. is there 10 people at that price?

If necessary I will go pay $199 for this product vs. TM. It looks like it's worth the extra $.

[johi]

Just checked with the local dealer here in London, Ontario....they want $265 plus tax for this unit!!! So $175 seems like a good deal here...:biker:

[CDNolddude]

Just checked with the local dealer here in London, Ontario....they want $265 plus tax for this unit!!! So $175 seems like a good deal here...:biker:

dealer in st catherines is $249.. havent asked for a discount yet..

[cmguerrero]

I'm game for $150.00 + $10.00 shipping, but no more. I agree it's a great product but... way too expensive.
Also, is it the solid aluminum one, or is it the partial plastic/aluminum one?
Please advise...

[barefoot]

I'm in at $175, but I need to move fast. Big trip planned in a month.

I'd use a VistaCruise (had one on my RoadStar and worked fine) but the VC won't fit the ST1300's grip/bar/whatever, (at least not without creative modification) so I'm looking for a ready-made solution.

[ConqSoft]

As a cheap alternative, I love my Throttle Rocker v2. It allows you to relax and stretch your hand just fine. Plus, it only costs about $10. :D

[CaST]

All we need is 3 more.

[Louie Louie]

Whats the difference between a Throtlemeister and this unit??

[UNTMatt]

Whats the difference between a Throtlemeister and this unit??

The Brakeaway sit's on the inside of the grip and is engaged/disengaged via your thumb. It will also disengage if you apply the front brakes.

The Brakeaway is substantually easier to use and safer to operate than the TM. I've seen it and it is one solid, well built peice of equipment. That being said, it is my opinion that it is way overpriced at $200 per unit. Even with that, we will probably replace our TM with the Brakeaway in the future.

I have not had the time to call around to the local shops to see what they can do. I doubt you will find a better deal than $175, that being said. I cannot afford it at that price so I'm out.

[Louie Louie]

The Brakeaway sit's on the inside of the grip and is engaged/disengaged via your thumb. It will also disengage if you apply the front brakes.

The Brakeaway is substantually easier to use and safer to operate than the TM. I've seen it and it is one solid, well built peice of equipment. .

the breakaway sounds nice and will probably get it if I decided for a throttle control.. I need to find out more about the audiovox unit.

Thanks again

[barefoot]

Do we still need 3 more? if so, it doesn't look like this G-buy will make in time for me.... Any more joiners in the next few days?

[johi]

Do we definitely need 10 to get the deal...or will 8 do??

[tommyboy]

I would have bought the Brakeaway unit over the Throttlemeister except that I have heated grips and the folks at Brakeaway said it would not fit. I ended up chucking the Throttlemeister anyway and going with a McCruise unit. If anyone wants to buy a Throttlemeister for $100, let me know.

[CaST]

Do we definitely need 10 to get the deal...or will 8 do??

Give them a call. It was a nice lady who answered the phone and then asked the owner. Just remind her that it was group buy for $175 plus 10 shipping from ST-1300 Owners Website.

[Louie Louie]

I would have bought the Brakeaway unit over the Throttlemeister except that I have heated grips and the folks at Brakeaway said it would not fit.

Thanks for the info. I will therefore get a TM or Audiovox cc and wont be participating in the group buy. Wish it would work w/ the heated grips...

[jangalang1]

I am in at $185 total. My right hand needs some relief during these summer weekend rides. We did 350 miles last Saturday around Ga. Tn. and N,C, mountains and right hand is just recovering.

Thanks for the effort.

[CaST]

Do we have:


barefoot, CaST, E the B, Imrubicon, jangalang1, johi, Louie Louie, MikeP, outriderx, Spinwise, TGB Express?

[MikeP]

Count me in.

[barefoot]

:yes:

[johi]

Yes...as long as they will ship to Ontario, Canada...

[Imrubicon]

:eek: I also will pass as they say no heated grips and I most likely wont take the chance till others do:(
But I will keep watching

[CaST]

barefoot, CaST, E the B, Imrubicon, jangalang1, johi, MikeP, outriderx, Spinwise, TGB Express, STrep

[barefoot]

that sounds like 10 to me - how do we proceed? (I ain't never done one o' these here group-buy thingies...)

[tpdtopcop]

i am in, but how much?

[CaST]

:attentio: :attentio: :attentio:

If you are in, now is time to ORDER ASAP. Call Kim at Brakeaway at 503-892-4998 and order for $175 plus $10 shipping. Mention Patrick Hurley.

[barefoot]

Ok, in case you didn't realize, they're going to wait until 10 orders are placed before they ship 'em out. (She says three are placed now) So please go ahead and get your orders in so I can have the item for my trip in two weeks!

:-D

[johi]

Just ordered mine :)

[2dollarbill]

I just ordered mine. I was number the 4 order for today. I quess we need at least 6 more.

[CaST]

To All that indicated that they were in on the group buy. They will only honor the group buy if we get 10 orders. In the future, if you do not intend to follow through with the group buy, please indicate it sooner. I heard from Louie Louie early enough not to pencil him in but another fell out today. There still will be enough if the other 11 of us order. As of today, they had 4 orders. Please order Monday as some of us have trips coming up. Thanks!!!

[MikeP]

I will be ordering Monday morning. Tried Friday but that had closed already.

[STrep]

I will be placing an order this morning!

[STMikeK]

Where do we order from?

[STrep]

To order:

If you are in, now is time to ORDER ASAP. Call Kim at Brakeaway at 503-892-4998 and order for $175 plus $10 shipping. Mention Patrick Hurley.

[CaST]

6 orders as of 10:30am Monday PST.

[STrep]

Ordered today. I am number 8.
They need two more to ship.

[UNTMatt]

After disscussion w/the wife, I called in our order. Kim said I was number 7, so CaST, you might want to call Kim and verify the counts. As soon as it's valid, I'll put my TM up for sale.

[brentster]

I'm not on the list and don't want to hijack this thread... just a quick question.. Does the BrakeAway work with the BMW non-heated grips? I just bought a set of grips and figure now is the time to buy before I put them on. Having said that, I want to make sure there's no problem there.

Thanks!

Brent

[UNTMatt]

I'm not on the list and don't want to hijack this thread... just a quick question.. Does the BrakeAway work with the BMW non-heated grips? I just bought a set of grips and figure now is the time to buy before I put them on. Having said that, I want to make sure there's no problem there.

Thanks!

Brent

I have the BMW grips and as I understand it, you do have to trim the grip somewhat to get it to fit. It does work with the BMW grips, though.

[barefoot]

FWIW, when I called on Friday, Kim was not available, don't remember the name of the person I did deal with, but she did say to the effect of "you're number 3" and "175+10" and "will ship when we have 10 orders"

We might want to make sure Kim is accounting for all of us who've ordered....

I'm just sayin'...

[UNTMatt]

FWIW, when I called on Friday, Kim was not available, don't remember the name of the person I did deal with, but she did say to the effect of "you're number 3" and "175+10" and "will ship when we have 10 orders"

We might want to make sure Kim is accounting for all of us who've ordered....

I'm just sayin'...

That may be the problem. Do you remember who you talked to? Can you call now and verify with Kim that she has your order?

[UNTMatt]

That may be the problem. Do you remember who you talked to? Can you call now and verify with Kim that she has your order?


It might be a good idea for anyone that phoned in their order and DID NOT talk to Kim, to call back and verify their order is on the list. This is probably a small operation and if you did not talk to Kim, your order might not be counted properly.

[barefoot]

Just spoke to Kim and she said she was, in fact, counting my order....

[jangalang1]

I ordered this morning and the other lady, not Kim assured me that they would ship as soon as they had ten orders.
I was at work and could not post until I got home tonight.
We should have about ten by now.

[barefoot]

As of my previous post, Kim said we had 8, FYI.

[UNTMatt]

Ok...the official count is 8, thanks barefoot. Two more to go! I pooled the $$ needed so I'm sure that there are two more that would be willing to jump in on this deal! :hat1:

[CaST]

NightRDR you said no first, are you in now? It doesn't matter, just checking.

[CaST]

2dollarbill, barefoot, CaST, dpage9040, E the B, Imrubicon, jangalang1, johi, MikeP, outriderx, Spinwise, STMikeK, TGB Express, NightRDR.

Is this everyone that is still in?

[UNTMatt]

NightRDR you said no first, are you in now? It doesn't matter, just checking.

I talked it over w/my wife. I called Kim and gave her my information so as soon as we have ten, mine should be shipped.

[johi]

Yes...I'm in....my order went in on Friday...

[TGB Express]

I called my order in at 11:27am EST to Andrea, Kim was not in yet. Hope this gets us closer to the magic number! TB

[UNTMatt]

I can try to call Kim tomorrow and get a list of those that have purchased.

Not exactly sure how many have actually called in their orders. I spoke with Kim today so that would lead me to believe that you, TB, were already counted in the 8 already.

[UNTMatt]

:attentio: :attentio: :attentio:

We need a couple more to get this buy together and many of us have trips coming up that we would like to have it for. :D

Two more...there has to be a couple more willing to call in and get one for a decent discount. This will probably be a one time group buy so now is the time! Step right up! Tell your friends! Pick up that phone! Don't hesitate to make that call! :call: :call: :call: :hat1: :hat1: :hat1: :chatter: :chatter: :chatter: :fe1: :fe1: :fe1: :chat1: :chat1: :chat1:

[MikeP]

I ordered mine today. Spoke to the other gal and she was not sure how many had ordered. We should be there if not just 1 off.

[UNTMatt]

They have ten on the list and the Brakeaway's should be shipped out this afternoon.

[CaST]

Kim has 10 orders and she is processing them right now. We got our group buy completed. Thanks!!!!

[UNTMatt]

Kim has 10 orders and she is processing them right now. We got our group buy completed. Thanks!!!!

Can you verify a list of first names of people that got in on the buy? I can call if you want and see if she can give it to me.

[outriderx]

Sorry, was having some life issues that prevented me from getting my order in earlier. I was #11 today and I was told mine would ship tomorrow.

Thanks again for setting this up!

[edit] Oh yeah -- and she said I was the last one -- no more.

[CaST]

THE GROUP BUY IS OVER!!!! NO MORE ORDERS WILL BE ACCEPTED BY BRAKEAWAY.

[MikeP]

Just received mine today!!!!:) Probably since I live in WA!

[UNTMatt]

Just received mine today!!!!:) Probably since I live in WA!


Cool!!!

Who delivered it? UPS, FedEx, USPS?

[tpdtopcop]

I called three times early in the morning on the last day to place my order and left message for kim and she still has not returned my call, I hope there product is better than thier customer service. I did get a hold of somebody today and they would not give me the price as the group.

[MikeP]

It was shipped via UPS

[UNTMatt]

It was shipped via UPS

Thanks! I'm hoping mine will be here today or tomorrow. Put my Throttlemeister up for sale and someone purchased it about 30 minutes later!

Bike looks better with the black bar ends and when I have the bars powder coated black, it will look even better. :)

[outriderx]

Anyone install yet? I just got mine yesterday, looking for any tips/tricks you found doing the intstall.

[CaST]

Trying to finish the install but the throttle is not disengaging after I disengage the Brakeaway. I will be calling them for support tomorrow. I am sure that its because I don't understand the nuances of the instructions, which are lengthy. When I got to the section where they talk about the cam touching the bottom of the brake lever, I got lost and then undid everything. It now engages easily but as I said the throttle stays open after I disengage the Brakeway. I knew it was going to be like this so I did rush into it right away. If I was in a hurry, I'd be frustrated.

[UNTMatt]

I still have not received mine yet. Emailed for a tracking number and have not received a reply. We did get charged $185 for it so, I'm hoping it will show up on Monday. Already sold and shipped my TM's so I hope there isn't some sort of mix up or incorrect delivery (it's happened several times in the past). UPS is ususally pretty good though, as I've had most of my issues with FedEx. :(

[MidLife]

Trying to finish the install but the throttle is not disengaging after I disengage the Brakeaway. I will be calling them for support tomorrow. I am sure that its because I don't understand the nuances of the instructions, which are lengthy. When I got to the section where they talk about the cam touching the bottom of the brake lever, I got lost and then undid everything. It now engages easily but as I said the throttle stays open after I disengage the Brakeway. I knew it was going to be like this so I did rush into it right away. If I was in a hurry, I'd be frustrated.

Is there constant friction on the grip even when the Brakeaway is disengaged?

The heart of a good installation is to have the throttle as free and snappy when you let it go as when you did not have the Brakeaway installed.

Get a feel of how fast the throttle snaps back when you let it go without the Brakeaway installed. You want the grip to be just as free with the Brakeaway in place.

If you have too much friction, it is most likely because your Brakeaway is not aligned properly with the grip. It is cocked and puts the grip in a bind. Loosen up the lever to the brake lever bolt, centralize the Brakeaway on the grip so that the grip rolls freely, and then tighten the lever again, making sure the Brakeaway doesn't come out of alignement while tightening up the lever. Keep rolling the throttle as you tighten, to make sure it remains free.

[CaST]

Before doing step 3.3 (connecting up the linkage) make sure that when you turn the throttle it snaps back. After this step, it has to snap back, if it doesn't start over.

The other thing, make sure that the screw (16) is loose before making any adjustments in 3.3. Mine wasn't and they don't say anything about it being tightened until after I could figure out why it kep binding. The reason it was binding was because the clamp ring was cock-eyed. The other thing is that I moved my brake closer to (6) so I wouldn't have use the block extender.

Works great.

[outriderx]

Thanks for the tips, I figured mine out last night as well. Although I used the block to extend the linkage to the brake.

Looks like it works great. Everything looks straight, brake dis-engages unit, throttle snaps back no problem. Unit engages nicely. Can't wait to try it in action this morning on the way to work. Cruise control in commute traffic?!?!

[MidLife]

Thanks for the tips, I figured mine out last night as well. Although I used the block to extend the linkage to the brake.

Looks like it works great. Everything looks straight, brake dis-engages unit, throttle snaps back no problem. Unit engages nicely. Can't wait to try it in action this morning on the way to work. Cruise control in commute traffic?!?!

You should also check the amount of friction exerted by the BA.

It needs to be just enough to keep the grip from snapping back, but not too much so you can still adjust the throttle with the BA engaged. You should be able to make speed adjustments without disengaging the BA (similar to the ThrottleMeister operation). The friction is adjustable if you find out there is too much of it.

[UNTMatt]

Mine came in and now I'm working on getting it installed. I know now what you were referring too and I'm having some issues getting it installed as well.

Does anyone have this installed and functioning with the BMW grips? If so, did you have to modifiy the grips to get it to work properly?

[MidLife]

Mine came in and now I'm working on getting it installed. I know now what you were referring too and I'm having some issues getting it installed as well.

Does anyone have this installed and functioning with the BMW grips? If so, did you have to modifiy the grips to get it to work properly?

There was a post on this that you might be able to search out, about how to modify (grind, slice, cut out, whatever) the BMW grip to make the BA fit.

[UNTMatt]

There was a post on this that you might be able to search out, about how to modify (grind, slice, cut out, whatever) the BMW grip to make the BA fit.

I found one but the pix don't give enough information and that poster was showing mainly his heated grip work around.

We don't have heated grips, just the BMW grips and what is happening is the BMW grips have a slope on the inside of the grip. The slide (6) piece that attaches the Brakeaway to the brake lever is just a hair too short pulling the brakeaway out of round causing it to bind. :(

[MidLife]

I found one but the pix don't give enough information and that poster was showing mainly his heated grip work around.

We don't have heated grips, just the BMW grips and what is happening is the BMW grips have a slope on the inside of the grip. The slide (6) piece that attaches the Brakeaway to the brake lever is just a hair too short pulling the brakeaway out of round causing it to bind. :(

Even after moving the brake lever as close as possible to the grip?

And using the extender block?

[UNTMatt]

Even after moving the brake lever as close as possible to the grip?

And using the extender block?


I got it to work. Needed to go through the instructions a second time. Really, someone should take these mechanical things away from me. :)

[CaST]

Thanks for the tips, I figured mine out last night as well. Although I used the block to extend the linkage to the brake.

Looks like it works great. Everything looks straight, brake dis-engages unit, throttle snaps back no problem. Unit engages nicely. Can't wait to try it in action this morning on the way to work. Cruise control in commute traffic?!?!

I took my 8 year old out for a ride tonight and engaged it at low speed, then higher speed and was able to increase the speed while the BA was engaged. I knew something was going to show up as a gotcha but its not really an issue but don't forget to disengage it before pulling in the clutch. Vroooooooom!!:eek:

[outriderx]

I knew something was going to show up as a gotcha but its not really an issue but don't forget to disengage it before pulling in the clutch. Vroooooooom!!:eek:

:) way to get your heart goin! It's also a good idea to keep your hand on the throttle when you disengage! With my hand OFF the throttle I pressed the button to disengage and the throttle sprung back and mmooovrrrrr (opposite of vrroooommm)! LOL

[jangalang1]

Can someone please post a closeup picture of the brakeaway installed on a stock ST-1300 grip?
I only have about 1/8 inch of space and the adapter ring is wider than that.

Thanks

[CaST]

Can someone please post a closeup picture of the brakeaway installed on a stock ST-1300 grip?
I only have about 1/8 inch of space and the adapter ring is wider than that.

Thanks

It slides on the grip. You must be thinking that you put the ring between the grip and the hand brake assembly and you do not. See figure 4 of the instructions. It shows them putting on the grip, beveled side toward the flange.

[jangalang1]

The brakeaway cruise control is awesome. I would highly recommend it for everyone who rides for hours at a time.
Thanks to those who arranged this group buy.

[UNTMatt]

The brakeaway cruise control is awesome. I would highly recommend it for everyone who rides for hours at a time.
Thanks to those who arranged this group buy.

I'm having second thoughts about it now and mine might be up for sale soon. One might find a new black Throttlemeister back on my ride. :)

[outriderx]

:confused: just a hint of sarcasm detected!

STill have not gotten to take her out for a nice *long* ride with the cruise on, maybe Friday I'll have that chance!

[UNTMatt]

:confused: just a hint of sarcasm detected!

STill have not gotten to take her out for a nice *long* ride with the cruise on, maybe Friday I'll have that chance!


Nope, see the for sale section. I'm done messing with the adjustments on this thing and I want to go back to using my BMW grips. The BA keeps tearing at my thumbs with the BMW grips and I cannot get it adjusted with the Mototrax grips (it still rubs my thumb knuckle but not as bad). I've been dorking with this thing ALL DAY. There is no reason for any mechanical throttle lock to be this complicated to install. Mind you, it's humid as all get out here in FW right now and hot in my garage so that's not adding to my already short fuse. I guess it's fairly easy if you have OEM grips. I do love the safety features of it but my TM never needed adjusting after the initial install and never needs maintenance unless you wear out the friction lock. Simple, cheap plastic peice to replace.

[outriderx]

Too bad about the HEAT, and I was complaining the other day when it hit 90 with practically no humidity!

Sounds like it works best with the stock grips. Never thought about changing them out myself.

Hope you get all of your change back. Anyone who still wants one, give the man his entire dime the product is worth it.

[CaST]

Nope, see the for sale section. I'm done messing with the adjustments on this thing and I want to go back to using my BMW grips. The BA keeps tearing at my thumbs with the BMW grips and I cannot get it adjusted with the Mototrax grips (it still rubs my thumb knuckle but not as bad). I've been dorking with this thing ALL DAY. There is no reason for any mechanical throttle lock to be this complicated to install. Mind you, it's humid as all get out here in FW right now and hot in my garage so that's not adding to my already short fuse. I guess it's fairly easy if you have OEM grips. I do love the safety features of it but my TM never needed adjusting after the initial install and never needs maintenance unless you wear out the friction lock. Simple, cheap plastic peice to replace.


Did you call BA? You must have installed it wrong or something. It was over 100 here the other day and it engaged fine and held. Also, where do you hold the throttle? I hold mine way out on the end. My thumb knuckle isn't anywhere near the BA.

[UNTMatt]

Did you call BA? You must have installed it wrong or something. It was over 100 here the other day and it engaged fine and held. Also, where do you hold the throttle? I hold mine way out on the end. My thumb knuckle isn't anywhere near the BA.

I like to choke up on the bars so moving my hands outward is going to prove to be a learning curve.

I've tried reinstalling this thing several times now finally got it somewhat functioning last night. The throttle moves forward when the BA isn't engaged but not like if it wasn't installed at all. No I haven't called BA, not sure what they could do other than tell me to either try another set of grips or attempt the install again. I could go back to the BMW grips as I got it working with those grips but then I lost too much real estate.

The only thing the heat+humidty is doing is cooking me in the garage while I'm installing it. :rolleyes:

[MLRickards]

I have an e-mail in to Brakeaway tech support to see if they have any suggestions for using it with the BMW grips. My current choices are:

1. Live with the install I have, which sort of works, but not as well as with the stock grips

2. Go back to the stock grips

3. Get into a price war with NightRDR trying to sell mine too ;) (just kidding)

[UNTMatt]

I have an e-mail in to Brakeaway tech support to see if they have any suggestions for using it with the BMW grips. My current choices are:

1. Live with the install I have, which sort of works, but not as well as with the stock grips

2. Go back to the stock grips

3. Get into a price war with NightRDR trying to sell mine too ;) (just kidding)


Let me know what comes of your email with BA. I'm going to lower the price of my BA to $150 I think. I can go back to the TM real easy, have the option of any grip that suits me, and I don't lose any grip real estate with any grip. Not to mention, it takes about 20 minutes to install/adjust the TM and your done. Unless you remove it for any reason or need to replace the friction plate it never needs maintenance or adjustment.

The BA looked so good too....just doesn't seem to work for me, though.

[outriderx]

WOW, those grips must be amazing. I can't imagine giving up the BA for a pair of grips. This thing is really nice. Never used anything else though so I have no comparison.

[UNTMatt]

WOW, those grips must be amazing. I can't imagine giving up the BA for a pair of grips. This thing is really nice. Never used anything else though so I have no comparison.

They are not that and a bag of chips but they are, at least to me, substantually better than the OEM grips Honda sticks you with. This becomes more apparent the longer the ride and if you have trouble with CT or other wrist/joint issues.

Also when I'm riding, the BA rubs my right thumb and putting my hand farther out feels really strange to me. Like I said, it's probably a great product for some and the safety features are second to none. The BA is well constructed but it is not the right throttle lock for me. :(

[ST1300 Alicia]

I love my BMW grips! I'm willing to work around them when I chose a throttle lock. I like the BA and it looks like it's a very high quality product. I think the Throttle Meister might be a little awkward to use, but I'm willing to make that sacrifice to keep my BMW Grips and their current spacing on the Bars. Just my opinion. I'm looking to add some type of a Throttle Lock FARKLE as soon as I'm sure which one I want to get. Cruise Control would be nice, but I'm only interested in a Short Break for my throttle hand from time to time. Twisting the throttle and shifting, to me that is what ridding is all about. I would never buy a sports car with an automatic transmission either.

Alicia from the Left Coast

[outriderx]

Twisting the throttle and shifting, to me that is what ridding is all about. I would never buy a sports car with an automatic transmission either.

I agree. For the short time I have used it, kind of felt like I was riding a scooter at one point (not really but you know what I mean)!

Anyone have a link for the BMW grips you are all talking about, sounds like something that might be worth checking out.

[CaST]

The more I use the BA, the more I love it. Its the best farkle this year!

P.S. its the only farkle this year.

[UNTMatt]

I love my BMW grips! I'm willing to work around them when I chose a throttle lock. I like the BA and it looks like it's a very high quality product. I think the Throttle Meister might be a little awkward to use, but I'm willing to make that sacrifice to keep my BMW Grips and their current spacing on the Bars. Just my opinion. I'm looking to add some type of a Throttle Lock FARKLE as soon as I'm sure which one I want to get. Cruise Control would be nice, but I'm only interested in a Short Break for my throttle hand from time to time. Twisting the throttle and shifting, to me that is what ridding is all about. I would never buy a sports car with an automatic transmission either.

Alicia from the Left Coast

If I could go back or have a do-over, I'd get the powder coated black Throttlemeister.

I'm going to give the BA a chance over the trip in a little over a week and she how she does. It's also a new experence to start the bike. I don't know how many times I've set the BA to start the bike.

[UNTMatt]

I agree. For the short time I have used it, kind of felt like I was riding a scooter at one point (not really but you know what I mean)!

Anyone have a link for the BMW grips you are all talking about, sounds like something that might be worth checking out.

http://www.st-owners.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=16158&d=1176951917

[Cheddarhead]

If I could go back or have a do-over, I'd get the powder coated black Throttlemeister.

I'm going to give the BA a chance over the trip in a little over a week and she how she does. It's also a new experence to start the bike. I don't know how many times I've set the BA to start the bike.

Lurker here...could you please expound on this point. What do you have to do with the BA Throttle Lock to start your ST?

Interested in this as an option...I have no experience with either the BA or the TM versions...and I have a short fuse when it comes to fussy adjustments and installations...

TIA!

Cheddar

[MLRickards]

Lurker here...could you please expound on this point. What do you have to do with the BA Throttle Lock to start your ST?

Interested in this as an option...I have no experience with either the BA or the TM versions...and I have a short fuse when it comes to fussy adjustments and installations...

TIA!

Cheddar

I originally installed the BA on the stock ST grips and after a little fussing with the install (minor), it worked great. No adjustments necessary after that. But, I've experienced similar problems as Matt in trying to use the BA with the BMW grips. They have a significant flange that messes up the way the BA works. When you install it far enough down the handle to be free of the flange, you've taken up a lot of grip space for your hand.

My current set up is working somewhat (doesn't hold the speed very constant for very long) because I ended up slicing the grip in two to where the flanged part isn't really a factor anymore. Not an optimal solution. I have a new right grip on order and will try it again without an exacto knife this time! :rolleyes:

Off topic Cheddar...I grew up in Waukesha and spent a lot of time riding my '78 Honda 550K around Pewaukee! We used to fish and water ski on the lake almost every weekend. Great place.

[UNTMatt]

What do you have to do with the BA Throttle Lock to start your ST?

The BA mounts on the inside of the throttle grip. The BA's engage/disengage buttons are located between your hand and the starter button. I usually just reach over w/my thumb to start the bike but now, after the install of the BA, I'll reach over with my thumb and lock the BA instead of hitting the starter button. A little annoying.

I'm going to see how it goes over the trip. I also want to see how Mark handles his surgery on the new BMW grip. If it goes well, I might con him into helping me surgically alter mine.

[CaST]

I use my BA all the time, even at low speeds. I love the thing. It never gets out of wack and I have not had to adjust it. Great farkle!!!

[joejoe111]

i to would be interested in brakeaway group buy.

[tommyboy]

If I had not bought my STeed with heated grips, I would have bought the Brakeaway unit. I was told that I would have to cut off the connection and loose the heat. I opted for a McCruise, but the Audiovox CCS100 is a good choice, too.