MC Cruise - Holy Expensive Batman!

[TripleJ]

I was researching electronic cruise control options and checked the price of a new MC Cruise unit at mccruise.com. They must be real proud of their product to sell it at $1,002.39. I'm planning on doing a ride next summer to meet my Dad in Colorado and I'll be doing some slab time to get out there which is why I'm even considering the electronic cruise.

For those who have an MC Cruise, are they worth $1,000? I see folks are using the Audiovox unit and they cost a lot less. Would anyone be able to compare/contrast the two for me?

 

[KTD1911]

I dont have the mc cruise I have the rostra unit which makes the audio vox i have now used this system on my last4 bikes. Rostra has a electronic or pneaumatic controler i use the electonic servo. fairly easy instal if you are mechanically inclined. For pricing info look up rostra.com and they will tell you to find your regiional ditstributer their is a pretty good link on this site talking about the cruise options. If you go with the rostra you will need the universal electronic cruise with control switch of your choice and i recomend a pulse divider four your spedo input and i got the divide by 4 divider and the whole system works great.

 

[John Anthony]

I have one of the Aussie's units and I couldn't be happier with it. Installed it 8 years ago and it's been flawless. Works just like an automobile unit. In my mind, it's well worth the price. If you've got any specific questions, feel free to PM me and I'll try to help out.

John

 

[TripleJ]

I dont have the mc cruise I have the rostra unit which makes the audio vox i have now used this system on my last4 bikes. Rostra has a electronic or pneaumatic controler i use the electonic servo. fairly easy instal if you are mechanically inclined. For pricing info look up rostra.com and they will tell you to find your regiional ditstributer their is a pretty good link on this site talking about the cruise options. If you go with the rostra you will need the universal electronic cruise with control switch of your choice and i recomend a pulse divider four your spedo input and i got the divide by 4 divider and the whole system works great.

Is this the one you're using: http://www.rostra.com/universal-aftermarket-cruise-control-by-rostra.php

 

[sirepair]

My Audiovox CCS-100 cost me $89. Other than a minor wiring issue (my own fault) it has worked well. But I'm a "frugal" kinda guy!

 

[Skunkape]

But I'm a "frugal" kinda guy!

That must be the PC word for what I am.

 

[TripleJ]

My Audiovox CCS-100 cost me $89. Other than a minor wiring issue (my own fault) it has worked well. But I'm a "frugal" kinda guy!

The Audiovox uses a vacuum canister, yes? What does that accomplish? I guess I really don't have a good understanding of electronic versus vacuum, or if that's even the right comparison.

 

[sirepair]

"Servo" cruise uses an electric motor to pull the cable, where a vacuum unit has a large diaphram that does the work. Both need some type of speed sensor to monitor (1100 uses ignition pulses, 1300 has a speed sensor) to decide if it's necessary to pull, hold or release the cable.

The additional vacuum canister is not necessary, but it does help the vacuum units function better when there is a big demand on the system (pulling hills at higher speeds). I fabricated a canister to fit in the "void" of my 1100's swingarm, thus utilizing otherwise wasted space.

HTH!

 

[sstakes1]

I have the AudioVox CCS100 knockoff from Murphs Kits http://www.murphskits.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=422. I got it at an introductory price of USD 100. I've had it for two years with no problem. They also sell a vacuum canister http://www.murphskits.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=222 that I use with my system
--Ram

 

[sstakes1]

" 1300 has a speed sensor

Hmm. I didn't know that. I followed the instructions on this site and had to tap into the coil wire!

 

[snowmoer]

If you are looking at the Rostra, look for the thread in this section. That is what I used and am real happy with the rostra. Others have added info from their install. With the Gold Wing control, it looks like it came from Honda.

 

[stmike1300]

I also have the Murph Kit,holds the speed better than my Goldwing.

 

[KTD1911]

Is this the one you're using: http://www.rostra.com/universal-aftermarket-cruise-control-by-rostra.php

Yep that is the one i have a control switch for that unit that u can have cheap

 

[KTD1911]

Is this the one you're using: http://www.rostra.com/universal-aftermarket-cruise-control-by-rostra.php

The control switch i have is the250-3592 bought it when i purchased the rostra but decided to use a gold wing switch instead

 

[Uncle Phil]

I have MCCruises on all three of my ST1100 units. Great units and great support! But I did buy them back before the value of the US Dollar went in the toilet. The hookup on the ST1300 is a little easier than the ST1100 as you have to deal with the bell pulley on the carbs if you go AudioVox or Rostra. Rostras seem to get really good marks. At the time of my 'cruise' decision, I figured the MCCruise was only about $100 more than all the bits and pieces I would need for the Rostra. But back then, the MCCruises were about $550.

 

[TomStickler]

Like Uncle Phil, I bought my McCruise when they were less expensive -- March 2007 -- and was worth every penny.

The throttle is pulled open via a diaphragm canister that connects to manifold vacuum on one side, atmospheric pressure on the other. A Hall Effect sensor reading magnets in the Allen recesses of the rear disk bolts sends speed info to the computer under the rear seat. When the desired speed is reached, a bleed valve trims the manifold vacuum just enough to overcome the throttle return spring. You can see that diaphragm canister in my avatar in front of the rear shock preload knob.

The only problem I have experienced was trying to maintain speed at high altitude where atmospheric pressure was not high enough to overcome the throttle return spring.

I really like how it maintains set speed on a long downgrade. It will go so far as to completely close the throttle.

 

[Yuma ST]

I've had the MC for nearly 3 years and been totally pleased with it. I got in when they were still selling for sub $800. 1K is a big chunk of cheese, but you get what you pay for and the MC is without a doubt top shelf.

 

[TripleJ]

Thanks for all the feedback. I'll have to decide if this is truly the way I want to go or just do the throttle-lock thing and save some dollars. Or, maybe the US dollar will rise in value as compared to the Australian dollar and then my problem will be solved for me!

 

[Juan]

I use the electronic audiovox and be very happy with it, also use switch goldwing 1800.

http://juanst1300.blogspot.com.es

 

[playfair]

If you're on the fence about spending the money for CC, try the o-ring cruise. Cost is a buck (I have extras if you can't find them cheap)
It works well enough to give that right hand a good break!
Takes a bit to get used to turning "on and off", but I've made many 600 mi/day trips with it.