Looking for recommendations for a throttle lock for my 95 ST1100. What is the best option?
Throttle Lock-ST1100
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240Robert
Re: Throttle Lock
Whatever works best for you. I use a Go-Cruise and used it just today.
http://www.ragingmoto.com/harley-da...ontrol-black?gclid=CIKXoODynNACFQoxaQodCIoJkw
Mine is aluminum but there's a plastic version for around $20. You put a silicone band around the inboard portion of the throttle grip. Open the GC like calipers and put in around the band juuuuusssst tight enough that the throttle won't close on its own. Done.
To use it just push the lever down onto the brake lever with your index finger at your throttle opening of choice. To disengage it just roll off the throttle. It can be moved from bike-to-bike in seconds.
There are several different TLs. I've found this one to be the best combo of price/installation/convenience of any of them. But that's me. A search here should turn up a number of threads. Every device has its fans and detractors.
Whatever works best for you. I use a Go-Cruise and used it just today.
http://www.ragingmoto.com/harley-da...ontrol-black?gclid=CIKXoODynNACFQoxaQodCIoJkw
Mine is aluminum but there's a plastic version for around $20. You put a silicone band around the inboard portion of the throttle grip. Open the GC like calipers and put in around the band juuuuusssst tight enough that the throttle won't close on its own. Done.
To use it just push the lever down onto the brake lever with your index finger at your throttle opening of choice. To disengage it just roll off the throttle. It can be moved from bike-to-bike in seconds.
There are several different TLs. I've found this one to be the best combo of price/installation/convenience of any of them. But that's me. A search here should turn up a number of threads. Every device has its fans and detractors.
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Vista Cruise - sounds similar to what has already been mentioned.
Vista Cruise - sounds similar to what has already been mentioned.
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Bill Rankin
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I've always liked my Throttlemeister. Not everyone's cup of tea, but it works for me on three bikes, especially with a knurled ring I bought off eBay to help it work better. I'd also consider a Kaoko throttle lock.
I've always liked my Throttlemeister. Not everyone's cup of tea, but it works for me on three bikes, especially with a knurled ring I bought off eBay to help it work better. I'd also consider a Kaoko throttle lock.
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A Crampbuster isn't a throttle "lock" , but it works well as far as preventing your hand from cramping up after a long time in the saddle.
I use a Crampbuster as well as a Vista Cruise at times. But the problem with a throttle lock is it really doesn't hold the speed steady over a longish time period.
So, I also have installed a Rostra Electronic after market cruise control ( made for an auto ). But in some situations, when I'm not using the Rostra, the Crampbuster or Vista Cruise is used for short periods of time. All three have their place.
A Crampbuster isn't a throttle "lock" , but it works well as far as preventing your hand from cramping up after a long time in the saddle.
I use a Crampbuster as well as a Vista Cruise at times. But the problem with a throttle lock is it really doesn't hold the speed steady over a longish time period.
So, I also have installed a Rostra Electronic after market cruise control ( made for an auto ). But in some situations, when I'm not using the Rostra, the Crampbuster or Vista Cruise is used for short periods of time. All three have their place.
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I've been using my Omnicruise for a long time and love it. http://www.omni-cruise.com/
I've been using my Omnicruise for a long time and love it. http://www.omni-cruise.com/
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Just installed a Vista-Cruise last weekend on my 2003 ST1100P. I'm having all kinds of problems with it, but it's not the products fault... it's the lack of tension on my throttle return spring that has given me problems since I got this bike. Very frustrating.
I also had the Vista-Cruise on my CB750k years ago, and worked very well for me.
Just installed a Vista-Cruise last weekend on my 2003 ST1100P. I'm having all kinds of problems with it, but it's not the products fault... it's the lack of tension on my throttle return spring that has given me problems since I got this bike. Very frustrating.
I also had the Vista-Cruise on my CB750k years ago, and worked very well for me.
I use the plastic Vista Cruise, the one that fits between the grip flange and switch housing. Rough the id/contact area with course sandpaper and install per instructions.
Not automotive cruise control by any means. The bike will change speed with road incline and wind. It will also creep down a bit due to throttle spring tension. Same is inherent with all lock devices. Regardless, it gives my hand a needed break every 20 minutes or so.
Not automotive cruise control by any means. The bike will change speed with road incline and wind. It will also creep down a bit due to throttle spring tension. Same is inherent with all lock devices. Regardless, it gives my hand a needed break every 20 minutes or so.
I have the Atlas throttle lock on my st1300. Its a bit pricey (115), but holds speed really well for hours, especially on flat roads and some what hilly roads.
John OoSTerhuis
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Interesting. I hadn't heard about that option: http://www.atlasthrottlelock.com
I've used Vista Cruises for ~28 years. And also have a genuine (non-velcro) Throttle Rocker wrist rest (linky), plus an AudioVox cruise control on my 1991 ST1100. I use all three on almoST every ride.
John
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I've tried a few but liked the atlas the best, from a throttle lock perspective. What I'd really like to install is the third item you mentioned (audiovox) or rostra. I'd like to bring this up as a tech event item next year and see if someone can help me with the installation. That should really make my ST a complete tourer.
John OoSTerhuis
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Here's the AudioVox CCS-100 cruise control kit: http://www.murphskits.com/product_info.php?cPath=25&products_id=422
And here's the step-by-step install guide many have used (pictures and captions, click on Title to sort their order): http://www.st-riders.net/coppermine/thumbnails.php?album=33&page=1&sort=ta
FYI FWWIW YMMV
John
Thanks for the info John. I will go over it. However, I am also considering the Rostra 250-1223 Electronic Cruise Control. This does not use a vacuum canister. Any thoughts or instructions for that. Thanks. Dilshad Peters
I use a Throttle Rocker and a Throttlemeister - good combo. I haven't figured out where (inside an ST1300 fairing) people put all the hardware required for a real cruise control yet....
The Throttle Rocker is $5 and quite a useful item for easing wrist strain. My bike came with a Throttlemeister which was so out of adjustment that it didn't work. I called the folks who made it and they kindly sent me a drawing which enabled me to figure out how to pull it out of the bar and adjust it properly. It is a useful device on long flat boring slabs - but I wouldn't be keen to use it on twistys.
The Throttle Rocker is $5 and quite a useful item for easing wrist strain. My bike came with a Throttlemeister which was so out of adjustment that it didn't work. I called the folks who made it and they kindly sent me a drawing which enabled me to figure out how to pull it out of the bar and adjust it properly. It is a useful device on long flat boring slabs - but I wouldn't be keen to use it on twistys.
OP
OP
Thanks for the feed back....
John OoSTerhuis
Life Is Good!
If My Vista Cruise ever breaks and I come up with some extra cash/"mad money," I'll have one of these beauties:
https://www.brakeawayproducts.com
A very nice piece of machining (almost jewel-like) that has the additional feature/function of disengaging with the brake lever... slick.
John
https://www.brakeawayproducts.com
A very nice piece of machining (almost jewel-like) that has the additional feature/function of disengaging with the brake lever... slick.
John
The machining is nice and the disengaging feature with the brake is also very nice, but in the end its still a throttle lock and a bit pricey
Behind the mirror in the front fairing. A few articles in the ST1300 mod section. Try this one.
I have the Throttlemeister and the Rostra electric unit. Both have their place and use.
ST Gui
240Robert
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You have probably considered this already but have you tried 'spraying' some powdered graphite at the ends of the twist grip at the switch block and bar end weight. I had a similar experience to you the graphite lubricated the ends of the grip and it returned normally.
You have probably considered this already but have you tried 'spraying' some powdered graphite at the ends of the twist grip at the switch block and bar end weight. I had a similar experience to you the graphite lubricated the ends of the grip and it returned normally.