Throttlemeister install

[pago cruiser]

Did a search and seems no one has this.
I've got about 4 of them on various bikes - love it.

However.
Called the maker up a couple weeks ago, gave him the handlebar ID (20.75mm), and received a set a couple days later.  Just started installing this am.

It works  by installing a cylinder of slightly smaller diameter than the bars, that has a screw type mechanism that when tightened, expands the O-rings mounted on the cylinder. The throttle tube then has a separate screw type mechanism that presses against the end of it.  Works great.

Problem  is that the ones he sent me have an internal cylinder OD of 18.4mm. While the tightening mechanism works, the difference in diameters is too great - with the result that the end kind of wobbles around.  I'm not entirely certain it will come out or fail, but it is disconcertingly different.  All the other units fit nice and tight.  With firm engagement and disengagement.

Anybody else go through this? 

At this point I can just live with it - at least until returning from a big trip next week - and hope it does not fall out.  Or pull it apart, press out the roll pin that holds it together, take it to a machinist to turn it down by about  0.75mm, and reassemble.  While this should work.... its a PITA when I am trying to get a bunch of other stuff done. 

 

[pago cruiser]

Solved it, so figured I'd update the post.

Pulled the pair I used on the Hack Valk, which I installed Harley 1" aftermarket bars.  While they were just a smidgen too large, the culprit was the weld seam protrusion inside the handlebars.  About 30 inutes with an industrial die grinder and some pipe reaming cones on each side (after the initial half hour trying to find my tools... )

Fred from Marker Machine emailed me today with a response as well; he does have a intermediate size for the 2014; that would prolly work without the die grinder routine. 

When I get back I'll have to exchange the "too small" set for the proper size.  I'll post some pics later as well. These work great!.

[PAVALKER]

I have seen those and it didn't trip my trigger, especially for the price.   I have used other types of throttle locks, especially those similar to the Kury 6218 Throttle lock, which works and looks great, costs about $35 bucks or less and is functional with one hand (or thumb).


https://www.amazon.com/Kuryakyn-6218-Universal-Econo-Throttle-Assist/dp/B002VVIC06

[bscrive]

PAVALKER,
I had one of those on my bike when I first got it, but I found that it wouldn't hold my speed very well.  Before I put in my electronic cruise I got a Go Cruise throttle lock.  Works perfect and is pretty cheap.  I still use it even though I have electronic cruise now.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-Go-Cruise-2-Universal-Aluminum-Motorcycle-Throttle-Lock-Cruise-Control/151847654392?hash=item235ad353f8:g:l0QAAOSwo6lWHRDF:sc:USPSFirstClass!13669!US!-1

[PAVALKER]

PAVALKER,
I had one of those on my bike when I first got it, but I found that it wouldn't hold my speed very well.  Before I put in my electronic cruise I got a Go Cruise throttle lock.  Works perfect and is pretty cheap.  I still use it even though I have electronic cruise now.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-Go-Cruise-2-Universal-Aluminum-Motorcycle-Throttle-Lock-Cruise-Control/151847654392?hash=item235ad353f8:g:l0QAAOSwo6lWHRDF:sc:USPSFirstClass!13669!US!-1

I've seen that before as well, a few locals have that.  I have not had issues with the Vista or the Kury, and the Kury is on my 14 Valk with black Kury ISO grips.  I don't make a habit of keeping it on long,  just for a reach a rub or a scratch, but it works well for me.

[Jess from VA]

Throttle locks are also nice for long distance.  It's not like holding the throttle steady is that fatiguing, but when you are going all day on the Eway, it can be a nice power assist for the old wrist.

It's not a cruise control, but properly adjusted, small increases or decreases are easy.

Then, just for grins, you can amuse the cagers...... look mom, no hands. 

And steering with the highway pegs is fun too (small changes) .     

[OdentonValkyrie]

I have seen those and it didn't trip my trigger, especially for the price.   I have used other types of throttle locks, especially those similar to the Kury 6218 Throttle lock, which works and looks great, costs about $35 bucks or less and is functional with one hand (or thumb).


https://www.amazon.com/Kuryakyn-6218-Universal-Econo-Throttle-Assist/dp/B002VVIC06

Do you have the Kuryakan 6218 installed on your Valk?  According to Amazon, it doesn't work with the 2014  Valk. Just want to make sure before I buy it.  Thanks!

[PAVALKER]

I have seen those and it didn't trip my trigger, especially for the price.   I have used other types of throttle locks, especially those similar to the Kury 6218 Throttle lock, which works and looks great, costs about $35 bucks or less and is functional with one hand (or thumb).


https://www.amazon.com/Kuryakyn-6218-Universal-Econo-Throttle-Assist/dp/B002VVIC06

Do you have the Kuryakan 6218 installed on your Valk?  According to Amazon, it doesn't work with the 2014  Valk. Just want to make sure before I buy it.  Thanks!

I do and it does.  A few of us that are also on the FB group have this.  I don't understand why it says that.

[OdentonValkyrie]

Thanks!!

[Keywasted]

Thanks!!

I have one that came off my bike, according to the gentleman I bought it from. I’ll sell for it $20 shipped if you can use it. I believe it’s made by Vista and looks very similar to the Kuryakin. I installed the MADCO cam lock that came off my VTX on the Valk and it worked perfectly.

[PAVALKER]

I have the Vista on my 99IS and the Kury on my 14Valk.  I like the looks of the Kury better, especially on that bike.   Function the same tho.

[Kirknik]

So I just got the Kuryakyn 6218 throttle lock. Trying to install it on my Kury iso grips on my Tourer. They dont fit!
None of the spacers work.
Kuryakyn throttle lock that won't fit on Kuryakyn grips? That makes no sense to me. I must be doing something wrong although I tried three times and it just does not fit. Anybody got any ideas?