throttle lock opinion

[flcjr]

I have been looking for a new throttle lock just wondering what people like I had vista but didn't care for it found these. anyone ever install them or use them?
http://www.hondadirectlineofshadyside.com/stores/product.asp?pid=9297&str=2&ID=924608170

[Jess from VA]

I have not.

I have this on both Valks.  Price has gone up since I got them.  Work well, and look great with the Kury Iso grips.

http://www.madcorider.com/cam-lock_honda_cruisers.html

[PhredValk]

I don't care for throttle locks. I ride frequently with the local GWRRA and I fall behind a lot. Bought and will install the Audiovox electronic cruise control. More gas uphill, less gas downhill to maintain speed reliably. And not that much more expensive than some of the better locks out there.
Fred.

[Walküre]

I have been looking for a new throttle lock just wondering what people like I had vista but didn't care for it found these. anyone ever install them or use them?
http://www.hondadirectlineofshadyside.com/stores/product.asp?pid=9297&str=2&ID=924608170

Buddy has them on his VFR. He "doesn't mind" them, but after trying my brake-away, he prefers mine a LOT more. I tried his, and couldn't get the hang of it - I wanted to keep reaching over with my left hand, to set the darn thing. Don't know if there are any adjustments, his just didn't feel right, and give me any confidence.

I do agree with the new cruise control that's out there. I might look at getting one, this summer.

R

[Gear Jammer]

+1 on Brakeaway model 

[alph]

i looked at that throttle lock, didn't think it made sense to have to take your hand off the throttle to twist it tight enough to lock.  i had the kind that was like the one Jess posted, it was easy to use too.  i've recently installed an audiovox cruise, it was intimidating at first but well worth the install.

al.

[Chrisj CMA]

Heres my opinion on throttle locks:

I dont think they are meant to be used as  a cruise control.  Ive had a couple and they dont really hold speed because they are one setting and the road and the wind demand constant changes to maintain speed. 

I think of them as a helping hand if the right hand needs a shake out.  If you need to grab something like water from a bag on the right side or you just want to take some pressure off the return of the the throttle.  They work great for those things

However, I have found that a throttle boss does everything listed abobe except let you completely take you hand away and since I put the throttle boss on I stopped using the lock almost completely

[f-Stop]

+1, +1

The Brake Away releases when you engage the front brake which makes it a "no brainer" in an emergency stop.  Well built and works with OEM or Kuryakyn grips. 

Even with the Throttle Boss in use, it's nice to rest my right hand every now and again.

[John Schmidt]

Spend the money and time to install a cruise control, you'll be much happier. I'm with ChrisCMJ on this, I had a couple different locks on my bike when I first got it and you still have to constantly be changing the setting. If you're riding the plains out west they're fine. If you install a cruise, just remember to not use it in town or in the rain.

[BIG--T]

I love my Brakeaway! They are pricey but well made and quality craftmanship. I have heard some horror stories about some electronic cruise controls that will not disengage! So with the BRA just tap your brake lever and she's disengaged or press a button. Great on long trips on the interstate or basically flat roads.  It is great for relaxing your right hand!

[Misfit]

I use the madcorider installed upside down. I lift it with my thumb to lock it and push it down to release it. It works better in an emergency situation and it also looks better upside down.

[R J]

I don't care for throttle locks. I ride frequently with the local GWRRA and I fall behind a lot. Bought and will install the Audiovox electronic cruise control. More gas uphill, less gas downhill to maintain speed reliably. And not that much more expensive than some of the better locks out there.
Fred.

10-04 what Fred said on cost.

I put the MC Cruise on MGM way back in 97 or 98 and that unit has more than returned my $$$$ and I can ride all day at a set speed and it will not vary + or - 1 to 2 MPH in all terrains.

[olddog1946]

I have never been a fan of throttle locks..while they will more or less hold rpm, they don't hold speed on the road, require constant adjustment and in an emergency the last thing on your mind is flipping a lever to unlock it...I like the idea of the brakeaway...but think it is far too expensive for a mechanical lock...hence, I vote for an electronic cruise...
Just my 2 bucks (used to be cents)

[BradValk48237]

I have used this version of the Vista Cruise on my last 3 bikes, CB900, 1200 Wing, and now the Valk.... It is made for smaller bars (7/8", I think), but with slight modification with a Dremel, has worked well on my Valk. You may not have to even remove the grip to install, if there is enough room between the grip and throttle housing- or might have to heat the grip up to nudge it over. I put mine on when I put on the Kury Grips. It can be found around for about $22-25.... depending on where you find it (example below was first place search pulled up...


http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Honda-GL1200-Goldwing-new-Cruise-Control-Throttle-Lock-_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem3f093ffa05QQitemZ270738127365QQptZMotorcyclesQ5fPartsQ5fAccessories#ht_3060wt_1020

I like it as a "third" hand... and it is adjustable so you can still adjust the throttle when it is locked without much effort. Its a low cost option, so if you don't like it, your not out of pocket much. It will help on those long stretches- but it is not a great "cruise control", just a good way to take the pressure off your wrist on a long stretch..... cant beat the price and its not all bulky like the universal Vista.... If you do get it, just make sure to get the 1200 Goldwing version, because I know you can make it work- remember, it does have to be modified to get around the larger bar of the Valk...

B

[Jess from VA]

Heres my opinion on throttle locks:

I dont think they are meant to be used as  a cruise control.  Ive had a couple and they dont really hold speed because they are one setting and the road and the wind demand constant changes to maintain speed. 

I think of them as a helping hand if the right hand needs a shake out.  If you need to grab something like water from a bag on the right side or you just want to take some pressure off the return of the the throttle.  They work great for those things

However, I have found that a throttle boss does everything listed above except let you completely take you hand away and since I put the throttle boss on I stopped using the lock almost completely

All good valid points.  A lock is not cruise control, but is used to give your hand a break.  May be more geographic in nature, as flatlanders will get much more use from a lock than hill riders.  I simply do not do enough long distance superslab riding to justify a cruise control (cost).  I use the boss way more than the lock, but for me they are plenty adequate.  On long relatively flat superslab trips, I can use my lock for many miles, yes with occasional tweaking.... and a properly adjusted lock can be overridden by turning the throttle to slow down quickly (it must never be so tight that it has to be released to slow).  Also, I use the lock and boss in combination.... the hand stays on the grip, but with no grip strength... the hand just covering the grip and boss, and the tweaking just a bit of downward pressure on the boss to raise the speed. I also do a lot of one hand riding (right hand), but though I can no-hand ride and steer thru sweepers with body english (and Hwy peg pressure), no-hand riding is not something I like to do for very long. 

I have had cruise in my cages for many years, and have used them maybe five times on trips.  Each time, I have to relearn how they work.   

[Redline +]

I have been looking for a new throttle lock just wondering what people like I had vista but didn't care for it found these. anyone ever install them or use them?
http://www.hondadirectlineofshadyside.com/stores/product.asp?pid=9297&str=2&ID=924608170

Yes. With the Iso grips I have this Kury throttle lock did not extend far enough into the end of the handlebar. The lock has three expandable fingers that are designed to clamp inside of the handlebars but didn't in my case because the fingers were only ingaged about halfway.

I called Kuryakyn and talked to the tech guys, they were unaware of the problem and had no good solution. I liked the design of the lock mechanism and the additional length it adds to the bars so I was determined to make them work.

I scrapped their expanding three finger design and machined some plugs that fit into the end of the bars and bolted the lock to the plugs. Worked out great, very solid and secure but alot of work.

Redline 

[flcjr]

Thanx for the info and I know there not a cruise control just want something to take the pressure off once in awhile. cruise would be nice though but pricey$$ maybe I will just try cramp buster there cheap. MAybe breakaway.

[tybme]

So where is a good place to buy the audiovox from?

[toetruck21]

Thats what I was wondering myself!  Do you go with the vacuum type or the new electronic one?  I found this link on a different post for the vacuum one;

http://www.murphskits.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=422

Just confused on which one is better or which one I should be looking for?

Any help out there would be appreciated.   

Mike