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Thrud
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« Reply #1 on: September 03, 2012, 05:26:46 PM » |
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One of these came installed with the Interstate I bought. Absolutely crap, crap, crap. The component combination is not well made and it will rust on you. Install one of these and you will not regret it! http://www.brakeawayproducts.comIt is pricey but you get what you pay for. It is a work of art. |
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Gavin_Sons
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« Reply #2 on: September 03, 2012, 05:33:37 PM » |
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I think I only gave 10 bucks for it. Thought I would try it out and if I like it ill get a better one. I have looked at those break away ones and like the fact when you hit the brake it kicks it off. Ill try this one for a few weeks though.
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« Reply #3 on: September 03, 2012, 05:35:53 PM » |
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never had a problem with mine and been using it for the last 18 months
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Hoser
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« Reply #4 on: September 03, 2012, 05:43:33 PM » |
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Been using that one for years, works just fine if it is adjusted correctly. Make sure you get the one for one inch diameter handle bars. Hoser
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« Reply #5 on: September 03, 2012, 06:32:27 PM » |
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+1 with Hoser! I have had that same lock on my STD for over 8 years and never had a problem with it. I think I did have to adjust once back in 07.
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Valkpilot
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« Reply #6 on: September 03, 2012, 06:35:21 PM » |
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Got one on each bike. Never any problems. |
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« Reply #7 on: September 03, 2012, 06:45:25 PM » |
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Yeah, I have one. It's okay and it works, but I'm not all that happy with it....it is cheap and you get what you pay for. It'll hold speed for a moment or two, but I wouldn't trust it to hold speed going down the interstate for extended periods. I'd rather have something precision like the Brakeaway. I just haven't found a reason to spend that much for a thottle lock yet. |
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« Reply #8 on: September 03, 2012, 06:58:57 PM » |
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It's what I use. Good for flexing the right hand or fishing out a smoke, but you have to pay attention, as it will slip after a while. I like it. Breakaway would be nice, but for less money I bought an Audiovox cruise control. Just haven't installed it yet. http://www.murphskits.com/catalog/index.php?cPath=25&osCsid=a158ba4a497e92f25cbe7b540d15f3b84th item down. There's instructions for installation on the Shoptalk page. Fred. |
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« Reply #9 on: September 03, 2012, 07:21:15 PM » |
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11+ years and counting...getting it properly adjusted is the key.
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t-man403
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« Reply #10 on: September 03, 2012, 07:28:00 PM » |
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Had it on my Volusia and transferred it to the Valk.
Works fine.
If and when it slips it's time for an adjustment.
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« Reply #11 on: September 03, 2012, 09:48:57 PM » |
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got one on my I/S been there since i bought it. works great. adjustment is the key.
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« Reply #12 on: September 04, 2012, 01:44:09 AM » |
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Have seen several of those on different makes-owners seem happy.
A point to remember is that they are not "cruise control" equipment. They are throttle locks and as such will not and cannot "hold speed" (unless you are on a perfectly flat road). They hold throttle position only. If you encounter a hill with a steady (fixed) throttle position you will slow down going up the hill (on your bike or in a car). A true cruise control will add throttle to maintain your speed up the hill-the reverse is true going downhill.
You can't compare results from one of these to the Audivox unit which is a true cruise control.
That said, they are great for being able to rest your right hand/arm once in a while.
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« Reply #13 on: September 04, 2012, 02:42:58 AM » |
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Getting it adjusted/ aligned/ right, is the key,, wont leave home without one now....  |
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« Reply #15 on: September 04, 2012, 07:22:24 AM » |
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Mine works great for 7+ years. If it's not working, it needs adjusted |
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« Reply #16 on: September 04, 2012, 07:55:55 AM » |
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I was thinking of getting a throttle lock, but not to excited about removing my iso grip after I glued it on really good. I ran across this on youtube and thought i'd give it a try.
It works fine. It does provide me with some relief for that long ride and I can remove it at any time. It is not all that pretty, but it does work and the price is right. |
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Hoser
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« Reply #17 on: September 04, 2012, 08:35:28 AM » |
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If you loosen the clamp on the clutch lever mount and slide it a tiny bit in it should give you room to mount the throttle lock, pretty good make shift lock on the video, though. Hoser |
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Gavin_Sons
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« Reply #18 on: September 04, 2012, 09:09:47 AM » |
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Don't you mean the brake mount?
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« Reply #19 on: September 04, 2012, 11:03:59 AM » |
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Looks much like a Vista Cruise Throttle Lock. I have had one on my standard for about 12 years. As mentioned, its a throttle lock, not a cruise control. This has been a big help on long hauls. It does require some fine tuning to work the way you want it, not difficult. I periodically add a small amount of oil if it starts to bind up (maybe twice in 12 years). Easy to adjust to your need. I used the reverse or hidden install method (I believe originally done by Chet at Rattlebars) which puts the bulk of the device to the rear instead of the front. Easy to engage and disengage from this position. For the money I give it Again, on long hauls my throttle hand tends to get numb, this is a big plus to relieve that in a matter of minutes. Also, if adjusted properly, you can make fine tuned adjustments while engaged to accommodate inclines and declines.   |
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« Reply #20 on: September 04, 2012, 11:55:11 AM » |
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after reading these posts and doing a little internet research i ordered a BrakeAway. Thanks for input. Should have done this a couple of years ago, but have been using throttle rocker that attaches to grip to rest the palm.
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« Reply #21 on: September 04, 2012, 12:02:05 PM » |
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after reading these posts and doing a little internet research i ordered a BrakeAway. Thanks for input. Should have done this a couple of years ago, but have been using throttle rocker that attaches to grip to rest the palm. Do us a favor. After you've got it on and checked it out some, come back (maybe a new thread?) and give us and update and a review. |
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Gavin_Sons
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« Reply #22 on: September 04, 2012, 12:26:58 PM » |
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Ill do it, used it this morning and worked great after small adjustments. I'm going to use it the rest of the season then I may go to a breakaway. Thanks for all the advice
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Hoser
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« Reply #23 on: September 04, 2012, 01:12:43 PM » |
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Don't you mean the brake mount?
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Mallett
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« Reply #24 on: September 04, 2012, 01:23:46 PM » |
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I have one..it works great....one of the best additions I've made to my Valk for comfort...
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salty1
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« Reply #25 on: September 04, 2012, 01:46:01 PM » |
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after reading these posts and doing a little internet research i ordered a BrakeAway. Thanks for input. Should have done this a couple of years ago, but have been using throttle rocker that attaches to grip to rest the palm. You've made the right decision IMO. Have brakeaways on both my bikes. In a panic stop there much safer than the others.  |
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« Reply #26 on: September 04, 2012, 05:26:29 PM » |
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That's the one I used. Worked for me for over 12 years without any hiccups. Hands down, the single best add-on to the bike. For me, anyway. Yrmv,
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MarkT
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« Reply #27 on: September 04, 2012, 05:39:06 PM » |
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That's the early version of the Vista Cruise.  I used that one for several years, then upgraded to the more compact Vista Cruise that didn't have the spanner arm. Visible in this pic:  A couple years ago I replaced the Vista Cruise that would not adjust on my wife's Magna with a Brake-away. And not being able to stand her having a better throttle lock than mine, I replaced my VC with the same. Very pricey but far better in function and appearance.  |
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« Reply #28 on: September 04, 2012, 07:48:07 PM » |
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Hey MarkT which kuryakyn hwy pegs are those? mine need to be replaced.
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salty1
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« Reply #29 on: September 04, 2012, 08:23:43 PM » |
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MarkT
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« Reply #30 on: September 05, 2012, 11:03:03 AM » |
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Hey MarkT which kuryakyn hwy pegs are those? mine need to be replaced.
I'm not sure. I have them documented on My Valkyrie page as 4500's, but I've changed the mount since then to shorter-arm ones. Maybe I just changed the mounts. I've tried to document my mods there, but there have been quite a few changes that I missed. The photo above showing the Garmin III+ is dated 02/02 - I've upgraded the GPS twice since then, and changed several other things in the view too. http://www.horseapple.com/Valkyrie/My_Valkyrie/my_valkyrie.html |
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« Reply #31 on: September 10, 2012, 09:48:22 PM » |
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Works fine for me...
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« Reply #32 on: September 11, 2012, 08:18:25 AM » |
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I use mine all the time. I use it when I start the bike in the mornings and flip it on so the bike runs about 1500 rpms or so. I use it if I need to do something with my right hand while riding. I use it more then my cc.
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« Reply #33 on: November 06, 2012, 07:43:17 PM » |
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We all use them, they work well for the price. The throttle will sometimes slowly close, but you can compensate for it. I installed a cruise control on my interstate ( really love it too) but I still use the throttle lock in certain situations. As for rust, your whole bike will rust if you let it.
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« Reply #34 on: November 06, 2012, 10:56:09 PM » |
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My Valk came with a vista cruise that had the cross bar cracked in half. So it was not adjusted properly, but didn't matter cause I threw it in the dumpster. I have never like throttle locks and wouldn't even consider one unless it was a break-away but even then I prefer the electronic cruise controls. I have a palm rest that I modified a bit and have on the inside end of the grip and use my thumb to hold speed when my hand starts to bother me. Worked fine for 23000miles.
I WILL be installing an electronic cruise one of these days.
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« Reply #37 on: November 07, 2012, 08:15:42 AM » |
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I found this throttle lock from D2MOTO. It's cheap so I figured I'd try it. It worked for me but it would depend on the throttle grip you have. It will slowly release. This summer I broke mine. I epoxied the end and when it was still soft enough I placed on the grip and used cable ties through the holes to get the right adjustment. Now it works better than the vista cruise I had. http://www.d2moto.com/c-1168-throttle-control.aspx |
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« Reply #39 on: November 07, 2012, 09:49:02 AM » |
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Ditto on what Ricky Says.... I have been using the same one for 20+ years... if there is enough room between the throttle housing and the grip it can be put on without removing or changing grips....
I could not find one made specifically for the Valk, so I bought one made for Wing and made the center hole a bit bigger...... has worked well for 3 years.... and you almost cant see it....
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