Can anyone offer up some advise or personal experience with an aftermarket throttle lock for the F6B with heated grips, primarily brand / model number.... I searched one and found that it was not for heated grips!... THX
TruBlu
2013 F6B / black
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Can anyone offer up some advise or personal experience with an aftermarket throttle lock for the F6B with heated grips, primarily brand / model number.... I searched one and found that it was not for heated grips!... THX
TruBlu
2013 F6B / black
Im looking at the omni-cruise. Its says it fits all sizes and has good reviews.
http://www.omni-cruise.com/
I use Kaoko Throttle Lock. Works like a champ, Easy 5 minute or less to install and adjust, looks like it could have come from the factory with it.
Mfg PN HND31. It comes with two endcap plastic washers...one for bikes with heated grips, one without.
Similar products are Throttlemeister and BrakeAway. (around the same price range)
Install is a removal of your current end cap, press in the prongs holding the weight into the bar and remove, then push in the throttle lock, tighten the bolt til snug and use the small hex key to adjust the pressure. There are a number of less costly options that I've seen work with the heated grips, like Go Cruise, VistaCruise, Kuryakyn, crampbuster, Omnicruise, but not sure they were intended for use on them.
these look like really good options... THX
I really like the Throttlemeister. Looks good, doesn't clutter the handlebars (they are a bar end replacement) beautifully made, can be adjusted while engaged, easy to override...way to go for me. http://throttlemeister.com/
+1 for Throttlemeister.Quote:
Originally Posted by RickJ
I installed breakaway. The reason that I like it is its ergonomics. I do not have to shift my hand on the throttle to engage or disengage it.
I have used the KAOKO after trying all the others and find it to be the easiest install and its' ease of use becomes second nature.
+1 works great and I like the way it will disengage with a pull on the brake if needed.Attachment 4229Attachment 4230Attachment 4231Quote:
Originally Posted by Davidk
If I hadn't of gotten a 15 I would be looking into an Atlas throttle lock, great reviews.
Was interested in the OMNI but this is very tempting and simple to install.:tools1:www.atlasthrottlelock.comQuote:
Originally Posted by faz
One thing to watch for when using throttle locks that clamp down on the throttle is damage to the heated grip. I used a "Go Cruise" and my heated grips failed. Had to replace the grip....not 100% sure that was the cause but I tightened that throttle lock pretty tight and I am thinking that led to the failure
exactly, go cruise clamps the electrical connection causing damage..
+1Quote:
Originally Posted by taxfree4
The Kaoko is better than the OEM cruise control.
My wife and I both use the GoCruise aluminum one that is adjustable. It can be used on different bars, and if it slips, you just tighten one click. When its new, I had to click it down a couple of times to get it right, rides on a wide rubber band, so doesn't mark up the grips (I have heated, with the clam shell design covers.
2~kewl
I agree, instead of clicking down or up one MPH at a time, for let's say a 5 or 10 MPH change, you get good enough to where you know the exact amount of travel on the throttle to get there in a split second. The biggest mistake I've seen people who have it and have problems with it is they try and accelerate up to the speed they want THEN engage the friction which is bass ackwards. The easiest way is to get around the speed you want, engage the friction, then adjust to the exact speed.Quote:
Originally Posted by F6B1911
ok what you and gypsy say makes sense. . .
How is a mechanical throttle lock better than OEM cruise than can compensate for hills?Quote:
Originally Posted by F6B1911
The very minimal throttle adjustment required for hills, more than makes up forQuote:
Originally Posted by Davidk
no switches
no buttons
no electronics
nothing to fail
I found it a pain in the butt to adjust for the hills. Perhaps it has to do with the severity and number of hillsQuote:
Originally Posted by F6B1911
I just got back from a long trip using the simple Crampbuster throttle control, while it certainly lived up to its name it sure feels like it will interfere slightly in emergency stops.
If I wipe out because of a fraction of a second delay due to the Crampbuster getting in my way then that's on me for being cheap on the wrong accessories.
Thanks for all of these suggestions.
I run the exact same thing with the same heated grips and I love its simplicity, and ease of use.Quote:
Originally Posted by 2kewlgypsy
I have a brand new never opened BreakAway Cruise Control that will fit the F6B non-heated grips, 7CP05. I'd be willing to sell them to whoever is interested. They retail for $179.99 but I'd let them go for $155. Let me know if you're interested.
IMHO the Go-Cruise doesn't get any easier! Why complicate things when a inexpensive, simple device will "out shine" other "more complicated" mechanical throttle locks. With ease of installation and adjustment, the Go-Cruise does the trick. Some have experienced some "slipping" of the arm, but that is easily cured by thoroughly cleaning the "rubber band" with alcohol. I installed two Nitril O-Rings, one on each side of the arm which removed any lateral movement. That said the GC has worked flawlessly over the last three years.
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I had the GC and agree it is as simple as it gets, however, every time you accelerate you have to adjust the unit back down onto the brake handle to stabilize. Not a big deal but here in the city where speeds vary the fact that the KAOKO always has friction on it, whether accelerating or decelerating eliminates 2 moves to 1. Other than that it is as simple as it gets.
Oooo the o-rings is a good idea to remove lateral movement. I'm going to have to try this, I was ready to give up on the Go-Cruise, and I'm using it with the Kury ISO clam-shell grips.Quote:
Originally Posted by bob109
Where can you get the nitril o-rings and do they come in different ID, or are they stretchy enough to fit over the ISO grips?
Here's the post on the Go-Cruise improvement tip:039:Quote:
Originally Posted by Elroy
http://hondaf6b.com/showthread.php?2...mprovement-Tip
ThanksQuote:
Originally Posted by bob109
Yep, same set up and had the same amount of time. The Nitrile O-rings are the way to stop any lateral movement. You can also get the O-ring in black if you prefer, but I like the yellow.:icon_biggrin:Quote:
Originally Posted by bob109
I have same setup... love it.Quote:
Originally Posted by 2kewlgypsy
Did your throttle grip look like this? How did you get the HND31 to fit?
I have a 2013 Honda Goldwing F6B Deluxe
The included instructions do not match my install. I did not see any mention that this would not work with heated grips.
Here is what my grip looks like. Old one is on right and is smaller than the HND31S. The hole in grip is too small for HND31S.
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I have the Atlas throttle lock and love it.
https://www.amazon.com/ATLAS-Throttl...s%2C177&sr=8-2
I also use an Atlas, top mount (due to heated grips) and it looks and performs well.
I use heated grips on my bike, it's handy especially on long rides, so I take the throttle under them too. Found some info on this recently, was looking for best speaker upgrade for street glide and found how to choose the throttle.
Here's a video I did for the hub extraction, bear in mind I had a 2013 Standatd but maybe this will help.Quote:
Originally Posted by Shadowaero
https://youtu.be/YbP95M6MSNY
I've been using the same $20 throttle stop for 10 years on multiple bikes. It clamps on the grip and stops against the brake lever, easy peasy.
does anyone know if the breakaway works with stock heated grips thanks
My throttle lock looks like the Kaoko as yours. I also like it a lot. My heated grips work perfectly fine.
I remember a conversation with a friend who used to ride back in the 60s. His comment about all the "goodies" we have on our bikes today... "you guys are spoiled". My answer, "Yes. We enjoy all the goodies because nowadays we ride FURTHER AND MORE OFTEN"! :cool: