I'm starting my third riding season with this throttle lock and really appreciate it. Your installation video has been really helpful -- much better than the written instructions that came with this throttle lock. I have shared this video with other riders who are looking for a safe, reliable throttle lock and want to know how to get it installed and working right. The last step in the video that shows how to adjust the lock is correct, but people might get the impression from the video that this adjustment should go easier and quicker than it probably does for most people. My advice: Take your time adjusting that last set screw until the lock works perfectly. You want the lock to hold tight when engaged so the throttle doesn't move. But you also want the lock to immediately let go of the throttle when you flip the lock's lever upward. It took me about 5 minutes to find that perfect "sweet spot" setting. Once I got it set, the lock has worked perfectly for 2+ years without any other adjustment. Kudos to you folks for this useful resource!
I have this on a 1998 valkyrie and a 2015 valkyrie. Absolute pain to install but works great. Hard to squeeze over the throttle grip and had to move the brake-lever housing to make room to fit on the 2015.
Cannot get this assist to hold speed at all. Always loses speed no matter how it’s adjusted. This includes all the riders I know as well. Same complaint. Never holds speed properly for any duration of time. We’ve all tried everything.
I have one on a 2015 Suzuki Boulevard C50 and find it to be useless. If you adjust it so the throttle moves freely, it doesn't hold at speed. If you adjust to hold, it does not move freely when unlocked. Perhaps my bike has a stronger pull back than others.
Hello, we have not tried it on that bike but it should fit, it is a universal fit for 7/8" & 1" bars for OEM Grips & Aftermarket Grips with Minimum 1-1/8" to Maximum 1-3/4" Outside Grip Diameter
Tried this on my V-Star and the throttle wouldn't "snap back". I suppose it could have been installer error but I wasn't comfortable with it and removed it.
Hello, yeah it can be a little fussy to install. If the throttle doesn't snap back then you need to keep adjusting it to get it to work right or do what you did and remove it.
If you tighten the locknut on the clamping ring too much it will preload the lock and the throttle won’t snap back as advertised. I opened up my throttle then gently turned the locknut back until the throttle released. The problem here is if you loosen the nut too much, when you set the lock it won’t hold the throttle in position.
Thank you for your inquiry. This is not slated to fit the DRZ, but after looking at it ... it looks like it should fit just fine. -- Kyle & the Chap Moto Team
Hello, according to Kuryakyn, this device is designed as a universal fit for 7/8 inch & 1 inch handlebars for OEM Grips & Aftermarket Grips with a Minimum 1-1/8 inch to Maximum 1-3/4 inch Outside Grip Diameter. So as long as your handlebars and grips fall into those parameters it should fit.
My 85 lowglide has brake light switch plunger style between the master cylinder and switch housing, what happens there? Also moving that shit over relocates the brake lever a couple inches so now the lever would either be outta reach or you would be grabbing the tip instead of the main portion. and does that have any type of auto release?
Hi Brian, sounds like setup probably won't work on your bike. As for the auto release, you can manually roll off the throttle in an emergency situation or if you have to react quickly. Or you can flip the release lever and it will release the throttle from the set position. It does't have any kind of automatic feature though. Take a look at the Kuryakyn Cruise Mate Throttle Assist, it might be a better fit for your motorcycle. Kuryakyn Cruise-Mate Throttle Cruise Assist www.chaparral-racing.com/product/kuryakyn-cruise-mate-throttle-cruise-assist/025-6387.aspx
Thanks, I'll look into the cruise mate. I had a fractured right wrist that evolved to carpal tunnel. Had the surgery but still no feeling in the thumb. Got to do something or switch to a left throttle. Thanks
Chaparral Motorsports I don't remember the brand of heated grips I have. My heated grip has a bulge along the flange that the throttle lock would net up against. This bulge is where the wire enters my heated grip. Here are my three fit issues: 1. The bulge prevents the throttle lock from being flat against the flange. 2. The bulge pushes the throttle lock further outboard, so the arm isn't long enough to span across the switches, even with the extension. 3. The med ring is way too large/thick and the small ring is way too small/thin. I couldn't seem to make either one work. I've since realized I could maybe make it work by tightening down the 3 set screws. I haven't tried it, though. I've seen a few comments elsewhere which recommend not combining heated grips with throttle lock because the grip could expand when heated and lock your throttle. I've got a long trip coming this summer and am thinking throttle lock is more important to me than heated grips. If you know a good way to have both features, I'm all ears!
Hmmmm. Yeah, so that product won't jive with your heated grips. Have you thought about going the other way and instead of using heated grips get a pair of heated gloves? Maybe just put your stock grips back on (if they are still usable) and then sell the heated grips on Craigslist or something and use the money to help offset the cost of heated gloves. We have a wide assortment of heated gloves if you're interested: www.chaparral-racing.com/dept/heated-gloves
I'm starting my third riding season with this throttle lock and really appreciate it. Your installation video has been really helpful -- much better than the written instructions that came with this throttle lock. I have shared this video with other riders who are looking for a safe, reliable throttle lock and want to know how to get it installed and working right.
The last step in the video that shows how to adjust the lock is correct, but people might get the impression from the video that this adjustment should go easier and quicker than it probably does for most people.
My advice: Take your time adjusting that last set screw until the lock works perfectly. You want the lock to hold tight when engaged so the throttle doesn't move. But you also want the lock to immediately let go of the throttle when you flip the lock's lever upward. It took me about 5 minutes to find that perfect "sweet spot" setting. Once I got it set, the lock has worked perfectly for 2+ years without any other adjustment.
Kudos to you folks for this useful resource!
Thank you--good point. Thanks for watching.
Great job, Explained everything I needed to know without wasting time. Thumbs Up!
Glad it helped!
Thank you very much. Purchased a Guaimi version and the pictures in the instructions were appalling. Your video was so awesome. Very, very helpful.
Glad it helped! Thanks for watching.
Top video just finished fitting it on my honda hornet 600 2008 in 5 minutes thanks keep up the good work buddy 👍
Glad it helped
That is one crazy beard. Had one in a Suzuki Volusia and worked great and buying another for the Softail
Thanks. yeah its a great product for long rides when you don't have electric cruise control.
I have this on a 1998 valkyrie and a 2015 valkyrie. Absolute pain to install but works great. Hard to squeeze over the throttle grip and had to move the brake-lever housing to make room to fit on the 2015.
Hello, yeah depending on the application it can be a pain to install. But it does the job.
Got three of these..work flawless,,plus you can still throttle down when engaged
Hi, thanks for watching. It is a great device and works really well especially on long road trips when you don't have electric cruise control.
Thanks, great tutorial.
No problem, Thanks for watching!
Has anyone done this without a beard?
No. Nobody. Never. Absolutely not! It's not possible.
Cannot get this assist to hold speed at all. Always loses speed no matter how it’s adjusted. This includes all the riders I know as well. Same complaint. Never holds speed properly for any duration of time. We’ve all tried everything.
Hello, sorry to hear about the issues you've been having with this. Haven't heard of people having issues.
Very good
Thanks
Thanks man !!
No problem!
Thanks bro
No problem
Hi , is this a Yamaha Road Star? Thank from Québec
Thank you for watching. It was a Yamaha... Roadstar or Vstar... I am unsure.
@@chaparralmotorsports Because I have a 2004 road star, is this product made for my motorcycle, Thank you.
Hey I bought this installed it, but my throttle doesn't move back freely. It retracts but very slowly and needs a little help, any ideas?
Hi Willard, thanks for watching our video. Have you tried adjusting the tension with the nut on the top side (where the spring is)?
Same problem. Did you find any solution?
@@uvsingh8906 same issue for me also
@@chaparralmotorsports it's almost like the band is too small. In your video the chrome band clears the rubber whereas mine is flush
I have one on a 2015 Suzuki Boulevard C50 and find it to be useless. If you adjust it so the throttle moves freely, it doesn't hold at speed. If you adjust to hold, it does not move freely when unlocked. Perhaps my bike has a stronger pull back than others.
Huh, not sure what the issue could be. Haven't had any problems with the ones we've used.
Has anyone done this with the Kuryakyn Iso Grips? I tried and the throttle kept sticking so I removed it.
Also would like to know this
Will this work for a 2018 Indian Scout Bobber?? My start button is directly under that horizontal piece. (not below it, but behind it)
Hello, sorry not sure, we have not tried it on that model.
Hello from the Argentine Republic, I would like to know if this product is suitable to install on a Suzuki Vstrom - DL650. Thanks.
Hello, we have not tried it on that bike but it should fit, it is a universal fit for 7/8" & 1" bars for OEM Grips & Aftermarket Grips with Minimum 1-1/8" to Maximum 1-3/4" Outside Grip Diameter
Eyyy man good video !!! Also Can i set it on klr kawasaki 650 ?? Is it universal ?? Thanks
Thank you. it is a universal fit for 7/8" and 1" handlebars, but we have not tried installing on a KLR so we cannot say for sure. Sorry.
Tried this on my V-Star and the throttle wouldn't "snap back". I suppose it could have been installer error but I wasn't comfortable with it and removed it.
Hello, yeah it can be a little fussy to install. If the throttle doesn't snap back then you need to keep adjusting it to get it to work right or do what you did and remove it.
If you tighten the locknut on the clamping ring too much it will preload the lock and the throttle won’t snap back as advertised. I opened up my throttle then gently turned the locknut back until the throttle released. The problem here is if you loosen the nut too much, when you set the lock it won’t hold the throttle in position.
will it clear the Kuryakyn chrome control switch housing? VTX1800
Hi Valspar, we haven't tried that setup with the Throttle Assist but we don't think there would be any issues. Thanks for watching.
Will this work on an 03 shadow spirit 750
Hello, it's a universal fitment so yeah It should work.
Does this work on drz400sm?
Thank you for your inquiry. This is not slated to fit the DRZ, but after looking at it ... it looks like it should fit just fine. -- Kyle & the Chap Moto Team
Is it possible to get a replacement rubber collar spacer?
Yes, just give Kuryakyn a call and they can get you taken care of. Thanks for watching. Kyle & the Chap Moto Team
Will this work on a 88 goldwing
I believe so, but you may need to make some modifications.
Hi, is this fit on a Royal Enfield interceptor 650? Thank you
Hello, according to Kuryakyn, this device is designed as a universal fit for 7/8 inch & 1 inch handlebars for OEM Grips & Aftermarket Grips with a Minimum 1-1/8 inch to Maximum 1-3/4 inch Outside Grip Diameter. So as long as your handlebars and grips fall into those parameters it should fit.
My 85 lowglide has brake light switch plunger style between the master cylinder and switch housing, what happens there? Also moving that shit over relocates the brake lever a couple inches so now the lever would either be outta reach or you would be grabbing the tip instead of the main portion. and does that have any type of auto release?
Hi Brian, sounds like setup probably won't work on your bike. As for the auto release, you can manually roll off the throttle in an emergency situation or if you have to react quickly. Or you can flip the release lever and it will release the throttle from the set position. It does't have any kind of automatic feature though. Take a look at the Kuryakyn Cruise Mate Throttle Assist, it might be a better fit for your motorcycle.
Kuryakyn Cruise-Mate Throttle Cruise Assist www.chaparral-racing.com/product/kuryakyn-cruise-mate-throttle-cruise-assist/025-6387.aspx
Thanks, I'll look into the cruise mate. I had a fractured right wrist that evolved to carpal tunnel. Had the surgery but still no feeling in the thumb. Got to do something or switch to a left throttle. Thanks
are these no longer available?
Hello, Arthur, these are still available. Please give our customer service department a call and they can assist you: (800) 841-2960. Thank you
Has anyone done this with the Kuryakyn Iso Grips?
just now. you have to use the thinnest collar.
Does it work on scooters to ?
+Joey de Sitter Yes it should providing you have you enough room in the control area.
Does not fit my Honda shadow with heated grips. So depressed.
Hi Venison, sorry to hear that. What is the issue? Maybe we can help you find a solution
Chaparral Motorsports I don't remember the brand of heated grips I have. My heated grip has a bulge along the flange that the throttle lock would net up against. This bulge is where the wire enters my heated grip.
Here are my three fit issues:
1. The bulge prevents the throttle lock from being flat against the flange.
2. The bulge pushes the throttle lock further outboard, so the arm isn't long enough to span across the switches, even with the extension.
3. The med ring is way too large/thick and the small ring is way too small/thin. I couldn't seem to make either one work. I've since realized I could maybe make it work by tightening down the 3 set screws. I haven't tried it, though.
I've seen a few comments elsewhere which recommend not combining heated grips with throttle lock because the grip could expand when heated and lock your throttle. I've got a long trip coming this summer and am thinking throttle lock is more important to me than heated grips.
If you know a good way to have both features, I'm all ears!
Hmmmm. Yeah, so that product won't jive with your heated grips. Have you thought about going the other way and instead of using heated grips get a pair of heated gloves? Maybe just put your stock grips back on (if they are still usable) and then sell the heated grips on Craigslist or something and use the money to help offset the cost of heated gloves. We have a wide assortment of heated gloves if you're interested: www.chaparral-racing.com/dept/heated-gloves
Chaparral Motorsports I am interested! Thank you very much! I'll check your site later.
ok sounds good. Hope you find a solution that works for you.
Any one ever installed one of these on a DRZ
I'm gonna install one on my Ducati hypermotard, I'll let you know how it goes since they have similar sized bars
Smart ass. It is a junkl. You moved the entire front brake grip to the left. Do you want to crash?
It's fine.
Please grow the rest of your beard back, other than that great video
Request taken into consideration. Thanks for watching.
What glue did you use to stick your beard on?
Oh dang, you're really bringing the heat with the jokes! That singed my beard a little.
@@chaparralmotorsports That's alright just stick a new one on.
So basically it’s cruise control lol
Hello, yeah, basically it's a mechanical cruise control.