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New 2013 ready for the road - geosar_imp - 03-07-2015

The final package arrived today so I have finished the first phase.
I have installed: Honda luggage rack, Willie and Max Universal Hardcase bag guards, Honda engine crash guards, Puig Plus windscreen,Grab On foam grip covers a Go Cruise throttle control and some small bullet LED rear turn signals relocated to make room for my Nelson Riggs bags, Kuryakyn universal throttle rocker, 3M clear bra for the tank. I am impressed with how well the inexpensive Go Cruise works as a cruise control


I am still trying to understand the ergonomics-at 6'2" the Puig does not offer great protection. I may need to get some handlebar risers for longer trips. And my right knee seems to gravitate to the very hot engine.
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Cruise control and throttle rocker

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New 2013 ready for the road - Cormanus - 03-07-2015

You've been busy, geosar, and it looks good.

Forgive my ignorance, but What's the difference between the cruise control and throttle rocker and why have both?

RE: New 2013 ready for the road - geosar_imp - 03-07-2015

The cruise control actually allows me to take my hand off the throttle on long trips. The throttle rocker is the little tab on the lateral portion of the throttle. I bought one 20 years ago and discovered that my milage was improved because I just rested my hand on the throttle and apparently do not gun it as much. Smoother driving.

We shall see if they both stay.

I have not had a new bike in years and I forgot how much fun it is buying accessories and learning from a group like this.

George

RE: New 2013 ready for the road - Lord Popgun - 03-07-2015

Cormanus,

I have the throttle rocker (that exact same one as a matter of fact) and a cruise control on my CB. I like being able to relax my hand when not using the CC. Otherwise, for some reason it starts to tingle. My left hand doesn't do that.

Same thing on the ST, rocker and CC

RE: New 2013 ready for the road - the Ferret - 03-07-2015

Wow another CB with all kinds of goodies. Looking good George.

RE: New 2013 ready for the road - flynrider - 03-07-2015

Lookin' good, Geosar! I see we have similar mods. Your Go-Cruise looks a bit different than mine. I got the polished aluminum one with the adjustment screw. Let us know how that one works for you.

Is that an Alaska Leather Butt Pad on your seat? I've got one on my CB750 and was planning on ordering one for the CB11. What size is that one?

Looks like you're ready to ride. Good weather all around AZ this weekend.

RE: New 2013 ready for the road - geosar_imp - 03-07-2015

I actually purchased it in 2005 for my Wee-strom. It is 14x14 inches. Great vendor to deal with. I was considering getting an air hawk as well.

RE: New 2013 ready for the road - Olyrider - 03-07-2015

Looks great Geosar!

Tell me about the 3M clear bra. Is someone selling them pre-cut?

RE: New 2013 ready for the road - geosar_imp - 03-07-2015

The Tank Slapper people have a precut product.

I, however, for better or worse have been studying Scoobynut's clear bra tutorial in the how to section of this forum. Bought the 3M film on Ebay mixed my baby shampoo/water and alcohol/waterband waiting for a sunny day.

George

RE: New 2013 ready for the road - Olyrider - 03-07-2015

Which forum do you call thr "how to"?

I've been searching with no luck!

Thanks!