Kaoko throttle lock

[twiin640_imp]

I've been doing research on cruise controls and throttle locks for my CB. I've pretty much settled on one from Kaoko. Has anyone installed one of these on a 2013 CB and which part number did you get?

On the Kaoko website, the part number for our CB's is listed as HND30-19. In all my checking it appears that the correct part number should be HND100. I found others who have verified that HDN30-19 doesn't fit. Does anyone have any different info? I have found a company that has the HND100 in stock and want to make sure I purchase the correct one.

As always, thanks in advance for any info.

 

[Cormanus]

Can you buy it on the basis that, if it isn't right, they take it back and get you the correct model?

 

[the Ferret]

The only reference I can find to throttle locks/cruise conttrol in the archives is an Omni cruise control

I would suggest emailing customer service at Kaoko for correct info, then updating this thread so others will know.

 

[Lord Popgun]

This thread is interesting. Read the last post too. You may want to call Kaoko

2013 Bar ID.

 

[redbirds_imp]

I just canceled an order for a Kaoko through Twisted Throttle after reviewing the cited post. I explained the problem to the guy at Twisted Throttle and he was unaware of it. I really need a throttle lock as my arthritis is causing pain in the right hand on longer rides.

 

[Lord Popgun]

The BrakeAway is an awesome control. But it is pricey and like Ridem posted in a thread, is fiddly to install/adjust. Not hard, just kind of a pain. But it works good. I have one on the ST and just put one on my CB last weekend.

If you get one, be aware that the intstructions have a couple of steps that are not really correct and will result in it not working correctly.
Also, they say it does not work with heated grips due to interference with the wire for the heated grip.

And for ferret, yes I put the heated grips on the ST and I made the BrakeAway work. Don't tell BrakeAway

 

[the Ferret]

also noted where flynrider uses a Go-Cruise cruise control unit

 

[AllenM_imp]

My friend uses the throttle crampbuster $10.95 made in Rogue River, OR about 30 minutes from where I live. Worth a try for the price!
Crampbuster – The Original Motorcycle Cruise Control

 

[Lord Popgun]

I have those AND the BrakeAway. Crampbusters, or ones like it are great. Even had one on a scooter.

 

[twiin640_imp]

I found info that shows the 2013 CB500F has the exact same handlebar id and internal weights as the CB1100. The kaoko part# for the CB500F is HND100. So the HND100 should work just fine on the 1100. I started this thread in hopes of finding someone who has actually installed the HND100 kaoko on the 1100 as a last measure before I go online to Twisted Throttle and buy it.

 

[the Ferret]

Looks like you get to be the guinea pig. Please let us know how it works out.

 

[Cormanus]

I thought this had come up before. The Spaceman (Where is he now) reported here that he had used the Kaoko on his VStrom and found it excellent. He was talking about getting one for his CB. Whether he did or not, I don't know.

I played with a Kaoko throttle lock in a local bike shop and thought it looked excellent if only one cold find the right model.

See [url=http://cb1100forum.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=3206&highlight=Kaoko]this thread too.

 

[geosar_imp]

The fellow in our group who preceded me as a CB1100 owner has a Kaoko. He is pretty deeply involved in quality accessories for our bike and he loves the Kaoko. I can inquire which model he has if someone is interested.

Seems pricey for me but I'm a cheapskate.

 

[flynrider]

also noted where flynrider uses a Go-Cruise cruise control unit

Yep. I was considering something fancy like the Kaoko or Brakeaway, but finally settled on cheap and simple. The Go-Cruise in polished aluminum looks good and works very well.

A couple of weeks ago I set to 75 mph on the slab just outside of Tucson and it was still holding steady at 75 as I got to Phoenix about 95 miles later. Not bad for a simple friction type lock.

 

[the_undecider_imp]

I have the Kaoko on my V-strom and am still getting used it operating it as I am used to the GoCruise I have on the CB. The Kaoko is definitely a quality piece and I expect I will get used to operating it with my pinky and/or ring finger.

I do echo others in recommending some sort of Palm paddle rest like a Crampbuster. What I don't like about the Crampbuster is how long it is. I have found some alternative products I like better due to a less obtrusive form:

On my CB, I have the Kuryakyn Universal Throttle Boss:

http://www.kuryakyn.com/products/262/universal-throttle-boss

On my V-strom, I have the Throttle Rocker II:

Throttle Rocker – Motorcycle Cruise Control and Assist

 

[AllenM_imp]

I just thought I would share this as a word of caution. A good friend of mine who was a motorcycle police officer for 16 years and who still rides got into an accident a few years ago. He said it was due to the cruise control like the crampbuster. A car pulled in front of him and he pulled the front brake and back and as the front started to slide out his weight was shifted and he leaned down on the cruize which caused him to spinout and he hit a curb. He broke his shoulder! He still uses the cruize control and he feels it was a freak accident the way it happened.

 

[grover_imp]

I have an omni-cruise. It serves it's intended purpose and has some adjustment to vary the amount of resistance it has to rolling forward. Not a perfect solution, but much cheaper than a real cruise control:

http://www.leeparksdesign.com/omni-cruise-throttle-lock/


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[geosar_imp]

My CB1100 mate bought a Kaoko throttle lock for both a 2013 and 2014 CB1100.

Model HND30-17

Hope this helps

 

[twiin640_imp]

"My CB1100 mate bought a Kaoko throttle lock for both a 2013 and 2014 CB1100.

Model HND30-17

Hope this helps"

Actually that's exactly the kind of info I was looking for geosar. I looked it up on the Twisted Throttle website and although it has to be backordered it appears to be available. I will be ordering one to try out when I get the chance. I'll let everyone know how it works out.
the_undecider wrote:
////RE: Kaoko throttle lock
I have the Kaoko on my V-strom and am still getting used it operating it as I am used to the GoCruise I have on the CB. The Kaoko is definitely a quality piece and I expect I will get used to operating it with my pinky and/or ring finger.

I do echo others in recommending some sort of Palm paddle rest like a Crampbuster. What I don't like about the Crampbuster is how long it is. I have found some alternative products I like better due to a less obtrusive form:

[On my CB, I have the Kuryakyn Universal Throttle Boss:

http://www.kuryakyn.com/products/262/uni...ottle-boss

On my V-strom, I have the Throttle Rocker II:

Throttle Rocker – Motorcycle Cruise Control and Assist

I do a lot of highway riding and definitely could use a CC of some type. I also looked at a universal Rostra cruise control. I've installed two of their cc's in my vehicles. I just finished installing one in my Scion iQ in December. Very easy, quality product and works great.

 

[geosar_imp]

Though I have not installed such a cruise control, I understand the installation can be difficult. Good luck