I was replacing my bars and had always wanted a throttle lock, so I ordered an NEP Throttle lock, I believe the model was CC2.  CC2 is for a single cable throttle, general fit and I chose that over the CC4 single throttle tube late model Suzuki model.  I really don't know what the difference is, but I figured how late model is the 20+ year old design of the GS?  (I tried a Vista Cruise Universal once before, but it was overly complicated and under instructioned, and it didn't seem like it was going to fit between the grip and switch box.)

So I take my bars apart and reassemble the controls with the new bars.  There isn't enough room for the throttle lock (like the vista cruise).  So I roll the grip back a little and grind out the inside of the throttle lock to fit around the throttle tube.  It's ugly, but it seems to be working.  Oh yeah, and the part that clips around the throttle tube to keep the lock from rotating when locked broke, so I zip tied it in place

My first test ride is my commute into work today.  So I try it out.  It seems a little loose so my throttle returns.  I try it again, and this time the lever comes off and goes bouncing down the highway at 75 mph.  This is how I wasted 20 bucks

Conclusion:  The NEP throttle lock is cheap, and while it may work I'm not sure I had the right model.  Even then I'd plan on it breaking and/or having to do some modifying to make it work.  I don't think the GS is destined to have a throttle lock, unless you want to use the fat o-ring method

 

i got the vista for the wifes s-40 and wanted something for mine.

BUT on second thought. NEVERmIND.

sorry to hear about your 20 buck

Why not a campbuster - http://www.crampbuster.com/? They are (and it's generics) everywhere! I got a clone of CB2 for about $11 and like it a lot. Poor man's cruise control..

Poor mans cruise control:  rubber o-ring from Oreilly Auto Parts.  Guy behind the counter gave it to me free.  Goes between the grip and the housing.   

I love my crampbuster as well. Helps alot with the tendonitis in my wrist and ankle! Cheap but works.

Mary S.

I like Kerry's DIY throttle retainer here.  I use a variation of it on my bike. 

Unfortunately, in hills and wind, any throttle lock on a GS is pretty useless if you want to maintain a steady speed.  I can occasionally use it on interstates -- rarely anywhere else.  It does give the right hand a break.

Yeah, almost all of my driving is interstate.  I commute about 160 miles a day, so the o-ring helps a lot.  With the crampbuster, you still need to at least touch it to keep the throttle open.  The way mine is set up I can take my right hand completely off the throttle and keep my speed the same.

I commute about 85 miles a day, mostly interstate, and it's not too bad, but I'd always wanted to try a throttle lock.  If I get the itch to try it again I'll probably go with an o-ring.

Really my worst complaint right now is body position and windblast at 75-80, and the new bars have helped with that as well as using the passenger pegs.  Last night I came back home on side roads and it's so much easier going 55-65, but it does add a lot of time to my trip when I've just go to get there

you guys travel a lot. 160 miles a day to work. Wonder if you can continue work after doing so much on the freeway.   

I would like to make a throttle lock too. I have one quick question for you guys - Can I override the lock and pull up or pull down the throttle without having to loosen the  bolts. I am thinking of an emergency situation where you might have to accelerate or decelerate suddenly.

Quote from: astroaru on May 24, 2008, 10:38:55 AM
I would like to make a throttle lock too. I have one quick question for you guys - Can I override the lock and pull up or pull down the throttle without having to loosen the  bolts. I am thinking of an emergency situation where you might have to accelerate or decelerate suddenly.

When I use mine, I tighten it only to the point where it just holds the throttle position.  I can easily change the throttle position manually.  It's just a little more difficult to twist.  It's not like a "lock."

Mine is set up similarly.  I can change the throttle position anytime I want, easily.  It just makes the bike seem sluggish from the slower throttle movements.  I travel about 80 miles each way for a total of 160 miles, not 160 each way!

Quote from: trumpetguy on May 24, 2008, 11:41:11 AM
When I use mine, I tighten it only to the point where it just holds the throttle position.  I can easily change the throttle position manually.  It's just a little more difficult to twist.  It's not like a "lock."

so the name is a "misnomer" then. 

Quote from: lewismug on May 24, 2008, 12:04:24 PM
Mine is set up similarly.  I can change the throttle position anytime I want, easily.  It just makes the bike seem sluggish from the slower throttle movements.  I travel about 80 miles each way for a total of 160 miles, not 160 each way!

Still wayyy too much for my stamina levels. I hope to become better with time. 

Quote from: astroaru on May 24, 2008, 09:33:38 PM

Quote from: trumpetguy on May 24, 2008, 11:41:11 AM
When I use mine, I tighten it only to the point where it just holds the throttle position.  I can easily change the throttle position manually.  It's just a little more difficult to twist.  It's not like a "lock."

so the name is a "misnomer" then. 

"yes" 

Quote from: lewismug on May 23, 2008, 06:58:19 PM
Poor mans cruise control:  rubber o-ring from Oreilly Auto Parts.  Guy behind the counter gave it to me free.  Goes between the grip and the housing.   

Can someone actually explain how this works? 

Thanks!

Quote from: astroaru on May 24, 2008, 09:34:41 PM

Quote from: lewismug on May 24, 2008, 12:04:24 PM
Mine is set up similarly.  I can change the throttle position anytime I want, easily.  It just makes the bike seem sluggish from the slower throttle movements.  I travel about 80 miles each way for a total of 160 miles, not 160 each way!

Still wayyy too much for my stamina levels. I hope to become better with time. 

<insert "that's what she said" type joke here> 

This is the one I have. Ugly but it works.

Vista Cruise?  Which model?

No, seriously. Can anyone explain how a rubber O-ring between the grip and housing acts to hold the throttle?

Thanks!

I haven't tried it, and I'm not even sure if I've seen it done, but basically you get a big o-ring and hang it around the grip or maybe the housing there, then when you want to "lock" the throttle you partially slot it in between the grip and the housing so it gives some friction and keeps the throttle from returning.  O-ring thickness is somewhat important so that it's thick enough to lock the throttle, but not too thick to slide in there