Cruise Control

This is one item which I still intend fitting.

When I was commuting, even though my journey was under an hour and a half, I did find that my right wrist got a bit cramped. Apart from alleviating this strain, a properly fitted cruise control can save fuel, and also helps you to stick to the speed limit.

There are several possible solutions for this problem depending on how much money you want to spend. The simplest of these (although not really a cruise control, more of a wrist rest) is the throttle rocker which simply attaches to your right-hand grip and provides a rest platform for your wrist.

Another solution is a throttle lock like the Throttlemeister which is a replacement for the bar end grip. It operates through friction; to set it, you turn it in the same direction as opening the throttle. To release it, turn it in the same direction as closing the throttle. Although there are lots of positive reviews for this item, personally I would be a bit wary of fitting one as I can’t see how you release it quickly in an emergency.

Then we get to the more complicated systems like the Audiovox CCS100. However it is worth noting here that although the Audiovox is fairly affordable, it is actually designed for cars, not motorcycles, and if the installation is not done properly, it can be life-threatening. I’m not going to go into all the details of how to install it, as this information is available on the web - an example installation on the FJR1300 being found here.

The system which caught my eye though is this one. Expensive, yes. However each one is assembled to order and the computer is programmed specifically for your bike model. I’ll be saving up for one, and I’ll update this page with the installation details and results at a later date!

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