Atlas Throttle Lock

[dpetrick]

A reminder to keep comments civil. A couple of these posts are drifting into moderator intervention territory.

 

[Aufgeblassen47]

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This is why!

INCORRECT! Aufgeblasen (different spelling) is GERMAN and means inflated (like a balloon) or outgassing (like flatulence). See Google pic search: https://www.google.com/search?biw=1.....gws-wiz-img.....0..0i67j0j35i39.K3ghmIXmIXA

 

[Markubis]

The Atlas looks like a good system but over $100 is too rich for me. At that price I want electronic system so if tap brake or backoff throttle it automatically resets. But thats just me. I know high end bikes may come with such systems but I don’t know if aftermarket electronic cruise controls are affordable or available.

I would have to agree with you on that. As much as I like the idea of a button to release, Its still an extra step that needs to be done in an emergency situation. What they have done though is pretty slick and I don't see it being too hard to take that concept and run a cable down to the brake lever for disengagement when braking.

 

[TNRyker]

I would have to agree with you on that. As much as I like the idea of a button to release, Its still an extra step that needs to be done in an emergency situation. What they have done though is pretty slick and I don't see it being too hard to take that concept and run a cable down to the brake lever for disengagement when braking.

You can still roll the throttle fwd, and if some people complain because of the price tag as it is, imagine if you add a brake cable and price jumps to say... $200? Nothing that hold the throttle mechanically is safe at all and I only use mine in open highways with light traffic.

 

[KC61]

Nothing that hold the throttle mechanically is safe at all and I only use mine in open highways with light traffic.

That's exactly right and that is just what it says on the warnings of any throttle lock. I use mine seldom for short periods just to give the right hand a break.

 

[vstrommer]

I installed the Atlas bottom kit on the Rally. Install was a breeze and the thing works awesome!!:thumbup: It is a little pricey but it is made very high quality and looks factory. Easily removable to go on the next unit down the road :doorag:

 

[KC61]

I installed the Atlas bottom kit on the Rally. Install was a breeze and the thing works awesome!!:thumbup: It is a little pricey but it is made very high quality and looks factory. Easily removable to go on the next unit down the road :doorag:

Can you post a pic or 2? Interested in something to give the hand and arm a break. Is this a simple push button on and off?


Thanks

 

[Shylie2000]

I use it on mine. It's been a good investment and it should be for the price. You need the bottom mount. Many people like myself are saying to use the cramp buster, I tried it and didn't like it. If you hit a bump it would feather the throttle too much for my liking. I use the Atlas to either get some relief or for longer interstate rides. It's worth it. You are still able to speed up or slow down with little effort.

 

[vstrommer]

Can you post a pic or 2? Interested in something to give the hand and arm a break. Is this a simple push button on and off?


Thanks

 

[2dogs]

Anything that restricts the free movement of a throttle is a recipe for disaster.

 

[gskinner]

Can't wait until someone actually comes out with a real cruise control for the Ryker. It is throttle by wire so should be easy to do.

 

[saralyn15]

They make a top and bottom kit that are a quarter of the price. The website says either kit works for any can am. Im wondering if anyone has used a top or bottom kit :dontknow:

 

[BajaRon]

Anything that restricts the free movement of a throttle is a recipe for disaster.

Some potential, I suppose. But it is very small at most. You can put cruse controls and throttle paddles into this same category. Especially a cruise control on a car or truck where you have no ability to twist the throttle. I've had 'Throttle Locks' before. And I am going to install this Atlas product on my Ryker. You can twist the throttle fairly easily, even with the lock engaged. I'm not worried.

 

[2dogs]

Some potential, I suppose. But it is very small at most. You can put cruse controls and throttle paddles into this same category. Especially a cruise control on a car or truck where you have no ability to twist the throttle. I've had 'Throttle Locks' before. And I am going to install this Atlas product on my Ryker. You can twist the throttle fairly easily, even with the lock engaged. I'm not worried.

When i had my Harley a friend and i both had palm paddles on our throttles. While on a group ride all of us took a short stop at a small coffee shop. While pulling into a parking spot my friend launched himself beyond the parking spot and over the sidewalk into a flowerbed in front of the coffee shop. Because no one was hurt and no damage was done it was ha, ha, ha all during the coffee our break. Both of us took off our throttle paddles after that unfortunate incident. Another one of the riders told us he'd done the same thing at stop sign and put himself through the crosswalk and halfway into the intersection. It was noted that both of these occurrences took place from a full stop when the bikes were still running and in gear. Diffidently operator error.

 

[SICARIO]

I just installed the bottom mount ATLAS on my wife's Ryker. Seems to work just fine so far.

 

[Tslepebull]

I have been considering some type of throttle positioner for the Ryker; I had them, and used them, on previous bikes. However, on the Ryker I have to stop for fuel much more frequently than I did on my previous bikes so my wrist gets frequent rests. I will be addressing issues of luggage capacity, lighting, and tire balance as my accessory priorities for now.

 

[2dogs]

I've had my own issues and witnessed close calls with after market throttle controls. My Harley had a factory thumb screw on the throttle grip that would reduce the spring tension and that was still problematic. Bottom line, if you can't shut off your throttle control by simply applying your brakes, it's not a good thing.

 

[SICARIO]

Aufgeblassen47

Wish i would have seen your post before my wife purchased an Atlas for her Ryker...would have saved me $150 bucks

 

[Elwood58]

I installed the bottom kit. I managed to strip the allen head while putting it on. A dremel will now be required to remove it. It works pretty well. A little speed creep up/down, which is easily adjusted for. Sorry for out of focus shot.

 

[dklehman]

I had the saame issue with mine and the same solution.