Getting a throttlemeister

[zeke]

Folks,
I am going to get a throttlemeister. Any insight on where to purchase online? Installation looks pretty straight forward. Any pitfalls specific to the RR I should watch out for?

[sweatmark]

https://www.google.com/?gws_rd=ssl#q=th ... t&safe=off

https://www.google.com/?gws_rd=ssl#q=th ... o&safe=off

There are other options (many), but for bar-end throttle friction devices, the above are the Big Three.

No idea where to "best" purchase a Throttlemeister... I would buy from the mfr myself to eliminate hassle (despite full retail price), or scrounge for used stuff and suffer through any/all caveat emptor consequences.

Fwiw, I've been a a Wrist Rest guy for 15 years, never a problem. For some reason the conventional "right to tighten" operation of the Wrist Rest works best for me. Ymmv.

[Riverside]

Just completed a cross country trip (PA-CA) a few weeks ago. Bought a TM direct from them, specifically for the ride. It performed well for me throughout the trip when on the super slab. The instructions tell you to install the piece with the TM turned about 1/8 on and move the throttle against it. I would suggest about a 1/4 turn as mine seems a bit tight when turned full on. The throttle will turn when fully twisted on, but, I didn't like the effort it takes.... and that's without the heated grips on. However, now living in southern CA I doubt very much I will be using the grip heaters anytime soon so that is probably a non-issue. It tells you to get the grips heated, if so equipped, before installing. I didn't but was careful to make sure it was completely free when off. I turned then on for a while when it snowed in NM on the way out and it did not interfere with the operation in the off position. Riding in a snow storm I obviously didn't engage the TM in the lock position.

[sweatmark]

Riding in a snow storm I obviously didn't engage the TM in the lock position.

Lol. Classic comment.

[zeke]

Gents thanks for the comments. Appreciate the links. I have done some research and I am feeling pretty good about going for the meister. Had wristrest inthe partbut wantto setup tosomething that willlet memove myhand andmaintain speedon theslab. The heavy set seem like a goods option, bit larger and supposedly helps with vibes. Not that the vibes are bothersome, but I would not be disappointed if they were reduced. I agree about purchase from the manufacture, they charge $11 for standard shipping and the options go up from there. Keep you posted on the install.

[zeke]

Throttlemeister was delivered and installed without issue. I opted for the heavy size. They weighed in at 11.5 ounces, right side, the actual throttlemeister and 12.4 ounces left side. Installation was straight forward. Direction were sufficient, but the pictures could have been better. The product works great, very smooth and holds the t throttle when engaged. It will take as bit of getting used to, but over the 3 days if has been great. Takes the pressure of the right hand on long rides. Really great product.