Cheap Yet Effective Mods? - Page 7

jtemple · 06-19-2008, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by t-rock

I was going to say stompgrip or something similar until I ready you already had it. How do you like it, btw?

I love it. From now on, it's going on all of my bikes.

nhgunnut · 06-19-2008, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by jtemple

I'm in the mood for a cheap but effective mod, costing < $100. Any suggestions? Here's what I've come up with:

Manic Salamander or Throttlemeister Throttle Lock/Bar End Weights (can anyone suggest one of the two?)

PUIG DB Screen (I can't decide if I want smoke, color, clear...I'm thinking clear is the safest bet). Do these really help w/the wind? I guess I don't really have a big gripe about the wind when I ride. It doesn't really bother me.

My bike is pretty much stock, except a tank pad, Stomp Grip, and a homemade fender eliminator.

I'm not interested in cosmetic stuff, including anything that changes the sound of the bike. I want functional, useful stuff.

Not sure where you live but here in New England one of the cheapest mods that can extend your riding season and riding times are the $30 dollar heated foils that go under your stock (or for that matter custom grips. The down side is the kit only comes with a High Low and Off switch. If you spend another $50 you get the dial that lets you control it more precisely

jtemple · 07-08-2008, 11:17 AM

I just placed an order for the Manic Salamander Throttle Lock (gearing up for Sturgis). When they come and and get installed, I'll report!

Phenix_Rider · 07-08-2008, 02:47 PM

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Originally Posted by nhgunnut

Not sure where you live but here in New England one of the cheapest mods that can extend your riding season and riding times are the $30 dollar heated foils that go under your stock (or for that matter custom grips. The down side is the kit only comes with a High Low and Off switch. If you spend another $50 you get the dial that lets you control it more precisely

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jtemple · 07-15-2008, 04:36 PM

I installed the bar ends over lunch today. Bar vibration is all but gone and the throttle lock seems pretty slick. I'll get pictures up as soon as I can.

jtemple · 07-15-2008, 09:30 PM

It turns out that the throttle lock doesn't have enough spring power in it to keep the throttle open. It needs a stronger spring. I emailed Manic Salamander to see what they suggest.

jtemple · 07-16-2008, 04:44 PM

Manic Salamander suggested using grip glue on the throttle grip, if it looks like the bar end is mashing the grip back too far. I don't think that's the problem. I think the issue is spring strength. They also offered to make me some shims, I guess to put under the spring so it has a bit more strength. I'm working on getting clarification on that idea.

One thing I noticed is that it holds the throttle in place just fine while the bike is off. Once it's running it's a whole different story. Is the throttle return spring somehow stronger while the bike is running vs. when it's off?

Mr Lefty · 07-16-2008, 04:59 PM

might be vibration

rider76 · 07-16-2008, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by jtemple

I just placed an order for the Manic Salamander Throttle Lock (gearing up for Sturgis). When they come and and get installed, I'll report!

Your taken a Ninja to sturgis?

Mr Lefty · 07-16-2008, 05:15 PM

I would... if it wasn't for my ex living in Lead (about 20 min from Sturgis)...

from what I've heard... Sturgis is quite calm anymore... doubt all the Dentists and lawyers are gonna risk legal problems by starting fights

07-08-2008, 11:17 AM	#63
jtemple Geek Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Papillion, Nebraska Moto: 2011 Husqvarna TE630 Posts: 1,437	I just placed an order for the Manic Salamander Throttle Lock (gearing up for Sturgis). When they come and and get installed, I'll report!

07-15-2008, 04:36 PM	#65
jtemple Geek Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Papillion, Nebraska Moto: 2011 Husqvarna TE630 Posts: 1,437	I installed the bar ends over lunch today. Bar vibration is all but gone and the throttle lock seems pretty slick. I'll get pictures up as soon as I can.

07-15-2008, 09:30 PM	#66
jtemple Geek Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Papillion, Nebraska Moto: 2011 Husqvarna TE630 Posts: 1,437	It turns out that the throttle lock doesn't have enough spring power in it to keep the throttle open. It needs a stronger spring. I emailed Manic Salamander to see what they suggest.

07-16-2008, 04:44 PM	#67
jtemple Geek Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Papillion, Nebraska Moto: 2011 Husqvarna TE630 Posts: 1,437	Manic Salamander suggested using grip glue on the throttle grip, if it looks like the bar end is mashing the grip back too far. I don't think that's the problem. I think the issue is spring strength. They also offered to make me some shims, I guess to put under the spring so it has a bit more strength. I'm working on getting clarification on that idea. One thing I noticed is that it holds the throttle in place just fine while the bike is off. Once it's running it's a whole different story. Is the throttle return spring somehow stronger while the bike is running vs. when it's off?

07-16-2008, 04:59 PM	#68
Mr Lefty TWFix Legend Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Denver CO Moto: 01 BMW F650GS Dakar Posts: 15,677	might be vibration

07-16-2008, 05:15 PM	#70
Mr Lefty TWFix Legend Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Denver CO Moto: 01 BMW F650GS Dakar Posts: 15,677	I would... if it wasn't for my ex living in Lead (about 20 min from Sturgis)... from what I've heard... Sturgis is quite calm anymore... doubt all the Dentists and lawyers are gonna risk legal problems by starting fights