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3 lefts make a right. Once you get used to it, it will seem odd the other way. It took me a while to figure out how long to hold the button down so it wouldn't canceljust before making the turn.
how long is this?
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2006 1200c
I has work done to it.
I use the throttle lock occasionally just like OFG does...just not all the time, mostly on long rides on boring roads. But I don't set it so tight it can't be manually over ridden, or loosened easily while riding. I also noticed that when I throttle down I do NOT let the spring dictate my actions, so using the throttle lock is safe used like OFG suggested.I just wished it was more of a "lever" type mechanism instead of the star wheel.
The turn signals on either side took some getting used to. I thought it was peculiar and the other bikes using it on the left side only I think are more "intuitive". But then I thought about it. Having the signals onboth sides allows Harleys to have emergency flashers! Just push both signals at the same time, and you have hazard lights. I used them at my first Patriot Guard mission yesterday, and again coming back when me and the other guy I was riding with had to pull over on the side of the road temporarily. I'm used to the turn signals now, and I have small hands with short fingers and thumbs.
I use hand signals occasionally, but I'm fully aware that the vehicle behind me probably doesn't know what the hell I'm doing, so I use turn signals mostly.
Teek
Great point on the hazards, Teek. The other day after after making a delivery to Queenstown, Md., I ran into a rain storm. Because of the low visibility from road spray on US 50, I used the hazards to make myself more visible to those hi-ballin truckers and other assorted yahoos. Worked like a charm.
Try the Throttle Mate lever, it works great, especially with gloves on. http://throttlemate.com/
Thanks! That seems to be perfect! I saved it to my favorites so I won't forget to call them, or lose the website. Wish they had online ordering, but talking to a live body can be better! It's a lot better and cheaper than the Vista Cruise plastic contraption I had on the Honda. It worked well, though. Yeah, I'm gonna try out the Throttle mate.
Teek
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RE: I'm only going to make left turns..ugh
