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Old 01-22-2012, 09:40 PM
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Default Anyone use a throttle rocker?

I have thought about getting one. I am wondering if anyone uses one how do you like it, does it work good.

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Old 01-22-2012, 09:44 PM
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Keeps the hand from getting tired. They work well.
 
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I use one occasionally. Good for taking stress off the wrist and hand but takes a little getting use to.

I have the kind that is held on with velcro so you can remove it. It kinda gets in the way and can cause you to inadvertently twist the throttle by hitting it it with your wrist, when you don't intend to until you get use to it.
 
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Old 01-22-2012, 09:45 PM
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Yes but mostly when I go to the mountains in the very curvy roads, where I cannot use the cruse control.
I like it. Mine is a cramp buster...a little wider on the paddle.
 
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My dyna has the stock throttle lock. Great for the prairies. I had one of those paddles that your palm just rests on. It wasn't bad but I wouldn't have paid for it. Jmo
 
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I have one and love it. It does tend to slip sometimes.
 
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Have for years and I won't do any ride over 2 hrs without it , saves major grief for me and carpal tunnel problems .
 
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Cruise control is excellent on my RG. Back in the day had a thumb screw on my FLH. Used the paddle for more than 50 miles when I switched bikes with a buddy. Helps.
 
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Used one on my Dyna. Works like a charm. Suggest taking it off if you are doing a safety course or you let someone else ride the bike.

The only reason I don't use one now is because I got new grips.

 
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Old 01-22-2012, 11:11 PM
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I guess I'll cast a dissenting vote. Bought one and gave it a try, but didn't like it so I popped it off. They're cheap enough, so why not give one a try and decide for yourself.
 


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