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Kaoko Cruise Control Review

In 1975 I bought a new Honda CB400-Four and rode it to Chicago from southern California, pretty much as fast as I could. The trip included several 500-mile days between free lodgings with relatives, and a butt-busting 750-mile finale. The little Honda ran like a top, but hanging on to the low handlebar on the café-styled bike gave me a sharp pain between the shoulder blades all the way to Chi-town and back. For relief, I had to let go of the throttle and move my shoulder around – not easy with 80-mph semi-trucks sniffing up my tail. Occasionally I’d tempt fate and ride with my left hand on the throttle.

I’ve had the same pain on long rides ever since then…until I fitted my BMW F 800 GS with a  Kaoko Cruise Control . What a difference a little friction nut makes! Now I can get my hand off the grip for minutes at a time and let the miles roll by pain free. I’m still bushed after a long day on the bike, but that knife in the back is a thing of the past.

Simple in function and elegant in design, the Kaoko is a left-hand threaded lock nut assembly that applies pressure to the throttle-side hand grip when engaged. To operate, you grab the large knurled nut with your little finger as you roll on the throttle; doing so increases the friction between the grip and the nut. Set the throttle where you want it and the friction keeps it there. With a little dexterity and practice, setting the throttle and making small adjustments is easy. To unlock the throttle, just grab the nut and roll the throttle off. With the friction removed, the throttle responds normally.

That’s the theory, and that’s the way it works on my friend Mark’s F 800 GS. He has the BMW hand guards and the Kaoko unit for his application is a thin assembly at the end of the grip that’s easily grasped and operated. I have Barkbuster hand guards, which require the cruise control to incorporate a one-inch spacer between the grip and the friction nut. This means my puny hand has to gobble up that space to operate the Kaoko. It’s taken some practice to perfect my technique for setting the throttle control, but I have it wired after 3,000 miles of practice on the way to Oregon and back last summer.

The screw-off, screw-on installation is hard to screw up and takes just a few minutes with simple tools. A small set screw lets you adjust the total friction in the system; in the five months I’ve had the unit I haven’t touched that screw. Kaoko recommends disassembling the unit once a year to clean and re-lube. Given the importance of a throttle control working smoothly, I intend to do just that.

Kaoko ( www.kaoko.com ), a South African company, lists applications for 15 different brands of motorcycle on their web site. There’s a good chance yours is among them. My Cruise Control was $110.00 from Adventure Designs ( www.advdesigns.net ) in the U.S. and is worth every penny. In my research for this review, I also contacted Adventurer’s Workshop ( www.advworkshop.com ) and they were happy to help me out. Truth be told, I got the two “adventure” sites mixed up — but I’d happily recommend either one for Kaoko products and friendly service.

Editor’s Note: last paragraph updated 1/26/11

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Review: Kaoko Cruse Control

Discussion in ' Equipment ' started by Guzz , Apr 5, 2004 .

Guzz Gutless wonder

Review: Kaoko Cruse Control Well, I finally received the Kaoko Cruse Control and have had time to try it out. I do believe that I am the first in the United States to have one. I have to say, this is one nice unit! Simplicity at it's finest. The guys at Kaoko really followed the KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid) principal with this device. When I received the unit, I had to take it apart (it’s an evil personal trait). All that is required is an Allen wrench to loosen a grub screw, then twist of the Friction Nut off the bar weight. It has left handed threads, so it took my brain a second to realize to turn it the opposite way than what I am used to. There are only three parts to the entire unit. 1. Bar Weight 2. Friction Nut 3. Grub screw I don’t think you can get any simpler for a throttle lock (ok, you can go the O-ring route). There are no washers, springs, etc, to worry about. Also note: You don’t get another bar end for the other side, just this one unit. I haven’t had any issues with getting just the one side. It weights the same as the stock bar end, and looks like a stock end weight (black) except for the Friction Nut. The Friction Nut is large, and it’s a good thing! It makes operation extremely easy with bulk winter gloves and with stock BMW brush guards. But is still not too large to work with bare hands. It uses left-handed threads so that to engage the unit, you twist the Friction Nut in the same direction as twisting on the throttle. If you want to disengage, turn it the same way as rolling off the throttle. Easy-peasy!! You are in control of the amount of pressure you put on the throttle to keep in place. There is no need to any type of periodic adjustments to have it set just right, even with heated grips (actually I don’t see any issues with any type or brand of heated grips). The lugs on the Friction Nut are perfect; they have beveled edges so they won’t cut into a bare hand. The grub screw is used to set the amount of frictional resistance of the Friction Nut. This is really nice. Without the grub screw, normal vibration or just an accidental bump of the Friction Nut would disengage the device. At first, I was concerned that the grub screw would bite into the threads of the bar end weight. But after disassembly of the unit, the grub screw doesn’t even touch the treads. The rather ingenious and simple machining of the Friction Nut prevents it. I would like to show a picture, but to do so would allow people to copy it easily, and that would just be plain wrong. As for maintenance, it is recommended that you take the device off the bike every six months, loosen the grub screw, unscrew the Friction Nut completely off the Bar End and clean the threads. Lube the threads with either petroleum jelly or copper slip. Then put it back together and reset the grub screw to the proper amount of friction. Now for the good part, the price!! On Kaoko’s web page they have their prices in South African Rand (ZAR) of 450 Rand, which at the time of this writing is ~$70 USD (using XE currency Conversion . When I bought it, the currency exchange was a bit more in my favor of $67 USD. Shipping was done via the South African Parcel Postal system . The reason for this was that it was the cheapest method. Using other methods (FedEx, UPS, DHL, etc) the cost was roughly DOUBLE the cost of the unit ITSELF!! Using the SA postal system wasn’t bad, it only took about a week plus a day or two to get the unit to Arizona. The guys at Kaoko were nice to put the device in an inconspicuous box to avoid any duty fees. It arrived just fine without any issues. Now for the bad part, trying to transfer the funds. Depending on which banking institution you use the cost was aggravating. Kaoko doesn’t use credit cards (yet) so you have to do an Electronic Fund Transfer from your account theirs. It’s actually a rather painless process. Kaoko will e-mail their financial information (bank name, address, account number, S.W.I.F.T. address, etc), you take that to your bank and fill out a form. The amount and the service fee is deducted from your account. Kaoko will only ship once they have confirmed that the funds have been transferred. I would recommend that you shop around your banking institutions to try to find the best deal. For some reason, here in the United States EFT’s aren’t used much so they charge ya. I checked some European institutions and they do it for free, and you can do it online, but ONLY if you have an account with them. This is one situation where the USA lags behind the rest of the world. Hopefully someone with the resources will talk to the guys at Kaoko and become a US importer / reseller. Since I was the first person they had dealt with here in the US, it took quite a lot of e-mails back and forth to work out the details. But since I have already done the leg work it should be rather easy for the rest of ya. Ok, I know some of you are going to ask about the final price of the whole deal. But I believe Kaoko gave me a discount for being the first person in the US to get it. And posting that price wouldn’t be fair to Kaoko, because people would demand the same. But suffice to say, it should be around $100 USD after the cost, shipping, and EFT fees (the EFT fee is really the variable that is dependant on you to do price comparisons). Now for the ever so important question. Would I buy it again, or recommend it to others? HELL YES!!!

Lobby Viel Spass, Vato!

Hey Guzz! Great report! I'm surprised at the low number of responses, though. Still, I'm in the market for a throttle lock for an R1150RS I just bought. Looks like I'll consider this one.

He-Lob said: Hey Guzz! Great report! I'm surprised at the low number of responses, though. Click to expand...

You know, everyone talks about how great the Throttlemeister is. I find it a pain to use. I have to hold on to the throttle with my left hand, as I tighten the lock with my right. Perhaps there's a technique to using your right hand and rolling the the lock closed. But I haven't found it yet. I emailed Kaoko yesterday and asked them to quote me one. I have a friend in Germany who would gladly do the bank transfer, so I think that part's ok. Let's see what they reply. I saw also your thread about shipping something from South Africa here. My guess would be that they've now learned how to do this, and it shouldn't be a problem. If this is as good as it appears, they'll soon need a U.S. distributor. I've already got a full time job.

Rad Done riding

He-Lob said: You know, everyone talks about how great the Throttlemeister is. I find it a pain to use. I have to hold on to the throttle with my left hand, as I tighten the lock with my right. Click to expand...

He-Lob said: You know, everyone talks about how great the Throttlemeister is. I find it a pain to use. I have to hold on to the throttle with my left hand, as I tighten the lock with my right. Perhaps there's a technique to using your right hand and rolling the the lock closed. But I haven't found it yet. I emailed Kaoko yesterday and asked them to quote me one. I have a friend in Germany who would gladly do the bank transfer, so I think that part's ok. Let's see what they reply. I saw also your thread about shipping something from South Africa here. My guess would be that they've now learned how to do this, and it shouldn't be a problem. If this is as good as it appears, they'll soon need a U.S. distributor. I've already got a full time job. Click to expand...

Rad said: You can just do the hose clamp trick on the Throttlmeister, makes it easy to operate. Click to expand...

He-Lob said: Well, perhaps I should feel a little dumb, but I don't know what "the hose clamp trick" is. Would you mind explaining, please, Rad? Click to expand...

See-Double-You Long timer

Looks like a nice desgin. But unless someone starts importing them, I doubt they'll see much use in the US. Bank transfers are customer un-friendly.

See-Double-You said: Looks like a nice desgin. But unless someone starts importing them, I doubt they'll see much use in the US. Bank transfers are customer un-friendly. Click to expand...

Colorado Trail Boss

Guzzler, I didn't read all the post, but I take it that there is a problem in funds transfer and shipping? I have a neighbor who is from South Africa (J'burg) and still has family and friends living there. I'm sure he can arrange the funds transfer without any trouble just through having his mother/brother/sister pay for them and have me (us) reimburse him. Maybe we can even get a supply at a group discount. If there is some interest, I'll speak to him about it. Larry

Colorado1 said: Guzzler, I didn't read all the post, but I take it that there is a problem in funds transfer and shipping? I have a neighbor who is from South Africa (J'burg) and still has family and friends living there. I'm sure he can arrange the funds transfer without any trouble just through having his mother/brother/sister pay for them and have me (us) reimburse him. Maybe we can even get a supply at a group discount. If there is some interest, I'll speak to him about it. Larry Click to expand...

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Guzzler said: The grub screw is used to set the amount of frictional resistance of the Friction Nut. This is really nice. Without the grub screw, normal vibration or just an accidental bump of the Friction Nut would disengage the device. At first, I was concerned that the grub screw would bite into the threads of the bar end weight. But after disassembly of the unit, the grub screw doesn’t even touch the treads. The rather ingenious and simple machining of the Friction Nut prevents it. I would like to show a picture, but to do so would allow people to copy it easily, and that would just be plain wrong. Click to expand...

Global Rider said: Would you say that the grub screw can't put any wear on the threaded bar end weight? Normally, they would put a Delrin or similar material plug into the grub screw hole. The grub screw then presses against the softer material and presses against the threaded bar end weight providing the necessary friction. It might even form threads in time. Click to expand...

Poolside Syndicated

Nice report Guzzler. That is a good looking device. A question about the set screw though. What is on the bottom of the set screw, you know, what provides the friction with the threads? A nylon puck? Is the bottom of the set screw in direct interference with the threads? - Jim

Poolside said: Nice report Guzzler. That is a good looking device. A question about the set screw though. What is on the bottom of the set screw, you know, what provides the friction with the threads? A nylon puck? Is the bottom of the set screw in direct interference with the threads? - Jim Click to expand...

Ostrich Jaded and Happy

Nice job guz.. I am looking at different options to lock the throttle on the Dakar. I have a throttle rocker, but that was not the cure.

Marc Just sayin...

Ok, I just got a reply from Kaoko. I am going to have to respect their wishes of NOT posting the flip side of the Friction Nut. ... I would prefer that you do not post the picture as it could tempt people to try to copy. Some have tried to copy the Kaoko cruise control with disastrous results. As you have identified, the Kaoko control is manufactured to very precise standards in order to achieve a smooth and durable action. I have no objection to you posting the pictures of the assembled control, which you have done thus far on the site review. ... Click to expand...

zero-zero Horny Horned One

I'd bet something on it using a U-shaped cutout on the inside, thus creating a "tongue" that the screw can flex onto the threads, relying on elasticity as the opposing force. But what do I know...

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Motorcycle Parts Review: Cruise Control by Kaoko

The timing of the installation of my new motorcycle cruise control made by Kaoko couldn't have been better!

Maybe I'm actually getting old finally, as I recently started having some issues with my right forearm while typing, working, and riding my BMW R1200GS Adventure. Communicating with you folks by computer all day and then guiding motorcycle tours like "Patagonia, Tierra del Fuego & Ushuaia!" means I'm pretty dependant on my hands, so some much needed relief has been in order.

• Easy to use, just tighten the spinning Kaoko lock to create resistance against the throttle tube so that the throttle tube doesn't spin as freely and cable tension isn't constantly pulling & twisting on your wrist
• The amount of resistance is easily adjustable with just your throttle hand, also while riding
• Resistance against turning the lock itself is adjustable with a small grub bolt (look closely, on the top of the lock nut)
• Simple to install, it took about 5-10 minutes on my BMW with the basic instructions included
• The Kaoko Throttle Lock replaces the original handlebar end-weight both in terms of size and weight
• Looks great, and who doesn't love a little farkling?!?!?

The Kaoko Cruise Control is an easy choice to make. It's out of the way when you want it to be, yet readily accessible at any moment you decide you want some forearm relief. Perfect! (See the original bar end/weight to the right next to the Kaoko Cruise Control prior to installation. The small allen wrench that's included in the background allows you to adjust the resistance with which the cruise control spins/tightens.)

Sure, some new bikes come with electronic cruise controls that may or may not work (ehem, "more electrical problems anyone?") The beauty of the Kaoko cruise control is its simplicity. Combined with the fact that it works and provides such relief, I'd say it's an easy buy!

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Kaoko Motorcycle Cruise Control Reviews

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A fairly common problem for longer distance motorcycle riders is hand cramping, tingling and/or numbness, caused by having to hold your throttle hand in the same position for extended periods. I tossed my hat into the adventure riding deal this spring and I've already encountered this problem on longer sections of freeway. Sure, you can pull over and rest if it gets especially annoying, but that's annoying in itself. I did some Google searching, to see what other riders are saying about hand fatigue and it was what I expected; don't hold on too tightly and learn to relax. Good advice, but I've been riding for some time, so I'm not a death gripper or tensed up by any means. Maybe I just have wimpy hands? ? Whatever the problem is, I hoped that there was a simple solution. After looking at my options, I settled in on trying a Kaoko Cruise Control for my 2013 Triumph Tiger 800XC. It looked like it was a factory piece, simple to use and effective. For testing, I wore typical MX style gloves by MSR and Fly Racing. How It Works The Kaoko Cruise Control allows the rider to quickly and easily set a desired cruising speed by rotating a friction nut (with your pinky finger) while rolling on the motorcycle's throttle. This creates just enough friction to hold the throttle tube in the desired position without positively locking the throttle in place. Once set, fine adjustments can be made with throttle inputs, it's just a little stiffer. To disengage, simply reverse the process of how you set it. Installation Make/model specific instructions came with the product and I found them to be clear and concise, using supporting photos for the three installation steps. Simply remove the stock throttle side handlebar weight and verify that the throttle tube is flush with the end of the handlebar. Mine was, so no adjustment was necessary. Second, slide the assembled Kaoko unit in place of the factory handlebar weight and secure it using the supplied retaining screw. It took more time to carefully read the instructions than it did to complete the installation. Product Overview I've shown this product to a few buddies and one said, "You're braver than me!" The conclusion was that the Kaoko Cruise Control "locks" your throttle, so in a panic situation, you're in trouble. To be clear, it does NOT positively lock your throttle. The plastic knob (friction nut) rides on left-hand threads of the new, aluminum handlebar weight and uses a specially designed thrust washer to create friction against the handlebar grip. You only need to turn the friction nut to the point where the throttle tube is held at he desired opening. At this point, you can still move the throttle, it just requires a little more effort. So, in a panic situation, you can easily roll off the throttle, just don't expect it to snap back into the off position. Also, the friction nut has a 2mm set screw that can be adjusted as necessary to take up for wear. In terms of quality, the fit & finish are excellent and once installed, it takes up the same amount of real estate that the factory handlebar weight did, looking completely OEM. Unless a fellow rider knows what it is, they likely wouldn't identify the unit as an aftermarket add-on. Performance The product works exactly as advertised, but there is a short learning curve to getting a feel for how much tension is necessary to hold your desired speed. Initially, I found myself setting it slightly too loose, so the bike would slowly bleed off speed. But, it didn't take more than a few miles to get a feel for the right combination of tension and throttle inputs for my machine that allowed me to maintain a set speed. Once enough tension has been set, you can easily make fine inputs to adjust your speed up/down. The throttle response of the Tiger 800XC is on the sensitive side, so the firmer throttle action when set allows these inputs to be smooth.

Now, before I ride, I set the Kaoko friction nut at a tension to where it just holds the throttle tube. I then back the nut off to the point where the throttle snaps back to closed. This puts it in the perfect starting position so that when I need it, I simply roll on the throttle and at the same time, grip the friction nut with my pinky finger. In terms of disengaging the unit, the process of doing so is simply the reverse of setting it and I found these processes to be pretty fluid if not natural. Using the product definitely hasn't caused me any stress or concern, but I've also been riding for a very long time, so typical motorcycle controls are somewhat autonomic for me. Best of all, on long stretches of tarmac, before hand fatigue sets in, it's sweet to set the Kaoko Cruise Control, relax and enjoy the ride. Pros & Cons ? Pros:

• Ridiculously easy to install.
• High quality, OEM look, fit & finish.
• When not in use, it's not in your way.
• Simple to operate.
• Eliminates hand fatigue symptoms.

? Cons: On the pricey side. Conclusion If you ride long distances and hand fatigue steals some of your riding joy, the Kaoko Cruise Control should be on your shortlist of solutions.

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Kaoko Cruise Control With Hand Guards

Fitting the Kaoko KBB300, KBB220, KBB210 or KBB200

I never thought we’d end up with three separate reviews covering the Kaoko throttle control — or cruise control, as it’s called by the manufacturer.

(Actually, I’d call a true cruise control as a device that automatically adjusts to keep the speed constant; the Kaoko doesn’t do that, it’s a throttle position holding device. But I digress…).

This time, we’re taking a quick look at the Kaoko throttle control designed for use with hand guards.

I had been using the Kaoko throttle control on the  Suzuki V-Strom 1000 ABS (Blog) ; it’s a purposeful device that is barely noticeable as an accessory but works well.

When I installed the  Barkbusters Storm hand guards (review)  recently on the V-Strom, I found that if I removed the bar end weight from the Kaoko VS1000UW-S and inserted one of the 20 mm spacers that came with the  Barkbusters Blizzard hand guards (review) , the Kaoko seemed to work.

The spacer was just long enough to keep the inside of the hand guard backbone from pressing against the rotating part of the Kaoko, which allowed a throttle position to be set.

But — and this is important — the inside of the VS1000UW-S Kaoko has only a tiny 1 mm step that was holding the shoulder of the spacer.

This means that if the bolt for the hand guards was too tight and/or with some wear over time, the hand guard would press against the throttle control, potentially locking the throttle in an open position.

Not something you’d want to have happen!

Kaoko Cruise Control for Hand Guards

So what’s the solution? Buy the correct Kaoko cruise control. It’s part number KBB200 for the V-Strom. It was specifically designed by Kaoko and Barkbusters by sharing design data in a combined effort specifically for this application.

The KBB200 Kaoko is specifically designed to be used with Barkbusters and other hand guards.

Besides the different configuration, it uses specially designed thrust washers and it also has the correct size bolt, which my cobbed-together experiment using Blizzard parts did not.

Bottom line is that there are enough changes to the KBB200 that make it important to use this version if your bike has hand guards.

I won’t go into the Kaoko installation again because we’ve done that twice already, so please refer to the original  Kaoko Throttle Control review  or  Installing the Kaoko Throttle Control on the Suzuki V-Strom  (without hand guards).

Let’s take a look at the Kaoko KBB200 for use with hand guards:

The Kaoko cruise control or throttle control is a quality device that works well. But anything that has to do with throttle control needs to be considered with caution, so it’s important to buy the correct Kaoko for your application.

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From “B.K.” (December 2015):  “Just wanted to say thanks for the write-up! It proved very helpful. My installation is the same: Kaoko KBB200 Rev1 and Barkbusters BB.BHG46.3.SBK on a 2014 V-Strom DL1000A.

The issue I had — which was resolved by looking at your photos — was that of the five included thrust washers, only one had a visible part number. I had no idea how to determine which thrust washer was TH-TW D002C.

By referencing your photos, I was able to determine that the correct thrust washer for the Strom 1000 is the only thrust washer that has no protruding lip. It is the one with a recessed groove.

Also, I didn’t see anything in either set of instructions that said to omit the spacer (included with the Barkbusters) when installing the right ride hand guard with the Kaoko. The spacer physically would not fit on the included bolt (the bolt is too short).

But your photo confirmed my suspicion that the spacer is not used on the throttle side. Thanks again!”

From “M.H.” (March 2015):  “I learned the hard way that the Kaoko unit will not fit if you have  Heli Bars (review)  installed. I ordered the standard model to fit an 08 Honda VFR 800 and struggled to get in into the bar before the silly bugger light illuminated and I remembered that I had replaced the OE bars.

When I contacted Kaoko they acted like I was the first person on the planet to encounter this situation, which I find hard to believe.

I went out of my way to get them the ID/OD of the Heli Bars and was promised that they would do some research and provide the PN which could be used as a suitable substitute. Never heard back, so I returned the unit to the distributor and got my money back.

…If you have Heli Bars installed and intend to add a Kaoko, be aware that there may be some fitment issues. I certainly wasn’t aware of this and was very lucky/pleased that the good folks at Solo Moto refunded my purchase.”

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Thank you for this post! Timely, as I'm planning on getting this same throttle lock. Please put up your impressions after using it. Rob  

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I also have the KAOKO throttle 'lock' on my ST. Works perfectly and as simply as WIKI describes.  

I had the Karako on my KTM 950, and the Throttlemeister on the Blackbird. The TM is my preference, and found one here but haven't installed it yet on the ST. They operate on the same concept. I really like the way the TM looks on a nice road bike... because you don't even see it, unless you know what you're looking at.  

This unit on Ebay...... At Cycle Gear on Saturday, I noticed a GL 1500 sporting what I thought was a KAOKO throttle lock. Owner said nope...a knock off......works great, shared an Ebay link. Led me to this seller / unit. Throttle Lock Cruise Control Aftermarket Fit For HONDA ST1300 Pan European 02-13 | eBay  

Larry Fine said: For the budget-minded among us, the N.E.P. throttle lock works perfectly, and costs much less. Thumb lever on/off, holds well and is easy to override if you adjust the set-screw correctly. Click to expand...

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The Kaoko Cruise Control is a simple and clever friction type throttle lock that lets you maintain cruising speed without fatiguing your hand.The Kaoko consists of a friction nut that's integrated into a replacement bar end weight. Each unit is made to go with a specific make/model to ensure matching controls, and the Kaoko installs easily with one large mounting bolt.To use the Kaoko while riding, simply move your grip further out towards the end of the bar until you're covering the castellated nut. Twist the nut at the same time as the throttle and when you release your hand, friction from the Kaoko will keep the throttle in place. To turn off cruise, rotate the throttle and nut forward. The Kaoko will release friction and your throttle's return action will function normally.While cruising, rider is able to remove hand from throttle gripSimple- Very little maintenance is required-Can result in reduced fuel consumption-Less wear and tear on throttle cables and linkages-High-quality, compact, and durable design, super smooth action

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Customers like the performance of the handlebar. They mention it works well once they figure it out. However, opinions are mixed on ease of use.

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Customers are satisfied with the performance of the handlebar. They mention that it works very well once they figure it out.

"...this gadget a month ago and I still think that's overpriced but works well and let you enjoy a long stretch highway without wrist fatigue...." Read more

" Works great and is easy to set and remove when driving. Price is high but its worth it for long drives...." Read more

"Took me less that 5 min. to install and works great . It's easy to adjust on the fly and sure beats having nothing...." Read more

"Once you get it figured out, works very well !" Read more

Customers have mixed opinions about the ease of use of the throttle lock. Some find it easy to install and use, while others say it's cumbersome and clunky.

"... Easy to install and use . Small tricks will develop during usage to work it seamlessly......." Read more

"...Price is high but its worth it for long drives. install was easy and included everything to complete the setup." Read more

"Easy enough install, but not the most easy to use throttle lock ." Read more

"...I am really happy with it. It looks really good and is relatively easy to use now and it hasn't slipped on me...." Read more

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Kaoko & adventure bikes, makes off-road easier, how can a kaoko benefit riders with adventure bikes.

Off-road riding on bumpy roads can often cause you to clench your throttle to maintain throttle control, potentially causing wrist strain – this is where a KAOKO throttle stabilizer can make a big difference in riding comfort by adding friction & rotational resistance to the throttle – thus making off road riding much easier and more comfortable.

Electronic cruise control should not be considered a substitute for a KAOKO Throttle Stabilizer.

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