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The ATLAS was designed after a 15 month around the world trip on a paint-shaking KTM 640 Adventure. I needed some throttle hand relief, and later found out thousands of other riders needed the exact same thing.
Supporting riders with the ATLAS Throttle Lock is all we do, so you can be sure we will take care of you on your next long ride!
The term “throttle lock” can be misleading because the ATLAS doesn’t actually “lock” the throttle of your motorcycle. It mounts to the plastic throttle tube and when engaged, a Friction Pad presses against the throttle housing to hold your throttle where you set it. To adjust your speed, simply rotate the throttle manually and it will hold the new position until you push the “Off” button.
Supporting riders with the ATLAS Throttle Lock is all we do, so you can be sure we will take care of you on your next long ride!
The term “throttle lock” can be misleading because the ATLAS doesn’t actually “lock” the throttle of your motorcycle. It mounts to the plastic throttle tube and when engaged, a Friction Pad presses against the throttle housing to hold your throttle where you set it. To adjust your speed, simply rotate the throttle manually and it will hold the new position until you push the “Off” button.
ATLAS Throttle Lock Installation Video
Our in-depth installation video will walk you through the process of installing the ATLAS Throttle Lock, the best aftermarket motorcycle mechanical cruise control available. We have all the details explaining how to install our innovative friction pads on all types of motorcycle throttle housings.
For our installation instructions in PDF format, go here: www.atlasthrottlelock.com/pages/universal-fit
If you're looking for a motorcycle throttle lock comparison chart or details on how a throttle lock is different from a typical motorcycle cruise control, please visit our website at www.atlasthrottlelock.com.
The ATLAS Throttle Lock comes with a 30 day money back guarantee, backed with our incredible customer service. Purchase the ATLAS Throttle Lock and take control on your next long ride.
0:00 Short verbal outline
0:18 Installation Part 1
0:42 Throttle Housing Styles A, B & C
1:12 Primary and Secondary Surfaces
1:29 ATLAS Key and Friction Pads
1:43 The Throttle Seam
2:19 (A) Style Housing - Primary Surface
3:42 (B) and (C) Style Housings - Primary Surface
4:23 (B) and (C) Style Housings - Secondary Surface
6:03 Install the Friction Pad on the Throttle Lock
6:45 Ex: 1 of 2 - Bottom Kit, (A) Style Housing, Primary Surface
8:45 Ex: 2 of 2 - Top Kit, (C) Style Housing, Secondary Surface
10:01 Troubleshoot Notes - Clocking for clearance
11:30 Continue Example 2 of 2
12:09 Removing the Throttle Lock
For our installation instructions in PDF format, go here: www.atlasthrottlelock.com/pages/universal-fit
If you're looking for a motorcycle throttle lock comparison chart or details on how a throttle lock is different from a typical motorcycle cruise control, please visit our website at www.atlasthrottlelock.com.
The ATLAS Throttle Lock comes with a 30 day money back guarantee, backed with our incredible customer service. Purchase the ATLAS Throttle Lock and take control on your next long ride.
0:00 Short verbal outline
0:18 Installation Part 1
0:42 Throttle Housing Styles A, B & C
1:12 Primary and Secondary Surfaces
1:29 ATLAS Key and Friction Pads
1:43 The Throttle Seam
2:19 (A) Style Housing - Primary Surface
3:42 (B) and (C) Style Housings - Primary Surface
4:23 (B) and (C) Style Housings - Secondary Surface
6:03 Install the Friction Pad on the Throttle Lock
6:45 Ex: 1 of 2 - Bottom Kit, (A) Style Housing, Primary Surface
8:45 Ex: 2 of 2 - Top Kit, (C) Style Housing, Secondary Surface
10:01 Troubleshoot Notes - Clocking for clearance
11:30 Continue Example 2 of 2
12:09 Removing the Throttle Lock
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Відео
Determine Fitment for the ATLAS Throttle Lock
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Wondering if you need the Top Kit or the Bottom Kit for your motorcycle? We have you covered with this video! Our thumb activated mechanical motorcycle cruise control is easy to use and will keep you grinning from ear to ear as you explore the mountain passes and coastlines your motorcycle was built for. -The ATLAS Team
ATLAS Takes a Taco Moto KTM Solo Around Baja, Mexico
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What do you do when nobody can join you on a dream ride down in Baja? Ride it alone! Riding solo will make you more approachable for locals and travelers alike. I met dozens of generous and interesting people on this short trip. If you have a chance to go to Baja, take it. = Industry friends who are making great gear = - KTM 500 Build Video: ua-cam.com/video/WO1hy-i9RxA/v-deo.html - Taco Moto C...
Motorcycle Cruise Control Alternative. Thumb Activated & 100% Adjustable.
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When engaged, the ATLAS Throttle Lock holds your throttle in place with friction so that you can relax your grip, shake out your hand, adjust your jacket, etc. Calling it a throttle lock is a little misleading because it doesn’t actually “lock” the throttle of your motorcycle. You can override the ATLAS at all times. When you want to increase or decrease your speed, simply rotate the throttle l...
Cruise Control Alternative for your Cruiser. Thumb Activated & 100% Adjustable.
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When engaged, the ATLAS holds your throttle in place with friction so that you can relax your grip, shake out your hand, adjust your jacket, etc. The ATLAS Throttle Lock is the perfect tool for cruising through the Badlands. Calling it a throttle lock is a little misleading because it doesn’t actually “lock” the throttle of your motorcycle. You can override the ATLAS at all times. When you want...
Cruise Control Alternative for your Dual Sport Motorcycle. Thumb Activated & 100% Adjustable
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When engaged, the ATLAS holds your throttle in place with friction so that you can relax your grip, shake out your hand, adjust your jacket, etc. The ATLAS Throttle Lock is the ultimate trail connector. Calling it a throttle lock is a little misleading because it doesn’t actually “lock” the throttle of your motorcycle. You can override the ATLAS at all times. When you want to increase or decrea...
Cruise Control Alternative for a Sport Bike. Thumb Activated & 100% Adjustable.
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When engaged, the ATLAS holds your throttle in place with friction so that you can relax your grip, shake out your hand, adjust your jacket, etc. Calling it a throttle lock is a little misleading because it doesn’t actually “lock” the throttle of your motorcycle. You can override the ATLAS at all times. When you want to increase or decrease your speed, simply rotate the throttle like normal and...
Motorcycle Cruise Control Alternative for Every Motorcycle
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Cruise Control Alternative? That’s right! The ATLAS Throttle Lock is an intuitive, ergonomic and safe design that gives your throttle hand a break without actually “locking” anything - hence, it’s better described as a “mechanical cruise control”. www.atlasthrottlelock.com/pages/motorcycle-brands How does it work? The ATLAS mounts to most motorcycles in 10 minutes. It clamps to the plastic thro...
ATLAS Throttle Lock installation on a KTM 690, 1090 and 1190 throttle
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Looking for help when installing the ATLAS Throttle Lock on your KTM 690 / 1090 / 1190 or on the Husqvarna 701, Vitpilen and Svartpilen motorcycles? We got you covered with this informative installation video. Visit us at www.atlasthrottlelock.com/products/ktm-motorcycles-atlas-throttle-lock The term “throttle lock” can be misleading because the ATLAS doesn’t actually “lock” the throttle of you...
ATLAS Throttle Lock - the Motorcycle Cruise Control Alternative your motorcycle's been waiting for.
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Cruise Control Alternative? That’s right! The ATLAS Throttle Lock is an intuitive, ergonomic and safe design that gives your throttle hand a break without actually “locking” anything - hence, it’s better described as a “mechanical cruise control”. We built the ATLAS Throttle Lock for YOU, not just your motorcycle. www.atlasthrottlelock.com/ The essential features of the ATLAS that set it apart ...
Why choose the ATLAS Throttle Lock?
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We have dealers all over the world who are happy to help you. www.atlasthrottlelock.com/pages/dealer-locator - We sell on Amazon.com www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07533VGQ1?pf_rd_p=183f5289-9dc0-416f-942e-e8f213ef368b&pf_rd_r=6T3ETF5ZV4NN649P4WD3 and at www.atlasthrottlelock.com/ Feel free to contact us if you have any questions about the ATLAS Throttle Lock. We are happy to help!
BMW R nineT ATLAS Throttle Lock Installation
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Here are some tips for installing the ATLAS Throttle Lock on your BMW R nineT (All Models). www.atlasthrottlelock.com/products/bmw-motorcycles-atlas-throttle-lock As always, feel free to contact us if you have any questions at all.
Ural Motorcycle with an ATLAS Throttle Lock
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Ural Motorcycle with an ATLAS Throttle Lock
Suzuki Factory Grips with the ATLAS Throttle Lock
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Suzuki Factory Grips with the ATLAS Throttle Lock
Triumph Modern Throttle Tube with the ATLAS Throttle Lock
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Triumph Modern Throttle Tube with the ATLAS Throttle Lock
Ducati Scrambler Throttle Housing with the ATLAS Throttle Lock
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Choosing between the Top Kit and the Bottom Kit for the Ducati Scrambler.
BMW 1150 Installation of the ATLAS Throttle Lock
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Here are some tips for installing the ATLAS Throttle Lock on your BMW 1150 (All Models). www.atlasthrottlelock.com/products/bmw-motorcycles-atlas-throttle-lock As always, feel free to contact us if you have any questions at all.
Yamaha Bolt with an ATLAS Throttle Lock
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Here are some tips for installing the ATLAS Throttle Lock on your Yamaha Bolt (All Models). This particular Bolt has factory heated grips. www.atlasthrottlelock.com/products/yamaha-motorcycles-atlas-throttle-lock As always, feel free to contact us if you have any questions at all.
BMW 1200 All Models ATLAS Throttle Lock Installation
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BMW 1200 All Models ATLAS Throttle Lock Installation
Honda VTX1300 Installation of the ATLAS Throttle Lock
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Honda VTX1300 Installation of the ATLAS Throttle Lock
Kawasaki Concours 14 with ATLAS Throttle Lock
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Kawasaki Concours 14 with ATLAS Throttle Lock
Chrome Grips on Yamaha Star and Suzuki Boulevard with the ATLAS Throttle Lock
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Chrome Grips on Yamaha Star and Suzuki Boulevard with the ATLAS Throttle Lock
Older BMW Throttle Housing with the ATLAS Throttle Lock
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Older BMW Throttle Housing with the ATLAS Throttle Lock
BMW G650 & Sertao with heated grip flange
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BMW G650 & Sertao with heated grip flange
Ducati with factory heated grips and the ATLAS Throttle Lock
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Ducati with factory heated grips and the ATLAS Throttle Lock
Victory Bikes with the ATLAS Throttle Lock
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Victory Bikes with the ATLAS Throttle Lock
BMW G310 with an ATLAS Throttle Lock
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BMW G310 with an ATLAS Throttle Lock
Harley with Kuryakyn Grips and the ATLAS Throttle Lock
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Harley with Kuryakyn Grips and the ATLAS Throttle Lock
Kuryakyn ISO Grips with the ATLAS Throttle Lock
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Kuryakyn ISO Grips with the ATLAS Throttle Lock
Tanck you...😎
Just picked up my throttle lock for a 2003 Yamaha FJR1300 from Touratech in Seattle. Played with the ATLAS display in the showroom and Touratech's staff were very informed on your product. Needless to say I purchased the unit and installed it in a hotel parking lot later that evening after watching you video. THANK YOU!!
You're very welcome! Enjoy it!
These instructions were very good ..thank you
Glad it was helpful!
Which kit I should buy for the ADV 350?
Bottom Kit as long as you're not using Honda Heated grips! If you have the Honda heated grips, roll with the Top Kit. You need 3mm in between the grip and throttle housing for the ATLAS to fit.
So these only work with rubber grips? I have Kuryakyn Isogrips (metal) and there is zero clearance between the grip and the housing.
It does work with a variety of non-rubber grips, including Kuryakyn ISO grips! You'll want to check out this video about that. ua-cam.com/video/6MVl8LCKDNA/v-deo.html They are tight, however the metal portion of the grip can be pried over to make more space. Just take care not to scratch them!
If you live in KC: Step 1: Take your bike to Knobtown Motorcycle for installation. Step 2. Pay your service tech Step 3: Actually, get your bike back on the road. Thanks for watching
Thanks, very clear instructions.
Why am I only finding out about this now??? Where have you been hiding this kit? Take my money!!
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2015 Yamaha MT07. I don't have a throttle tube "stopper arm" it's just a straight tube. Any fixed for this? I just clamped it down on the tube and it doesn't hold place. Especially at a good speed.
Reach out to us at info@atlasmoto.com, and we will assist with this. The stopper arm is part of the ATLAS, not the throttle tube. Fire over some pictures to that email address and we will get you helped out!
What's the big difference with cheap knockoffs? Since it's just friction neither one really seems dangerous, just push the throttle closed again
Cheap knockoffs are just that. They are made from inferior metals and they knowingly violate our patent. They are an illegal copy and we ask riders not to support them. We've obtained a few of them and they are silly junk. And yes, the ATLAS is a friction and pressure system, so you can still use the throttle as needed. Close it in an emergency, or roll on throttle to speed up.
Well done.
I am puzzled because to install cruise control on my bike will cost me £200 and to buy the Atlas £124…🤔
That would definitely depend on the motorcycle. Some bikes may have a factory option available that can be added on (usually expensive) and some bikes may be able to use an aftermarket electronic cruise (usually finicky and not plug and play). The majority of motorcycles will be well suited with a throttle lock setup like the ATLAS.
Wait! You didn't answer the question! What do you actually do if you don't have the clearance between the throttle body and the the grip flange when your grip is glued down. Now what? Send it back? If I have to do this it's gonna suck! I needed a solution for my planned trip in less than 3 days! It took a week to get it!
It depends on the bike and grip, but if you just have rubber grips glued to a standard throttle tube, these can often be pulled back to make more room. That is to say, you pull on the rubber grip flange to roll it back, install the ATLAS, and roll the grip back into place. You could also use a heat gun or hair dryer to soften the glue, and then slip over the entire grip. You can reach out to our install guru at info@atlasmoto.com, and he will help you with any issues you have with installs!
@ATLASMoto I was able to fit the kit in spite of the lack of clearance. After I tightened the included screw all the way in to a "reasonable" torque, I was able to then back the screw out until the throttle was free floating. This seemed to work without obstructing the throttle free play. Now to test it on an actual ride in a couple of days as the weather clears. One suggestion, the weight of the unit is substantial to the point of slightly slowing the torsional rotation of the throttle return. While that, in and of itself, is not inherently dangerous, you may consider lightening the unit by using aluminum instead of steel.
Sounds like you got it installed ok! It is possible to over tighten the bolt and pinch the throttle tube, but backing off the bolt in tiny increments until the throttle frees up is indeed the solution for that. The ATLAS does add a few ounces to the throttle tube and thus does slightly slow throttle return. We haven't found this to be a major issue, but have considered an aluminum build.
Fantastic explanation
I have 2 motorbikes and on both it don't fit.
Reach out to us at info@atlasmoto.com, and we'll assist with fitment! Just let us know what year/make/model your bikes are, and if you can provide some detailed pictures of the throttle housings and grips, even better!
these instructions are ridiculous. Previous version didn't have a trillion steps
That's because this version is intended to be more comprehensive. Previous versions of the installation video did not consider throttle housing types that are commonly run into, though we have some videos for specific motorcycles that point out special considerations. Many riders won't have to consider throttle housing types because their throttle housing is flat or otherwise doesn't have special characteristics, but many riders also have throttle housings with beveled sections and other such things, so we're trying to cover more bases by providing more knowledge. The actual installation is simple, but setting up the friction pad for some of the throttle housing types takes a bit of consideration and that's what we're trying to cover here. Hope that helps!
@@ATLASMoto Ok. will try it on my Yamaha Raider
Let us know if you need any assistance! You can reach out to us at info@atlasmoto.com. We recommend the Top Kit ATLAS for most of the Raiders, because we see them with a throttle cable bracket that tends to be sticking out from under the throttle housing. This bracket can interfere with the Bottom Kit ATLAS by snagging on it. You can check your bike to see whether the bracket comes out from the bottom of the housing.
Is there a video on how to put it on a sportster?
We don't have one for the Sportster models, but the installation on those is pretty straightforward, I believe. If you're not sure, reach out to us at info@atlasmoto.com with some detailed pictures of the throttle housing on yours, and we'll let you know if there's anything special that needs to be done.
Do you still use the rubber pads provided by Atlas?
At ATLAS, we have discontinued the adhesive backed pads. We are now using a sliide-on pad design that works better, lasts longer, and swaps out easier. They can be found as part of our Hardware Pack on the website here: atlasmoto.com/products/atlas-hardware-pack
@@ATLASMoto thank you for the quick reply
Can you buy extra rubber when the original kit is worn out?
Yes, we sell replacement pads on the website!
Not possible to install on 1190 ADV
If you have the same setup as the bike in the video, it should be possible. Our Rider Support Manager has one on his 1090. Reach out to him for assistance at info@atlasmoto.com!
Is this completely locked when you press it down? Or can I adjust my gas at any time, or do I have to release the lock to adjust gas? This seems dangerous
Not dangerous at all. It uses friction and pressure to hold throttle position, meaning you can adjust throttle at any time. The rider is in control of the throttle at all times.
For Àfrica Twin 1000L 2017 superior or inferior? Thanks
Top Kit for that bike!
it works on zontes g1x?
Reach out to us at info@atlasmoto.com with pictures of the throttle housing and grip, and we'll take a look at it and see if the ATLAS will work!
I have suzuki gsxr 1000 2020 and I see there no enough gap to install the atlas, is there a way to install it? Clear instruction?
You have to pull back the rubber grip as seen in another video we have, ua-cam.com/video/ba-Yed0cq_s/v-deo.html
what about Transalp 750 of 2023 ?
Bottom Kit or Top Kit. If no heated grips, we recommend the Bottom Kit. With OEM heated grips, the Top Kit is needed (note the OEM heated grips are often tight), and with aftermarket heated grips, you can usually install the grips the way you want to, so choose the ATLAS kit that mounts opposite of the heated grip wire (Bottom Kit if wire is up top, Top Kit if wire is on bottom).
Hey atlas make this 25 dollars for the Indian market.. you guys will be swimming in money😅
The Indian market is massive! Probably more motorcycles than people per capita. Of course, when we launch there, we'll be swimming in money as our regular price!
Didn’t fit my ‘23 Thruxton RS.
What if you use pad 1 and still don't have clearance?
Depending on your motorcycle model, you can typically pull back the rubber grip a bit to make more room for the ATLAS. Let us know what you have and we'll help out!
@@ATLASMoto i have a 2022 kawasaki z900 and there is no space to fit pad 1 and the rubber grip doesnt move
@@ahmedbadri3911 Reach out to us at info@atlasmoto.com with a few detailed pictures of the grip setup on your bike. We'll take a look at it!
I've got an earlier model with different friction pads. The current pads I'm using don't work for more than a couple hours of use before they start slipping. It's a 2016 CB500X and the example you show in the video would be "B". There is maybe 1/8" of the pad that makes contact, and it takes a very thin pad. Will the new friction pads work with the older units? I want to like this thing, and when it works the way it's supposed to, I do, but it never works the way it's supposed to for very long. I also have one on my DR650 with the same problem.
Hey! The new friction pads will work with all of the 2-button ATLAS throttle lock kits. It should work great on the CB500X and the DR650! Reach out to us at info@atlasthrottlelock.com for assistance!
Thank you this helped so much as I was just starting my install
Great to hear!
I've had the previous model. I found the paper instructions a little confusing. I'm thankful for your video ,it made it very clear how to install.
just installed on a 690 with KTM heated grips -- since there is no rubber on the throttle to fold back it actually looks "cleaner" -- wish I could upload a picture of it here
Glad you got it working, Raul! With our new number 4 friction pad, this setup works incredibly well. Our Rider Support Manager has a 2018 KTM 1090 Adventure R with your same setup, and his works incredibly well, absolutely no slip at all.
I have a bottom mount and it makes my throttle stick as my 2022 GSXS1000 has a very small gap between the throttle housing and my grip barely enough for the atlas to fit , anyway installed like this but when you turn the throttle it doesn't fully release when you let go like it did prior to install making it very dangerous as throttle sticks on just slightly on my bike. So I don't recommend for very small gaps in grip. Tried to take my throttle housing apart to see if I could increase the gap slightly but no. So no go on the 22 Suzuki gsxs1000 :(
Hey! You need to pull back the rubber grip as seen in this video: ua-cam.com/video/ba-Yed0cq_s/v-deo.html The grips are tight from factory but pulling back the flange as per the video reveals the perfect spot to mount the ATLAS!
@@ATLASMoto I just tried this and it mostly works it no longer binds on release, but the pads don’t put enough pressure to hold speed it slowly slides and slows down. I guess it’s enough to give my hand a short break. But it’s not able to keep a consistent speed unfortunately.
@@davidwillkie Hey David, please reach out to us directly at info@atlasthrottlelock.com. Our install guru will work with you on this issue and we can get you sorted out more effectively! Thanks!
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This is not the same as the one I just bought. The kit I have is not a glue on piece as far as I can tell. Seems to slip on & is mounted on black plastic which slips over the stopper arm.
The friction pads have been updated to the new slide on design! This video is several years old now. All points of install are the same except the pads. We'll soon have the new video up, but it's been delayed due to some editing issues. Reach out to us at info@atlasthrottlelock.com and we'll assist with any install issues!
I am struggling with my F800GS. I have attached the throttle lock to the higher lip that is closest to the throttle grip, which feels like what was explained here - further away from the tube, but the lock has slipped off it a few times now also while riding which caused some issues. I imagine I am doing something wrong, as many people are using it and it works. Have you got any advice to ensure the lock stays attached to the lip it's tightened to without slipping off - towards the centre if the handlebar and down into the lower part of the tube? I've tried tightening it more, but at some points it starts locking the throttle tube in place. When too tight..
Hey! Reach out to us directly at info@atlasthrottlelock.com with some detailed pictures of your specific grip and the gap in between it and the throttle housing. We'll take a look at this and get you helped out!
So I struggled with this as well, what I ended up doing was using the extra friction pads as a wedge keeping the throttle lock snug to the grip flange while I was securing it.
I have no throttoe housing or handle bar buttons, so nothing for the friction pad to rub against..... and I dont like that it rotates with the throttle. On full throttle the buttons will be facing foreward allmost where you are unable to reach them...
It rotates with the throttle so that the buttons will always be in a spot where you"re comfortable activating it with your thumb. You won't be using it at full throttle, either. It's a cruise assist, and you won't be cruising at WOT.
@@ATLASMoto ´fair point. But sadly I still can't use it on my handlebars Since there is no surface for the friction pad to rub against.... I think I will have to design and 3d print something myself... Haven't been able to find other alternatives... thinking about something like a round clamp on the handle bar, and then a ziptie style clamp with buttons to tighten and release grip on the throttle handle itself......
@@JokerInk-CustomBuilds Reach out to us at info@atlasthrottlelock.com. We'd be down to take a look at the setup and think of some alternatives. If you can email us some pics, I'm sure we can offer some ideas!
Wish it was stayed in fixed position. Moving with throttle makes it look cheap.
Moving with the throttle keeps the installation simple and keeps the buttons in reach of your thumb. It rides on the throttle tube and so will rotate with the throttle. To have it in a fixed position, it would have to mount to the throttle housing and would be an invasive and time consuming install, plus the buttons wouldn't as easily be reached with the thumb when it's time to engage it.
I followed instructions and there are two things that must be achieved when installing this style throttle lock. 1. Is it must be tight enough as to not to slip on the throttle tube without binding the tube on the handlebar. 2. The grip must provide enough backing as to not let the throttle lock push over when applied. I suppose if you could tighten the lock around the tube tight enough without binding the throttle to the handlebar then grip backing may not be necessary? This product does not work on my Road Star as intended, if I could find a metal replacement sleeve or thicker plastic one I think it would.
The ATLAS needs to be tight enough on the tube so as not to slip, but when installed properly it does not need a grip flange to support it. When installing, make sure to insert the front section of the clamp arm first, then insert the rear ratcheting portion only 2 clicks. Thread the bolt in max two turns and pull the front tab of the clamping arm against the bottom of the bolt head, then ratchet the clamping arm until all the way tight. Finally, tighten the bolt until the ATLAS is firm on the tube, but not so tight that the tube is pinched. Following the steps appropriately helps to seat the teeth and prevent overtightening or wobbling issues. Reach out to us at info@atlasthrottlelock.com for help with the Road Star!
The chrome portion of the grip has almost NOTHING to do with there not being enough room for simple installation. The black plastic grip INSIDE the chrome grip is where the Atlas locks down, and almost sticks with NO pad. With the #1 pad, actuating the lock flexes the whole throttle lock out because there is no room. The bike throttle needs disassembled, the black inside portion of the grip face shaved, to move the Atlas a little more outboard of the throttle housing. I bought the Atlas for my XVS1300T specifically because of this video. Just spent an hour in the heat, sweating my balls off, trying to get the Atlas installed correctly, and will have to modify the grip to do so.
The chrome flange needs to be moved over for the ATLAS to fit. The chrome flange "floats" on the tube and is being held in place by the rubber portion of the grip. The ATLAS will not fit and function in between the space where the chrome flange and throttle housing are. without moving the chrome flange. No disassembly of the throttle is required. We did Americade in New York just a few weeks ago and installed the ATLAS on multiple bikes with this exact throttle setup, and have been installing them on these bikes for years. Just pull on the rubber portion of the grip to get it away from the chrome flange so the flange will move. The exposed section of the tube under the chrome flange is perfect for the ATLAS with the #2 friction pad. We were installing the ATLAS on these bikes in 3 minutes.
Man.. this video either old or some shit. Mine doesn’t come with see through stoppers. Mine are solid black and don’t adhere to nothing.. I’m confused
This is an old video. The new friction pads have only been out for a month, and due to editing issues they were released ahead of the new video, which is releasing soon. The new, black pads are a slip on design as opposed to a stick on design. Their usage is covered in the instructions you received. If you have any issues with installation, reach out to us at info@atlasthrottlelock.com!
If you have a plastic throttle tube then tightening the adjustment on the throttle lock so it will hold it may cause your throttle not to return to the idle position. These work best with metal throttle tubes...
The ATLAS works great with metal throttle tubes, but also is not generally an issue with plastic tubes when the ATLAS is properly installed. Per the instructions, you need to have the ratcheting portion of the clamping arm as tight as possible by hand before tightening the mounting bolt, and just until the unit is firm on the tube. If you do not follow this important step, which helps seat the teeth properly, it is easy to overtighten and pinch the tube. If you have issues with the installation, reach out to us at info@atlasthrottlelock.com!
It depends entirely on friction against the block to the left of the throttlegrip. Barely any of it engages that block on many bikes and it won't work on lots of bikes reliably like a Honda cb300ra. Had to use it and a bar-end lock combined to get it to work.
The new friction pad we recently released helps to fix this issue. Most bikes work reliably with the old friction pad design, but the new friction pad design works even better, especially for bikes where the full surface of the pad is not in contact with the housing. The new pad retrofits to all 2 button ATLAS Throttle Lock. www.atlasthrottlelock.com/collections/parts-for-your-atlas-throttle-lock/products/atlas-hardware-pack
@David Winters only an 1/8th of an inch was touching at most and we tried increasing the size of the friction pad with shims. The whole mechanism would angle when engaging the lock, reducing the friction. If we could have put shims between the device and the grip to force it to stay vertical it might have solved the issue. It would push right at the top when engaging the device and we installed it really tight. I just bought these so we should have the latest pads. At $155ea, another $40 to fix it seems odd. Send me the pads and I'll update the review, otherwise, sending them both back.
@ATLASMoto do all ATLAS units currently being sold have the new friction pads as standard? Or do they come with the old one and the new ones are an after purchase? My throttle housing is quite small and reviews seem to be mixed on owner groups. Just wondering whether I have to order the new/ replacement pads straight out the gate.
@@wasaluki2292 All ATLAS units currently sold from us will have the brand new friction pads included. Some units sold may still have the old stick on friction pads in them, and these will have a hardware pack included with the order that will have the all new pads.
If there isn’t the correct rubber size & your TL slips because of vibration/ not enough friction put a piece of skateboard grip tape on your throttle housing. The TL rubber won’t slip. You’re welcome.
Will this work on a 2006 Harley Davidson St. glide
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What is your recommend for Suzuki GSX-R1000R 2019 ?
Top Kit for sure on that one, due to fuel tank clearance. Also check out this other video if you have the OEM, non-heated grips. ua-cam.com/video/ba-Yed0cq_s/v-deo.html
I have a 125 pcx scooter ,so would I be able to get one.
Yes! The Bottom Kit works well if you're not using heated grips. If you have heated grips (specifically, with the wire coming off the lower part of the grip), you would want the Top Kit.
Is that a bottom or top kit?
That one is a Bottom Kit.
Hallo! What do you recommended for Yamaha tracer 7 2021.I have also heated grips btw.. I don’t know if it affects.. Top kit or bottom kit?
Reach out to us at info@atlasthrottlelock.com with some pictures of the setup!