Kaoko Cruise Control

[burnettd]

A few weeks ago, my riding partner bought a Kaoko Cruise Control unit for his BMW GS1200 from Andrew at www.adventurersworkshop.com. It basically operates as a throttle lock with a friction nut that is used to apply pressure to the throttle tube, there by holding the throttle in the open position.

I contacted Andrew (Adventurersworkshop)and Roy @ Kaoko Ltd www.kaoko.com to inquire if they had a cruise control for the V Strom 1000 and 650. Both indicated that Kaoko was in the process of producing one for the V Strom. Roy indicated that he needed to obtain some information on the V Strom produced for sale in the US. I sent Roy and Andrew photos of my 2004 V Strom 1000 and some measurements.

Roy produced a version of the Kaoko Cruise Control that works for both the 1000 and the 650. I had the pleasure of testing the first unit sent to the US. Roy produced a quality product that functions well, took approximately 5 minutes to install, and works on all V Strom (with or without hand guards).

I highly recommend this product and recommend that anyone wishing to purchase the Kaoko Cruise Control to contact Andrew at www.adventurersworkshop.com. Andrew is a good guy to work with. Photos of this product can be found on Andrew’s web site or at Kaoko Ltd @ www.kaoko.com.

Anyone interested in contacting me regarding this product, feel free to PM me or e-mail me @ burnettd@starstream.net.

Thanks

Dan

[subagon]

Can you tell me if this works with the Suzuki factory hand guards of the DL650?

TIA

Mike
Tampa, FL
DL650K5

[burnettd]

If the 650 hand guard attaches the same as the 1000 at the bar end weight, I don't see why not.

Andrew's web site has photos and Roy built the Kaoko Cruise Control to work on the 1000 and the 650.

Photos are available at http://11109.rapidforum.com/ which is another V Strom Forum. Look under "Handlebars" and "Kaoko Cruise Control".

You can see how the Kaoko cruise Control looks on my bike and if you visit Andrew's site there are photos of the cruise control for the 1000 and the 650.

Hope this helps

Dan

[p7m8jg]

How much are these? THe posted prices are in "Rands" whatever that is....

Sure looks simplistic and intriguing - better than having to somehow fit those otherones...

[burnettd]

p7m8jg

Go to Andrew's web site @ www.adventurersworkshop.com

He is the US distributor pf Kaoko products.

Kaoko Ltd. is located in Africa so that may be why you saw "Rands"

Andrew is selling the cruise control for $95.95.

Thanks

Dan

Thanks! I went to the web & ordered one. Looking forward to trying it out when its comes...

[p7m8jg]

Throttle control received :D

Installed in quick order
works as advertised.
neat, compact, doesn't alter the look of the handlebars (by much).

Nicely done.

Throttle control received :D

Installed in quick order
works as advertised.
neat, compact, doesn't alter the look of the handlebars (by much).

Nicely done.

Was wondering how you like the new throttle control? Was also wondering about the construction. Hard to tell from the photo, is it plastic or metal and how would you rate the over all sturdiness?

Thanks,

Donna
IBA# 23120
ST # 484
04 Suzuki DL650 Black of course
98 BMW F-650 Red of course
89 Honda Hawk 650 GT Blue of course

Coming Soon:
78 R100/7

All that is gold does not glitter, Not all those who wander are lost. J.R.R. Tolkien

I love it.

It feels substantial. I'm sure the knob that turns is metal. My impression is that its entirely metal, but the bar end might be plastic.

Does as advertised - once you tighten it the throttle is held where you want. You can adjust it up or down, or in a panic situation turn the throttle any way you want even though the control is "on" (tight).


Simple. Inexpensive Effective. Just sits there until I need it and looks like stock. My kinda accessory.

John

[p7m8jg]

Did I say "krako? I meant whatever the name is. It works.

[WRichStrom]

I purchased a Kaoko control for my DL1000 and it does not fit onto my bar end, it is slightly larger diameter. When I look at Throttlemeister they make a throttle control for the '02 and '03 DL1000. So I think there is some slight difference for the '04 and '05.

I did contact Adventurer's Workshop and they said they would refund my money after I sent it back. I sent it back and two months later have not seen the refund so I caution if you have the DL1000 '04 and later with the Kaoko throttle control.

I was very impressed though with the throttle control, it was very solid and appeared to be very well made.

[RubberDown]

I did contact Adventurer's Workshop and they said they would refund my money after I sent it back. I sent it back and two months later have not seen the refund so I caution if you have the DL1000 '04 and later with the Kaoko throttle control.


Did you contact Andrew and see why they didn't refund your money?

I have the Kaoko throttle lock on my 2005 DL650 with factory handguards and it fits fine. Did they send you the right throttle lock, the one made for V-Strom's that have handguards?

http://adventurersworkshop.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=AWI&Product_Code=KAOKO_VS1000

[WRichStrom]

Yes I have sent several message to Adventurer's Workshop although I have not been able to connect with them directly via telephone.

No question about the fit on the DL650. The issue I believe is that the DL1000 '04 and '05 model handlebar inside diameter dimension appear to be slightly smaller than '02 and '03.

For example Throttlemeister makes a throttle control for the '02 and '03 DL1000 but not '04 and '05, yet the throttle control is available for '02 through '05 DL650. :?:

Again I believe the Kaoko throttle control appears to be very well made. I just did not fit my '04 DL1000 stock handlebar tube. This is after the handguards and end weight were removed which is very easy to complete.

[GGRJR]

I purchased mine about a month and a half ago. Had no issues with fit. Worrked excellent on a 800 mile round trip. The reason Throttlemeister doesn't have a cruise for the later models is the hand guards attach to the bar end.

[xbeemerfool]

I'm looking at the Throttlemeister vs the Kaoke (sp?) Has anyone had the experience of putting full ralley guards on the bike with either one of these units?? I'd like the more substantial protection of full guards vs the stock handguards. :?:

[p7m8jg]

I'm looking at the Throttlemeister vs the Kaoke (sp?) Has anyone had the experience of putting full ralley guards on the bike with either one of these units?? I'd like the more substantial protection of full guards vs the stock handguards. :?:

Search the forums - if I remember right, the DL1000 version of the cruise conrol works on the DL650 with the Suzuki handguards.

I had the DL650 model & just put Suzuki handguards on, so I took the cruise control off. Maybe after tax return I'll buy the DL1000 so I can put it back on with my handguards in place.

[southforkspeedster]

Has any one used the Kaoko with factory hand gaurds and the Suzuki factory heated grips??

SFS

[pilgrim]

Has any one used the Kaoko with factory hand gaurds and the Suzuki factory heated grips??

SFS

I have a similar question: Has anyone installed the Kaoko Throttle Lock with Hot Grips and were there any issues?

Thanks .. pilgrim

[Traveler]

Has any one used the Kaoko with factory hand gaurds and the Suzuki factory heated grips??

SFS

I have a similar question: Has anyone installed the Kaoko Throttle Lock with Hot Grips and were there any issues?

Thanks .. pilgrim
Add one with an identickle question: Kaoko+HotGrips= OK?
Terry

[bunner bob]

Has any one used the Kaoko with factory hand gaurds and the Suzuki factory heated grips??

SFS

Apparently - no. Or at least it won't work out of the box for me. Apparently on the '07 (at least) there is a pin in the throttle sleeve that registers it in a certain spot on the handlebar. In that position the throttle tube (of the OEM heated grips_ does not extend past the end of the handlebar tube, leaving the Kaoko nothing to grip on. And you can't just slide it out as the installation instructions suggest, because there's a pin in the throttle sleeve.

The only solutions I can think of are 1) get rid of the pin (not at all thrilled about that idea); 2) drill another hole right next to the existing hole in the handlebar (on a slippery metal tube - upside down...no thanks) or 3) find some washers to slip in between the Kaoko and end of throttle tube to artificially "extend" the throttle tube. I'm going to hit the hardware store tomorrow to see what I can find. It's gotta be bigger than the handlebar, but not too wide (or at least not too ugly).

I am emailing Kaoko now...

- Bob

[bunner bob]

Found a lovely 7/8" inside-diameter galvanized-dipped (shiny) washer that works perfectly. If only it wasn't so damn shiny and ugly.

Have to hunt around and see if I can find some black plastic or nylon to make my own.

- Bob

[bunner bob]

Just heard back from Roy at Kaoko. He's going to whip up a black spacer for me to try (and send it to me from Zaire, or wherever the heck he is).

Very impressive.

The Kaoko looks gorgeous on the bike - will look even better once I have the right spacer.

- bob

[Scratch]

Has any one used the Kaoko with factory hand gaurds and the Suzuki factory heated grips??

SFS

Might be apples & oranges, but:

The April 2007 issue of Motorcycle Consumer News has a product review of the 'Wrist Rest' bar end throttle lock sold by Bob's BMW.

The reviewer owns an R1200GS, and states in the article that he first had a Kaoko throttle lock, but found that when the grip heaters were on the high setting, the rubber grip expanded to the point that it interfered with the operation of the Kaoko.

[bunner bob]

I had the same problem with the Throttlemeister on my K1100RS. Just requires a little adjustment to compensate. I believe the spacer is going to contact the plastic parts beneath the rubber, and not the rubber itself, so hopefully the problem will be less.

- Bob