Cramp Buster Cruise Assist Standard Long Size Black

Do not buy this assuming that it is a "cruise control" for your motorcycle, as that is not its intention. The best descriptor I can think of is that this is a throttle assistant: this helps reduce the twisting force of your fingers to hold the throttle open, and transfers that force to a downwards motion of your wrist. It is an odd sensation transferring your throttle control to your wrist, but it significantly reduces hand fatigue on long rides. Be careful the first few times you ride with this assistant. Adjusting the position of the device requires you to stop to rotate away from the rider (only rotates in that direction because of device design and functionality), and if you rotate it too far, you have to rotate it completely around the throttle to get it to adjust down. Also take note of tight left hand corners (as the handlebar moves away from your right side, the natural movement will open the throttle), so practice using this device at low speed in a parking lot before heading up any winding roads). As far as sizes are concerned, the standard size fits sport and standard handlbars, but I would recommend the larger size for cruiser (and oversized) handlebars. I tried the standard size on my naked motorcycle and it fit perfectly, but was too tight on my cruiser (felt like it was going to break if used).

I'd bought this because I'd been having some problems with numbness in my throttle hand that would start about a half hour into any highway trip. I'm sure it was from the constant pressure of squeezing the grip and maintaining "twist pressure" on the throttle in a pretty fixed position for too long. I'd been thinking about making the purchase for a few months, but then I tripped outside doing some yard work and fell pretty hard, using both my hands on the ground to catch myself. Within a few days I started having severe symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome in both hands. Numbness/tingling in my hands during the day that would pass if I would flex my arms and hands a little, but then pain/numbness/tingling while I was sleeping at night from my elbows to my finger tips that was so bad it would wake me up. Riding the bike at all brought on the numbness so fast I started thinking it wouldn't be so safe to ride until I got this situation addressed, but I went ahead and ordered the CrampBuster to see if it would help. The appliance is super-easy to mount. Positioning the device is hit or miss until you get a feel for it, and it's probably not a good idea to adjust it while you're riding, as the adjustment requires you to roll off the throttle in order to advance the setting. Since I only use it on the highway, I've found that I can make adjustments as long as there is no traffic behind me that would be affected by my suddenly slowing down. I roll off the throttle, tweak the CrampBuster, and wick the throttle right back up. No, I don't pull in the clutch because I don't have one - I ride a big scooter with a CVT transmission. Anyway, postioning becomes second nature pretty quickly, and I seldom have to tweak anymore. If you dont' need it, it's very simple to rotate it out of the way so that you don't even know it's there. Now, does it work? Okay, I was hoping for total relief of my numbness and tingling in my throttle hand before I fell and injured my wrists, but I'd have been willing to settle for enough relief to at least ride a half hour or so without the symptoms. I wasn't getting that. It was like the CrampBuster was putting pressure on exactly the wrong spot. When the numbmess would hit a scant 10 minutes into a highway ride, I could at least sort of hang my thumb off the device until the numbness would subside, but I didn't really have my hand on the grip then, and my fingers were pretty far away from the front brake lever if I should have needed to use it in a hurry. About a week after I bought and installed it, I managed a 280 mile day, but it wasn't fun. As time went on, though, the symptoms subsided, and I started being able to use the CrampBuster as intended. Yesterday I went about 300 miles, more than five hours in the saddle, using the CrampBuster almost the entire time. It wasn't until I got home and was unpacking that it occurred to me that I didn't have a single instance of numbness on the entire trip. I think buying it right after I hurt my wrists made me have some unfair expectations. As my inflammation subsided, the true benefit of the CrampBuster started shining through. It's definitely a great value and does exactly what I need it to do. Just have a little patience as you get used to using it.

A darn simple design but works marvelously. Inexpensive and useful, makes a big difference in hand comfort and numbness on longer rides, allowing you to relax your throttle hand, even stretching some, without releasing the throttle. It seems a bit flimsy but has held up so far.

THE best option if your bike does not have cruise control. I have tried throttle locks, but they only seem to work on very large engines. If you have a mid or smaller bike, then you will get a lot of speed variation depending on your terrain. Also, you can use this when in traffic or on the twisties and it still provides relief for your throttle hand. My Goldwing has cruise, and I still have the Cramp Buster installed for when I don't want to or can't use cruise. I find the narrower one more comfortable as I prefer to run my on the inside instead of the outside of the throttle. WORTH EVERY PENNY!!!

This is a really nice accessory for those times when you a riding in a calm, non-aggressive manner. Droning on for miles on the highway or slow cruising through the country. Cheap and effective. I used one on an FJR 1300 during a 4000 mile trip through Canada. Made a huge difference in my overall fatigue level. It's not cruise control but it definitely helps. I do not recommend this item for: new riders, spirited riding or riding in heavy traffic/urban settings. Luckily, it is easy enough to rotate out of the way or simply remove.

Easy to install. Works great!

Helps distress grip and arm muscles when cruising and ideal for my Goldwing which is a cruiser type motorcycle. Way easier to ride 6-8 hours with a crampbuster. My grips are huge. I can put this near the end of my grip so as to slip my hand toward it and control the throttle with the part of my hand under the ring and pinky finger (and be able to relax all the fingers whike keeping them close to grip down if needed)...or slide my hand left to control the throttle without it. Others may like to control the throttle with the part of the hand under the thumb. It is adjustable.

I have a sport-tourer without cruise control. This device is pretty good for relaxing your grip while droning down the highway. However, it is nothing but "in the way" while riding the canyon roads that I love. It can be rotated to be out of the way, but you have to stop to do it safely. It's a tradeoff...

Does the job with a minimal fuss. Nothing to screw up with this.

Best thing ever !

The cramp buster is a simple piece of plastic that does the job of giving your hand a break and lets the side of your palm operate the twist throttle, on your motorcycle. It’s very very flexible, for easy installation. It’s easily adjustable to your desired position, by rotating it easily backwards. But when you rotate it forward, it tightens down on the throttle grip and turns the throttle. It works great for me and worth the price! Great for around the city or highway cruising. No more hand cramps!

Instructions are to slide onto the end of your bars, I have brush guards so went the open up and force on. Not that easy but they never snapped. I ended up put on the inside and at road speeds use my thumb and rest my fingers. I have carpel tunnel and find my hand gets pins and needles if riding a long way, Rode 100km today and had no problems except my thumb getting a little stiff =) When going off road I just slide where when I stand up I dont hit the lever. I will start with 4 stars as you just cant adjust riding along that well.

Product works as described.