So the wife has a trike and I have a LRST, both are stage 2. So both has a 1:1 throttle... Perfectly fine.

The wife got a new 25 Street Bob 117 VVT. She is getting used to 2 wheels, I have been riding it to get break in miles done and already at 1000 mile service. The throttle is sensitive as hell.. No getting around it.

So not the whole throttle range, just cracking it open. SUPER sensitive. Even the riding modes, sport, road, rain.... Yes they change throttle responce... But not the throttle opening... Just super touchy.

Am I the only one? Anyone else think this, or have issues with throttle? I've had a few 100 miles... It's real.

 

I have a 2025 Low Rider S and as I noticed during my tests of various new models, the new throttle grip is indeed very sensitive.
The return spring is already softer and requires less effort to turn, and the response is immediate from the very first millimeter of rotation.
In sport mode, this can generate jerkiness, especially in town when you're constantly accelerating and cutting the throttle.
I'm starting to get used to it after 1000 miles. It requires a flexible wrist, not gripping the handlebars too tightly or holding the grip firmly, and also having a good riding position.
The Low Rider S isn't very ergonomically suited for taller riders, and I'm not always very comfortable riding it, which, in my opinion, amplifies the issue.
Once I've made the necessary adjustments to get a good riding position, I think I'll be able to better control the throttle.
I think the first thing to do is make sure you're properly positioned and that the brake and clutch levers are at the right height for easier operation.
I mainly use sport mode on highways where you don't have to constantly cut the throttle.
Road mode suits me well most of the time, and I can manage acceleration and deceleration effectively. I often use rain mode in the city.
Otherwise, I wonder if this issue could perhaps be mitigated with some fine tuning...

 

I’m pretty sure none of the ‘25 Softail models have VVT.

 

Yes, I forgot to mention it, but that doesn't change anything about the overly sensitive throttle grip...

 

Take it back to the dealer, they should be able to calibrate the throttle sensitivity.

 

I addressing the originator of the thread.

 

They are touchy.You must use the clutch with care starting from a stop.

 

No problem I did understand that, my response wasn't meant to be offensive to you.

 

We know that Big Al. You are the nicest Frenchman in here …. LOL

 

Tell that to my Street Bob that is VVT... New Lowriders are VVT... 121s and 117s.