Sensitive throttle by wire
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If you happen to be running a Powervision tuner (maybe some others too?) you can use it to adjust the sensitivity.
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I am experiencing the exact same thing that you described! I would love to know your solution. I also have Kury grips, but unlike a previous poster, my throttle is still touchy. I have gotten used to it and am now very light on the throttle when I see imperfections coming; which helps greatly.
I've had this problem on every bar replacement with TBW. Some were HD bars, others were aftermarket but always the same problem. For me it has more to do with how snug the grip is on the bar itself. On one set of bars I wrapped one layer of electrical tape on the bar and then slipped the grip over it. That added enough tension on the grip so it wasn't so sensitive without binding it up. But it only worked on that particular bar. On another set of bars I pulled the controls up the bar as far as I could. That helped to 'pull' the grip onto the bar and keep tension on it, that firmed it up. For some reason other bars were a lost cause and I learned to live with it. Very aggravating.
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Joined: Nov 2007
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From: Houston, Texas
How much have you ridden with the new set up? With all the changes, it's going to be different. Are you thinking about it too much and just overly sensitive to it. It may be just be a matter of your muscle memory needing to be changed too. I bet a few more rides where you adjust to the new grips and bars and aren't thinking about them anymore, your throttle problems will go away.
I had a similar issue after my RKC had been in the shop for a very long time. After riding the limited for a long time, then getting back on the RKC, I had similar throttle issues and nothing had changed in the bars or grips. After burning a couple of tanks of gas, I didn't even think about it or notice it anymore.
The TBW system will throw a code if there is a problem. Before I would start making modifications, ride the crap out of it for a couple of weeks and see if you still feel the same way.
I had a similar issue after my RKC had been in the shop for a very long time. After riding the limited for a long time, then getting back on the RKC, I had similar throttle issues and nothing had changed in the bars or grips. After burning a couple of tanks of gas, I didn't even think about it or notice it anymore.
The TBW system will throw a code if there is a problem. Before I would start making modifications, ride the crap out of it for a couple of weeks and see if you still feel the same way.
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Joined: May 2012
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From: illinois
its because of your new grips and bars it happened to me. it also happened when I had my bike dyno tested again after my cams. just stop being a sally
btw I think its mostly in your head like it was mine
btw I think its mostly in your head like it was mine
Also, I don't make a point of going over dips, bumps or "pebbles".
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From: Memphis
Originally Posted by EdwardK
How much have you ridden with the new set up? With all the changes, it's going to be different. Are you thinking about it too much and just overly sensitive to it. It may be just be a matter of your muscle memory needing to be changed too. I bet a few more rides where you adjust to the new grips and bars and aren't thinking about them anymore, your throttle problems will go away.
I had a similar issue after my RKC had been in the shop for a very long time. After riding the limited for a long time, then getting back on the RKC, I had similar throttle issues and nothing had changed in the bars or grips. After burning a couple of tanks of gas, I didn't even think about it or notice it anymore.
The TBW system will throw a code if there is a problem. Before I would start making modifications, ride the crap out of it for a couple of weeks and see if you still feel the same way.
I had a similar issue after my RKC had been in the shop for a very long time. After riding the limited for a long time, then getting back on the RKC, I had similar throttle issues and nothing had changed in the bars or grips. After burning a couple of tanks of gas, I didn't even think about it or notice it anymore.
The TBW system will throw a code if there is a problem. Before I would start making modifications, ride the crap out of it for a couple of weeks and see if you still feel the same way.
Originally Posted by mainboom150
its because of your new grips and bars it happened to me. it also happened when I had my bike dyno tested again after my cams. just stop being a sally
btw I think its mostly in your head like it was mine
btw I think its mostly in your head like it was mine
Thanks everyone for the input. If riding the crap out of it for a bit doesn't work, I'll try some of the other suggestions.
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From: Idaho
Interesting thread.
I've got the same problem with mine. I do motor cop type training classes, with tight cone patterns. My Dyna was much, much easier to maintain a 1,200-1,500 rpm while slipping the clutch. This TBW is a bitch. Well, ok, fine, the extra 200 pounds isn't helping...
The hydraulic clutch took some getting used to, but I don't even think about that any more. I'll check to see if there's a throttle sensitivity adjustment through the SEPST.
I've got the same problem with mine. I do motor cop type training classes, with tight cone patterns. My Dyna was much, much easier to maintain a 1,200-1,500 rpm while slipping the clutch. This TBW is a bitch. Well, ok, fine, the extra 200 pounds isn't helping...
The hydraulic clutch took some getting used to, but I don't even think about that any more. I'll check to see if there's a throttle sensitivity adjustment through the SEPST.