Cruise Control Installation
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From: Pearland, Texas
bigbill
I have been doing all upgrades myself, just get a table and lay everything out and follow instructions, make sure you put that tiny c-clamp on end of thottle cable. I also agree about the small brass in your grip, I got lucky and found mine every time I dropped mine. Had a little trouble with re-installing the ignition switch. I love it. It lets me change to different positions while riding long distance. 06 Electra Glide
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From: Roswell, GA
A cable from the cruise module in the kit provides the mechanical connection to the throttle. The module mounts under the left side cover; there is an electrical connector already on your bike there that plugs into the module.
It's also a good idea to buy a couple extra of the tiny "C" clips that attach the cruise cable to the throttle. The kit will provide the part no. and they are cheap insurance against having to hunt for the one from the kit if it is dropped when installing.
Unless you already know how to remove and reinstall the ignition, remove the fairing cap and install a switch in it, remove the handlebar switches without damaging the front brake switch, etc. you should buy the Service Manual IMO.
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I am in the middle of the cruise install on an '07 FLHX, I am trying to route the cruise cable and may have run into a snag. According to the instructions I am supposed to "feed the cruise control cable through the hole in frame crossmember plate." There are two holes in the frame one is round and the other is a larger half moon shaped hole. The larger opening is blocked by a metal plate (which has speed clamps on it) that I installed when I put on the mid-frame deflectors. It seems that the black plastic piece on the end of the cruise cable will not fit through the smaller hole. Any suggestions.
As always, thanks!
As always, thanks!
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From: Whidbey Island Wa.
I did mine a month ago its easy if you due per inst. Its basically a plug and go. and watch out for the little brass cable keepers. They like to jump. and the c clip can do the disappearance act faster than you can blink. But its ease.
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From: Broadview Heights, OH
I installed cruise on my '07 SG soon after I bought it. Didn't have heat shields on the bike, so I don't know about the clearance issue around the plates. I would do it again, but you'll definitely want the manuals (including the electrical) handy for reference. The '08's and later look to be truly plug and play, looking at the picture in the MoCO catalog.
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From: Left Ohio for the middle of no where in Fla.
I did the install on my 05 FLHTCI in April. I agree, the service manual and taking your time are your friend. I was prepared for the brass throttle keepers, after fixing a throttle cable problem on my Sporty.
My problem was in August, the bike started popping the "IGN" fuse. I instantly went to the new right hand switch housing (FSM schematic to the rescue). The "Start" wire got pinched, and it took three months for it to eventaully short out. The wire bundle slipped out of the handlebar indentation. Looking back, routing that wiring was a PITA, I thought I had it right and didn't.
IMO, the control to EFI cable didn't route to the throttle assy. as easy as I thought it would.
Suggestion, look at everything especially openings and for clearance before you start. In my case the previous owner had used the control hole in the frame for extra light wiring.
I love having cruise
Ride Safe,
My problem was in August, the bike started popping the "IGN" fuse. I instantly went to the new right hand switch housing (FSM schematic to the rescue). The "Start" wire got pinched, and it took three months for it to eventaully short out. The wire bundle slipped out of the handlebar indentation. Looking back, routing that wiring was a PITA, I thought I had it right and didn't.
IMO, the control to EFI cable didn't route to the throttle assy. as easy as I thought it would.
Suggestion, look at everything especially openings and for clearance before you start. In my case the previous owner had used the control hole in the frame for extra light wiring.
I love having cruise
Ride Safe,
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I am in the middle of the cruise install on an '07 FLHX, I am trying to route the cruise cable and may have run into a snag. According to the instructions I am supposed to "feed the cruise control cable through the hole in frame crossmember plate." There are two holes in the frame one is round and the other is a larger half moon shaped hole. The larger opening is blocked by a metal plate (which has speed clamps on it) that I installed when I put on the mid-frame deflectors. It seems that the black plastic piece on the end of the cruise cable will not fit through the smaller hole. Any suggestions.
As always, thanks!
As always, thanks!
In the CC kit is a clamp for the cable that IIRC clips neatly into a small hole in the frame. It isn't really a clamp but a small opening to channel the cable away from the engine and/or exhaust pipe along the frame. This small clamp was discarded after installing the deflectors, as the left side used this hole for mounting. It had its own clamp (different) in the kit that attached with the same small bolt that helps hold the left deflector to the frame.
Last edited by iclick; Oct 21, 2008 at 10:36 PM.