Fitting the Atlas Throttle Lock on my Royal Enfield Meteor 350.

Fitting the Atlas Throttle Lock on my Royal Enfield Meteor 350
How to, and how not to, fit the Atlas Throttle Lock; an alternative to Cruise Control. This is an absolute beginner's experience of fitting this device, there's some trial and a fair bit of error.
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[@porter5877]

This is not the kind of utuber i generally watch but ,instantly likable and chilled, absolute natural....

[@restdayrider]

Well, thank you! 😊

[@britfin007]

Loved the video, although a bit long. I like that you left all the setbacks and head scratching in the video, like real life (or my life). Keep it up! 👋👋👋

[@KarelSlajstubextra]

Hi Charlie, thanks for this vid, Got It, looking forward to try it on my upcoming trip 👍🤙🙏

[@advredbikes]

I love the making the tea bit, when it said " only two minutes to install". Once installed I think it is brilliant, it saves my hands gripping the throttle all the time. Great video, thank you.

[@patrickmurray8304]

the guy martin technique " id love a cup of tea "

[@regk9077]

Great video complete with a couple of laughs. Love your riding shades!👍

[@drost582]

Charlie, you are to hard on yourself. You are doing an amazing job at this. Very few people can do the on camera videos and then you the fact that you are learning this for the first time! Remarkable person and never forget it!

[@restdayrider]

Thank you so much Ken.

[@brettisabeth3349]

That's pretty cool😊

[@dimsandwich]

Top video, made me smile and helped me out! What more could I ask for. Well done Charlie

[@restdayrider]

Glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@amazonzilbra1]

Wonderful. Thanks so much for your video!

[@michaeloconnell7132]

Simple but effective device. Keep em coming, you make it look so easy.

[@restdayrider]

I'm not sure you're watching the same channel if you think I make it look easy. 😂 Thank you though!

[@kymstock1852]

Without doubt electronic cruise control is great for long boring highway rides. I had it on my Tiger 800 and it worked as well as any car system. I have been using a simple throttle rocker attachment on my DRZ400, but it requires that I always have my palm placing press on it. This unit looks to be a viable alternative.

[@nigeltankard6977]

Another great test of your equipment

[@davidtiddy6881]

Great vid, many thanks.

[@johncrawford2304]

Was a great help watching this while fitting mine, much appreciated

[@restdayrider]

Glad it helped. 😊

[@lyndapayne6716]

Love your videos Charlie. Keep up the good work 👏

[@restdayrider]

Thank you. 😊

[@just.my.2cents]

LOL imagine a French Canadian reading those instructions...had a blast with your review of instructions/installation. Thx for sharing. JP

[@restdayrider]

Thank you JP. 😊

[@steveh100]

Brilliant, looked at one of these a while back but couldn't see anything to explain the fitting or how they worked, I was a bit skeptical of getting one but it seems to do the trick. Nice camera work.

[@stubbornoldman]

Can only find a suitable word for this and it is brilliant!

[@restdayrider]

Thank you 😊

[@davidmolyneaux5062]

Just fitted the Aliexpress version after seeing you use yours, what a faff lol! Fiddling in the garage for over an hour 🙂 Hope it works I ride an older Ducati and get a tingling after a while so hoping it will allow me to cruise while flexing my right hand.

[@roybowes2217]

Fantastic, 👍

[@Metadas]

When in doubt "Break out the buttons" :) Love it

[@johngiorgini6813]

Great video! Just got my meteor same as yours until i saw this video hadn't thought about a throttle lock, did get a helmet lock you'd be surprised at what people will seal hope to get my crash bars and paniers installed tomorrow. whish the fenders and tank were chromed like the clastic oh well i need the forward controls my old knees don't bend like they used to. MLR

[@restdayrider]

Glad it was of some help. 🙂

[@mattdrat3087]

Best way to learn is to not be afraid of trying!

[@restdayrider]

Then I have got it nailed!

[@George1966ism]

"Well, that's off." :) I was thinking about getting such a thing after a review of it in another video. Now that you showed me how it is done, it is going to be this one. Thx, ride safely.

[@restdayrider]

Glad I could help! 😊

[@bikerdash27]

Brilliant gadget ! 🥰

[@restdayrider]

It worked so well. 😊

[@johngiorgini6813]

Great video really enjoy your videos!

[@restdayrider]

Thank you John. 😊

[@gbsirio]

Good video and nice music at the end

[@restdayrider]

Thank you. 😊

[@davidreed6817]

Classic quotes, Yep that's off! Too many flanges!! (up north that means only one thing lol). Chocolate Buttons, yum yum. Brilliant.

[@robanderson9451]

Awesome video only just came across your channel and it’s a big thumbs up, keep up the great work your a natural, Rob.

[@restdayrider]

Thank you Rob. 😊

[@robanderson9451]

@@restdayrider your welcome and thank you 🙏 just watched you practicing your tyre repair… brilliant…. Brilliant I’m hooked lol so may have to get comfy to watch some more… you are a a natural… big thumbs up 👍

[@callummcintosh9498]

Glad you did this video, initially not because I wanted to be shown how to fit it! Me man, no need instruction!!!! I saw you mention this in one of your videos and missed what it was called, now I know, also, pmsl that you said you also like to work out how things fit. Also some good tips, especially about the friction pad. P.s. you can never have too many flanges. Lol.

[@restdayrider]

I beg to differ Callum, there were far too many flanges to be useful on this installation! 😊

[@Motoccino]

Amazing videos there Ma'am, you've got a very unique vibe to your videos, much love from Bangalore, India.

[@restdayrider]

Thank you!

[@geoffballe8766]

You did great girl, keep them coming

[@restdayrider]

Thank you!

[@Eastsussexbiker]

Well done Mrs

[@jimamccracken5783]

Self taught lessons are the best ever.

[@Gun-tf8pc]

Dangereux !

[@davidburnside2944]

T handle Allen and torx bits are much easier for my hands to manipulate.

[@MrTomYeoman]

Cheers for this. I think I might treat myself to one, being an old geezer with clip-ons and permanently sore shoulders.

[@the.just.able.biker67]

Flippin' heck!!! £125!!! I could've made you one of these from a jubilee clip and a couple of self tapping screws. You'd probably end up in a hedge right enough, but you'd have saved some money and given us all a good laugh in the process 🤣

[@restdayrider]

As long as the hedge is made out of cotton wool and bubble wrap I'd probably give it a go anyway.😏

[@the.just.able.biker67]

@@restdayrider 😂😂😂👍

[@handyjayes1]

Ridiculous price for a thin bit of steel. Wouldn't give the greedy company my money on principle

[@iangriff50]

Hay guys if it works it works for a reason money has been spent in testing and developing it so it’s safe to use. You should know the old adage, ‘Don’t knock it till you’ve tried it’. It’s the best one that I’ve seen. Keep going with the videos really enjoy watching them, mistakes too😁👍

[@ohwell2790]

@@iangriff50 not safe!

[@XenaTheQuadCamBikah]

Good job, this thing is definitely a bit fiddly to install. Love the video. How has it been working out for you and have you used it on a long trip? I put one on today but it’s chilly here near Boston MA so no test run yet.

[@PeterPan-iz1kk]

Good fun! 😀You *could* also use a shred of an old bicycle tube, wrap it between the grip and its adjacent piece on the handlebars, and tie it just as hard as it takes to keep the twist grip from returning. Or, even return slowly, if you prefer that. No need to switch it on or off. It just works. I've used that simple system for many years, and it's quite safe, simple - and cheap. ;-) Has helped me a lot on my longer trips.

[@TheAncientBiker]

It does mean having to physically return the throttle to tick over though, no spring back.

[@PeterPan-iz1kk]

@@TheAncientBiker Yes, it does. And it works very well too. As I mentioned, I've not had any problems with that solution for over 30 years and many, many thousands of miles. It just works. ;-)

[@sheilabiker1169]

@@PeterPan-iz1kk My late husband used to do the same! He used to use old motorcycle inner tubes; he would use sections cut from these for almost everything. If it moved and it shouldn't, it got the band-cut-from-an-inner-tube treatment. I've never had the nerve to try them on the throttle though, although now I've got an arthritic right thumb, it's starting to appeal more....

[@PeterPan-iz1kk]

@@sheilabiker1169 Cool! OK, you should try it! BTW, if you need company to ride with, I'd be there. Planning on going to the Isle of Man next autumn to see the Classic TT races there. All the best! 🙂 Mort

[@sheilabiker1169]

@@PeterPan-iz1kk Ah, I did the Manx GP a few years ago, brilliant fun! Less busy than the TT but still fantastic biking. Enjoy!

[@alain7338]

Hello if I understood correctly tea is the key to everything😀✌️🇨🇵

[@restdayrider]

It's absolutely is! Can't beat a good Cuppa! ☕

[@ohwell2790]

Have been ridding from the age of 16 and now 78, would never recommend a throttle lock, dangerous. Do enjoy your videos. Keep it up and your channel will grow.

[@restdayrider]

Thank you, I found the throttle lock very good to be honest, you wouldn't rely on it but it was helpful to stretch hands. Worst case, dip the clutch! 😊

[@billcotton1551]

It looks like it fits the bike perfectly.

[@restdayrider]

It really does, and has proven very helpful in my recent 1300 mile Tour.

[@handyjayes1]

That would be so much better if it was fixed to switch gear side as then it would always be in the correct user friendly position

[@timohagedoorn9947]

Bit to expensive for me, but it wil give you comfort on your trip.

[@timsatch9198]

Excellent and very understandable. Seen these very briefly mentioned before, but watching you get your head around it and fit it made the whole system very easy to understand. Hope there are some updates on how it's working out for you. As a Brit living overseas, I love the endless tea drinking.

[@restdayrider]

Thank you! And who doesn't love endless Tea! 😊

[@ernier9033]

@@restdayrider Coffee addicts like me….🍀

[@weemark67]

Seen and used link. Not available for Meteor. Just wondered, if it was just. Universal fit, you purchased Charlie. Keen on getting for Bumble. Cheers.

[@weemark67]

Oh, I got the Oxford heated grips, too.

[@restdayrider]

Universal Fit Mark. 😊

[@gasman6163]

🙂

[@bobf711]

Top work there Charlie. On the actual fitment, could it be that the friction pad ought to have gone on the opposite side, i.e. the side nearest to the throttle? It looked to me like the way you assembled it you have it on the opposite side, where there wouldn't be any friction assuming the body stayed still on the bar, as you might assume it should?

[@bobf711]

Scratch that - just seen on their website that it's meant to move with the throttle to remain in an' ergonomic position'. That'll teach me...

[@restdayrider]

😂

[@ChadWinters]

I'm curious how useful it is. Electronic cruise control adjusts the throttle as the road goes up and down. This would just hold the throttle at a set point. Seems like it would only work on very flat roads

[@restdayrider]

It needs a little adjustment up and down hills, but still works well. 😊

[@Tatlock57]

Loving your videos, keep up the good work, next time you're going to Bikers Cove let me know, I'll buy you a Coffee. 🍮

[@restdayrider]

Thanks Robert. 😊

[@ejakeway]

Tried looking thru the comments for any updates and didn’t see any. Wanted to ask after having it for a few months how did you like it? Did it ever become annoying? Was reaching for the starter\kill switch any more difficult? I plan to get one for my classic 350 this summer before I go on a 2 hour trip one way.

[@restdayrider]

Hi, I still think it's a great addition, and have had no issues with it and have used it lots on long journeys. It hasn't interfered with the start / kill at all. It's pricey, but really saves on hand ache. 😊

[@mick1583]

£233 from Amazon ☹☹ £44 from AliExpress 🙂🙂

[@vincenzorossiello7081]

Bel esempio di una donna molto pratica. Personalmente penso che il dispositivo sia tecnicamente pericoloso perche' si basa sull'attrito che puo' variare con il caldo o l'umidita'. Io non lo userei. Complimenti per i tuoi video!!!

[@restdayrider]

Ciao, grazie. ho usato il dispositivo per periodi molto brevi ed è stato fantastico solo per poter allungare le mani. 😊

[@gerry9359]

Hi Charlie, how much was the throttle lock, and where did you get it from as I'm interested in getting one for my GS

[@restdayrider]

www.atlasthrottlelock.com/ Pricey, but worth it in my opinion.

[@gerry9359]

@Rest Day Rider Cheers, Charlie, your channel is great. I really enjoy your adventures. Keep it going, young lady 👌 and thank you for your great work in the ambulance service.

[@restdayrider]

Thank you. 😊

[@frankfeely9235]

Hey Bert, how can I make my metal disk with friction pad and clamp seem more high tech? Well Bob, I like to insert the word "flange"..... yeah that'll do nicely.

[@restdayrider]

Literally That! 🤣

[@ed1chandler]

Are those the official Royal Enfield bar end mirrors? If so, what do you think?

[@restdayrider]

They are Tec ones, they are very good quality.

[@restdayrider]

There is a link in the Vlog info.

[@FormerMPSGT]

Will it AT SPEED for periods of time with vibration loosen? I had one on a Honda 550Four years ago much simpler than yours that made a 2500 Mile Trip Bearable! RIDE SAFE!

[@restdayrider]

I'm not sure, but the Allen key will be close at hand and if it does loosen, I guess it will just lose friction and decelerate, better than the alternative!

[@FormerMPSGT]

@@restdayrider yes! LOCK TIGHT very carefully just the screw maybe?

[@akikp]

How its holding up? Planning to buy one ☝️

[@restdayrider]

Very very well, used lots on my recent 1200 mile Tour.

[@shawnbyrne234]

Like your glasses do you have a link for them x

[@restdayrider]

I don't I'm afraid, they are just from eBay. 😊

[@shawnbyrne234]

@@restdayrider ok thanks anyway .. keep up the good videos

[@alain7338]

Bravo!is that a french flag i saw on your jacket ?😀✌️🇨🇵

[@restdayrider]

Hi, its a Segura Jacket, who I understand is a French company, so very likely!

[@jamesdspaderf2883]

It's always 'a couple of minutes' when you done it before and know what to do.

[@paulcowell7588]

If you'd only attached your bolt flange to a floating trunion you could have super glued your joggle to a permanently closed mullion.

[@restdayrider]

I would have, but I couldn't find the necessary sprunge throcket. 😏

[@Team-fabulous]

I always found these types of throttle lock devices are difficult to set, the bike is always accelerating slightly or decelerating slightly. Hard to find a happy medium..

[@restdayrider]

Hi, I've found this one to be really accurate and seems to hold position very well. 😊

[@Team-fabulous]

@@restdayrider my ex wife was like that🤭🤭🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@arcboutant]

I’m sure i mentioned somewhere about those lovely ‘browns’ ,🤔☹️

[@restdayrider]

You did, on a different vlog. Still not sure what it means tho! 😂

[@arcboutant]

@@restdayrider REALLY, TRULY? Never looked in the mirror…..

[@restdayrider]

Thank you!

[@openroadadventures3250]

I can’t get my head around a 16 min video for a 2 min fit 🥴nope confused

[@brettisabeth3349]

Don't joggle the bolt flange!

[@restdayrider]

Too many flanges!

[@arcboutant]

If your a “Trekkie” you can Klingon ‘it’’ no bother

[@andrewoh1663]

I was keen until I checked the price!

[@restdayrider]

Yeah, they are a little steep sadly.

[@chrisbittlestone9264]

Huh, huh - you said “flange” 😳 ….

[@restdayrider]

😏

[@SouravAcharya9444]

Nope dangerous 🔥well u really don't want to know what ll happen if it won't release the throttle, well i can always message my hands if it get numb 👍

[@timohagedoorn9947]

You can always pull the clutch and start breaking. Will get lot of rpm but then use kill switch.

[@SouravAcharya9444]

@@timohagedoorn9947 nope am gud 👍

[@stevetaylor8698]

Your "Allen key" appears to be a Torx key.

[@restdayrider]

Yeah, I upgraded. I shouldn't be left unsupervised. The instructions called it an Allen key, I believed them! 😏

[@flirtingdisaster]

Do not use stuff like that. Youre not in the USA riding for hours on a boring road. No need for comuting and back roads

[@restdayrider]

I totally get that, it's an experiment to see how much I use it on my tour. If I don't use it, it'll either stay there and not be used or get taken off and sold. It's all about finding my best set up.

[@daviddavies5347]

Typical woman, reading the instructions and getting it correct. 🙄 Where’s the fun in that. 😂👍

[@restdayrider]

Paaaaahahaha! Brilliant! 😂 Although I did locate it wrong to start with. 😏

[@daviddavies5347]

@@restdayrider Yeh the once! 🙄 I’ve been in the garage all day getting things wrong, refusing to read the instructions!!! 😂

[@restdayrider]

@@daviddavies5347 That's too funny. 😂

[@theyorkbiker.8214]

At 12 minutes and 20 seconds mark, we could see you about to lose your shit.

[@restdayrider]

It showed? 🤣

[@theyorkbiker.8214]

@@restdayrider it most certainly did..keep up the good work sister.