Twist Throttles
Feb 24, 2000 | 11:24 AM
#2
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I couldn't stand the thumb throttle when I first got my Warrior, so I bought a twist throttle and installed it within a few weeks of buying it, but I took it off after riding for a few days as I didn't feel as though I had as much throttle control when riding in twisty, bumpy, or technical stuff. It's all a matter of opinion or personal choice though, but I'd suggest riding a machine with a twist throttle before making a decision.
Feb 24, 2000 | 12:03 PM
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a friend of mine just got through completely modding out his warrior and he decided to put a twist on there and after the first trip to the track he took it off and threw it as far as he could. He didn't like it at all. I had one on mine for a long time and didn't mind, but when I got my new 400ex I left the thumb on and I like it better. all personal opinion
Feb 24, 2000 | 02:13 PM
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I'm a die hard Quad Racer. I went as far as to put a thumb throttle on my KX 250. I now have much more control. It may look a little bit funny, but when you start slipping off the back of your quad or MX bike you'll be glad you have a thumb throttle.
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Feb 24, 2000 | 05:24 PM
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DC400ex,
Well, as in just about every other topic, twisters vs. thumbs is mostly a matter of opinion and what one is used to. That said, I had twists put on both of my quads before taking them out of the dealer's shop. One is on a 96 KQ and the other is on a 97 Warrior.One reason I prefer twists is that as a long-time bike rider, I'm used to them and had nothing to un-learn or adapt to. The other more practical reasons are much more throttle control, especially in rough terrain. The main advantage so far as control is concerned is that unlike thumb throttles, one's entire hand is on the bars, including the strongest digit, which of course is the thumb.This becomes apparent when running over very rough or technical terrain, such as XC or even MX tracks. With your whole hand controlling the throttle, it's easier to dial in or cut the amount you need with no surprises from hitting bumps, jumps, or rocks.
I think the reason many have difficulty controlling the twisters is because they are not using the proper body position when riding hard. By that I mean that they ride with the arms & elbows low & close to their body. Sit on your bike & assume that position & you'll find that your wrists are below the grips & if you encounter a drop-off, bump, or other obstruction, your hand tends to automatically twist the throttle on, possibly causing loss of control.
The proper position for aggressive riding is to sit with the upper body bent forward, arms bent with elbows high. In effect, forcing the hands to grip the throttle in a more clockwise position, thus preventing the surprise full throttle effect. The other equally important benefit of the "attack" position is that one has more leverage on the bars in turns and less chance of endo-ing or going over the bars in any impact.
I can only recall one time I ever had a twister go full throttle by surprise..it was when I was somewhat fatigued & let my arms drop like a low rider, & hit a series of braking bumps before a 90 deg turn. Needless to say, I was quickly energized again.
Another one of my long answers to a short question .
P.S. Try riding a 30 to 50 mile loop with a thumb throttle as opposed to a twister & see the difference.
Well, as in just about every other topic, twisters vs. thumbs is mostly a matter of opinion and what one is used to. That said, I had twists put on both of my quads before taking them out of the dealer's shop. One is on a 96 KQ and the other is on a 97 Warrior.One reason I prefer twists is that as a long-time bike rider, I'm used to them and had nothing to un-learn or adapt to. The other more practical reasons are much more throttle control, especially in rough terrain. The main advantage so far as control is concerned is that unlike thumb throttles, one's entire hand is on the bars, including the strongest digit, which of course is the thumb.This becomes apparent when running over very rough or technical terrain, such as XC or even MX tracks. With your whole hand controlling the throttle, it's easier to dial in or cut the amount you need with no surprises from hitting bumps, jumps, or rocks.
I think the reason many have difficulty controlling the twisters is because they are not using the proper body position when riding hard. By that I mean that they ride with the arms & elbows low & close to their body. Sit on your bike & assume that position & you'll find that your wrists are below the grips & if you encounter a drop-off, bump, or other obstruction, your hand tends to automatically twist the throttle on, possibly causing loss of control.
The proper position for aggressive riding is to sit with the upper body bent forward, arms bent with elbows high. In effect, forcing the hands to grip the throttle in a more clockwise position, thus preventing the surprise full throttle effect. The other equally important benefit of the "attack" position is that one has more leverage on the bars in turns and less chance of endo-ing or going over the bars in any impact.
I can only recall one time I ever had a twister go full throttle by surprise..it was when I was somewhat fatigued & let my arms drop like a low rider, & hit a series of braking bumps before a 90 deg turn. Needless to say, I was quickly energized again.
Another one of my long answers to a short question .
P.S. Try riding a 30 to 50 mile loop with a thumb throttle as opposed to a twister & see the difference.
Feb 25, 2000 | 10:46 AM
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I rode mx bikes for a long time and now that I've switched to quads the thumb throttle always makes my right hand cramp up. I wonder if I should go to twist throttles??
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Feb 25, 2000 | 02:43 PM
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hondatrx300ex
Exactly my point in my last post about riding a loop with a thumb. If you think it's hard on a 300ex you should try it on a Banshee with two cables to operate.
The Motion Pro or Magura are both good twisters. The Magura used to have two cable slots..one for enduro & one for mx. The mx setting is very quick, only about 1/2 turn as I recall.
Exactly my point in my last post about riding a loop with a thumb. If you think it's hard on a 300ex you should try it on a Banshee with two cables to operate.
The Motion Pro or Magura are both good twisters. The Magura used to have two cable slots..one for enduro & one for mx. The mx setting is very quick, only about 1/2 turn as I recall.
Feb 25, 2000 | 06:01 PM
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Before I switched to a twist throttle, the thumb throttle would really cause my thumb to get so sore that I could barely push down on it anymore. I'm still not as confident with the twist when hitting the rough terrain at speed when I was using the thumb, but with time on the quad, that will change.
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