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[BubbleHead]

Hey bigdogbiker.com members, what do you think of adding Cruise-Mate as an OEM item.

If the rumors I've heard are correct, BDM removed the throttle lock because someone was injured or killed while the lock was on and couldn't back off the throttle. As many of you know, with Cruise-Mate installed you can still easily turn your throttle in an emergency.

Personally I always thought it was very bad engineering to use metal on metal as a throttle lock, would leave a burr and, whereas people are involved it was only a matter of time before someone would over tighten it and not be able to operate the throttle when necessary.

Paul, it's the mindset of most manufacturers that a throttle lock is a liability and don't want them on their bikes, however, most real riders find a way to install one and use it anyway so why not use one that's safe, easy to operate and looks kick-ass good on the bike.

We have Cruise-Mate installed on thousands of bikes with virtually nothing but rave reviews and zero problems.

You may want to ask Showdog what he thinks of the product, he and I have attended many of the same events and he's seen me install Cruise-Mate on many Big Dog's as well as other bikes.

Paul, I have a cruise-mate on my chopper installed by Tom himself. I will testify to it's ease of use, quality, and great ability to give one's right hand a break on those long highway trips and most of all, as a fast idle warm-up device. It can't be beat for that purpose alone. I think BDM should offer this at least as an option to the owner. Even if it means having the new owner sign a wavier to his or her understanding that if mis-used or mistakenly applied it can cause harm. Not unlike almost everything else stated in the current BDM owners manual at this point anyway.

 

[alhall88]

Hey bigdogbiker.com members, what do you think of adding Cruise-Mate as an OEM item.

If the rumors I've heard are correct, BDM removed the throttle lock because someone was injured or killed while the lock was on and couldn't back off the throttle. As many of you know, with Cruise-Mate installed you can still easily turn your throttle in an emergency.

Personally I always thought it was very bad engineering to use metal on metal as a throttle lock, would leave a burr and, whereas people are involved it was only a matter of time before someone would over tighten it and not be able to operate the throttle when necessary.

Paul, it's the mindset of most manufacturers that a throttle lock is a liability and don't want them on their bikes, however, most real riders find a way to install one and use it anyway so why not use one that's safe, easy to operate and looks kick-ass good on the bike.

We have Cruise-Mate installed on thousands of bikes with virtually nothing but rave reviews and zero problems.

You may want to ask Showdog what he thinks of the product, he and I have attended many of the same events and he's seen me install Cruise-Mate on many Big Dog's as well as other bikes.

You could always drill and tap the housings then sell the cruismate later on as a "tuning tool" that is not intended for road use.

 

[Cruise-Mate]

great idea alhall88

 

[whatever01]

Survey done. I hope it helps w/ something.

 

[bdmridgeback]

Survey Sent as well. Hope I can help, in any way.

As you know, I have been working with Wire-Plus to get this module out to eliminate the EHC. I know you guys have teamed up for a future venture and I like what I hear. It will benefit everyone and make riding a Dog a much more pleasurable experience all together.

I, and many others, I think would like to see the HID headlight show up as a factory installed item or as a dealer installed option. Now that the EHC is going, there isn't any reason it can't happen.

I would like to see some engine options for special order. Wether it is is bigger/smaller options, I think you would get guys ordering both. Bigger for the power hungry guys and smaller engines for the guys that do not care that just want to cruise.

Thanks and hope to get to work with you on future plans.

 

[elroho624]

Welcome!!

 

[MN K9]

Survey done.

Do you need a COLD weather tester? It's that time of year again here already.

 

[Fibersnake]

Great to see Big Dog showing more representation on here and formally seeking some input. I know that a few from the puppy farm have been hanging here and all have been very good representives of BD.

Took the survey, but a few agree items that were brougth up. The Cruise Mate is excellent and I agree, working with Tom and coming up with a factory fit either as standard or option would be great. Mkae a great tuning and warm up device :2thumbs: :2thumbs:

I would also love to see a BD bobber, perably with a springer front and towards the classic style but with a BD uniquness.

Also Fat Tires are nice but would like to see more of the mid size avaiable, especially in the Pro-Street type, i.e. having the Mastiff going to 300 verse the 250 IMHO was wrong. Love my 250 tire-perfect balance for running the twisties and back roads.

A HID would be great also. Improvement on the electronics, especially with the EHC and connectors for wires, maybe more waterproof connectors in the vien of MilSpecs with true water prooof bayonet style.

Great to see the interest and look forward to having BD be around for a long time and to be a long time customer. Will be first in line for the proper bobber!!

 

[speedrcr]

Survey complete

like someone to ask about issue with dealers and bikes we all see!

...like a little thing like the rubber cover falling off the spedo and I have to drive an hour to a dealer for them to remove the spedo and send it in to BD...me to ride with out one till it gets back, drive back and then pay to have it installed! ...what a pain for something so little.

Plus I live in the Chicago area...not a small place, but there is only one dealer in the middle of nowhere...and has questionable service!

Tim

 

[speedrcr]

Also a bagger and bobber would be great...when you look at your line, they are all starting to look the same! ...and wide tires are fading!

like some on to ask about issue with dealers and bikes we all see!

...like a little thing like the rubber cover falling off the spedo and I have to drive an hour to a dealer for them to remove the spedo and send it in to BD...me to ride with out one till it get back, drive back and then pay to have it installed! ...what a pain for something so little.

Plus I live in the Chicago area...not a small place, but there is only one dealer in the middle of no were...and has questionable service!

Tim

 

[woodbutcher]

welcome. :2thumbs:

 

[dingo]

Sent and hoping I get selected.

Same here.

 

[KnotSo]

Am I the only one that would like to see a bigger motor, longer & lower bike, stripped down a bit more, a generous allowance for current BDM owners, and a build sheet to order from?

 

[T Mack]

Street Glide On STEROIDS....

I would LOVE to see BDM build a bagger also "BUT"

I would like to see BDM's bagger to be a "STREET GLIDE" on ROIDS....

I will tell you what the 2009 Harley Davidson "Street Glide" is one bad ass bike... :zdrool:

Im going to buy one soon.....

UNLESS......

BDM makes a bagger thats better......

 

[KnotSo]

BDM has had Baggers for some time now, here are but a few examples:

My favoritrite:

 

[T Mack]

Hey PHansen...

Hey PHansen,

I've really been thinking about taking the buyout from FORD..

Maybe you can hook me up with a Job at BDM?

Maybe i can be one of those guys BDM pay's to put miles on the Dog's...

That's my dream job.... :2thumbs:

 

[GoofyTexan]

I'll be the dude.....who sees what new big dog model will get me laid!!! Serisouly, I love big dog...You asking a lot.....how could you possiably make this bike any better????

 

[TSDAWG]

Great shots of the "BAGGERS"! Love it!!! Hey man, did they stop you for passing the weigh station!?!?

 

[bdmridgeback]

Did they stop you for passing the weigh station!?!?

:roll: :roll: :roll: :roll: :roll:

 

[KnotSo]

I was not pulled in by DOT, but did weigh it several times and discovered Gasman damn near nailed exactly what we weighed, and we were still under the weight limit set by the factory! :2thumbs:



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