Author Topic: What motorcycle accessory / product would you rate a “10”? (Read 5565 times)

Guzzistajohn · « **Reply #30 on:** January 22, 2023, 04:38:55 PM »

This little sucker right here. For under 10 bucks, can't beat it! Now THERE is some GUZZI content! Ker-----SNAP!

n3303j · « **Reply #31 on:** January 22, 2023, 06:27:42 PM »

Quote from: Guzzistajohn on January 22, 2023, 04:38:55 PM

This little sucker right here. For under 10 bucks, can't beat it! Now THERE is some GUZZI content! Ker-----SNAP!

....but what is it?

kingoffleece · « **Reply #32 on:** January 22, 2023, 10:30:00 PM »

Throttle lock

Dr. Enzo Toma · « **Reply #33 on:** January 22, 2023, 11:17:09 PM »

Or a death trap depending on how you look at it!

Wildguzzi.com · « **Reply #33 on:** January 22, 2023, 11:17:09 PM »

Guzzistajohn · « **Reply #34 on:** January 23, 2023, 07:10:48 AM »

Quote from: Huzo on January 23, 2023, 04:05:51 AM

Any way you look at it…

Hasn't killed me yet

Texas Turnip · « **Reply #35 on:** January 23, 2023, 07:49:22 AM »

In my million plus miles and decades of riding I'd put the electric vest on the top of the list. Easy to use and not much to hook up to another bike. Hands and feet cold? The electric vest heats your core.

Tex

paul in rochester · « **Reply #36 on:** January 23, 2023, 09:27:36 AM »

For me (and the wife as passenger), the most bang for the buck is a custom-for-you seat.
For Guzzi "thrifty" content, move the controls and bars around to fit you.

The difference in making a bike fit you is incredible!

Charles in Lake Charles · « **Reply #37 on:** January 23, 2023, 09:47:41 AM »

Electric vest!

LowRyter · « **Reply #38 on:** January 23, 2023, 10:17:58 AM »

Quote from: Guzzistajohn on January 22, 2023, 04:38:55 PM

This little sucker right here. For under 10 bucks, can't beat it! Now THERE is some GUZZI content! Ker-----SNAP!

I've got one. Much better than the thumb style throttle locks that usually needs adjustment when you need it. The little clothespin has the thumbscrew for easy tightening and adjustment when you're on the road. Throttle locks are great unless it's a hilly road. It does shrink up the grip and pull it away from the bar end. I'd give it a 7.

Gusable · « **Reply #39 on:** January 23, 2023, 01:40:31 PM »

The Omni cruise is the best one Imho. I can’t be without one! Safe as kittens

Joliet Jim · « **Reply #40 on:** January 23, 2023, 05:19:24 PM »

Quote from: Huzo on January 23, 2023, 01:13:08 PM

I have never fallen off a motorbike and contacted the ground with my head.
By your logic, I don’t need to wear a helmet then….

nothing wrong about not wearing a helmet, thousands do it every day.

Tom · « **Reply #41 on:** January 23, 2023, 05:30:22 PM »

I feel a helmet use lecture coming on.

Howza 'bout this as an accessory. Current mobile phones.

n3303j · « **Reply #42 on:** January 23, 2023, 06:12:56 PM »

I'm from the "statistical sample of one" school. In that sample group everything has a 50% chance of happening to the sample group. Each of us is a sample of one.

n3303j · « **Reply #43 on:** January 23, 2023, 06:29:17 PM »

....either it will, or it won't. Sample of ONE.

LowRyter · « **Reply #44 on:** January 23, 2023, 06:30:25 PM »

man, we're a grumpy bunch.

AJ Huff · « **Reply #45 on:** January 23, 2023, 06:46:52 PM »

Well this was an interesting and useful post.

-AJ

n3303j · « **Reply #46 on:** January 23, 2023, 07:06:22 PM »

It was an interesting study in "drift".
Subject title:
Accessory (singular) you would rate as a 10.
Became multiples.
Became highest to lowest list.
Became critique of others choices.
Ended up as this commentary.
Gone is the original intent of the OP.

bad Chad · « **Reply #47 on:** January 23, 2023, 07:31:42 PM »

I was hoping to learn of at least one item I didn’t have/had or was unaware of, from this thread.

I should have lowered my expectations.

Dirk_S · « **Reply #48 on:** January 23, 2023, 08:18:12 PM »

I got tired of the stock mirrors not staying in place, and having just dived into off-road / dirt trails, I decided to try these $18 Ken Sean foldable mirrors. I’ve had them for maybe 3 years and still love ‘em. Maybe only twice at most did they move at high speed, and I regularly fold them down when covering the bike up. Bonus—they look classic unlike the extra pricey DoubleTake mirrors that use the RAM mount system:

https://a.co/d/g9anXS7

Dr. Enzo Toma · « **Reply #49 on:** January 23, 2023, 11:25:08 PM »

That reminds me:
KTM folding mirrors made by "FAR" 243mm
Have been running them around 7 years, I put them them on most of my bikes
They fold rather than break, they look a bit more classic than the DoubleTake mirrors, they're good at vibration dampening, and most importantly they hold their place! My OE Guzzi mirrors kept coming loose and flopping around, thought I was going to break them with frequent re-tightening so I just replaced them.
They are the 4th ones down in this photo:

Free gas station diesel mitts, and bread bags or grocery bags
I try to keep them single use.
The price is right and they turn cheap protective gloves and boots into comfy warm ones in the wet and cold.

NoNoise ear plugs
Found them maybe 3 years ago and now keep a pair on each keychain.
They filter a lot of road and wind noise while still letting you hear some, supposedly less damaging. I end the day with less ringing in my ears than without them, so they're good for that.

SmithSwede · « **Reply #50 on:** January 23, 2023, 11:48:18 PM »

A good silk scarf.

willowstreetguzziguy · « **Reply #51 on:** January 25, 2023, 10:22:44 AM »

Ultimate BeadRider seat cover- $60. Have ridden with it for 4 years.

I originally bought it for seat comfort when I initially installed it. As I took off down the road, it felt like the seat was air conditioned! Air was flowing under my butt providing a pocket of fresh air flow with no more sweaty butt! Not only do the beads provide cooling, they add comfort with hundreds of pressure points that can be changed by slightly moving. I’m able to ride for longer periods of time before my butt gets sore.

Shorty · « **Reply #52 on:** January 25, 2023, 11:45:43 AM »

Oldie but goodie. Swannee or Harper repop fairing. Fugly function. Used one for many years. Barring the Swannee, I really like the little spoilers that you put on top of your windshield to deflect windstream over the top of your helmet. Next would be sheepskin cover for the seat. I also am a devotee of the seat beads and/or the Airhawk seat cushion... I also like to carry a thick nylon NFL windproof sweatshirt to wear under my mesh jacket on cool mornings. It is much easier and faster to use than the liner that came with the jacket. Once it gets warm, roll it up and throw it in a saddlebag.

Huzo · « **Reply #53 on:** January 25, 2023, 02:53:42 PM »

Quote from: blu guzz on January 22, 2023, 04:06:55 PM

bought in the last century, still the most versatile piece of gear I own, has shrunk a little but still going strong.

bought in the last century, shrunk a little so my son wears it

Yeah that happens a lot…
The more I eat with no exercise, the more my apparel shrinks.

Huzo · « **Reply #54 on:** January 25, 2023, 02:57:36 PM »

Quote from: LowRyter on January 23, 2023, 06:30:25 PM

man, we're a grumpy bunch.

Don’t be so hard on yourself LR.

MMRanch · « **Reply #55 on:** January 25, 2023, 03:34:18 PM »

GPS , I don't know how I got by without it ! One GPS , two bases is good !

Huzo · « **Reply #56 on:** January 25, 2023, 03:46:07 PM »

Quote from: MMRanch on January 25, 2023, 03:34:18 PM

GPS , I don't know how I got by without it ! One GPS , two bases is good !

Yes..!
What was I thinking ? I did not include that one, maybe because it’s become so integrated into my existence, that I no longer consider it an accessory.
Good catch.

Guzzistajohn · « **Reply #57 on:** January 25, 2023, 04:07:02 PM »

I feel a "dead reckoning" comment on the way.

I have lots of fun with the GPS, I find places dual sport riding I would have never seen!

John A · « **Reply #58 on:** January 25, 2023, 07:02:18 PM »

Theater lights for playing dodge deer is highest on my list.

Turin · « **Reply #59 on:** January 25, 2023, 08:00:07 PM »

I got a pair of Dainese "street rocker" shoes for xmas. feels like your wearing a pair of converse all stars, but with protection. On sale too!

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