How is cruise control useful on the roads in a bike and where is it useless?

Updated: 22-02-2026, 08.15 PM

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Traveling long distances on a motorcycle is fun, but constantly rotating the accelerator is tiring and causes pain in the hands. This is where the cruise control feature comes in handy. Earlier this feature was available only in cars and premium touring bikes, but now it is being offered in commuter models as well. This feature can make your journey more comfortable. Let us know how the cruise control feature works in the bike.

What is cruise control?

Cruise control is a system that locks the speed of your bike, so that you do not need to press the accelerator again and again. You can set a fixed speed by pressing the button. Once activated, the bike continues to travel at the selected speed until you apply the brakes, press the clutch or manually turn off the cruise control. After this the motorcycle moves at the same speed.

How many types of cruise control are there?

There are two types of this feature in motorcycles. Mechanical throttle lock keeps the throttle fixed in one place. Electronic cruise control keeps the speed accurate with the help of sensors, microchips and software. The new motorcycle has ride-by-wire technology. In this the sensors send signals to the engine control unit (ECU). When cruise control is turned on, the ECU itself controls the speed. A slight touch of the brake, clutch or throttle stops it.

This facility is beneficial on such roads

This feature is useful on long, straight and pothole-free roads. Best suited for riders traveling several hours on most highways. It reduces fatigue and provides a comfortable traveling experience. Cruise control can help you maintain a consistent speed without having to accelerate or brake frequently when there are fewer vehicles nearby. This also saves fuel as your bike is running at optimum speed.

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Cruise control will not work in such a place

In heavy city traffic it is impossible to maintain a constant speed due to frequent braking and gear changes. For this reason, cruise control can be useless and risky here. You need manual control over the speed to respond quickly in congestion. It is also unusable on wet or slippery roads. Winding mountain roads and steep slopes require frequent throttle adjustments. Therefore, its use there is risky.