Topic: Whistler Cruisader Motorcycle Radar Detector (Read 8807 times)

schreijo · « **on:** April 01, 2006, 01:44:48 PM »

Does anyone have experience using this radar detector? It seems like a good product that is specifically designed for a motorcycle. Thanks, John

http://www.buyradardetectors.com/products/whistler/whistler-cruisader.aspx

VaEagle · « **Reply #1 on:** April 01, 2006, 07:11:16 PM »

Be sure to check which states you ride in on the legality of use.

I know in Virginia radar detectors are illegal and they use radar detector detectors to find you. Virginia residents get a ticket and the unit confiscated. Out-of-state folks just get the ticket. 8-)

jachin72 · « **Reply #2 on:** April 01, 2006, 09:17:45 PM »

I was stationed in Virginia for a year back in '95. Used a detector with "VG-2" circuitry and it kept me from getting caught with the detector at least once a week on the freeway. Those detector-detectors really do work. I was an Illinois resident at the time, so had it from there. I believe Wash, DC it is illegal as well. Conn. use to be, but a couple years ago, I went through there on my way to R.I. and didn't see the signs prohibiting them any more.

JCZ · « **Reply #3 on:** April 02, 2006, 01:06:14 AM »

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Does anyone have experience using this radar detector?

JCZ · « **Reply #4 on:** April 02, 2006, 01:21:35 AM »

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Only places they're illegal to use now is the state of Virginia and the Disctrict of Columbia.

arcticdude · « **Reply #5 on:** April 03, 2006, 03:59:07 PM »

The few tests I've seen have not been very positive of the Whistler brand in general. There's radartest.com, radarbusters.com, speedzones.com, myradardetector.com as well as others. Most sites don't rate the Whistler as being even half way up the ladder. I only saw one site where POP detection had the Whistler rated well (speedzones.com). Who knows?

spydglide · « **Reply #6 on:** April 03, 2006, 06:56:34 PM »

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The few tests I've seen have not been very positive of the Whistler brand in general.

WFP · « **Reply #7 on:** April 03, 2006, 07:03:33 PM »

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Brother Hubbard knows.

schreijo · « **Reply #8 on:** April 04, 2006, 07:07:30 PM »

How do that K40 mount on the SEUC? I really like the idea of the Whistler being built in rather than stuck on somewhere.

WFP · « **Reply #9 on:** April 04, 2006, 07:14:34 PM »

Expensively, with remote sensors...even more steathy than the whistler!

http://www.k40.com/reviews/bmwon_unde_pop.html

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How do that K40 mount on the SEUC?

Nasty Habit · « **Reply #10 on:** April 26, 2006, 12:55:05 PM »

I have this installed on my m/c along with the radar/laser blockers. Both sources are located in the front and back. It HAS saved my A$$ many times, by warning me. I don't know if the blockers actually work, but then again, how would I. The fact that I haven't gotten any speeding tickets since I installed these (Cage too) I believe it all to be worth it. Price alone is the same as the savings of one tocket with a lawyer. There are many pictures in my homepage's section, showing both the sensors, and the blockers. Any questions I can help with, do not hesitate.
See you all in Cripple Creek!
Nasty...

JCZ · « **Reply #11 on:** April 26, 2006, 01:36:44 PM »

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I have this installed on my m/c along with the radar/laser blockers. Both sources are located in the front and back. It HAS saved my A$$ many times, by warning me. I don't know if the blockers actually work, but then again, how would I. The fact that I haven't gotten any speeding tickets since I installed these (Cage too) I believe it all to be worth it. Price alone is the same as the savings of one tocket with a lawyer. There are many pictures in my homepage's section, showing both the sensors, and the blockers. Any questions I can help with, do not hesitate.
See you all in Cripple Creek!
Nasty...

I hope you make it to the Napa/Quincy ride this weekend. I'd like to meet you and also to get a look at this setup. I seem to attrack the radar tickets. [smiley=nixweiss.gif]

schreijo · « **Reply #12 on:** April 29, 2006, 02:08:45 PM »

I went ahead and ordered this unit. There is a local radio shop who will do the install. I'll let you know how it works.

spydglide · « **Reply #13 on:** April 29, 2006, 08:10:02 PM »

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I hope you make it to the Napa/Quincy ride this weekend.

RJ749 · « **Reply #14 on:** April 29, 2006, 08:52:23 PM »

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I have this installed on my m/c along with the radar/laser blockers. Both sources are located in the front and back. It HAS saved my A$$ many times, by warning me. [highlight]I don't know if the blockers actually work[/highlight], but then again, how would I. The fact that I haven't gotten any speeding tickets since I installed these (Cage too) I believe it all to be worth it. Price alone is the same as the savings of one tocket with a lawyer. There are many pictures in my homepage's section, showing both the sensors, and the blockers. Any questions I can help with, do not hesitate.
See you all in Cripple Creek!Nasty...

Tested out the jammer/blocker on a car we had traded in with the local police dept., the laser they use wouldn't lock although it displayed a speed for a short time like it was locking, it had no lock and went blank.

Officer said it was legal in Washington State as well.

JCZ · « **Reply #15 on:** May 06, 2006, 11:06:10 AM »

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I went ahead and ordered this unit.

schreijo · « **Reply #16 on:** May 11, 2006, 04:56:42 PM »

Got the Crusader installed and used it on the 22 mile ride home. Seemed to be working. Had it set on "city" so the garage door openers didnt send false alarms. THey\ installer put the alert light between the speedo and Tach on the fairing dash. Should be easy to see. THere is also a setting that turns the pod backlight off and the pod will flash on when radar is detected.

I had a email conversation with Whistler and they are developing a waterproof audio alert that can be added to my unit at sometime in the future. THe guy at Whistler was not real sure on when it will be available.

First chance I get I'll take some pics and post them.

schreijo · « **Reply #17 on:** May 26, 2006, 12:39:53 AM »

Last weekend I had a chance to use the Cruisader on a ride from Chicago to Conesville Iowa. At higher rpms the alert for a laser would be triggered. So I called Whistler and my installer. The short story version is the installer put a power line filter on and I have not had any "rpm" laser alerts since the power filter has been put on. I do think not having an audio alert is a drawback but not a major one. I'll try to get some pics posted soon.

schreijo · « **Reply #18 on:** May 29, 2006, 11:37:56 AM »

As promised here are 3 pics of the installed Cruisader. I think it is a good product that could be great when Whistler make the Audio alert available. It is a bit hart to see the sensor below the headlamp but it is there. The other sensor is buried inside the faiirng. The added alert light between the speedo and tack flashes a blue tinted light when activated. Harley provides as standard equipment on the SCEG a toggle switch for an accessory that I used as the on/off switch.

RJ749 · « **Reply #19 on:** May 29, 2006, 12:14:36 PM »

Thanks for the updates and pics.

schreijo · « **Reply #20 on:** May 29, 2006, 09:31:19 PM »

THe power line filter is specific to the detector. Is this what you are asking. THe filter only effects the power supply to the detector.

RJ749 · « **Reply #21 on:** May 29, 2006, 09:51:31 PM »

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THe power line filter is specific to the detector.

RadarRoy · « **Reply #22 on:** July 24, 2006, 02:14:50 PM »

In all honesty the Cruisader sucks at detecting radar/laser and I have done extensive testing on that unit.

If you are looking for a good radar detector system, check out what I installed on my 2003 Ultra at www.stealthhog.com

BTW, if anyone on the forum is interested in any of the equipment we sell let me know. We will offer a 5% to 10% discount if you call and ask for me

Also we do have the Cruisader in stock. On the site we list of $379.00 but call me and we can sell a few units at $245.00

www.radarbusters.com
Radar Roy

JCZ · « **Reply #23 on:** July 25, 2006, 09:45:30 AM »

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In all honesty the Cruisader sucks at detecting radar/laser and I have done extensive testing on that unit.

If you are looking for a good radar detector system, check out what I installed on my 2003 Ultra at www.stealthhog.com

BTW, if anyone on the forum is interested in any of the equipment we sell let me know. We will offer a 5% to 10% discount if you call and ask for me

Also we do have the Cruisader in stock. On the site we list of $379.00 but call me and we can sell a few units at $245.00

www.radarbusters.com
Radar Roy

Very interesting bit of information. I viewed the two links that are attached and found those equally interesting. I sent you an email and look forward to hearing back from you.

J.C.

jtbcobra · « **Reply #24 on:** August 02, 2006, 08:22:45 PM »

I also have the same rpm problem with my laser jamers. Wondering where ya got your power line filter., and what kind? I tried a magnetic choke .It helped a bit.
Thanks

I am impressed with the laser jammers. Saved my butt twice now......

RJ749 · « **Reply #25 on:** August 02, 2006, 08:45:02 PM »

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I also have the same rpm problem with my laser jamers. Wondering where ya got your power line filter., and what kind? I tried a magnetic choke .It helped a bit.
Thanks

I am impressed with the laser jammers. Saved my butt twice now......

Try Radar Roy above I'm sure he can help you at his site.

jtbcobra · « **Reply #26 on:** August 02, 2006, 09:02:16 PM »

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Try Radar Roy above I'm sure he can help you at his site.

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