Those of you with foot clutch and jockey/tank shift come in please...
#1
11-29-2011, 11:14 PM
Those of you with foot clutch and jockey/tank shift come in please...
A few questions before I take the plunge...
I know I'm in the softail section, I'm not lost, just more fools running this setup here than over in dynaland
How do you handle "roll ups"? For example, you come to a stop sign, actually stop, and now have to roll up to check the intersection is clear. Is it easier than I'm thinking to feather the clutch with your foot?
Also, it seems like it'd be easier to find neutral...yes or no? Sometimes my foot isn't delicate enough to tap my shifter up into neutral, I feel like with my hand I'd be able to slip it in easier (giggity)
Also, do any of you have upgraded clutch springs? Barnett or the like? Does this make the whole job a little more difficult or no problem since your big fat foot is keeping the clutch held down?
Thanks
I know I'm in the softail section, I'm not lost, just more fools running this setup here than over in dynaland
How do you handle "roll ups"? For example, you come to a stop sign, actually stop, and now have to roll up to check the intersection is clear. Is it easier than I'm thinking to feather the clutch with your foot?
Also, it seems like it'd be easier to find neutral...yes or no? Sometimes my foot isn't delicate enough to tap my shifter up into neutral, I feel like with my hand I'd be able to slip it in easier (giggity)
Also, do any of you have upgraded clutch springs? Barnett or the like? Does this make the whole job a little more difficult or no problem since your big fat foot is keeping the clutch held down?
Thanks
#2
11-29-2011, 11:21 PM
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You get used to it pretty quickly. If I have to roll up to a stop sign like that, I keep the bike rolling at a really slow speed until I am in front and then I touch my foot down if necessary, and start going again. You are over thinking the whole thing. If I can ride with a foot clutch so can you.
It takes a bit more focus at first but after a little bit it is second nature. As far as an upgraded clutch spring, why would you need that?
Drew
It takes a bit more focus at first but after a little bit it is second nature. As far as an upgraded clutch spring, why would you need that?
Drew
#3
11-29-2011, 11:34 PM
You get used to it pretty quickly. If I have to roll up to a stop sign like that, I keep the bike rolling at a really slow speed until I am in front and then I touch my foot down if necessary, and start going again. You are over thinking the whole thing. If I can ride with a foot clutch so can you.
It takes a bit more focus at first but after a little bit it is second nature. As far as an upgraded clutch spring, why would you need that?
Drew
It takes a bit more focus at first but after a little bit it is second nature. As far as an upgraded clutch spring, why would you need that?
Drew
As far as "needing" the upgraded spring, I don't. But I'll have the primary apart this winter to install my 30t sprocket and I'm a do it all at once kinda guy.
#4
11-29-2011, 11:38 PM
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#8
11-30-2011, 10:34 AM
Road Warrior
Big tip for you, if you go for the Labriola, and its a great kit really well put together,
Make sure you read his website instructions before ordering, I didnt (my own fault) and got the wrong shifter, I'm waiting for the replacement at the moment,
I'd say I cant wait, but I'd be lying, I wont exactly say ''it has me scared shitless'' but I am a little nervous bout it, LOL.
Make sure you read his website instructions before ordering, I didnt (my own fault) and got the wrong shifter, I'm waiting for the replacement at the moment,
I'd say I cant wait, but I'd be lying, I wont exactly say ''it has me scared shitless'' but I am a little nervous bout it, LOL.
#9
11-30-2011, 12:41 PM
Big tip for you, if you go for the Labriola, and its a great kit really well put together,
Make sure you read his website instructions before ordering, I didnt (my own fault) and got the wrong shifter, I'm waiting for the replacement at the moment,
I'd say I cant wait, but I'd be lying, I wont exactly say ''it has me scared shitless'' but I am a little nervous bout it, LOL.
Make sure you read his website instructions before ordering, I didnt (my own fault) and got the wrong shifter, I'm waiting for the replacement at the moment,
I'd say I cant wait, but I'd be lying, I wont exactly say ''it has me scared shitless'' but I am a little nervous bout it, LOL.
I'm gonna order thru drew and dr v twin though as my local Indy shut it's doors and I'm happy to support someone who does such big things for our community here.
I plan on first placing a call to labriola so I can be led through exactly what to order. Their site isnt too user friendly
#10
11-30-2011, 12:44 PM
A few questions before I take the plunge...
I know I'm in the softail section, I'm not lost, just more fools running this setup here than over in dynaland
How do you handle "roll ups"? For example, you come to a stop sign, actually stop, and now have to roll up to check the intersection is clear. Is it easier than I'm thinking to feather the clutch with your foot?
**I keep it in neutral and simply walk forward until I have a clear view.
Also, it seems like it'd be easier to find neutral...yes or no? Sometimes my foot isn't delicate enough to tap my shifter up into neutral, I feel like with my hand I'd be able to slip it in easier (giggity)
**Yes, neutral is way easier to find with a hand shift.
Also, do any of you have upgraded clutch springs? Barnett or the like? Does this make the whole job a little more difficult or no problem since your big fat foot is keeping the clutch held down?
**I went from stock primary and clutch to open primary with BDL clutch. I noticed no difference.
Thanks
I know I'm in the softail section, I'm not lost, just more fools running this setup here than over in dynaland
How do you handle "roll ups"? For example, you come to a stop sign, actually stop, and now have to roll up to check the intersection is clear. Is it easier than I'm thinking to feather the clutch with your foot?
**I keep it in neutral and simply walk forward until I have a clear view.
Also, it seems like it'd be easier to find neutral...yes or no? Sometimes my foot isn't delicate enough to tap my shifter up into neutral, I feel like with my hand I'd be able to slip it in easier (giggity)
**Yes, neutral is way easier to find with a hand shift.
Also, do any of you have upgraded clutch springs? Barnett or the like? Does this make the whole job a little more difficult or no problem since your big fat foot is keeping the clutch held down?
**I went from stock primary and clutch to open primary with BDL clutch. I noticed no difference.
Thanks
I'll add one more thing, don't waste time thinking about those auto clutches. They are a total waste of money.
Last edited by Branner; 11-30-2011 at 12:47 PM.
