I'm looking for info on converting a Fat Bob to mid-mounted controls, specifically the shift linkage. I noticed on other Dynas with mids that the rod goes through the side of the primary cover, and want to know if that's a diffcult swap on a forward-control bike, or just a matter of swapping the primary cover. All info will be greatly appreciated.

 

Get a hold of a parts book for the 08 Dyna's. It will list everything thats the same or different across the Dyna line by part# and illustration. I just go down to the dealer and ask to look at the parts book, then when I find the pages I want, I ask them to run me off copies. Most parts guys know the average person can't buy a book for every idea he gets, so it's not a problem. If they play stupid, just say how the hay am I suppose to buy something without knowing what I need first. I like the mid-controls idea for it too.

 

Tex,
I was just at a local dealership today and they had two Fat Bob's there. One with fwd and one with mid- controls. The manager said they could be ordered either way. So, I would think getting a hold ofthe other primary cover (with the hole) should not be a problem.

good luck.

Semper Gumby

 

Thanks for the info guys. That's awesome to know that it can be ordered new with mid-mounts, I'll have to do my search for that, then. If I end up finding a good deal on one with forwards, I'll know I can switch it easily with stock parts. Awesome.