Further forward mid control kit
Road Warrior
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From: Manila, Philippines
It has to do with the design of the headers. Mine are split around the cam so the space for the controls is pretty tight and the brake had to be set low; you get used to it. If your headers both rap around the front similar to the stock fxdl headers you would not have this issue. Check with the manufacturer to see if they fit and fxdl and you should be good.
I also definitely feel more vibrations on the lever, but not a big deal.
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Road Captain
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From: Wausau, WI
The couple guys that found low rider take-offs from ebay - how did you search for them? Did you use the part number or just "2014 low rider controls". I am finding alot of aftermarket foward and mids, but not exactly what I'm looking for yet.
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Road Captain
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nevermind - I went to HD's website - the Part number is different than other non-stock stuff, so I assumed the number is the same for the kit as well as the oem number off the low rider. - long story short, I got a complete chrome set on ebay. Little more than what some ppl got there's for, but still much less than new.
If she don't like them, keep an eye on the classifieds section
If she don't like them, keep an eye on the classifieds section
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Road Captain
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From: Wausau, WI
So the ebay auction includes the linkages and the shift arm that goes through the primary - the HD kit does not include that, just brackets, shifter and brake - hopefully its just that simple - really don't wanna have to mess with swapping out the shift rod. I'm guessing the guy selling these went to full forwards, and all these parts are included because he doesn't need them.
Stellar HDF Member
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If your Fat Bob has forward controls this is not a simple switch out. The these are for a Dyna with mid-controls.
Cruiser
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From: Gilbert, AZ
I have mid controls now. I decided not to go with forward controls because the air filter makes it a little awkward. But wouldn't mind a "little" further forward.
You have the same frame. Your mid control mounts on your frame are in the same location as mine. I have had stock mids, forwards and now modified mids. Your shift rod will connect in the same spot as your mids; its just a longer arm. Be sure to get all the linkage arms and you will be fine.
Cruiser
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It has to do with the design of the headers. Mine are split around the cam so the space for the controls is pretty tight and the brake had to be set low; you get used to it. If your headers both rap around the front similar to the stock fxdl headers you would not have this issue. Check with the manufacturer to see if they fit and fxdl and you should be good.
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nevermind - I went to HD's website - the Part number is different than other non-stock stuff, so I assumed the number is the same for the kit as well as the oem number off the low rider. - long story short, I got a complete chrome set on ebay, 145. Little more than what some ppl got there's for, but still much less than new.
If she don't like them, keep an eye on the classifieds section
If she don't like them, keep an eye on the classifieds section
Would you be so kind as to enlighten those of us that are eagerly searching Ebay? What exaclty did you search for? I've tried a few variations of "further forward mid controls" with no luck. Also tried the HD p/n. Nothing there either. I'd love to ride the coat tails of your hard work
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Road Captain
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Further forward mid control kit
Lol - all I did was search for the part number and the one I bought was the only one that showed up. I tried several variations of searches with no luck. Either new aftermarket forward sets or 101 2001 wide glide take offs. Guess I got lucky.
If the wife doesn't like them I'll post them in the classified section.
If the wife doesn't like them I'll post them in the classified section.