Swapping Forward Controls To Mid Controls
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Swapping Forward Controls To Mid Controls
I was hoping I could get a list of everything I'll need, like primary oil and a primary gasket, but what else? Every bit of info will help cause this will be the first time working on any bike other than swapping a battery. Also, I think the shift shaft is still there, so will I even have to take the primary off? If there's a how-to guide or YouTube video - link it too, because I couldn't find it in my searches. 1994 Dyna Low rider.
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If your shift shaft is there & in good shape the job is very easy. If the shaft is missing or damaged you do need to pull the primary case which involves removing the clutch, starter drive & compensating sprocket - this might not be a wise first time operation.
If the shift shaft is in place you will need;
Right side peg mount with brake pedal, nut & washer
Brake actuation rod
Foot peg - possibly the forward peg will do
Left side peg mount
Foot peg - again the forward peg may do
Shifter lever with peg - dog leg shaped - some forward kits used the OEM lever
Shifter to transmission link - likely 5" long
There may be plastic plugs in the mount holes on the frame - remove carefully & use to fill the forward holes.
4 socket head cap screws & lock washers - mounts to frame - dealer items a good idea
If your shift shaft is still there then the transmission shift lever is likely original - if it is a long one it will need to be replaced.
If your shift shaft is not useable you will need all of the above plus;
Gasket kit with seals
Primary chain inspection cover - with shifter hole
Shifter tube - the aftermarket aluminum one is good
Possibly the transmission lever - some forward kits have a longer lever
If you Google "Ronnie's Harley Davidson Parts" you will find a good catalog for your individual model - from that you can get the part numbers for all of the above.
Some suggested methods of holding the sprockets to undo the 150 ft/lb torque on the sprocket nut can break the case.
Be careful!
Jack
If the shift shaft is in place you will need;
Right side peg mount with brake pedal, nut & washer
Brake actuation rod
Foot peg - possibly the forward peg will do
Left side peg mount
Foot peg - again the forward peg may do
Shifter lever with peg - dog leg shaped - some forward kits used the OEM lever
Shifter to transmission link - likely 5" long
There may be plastic plugs in the mount holes on the frame - remove carefully & use to fill the forward holes.
4 socket head cap screws & lock washers - mounts to frame - dealer items a good idea
If your shift shaft is still there then the transmission shift lever is likely original - if it is a long one it will need to be replaced.
If your shift shaft is not useable you will need all of the above plus;
Gasket kit with seals
Primary chain inspection cover - with shifter hole
Shifter tube - the aftermarket aluminum one is good
Possibly the transmission lever - some forward kits have a longer lever
If you Google "Ronnie's Harley Davidson Parts" you will find a good catalog for your individual model - from that you can get the part numbers for all of the above.
Some suggested methods of holding the sprockets to undo the 150 ft/lb torque on the sprocket nut can break the case.
Be careful!
Jack
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I had everything I needed except a torque wrench that could do the primary cover bolts and it took me around 7 hours to do with some beer, food, and torque wrench buying breaks in there. I didn't have the shift shaft in place so I had take my whole primary off. Good luck!
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Hi my friend - I did this same job last spring... it was quite an adventure, but certainly do-able.
I actually followed a video on YouTube of a guy that did the same operation. I'll see if I can dig that thread up for you... I think I remember listing out all the parts too.
I actually followed a video on YouTube of a guy that did the same operation. I'll see if I can dig that thread up for you... I think I remember listing out all the parts too.
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Here you go man... all the info you could ever need!
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Hi my friend - I did this same job last spring... it was quite an adventure, but certainly do-able.
I actually followed a video on YouTube of a guy that did the same operation. I'll see if I can dig that thread up for you... I think I remember listing out all the parts too.
I actually followed a video on YouTube of a guy that did the same operation. I'll see if I can dig that thread up for you... I think I remember listing out all the parts too.
Bill
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Make sure you have a long set of torx socket to remove the right side peg. When I bought my bike, that peg was loose, apparently because whoever installed the forwards on my bike didn't realize that his socket wasn't long enough to tighten the bolt.
