Is there any benefit in running forward controls with a master versus leaving it where it is. I know that the style of the control will differ but lets hear the pros and cons.

 

I am not sure what you mean by a Master but I am 6'2" and without forward controls I have a hard time shifting or braking!

 

I sorry I was refering to the brake pedal. Some come with a master cylinder connected to the unit and others use the existing cylinder in the stock location.

 

I switched mine to a forward master cylinder, much easier to route a hose than a solid metal bar. Mostly a looks thing though. It is a pretty easy swap.

 

Richard, could you be so kind to post some images (or links) of this configuration?

TIA, FXD2003Rider

 

Here you go....

 

Looks great, Richard!

Did you use a braided or rigid brake line?

 

I went with braided stainless, in the top pic you can see the braided line just below the pipe at the seam in the pipe. I have since hidden it better than what you see in these pics.
I use a brake switch back in the stock position, so it is a 2 piece brake line. If I remember right they are Russell brake lines. Had to buy a chrome brake switch unit from Dennis Kirk and rebend the mount bracket for it, but nothing difficult to do.

 

Thanks for letting me know, Richard. I've bookmarked both websites!

René

 

8541hog where did you get your forwards and what length brake line did you have to use?