Dyna Forward Controls
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Joined: May 2008
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From: Greeneville, TN
I removed the heel shifter a long time ago. I bought (from HD) a chrome cover to go in place of the heel shifter. Do you suppose that this chrome cover would work on the shaft that is left sticking out?
Just thinking out loud.
I didn't mention, this heel shifter was removed from my Ultra Classic. I intend to install forward controls on my FXDC.
Just thinking out loud.
I didn't mention, this heel shifter was removed from my Ultra Classic. I intend to install forward controls on my FXDC.
I removed the heel shifter a long time ago. I bought (from HD) a chrome cover to go in place of the heel shifter. Do you suppose that this chrome cover would work on the shaft that is left sticking out?
Just thinking out loud.
I didn't mention, this heel shifter was removed from my Ultra Classic. I intend to install forward controls on my FXDC.
Just thinking out loud.
I didn't mention, this heel shifter was removed from my Ultra Classic. I intend to install forward controls on my FXDC.
FXD2003Rider
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Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 18
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From: Hartford, CT USA
I have a 2010 FXDC and I'd like to add the forward controls. I like the idea of leaving the old shifter lever in the primary because I have heard that the forwards on the Dyna are farther forward than those I had on my 2004 Sportster, and I want the option to go back if I don't care for them. I also don't like the idea of removing the entire primary or the idea of sawing off the old shaft.
So I have searched the various posts on this topic. I like the setup that FXD2003Rider used and I looked at the picture and the installation diagram for the floorboards, and I have a couple questions.
Is part 11A, "Retainer bracket, shift lever for 2001 and later models, PN 3463901" appropriate for the 2010 model year? Based on the picture and looking at my bike, it seems that the retainer bracket I need would have to be longer, and wider than the one pictured. Will this part work, or is there a new part number?
Also, will the chrome cap for the old shaft (part 12 in the diagram) work on this model?
Also, in a different thread, WS6 recommended a different shifter rod. Any thoughts on whether this applies to the 2010?
Thanks for any assistance.
So I have searched the various posts on this topic. I like the setup that FXD2003Rider used and I looked at the picture and the installation diagram for the floorboards, and I have a couple questions.
Is part 11A, "Retainer bracket, shift lever for 2001 and later models, PN 3463901" appropriate for the 2010 model year? Based on the picture and looking at my bike, it seems that the retainer bracket I need would have to be longer, and wider than the one pictured. Will this part work, or is there a new part number?
Also, will the chrome cap for the old shaft (part 12 in the diagram) work on this model?
Also, in a different thread, WS6 recommended a different shifter rod. Any thoughts on whether this applies to the 2010?
Thanks for any assistance.
...Is part 11A, "Retainer bracket, shift lever for 2001 and later models, PN 3463901" appropriate for the 2010 model year? Based on the picture and looking at my bike, it seems that the retainer bracket I need would have to be longer, and wider than the one pictured. Will this part work, or is there a new part number?
It seems to me the mid control shifter lever is the same as used on my 2003 model; this means the chrome cap will fit...
I guess it has to do with the travel of the shifter movement. A longer (rear) shifter lever will have a longer travel (longer = bigger radius) which could mean a better and smoother way of operating the gear shifter lever and a better "feeling" to find neutal gear position...
If you want to be shure, shoot WS6 a PM, I'd say.
FXD2003Rider
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Joined: Feb 2010
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From: Hartford, CT USA
FXD2003, Thanks for the quick response. Here is a picture of the shift linkage:
The distance from the center of the bolt on the engine to the center of the attachment point on the shift lever (required length of the retainer bracket) is about 1 1/4 inches.
The distance from the back of the shift lever to the base of the bolt in the crankcase (required width of the bracket) is also about 1 1/4 inches. However, assuming that once disconnected from the linkage, the shift lever could be pushed in toward the engine, and that 1 1/4 inches would be less.
I expected that the chrome cap would be the same, hopefully they haven't changed the spline diameter.
Thanks for your assistance!
The distance from the center of the bolt on the engine to the center of the attachment point on the shift lever (required length of the retainer bracket) is about 1 1/4 inches.
The distance from the back of the shift lever to the base of the bolt in the crankcase (required width of the bracket) is also about 1 1/4 inches. However, assuming that once disconnected from the linkage, the shift lever could be pushed in toward the engine, and that 1 1/4 inches would be less.
I expected that the chrome cap would be the same, hopefully they haven't changed the spline diameter.
Thanks for your assistance!
Here's the shifter linkage dimension at my bike (about 1 " to 1 1/16 " and a 3/8 " stand-off):
Once you have removed the shifter rod (1), you'll be able to move the shifter lever (2) forward or backwards.
I'll bet you will be able to make it yourself out of a piece of scrap metal ....
FGXD2003Rider
Once you have removed the shifter rod (1), you'll be able to move the shifter lever (2) forward or backwards.
I'll bet you will be able to make it yourself out of a piece of scrap metal ....
FGXD2003Rider
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Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 18
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From: Hartford, CT USA
Thanks for all the work you did to explain this. It appears to me from the pictures that the shifter lever might be a little longer now, so perhaps the bracket would have to be longer.
Does the entire shifter lever move inward towards the engine once disconnected? That might explain why your clearance is 3/8" and mine is measured at over 1".
Perhaps I just buy the HD part and see if it works - it can't be that expensive (or is it?, I can't believe I said that about a part from HD) - and if it doesn't work, I can use it as a pattern.
Thanks again for the assistance. This has been really helpful.
Does the entire shifter lever move inward towards the engine once disconnected? That might explain why your clearance is 3/8" and mine is measured at over 1".
Perhaps I just buy the HD part and see if it works - it can't be that expensive (or is it?, I can't believe I said that about a part from HD) - and if it doesn't work, I can use it as a pattern.
Thanks again for the assistance. This has been really helpful.
My pleasure!!
I cannot recall if it did when I mounted the floorboard set up in 2007; from what I've read in this forum it should be possible to move it inwards...
The shift lever retainer (p/n 34639-01) is US$ 7.19 at LSHD1.com and Zanotti.com (20% rebate)...
FXD2003Rider
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From: Kennewick, WA
Befor I pulled mine out I pushed it in as far as it would go and let it fall back behind the primary. The shaft was flush with the outer cover and it didn't interfere at all with the trans lever.