dyna: why mid controls??
Road Master
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 1,014
Likes: 34
From: Ca
RE: dyna: why mid controls??
Some say the reason they bought a Dyna is because it had mid controls.
I specifically bought a Dyna because it had forward controls. And mini apes. And extended fork.
The 8 bikes before had mid controls. I always felt cramped. Used the highway bars before, but not in traffic.
No control problems. To each his own. (helmet/no helmet; leather/t-shirt; freedom)
I specifically bought a Dyna because it had forward controls. And mini apes. And extended fork.
The 8 bikes before had mid controls. I always felt cramped. Used the highway bars before, but not in traffic.
No control problems. To each his own. (helmet/no helmet; leather/t-shirt; freedom)
Club Member
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 14,564
Likes: 9,223
From: the 50s & the 60s
RE: dyna: why mid controls??
ORIGINAL: veniculum
....but I also can't imagine riding with mids.
....but I also can't imagine riding with mids.
ORIGINAL: CraigC
............................................
In the 1600mi I had them, the mids drove me insane.
Always snaggin' my pants leg putting my feet down.
Caught my feet on them picking them up. Felt cramped up. Sucks.
For me, the forward controls have no effect on my ability to run the **** out of this thing,
straights or curves. It ain't a sportbike.
............................................
In the 1600mi I had them, the mids drove me insane.
Always snaggin' my pants leg putting my feet down.
Caught my feet on them picking them up. Felt cramped up. Sucks.
For me, the forward controls have no effect on my ability to run the **** out of this thing,
straights or curves. It ain't a sportbike.
ORIGINAL: veniculum
I agree with you Craig...I can ride my WG just as hard with forward controls as I could any other bike with mids.
.................................................. ......
...In the end, they're all harleys...they're all big, heavy, and none of them are lightning....
.................................................. ....
...but if you really want to ride like you're at the track, I'm not sure why a harley would be anyone's first choice to begin with.
.................................................. ......
.you buy the one that makes you drool the most when you look at it
...you buy the one that makes you feel like you're one with it when you sit on it.
.................................................. ...........
Todd
I agree with you Craig...I can ride my WG just as hard with forward controls as I could any other bike with mids.
.................................................. ......
...In the end, they're all harleys...they're all big, heavy, and none of them are lightning....
.................................................. ....
...but if you really want to ride like you're at the track, I'm not sure why a harley would be anyone's first choice to begin with.
.................................................. ......
.you buy the one that makes you drool the most when you look at it
...you buy the one that makes you feel like you're one with it when you sit on it.
.................................................. ...........
Todd
mud
Tourer
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 426
Likes: 0
From:
RE: dyna: why mid controls??
Good job! That is why mid controls are better. In an accident like that you will mess up your ankles,knees and hip sockets due to compression injuries, if you have forward controls. Granted forward controls look cool. Plus I can ride farther with Mid-Controls. It seems to me when I had forward controls it shifted my hips enough to cause discomfort after 500 miles. I have ridden 1000 mile days before with minimal discomfort. I have to admit with getting older, I get stiff and sore a little sooner, even though Harley saddles have gotten a lot more comfortable.
Road Warrior
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 1,828
Likes: 4
From: Central Jersey
RE: dyna: why mid controls??
ORIGINAL: mudpuddle
Several things up there that are just plain wrong.
mud
Several things up there that are just plain wrong.
mud
Can't respond to something that unspecific...
What I will say is, my comments were based on my own experience and opinion.... everyone's got opinions, and one opinion isn't anymore right or wrong than any other. That would be like telling someone who doesn't like a certain food or drink that they're wrong for liking it. That's just silly.
Todd
Road Captain
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 642
Likes: 1
From: Luckey, Ohio
RE: dyna: why mid controls??
Rode a friends Bob with the forward controls and have to say that i felt awkward and off balance...seemed like there would be a hard time getting your feet down quickly if needed. That isn't to say that highway pegs might not come in handy for long hauls...although i think they mess up the looks of the front of the bike. Guess i'll stick with the mids...they work for me.
Road Captain
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 594
Likes: 5
From: Akron, Ohio
RE: dyna: why mid controls??
I put forwards on my last bike (a '94 suzuki intruder 1400) and when I got my Dyna I just couldn't get comfortable with the mid mounts. I replaced them with forwards and I like the ride a lot better. It all comes down to riding style and personal preference. Now I have to do something about these uncomfortable buckhorn bars....
Advanced
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 97
Likes: 0
From: Wisconsin
RE: dyna: why mid controls??
My Bob has Mids, but I rented a Sporty Custom with forwards. I like'em both actually. However, it is cheaper to install hiway pegs than forward controls. Besides, I think for the type of riding I do (lots in town) I prefer mids.
However, the point was made in a different thread...and I think it is a good one...that if you have your feet on the forwards and have to react quicky, it could be a problem.
What wasn't stated is that the same is true if you have mids and forward controls and your feet are on the mids...it works both ways.
dirty
However, the point was made in a different thread...and I think it is a good one...that if you have your feet on the forwards and have to react quicky, it could be a problem.
What wasn't stated is that the same is true if you have mids and forward controls and your feet are on the mids...it works both ways.
dirty
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Mar 2006
Posts: 2,622
Likes: 7
From: Gulf Coast
RE: dyna: why mid controls??
I think the diffference is that if you have forward controls and are using th mids,you'r just changing positions for a little while to a more upright posture and your position is such that all you have to do is move your foot forward and you're in control. Whereas if you're on the fwd hwy pegs you're leaned back with your legs extended and the move backwards to get to the brake or shifter would be a much more difficult transition. At least it is for me.
Good Luck
Tom
Good Luck
Tom
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Southpaw Super Glide: A Left-Hand-Drive 1979 Harley FXE Built to Fit the Rider
Verdad Gallardo
Advanced
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 50
Likes: 0
RE: dyna: why mid controls??
I have mid-controls on my Lowrider and would never change them,I like being on top of everything especially in a crisis situation you can react much faster.I have highwaypegs when I want to stretch out for the long haul.I never did like the looks of the brake pedal sticking out past the engine either,it spoils the clean lines.Besides who wants to lie down while riding anyway,you're liable to miss something exciting by falling asleep at the handlebar.
Road Warrior
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 1,751
Likes: 1
From: USA
RE: dyna: why mid controls??
I've always preferred mid-controls (disclaimer: I'm 5'6"). Not only do I feel a little more in control, I can stand up on the pegs if necessary if I'm coming up on a really gnarly bump. However, my Lowrider has the highway pegs which are nice when I'm out on the open road and want to stretch a little. So I have the best of both worlds.