HD Forwards vs. Kuryakyn Forwards
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HD Forwards vs. Kuryakyn Forwards
Hello All,
I just picked up an almost new 2012 Dyna Super Glide Custom last week. After reviewing all the forums out there regarding HD this was by far the most helpful place for advice out there!
Just to give a little background I am 24, 6ft 2" with a 33-34 inseam and 200lbs. The bike currently has mid controls and with my height it's almost impossible to operate the shifter without lifting my foot off the pegs.
I searched the forums and it seems like people prefer the Kuryakan forwards as they are a little "beefier" than the HD Forwards, and easier to install as you can leave the mid shift lever in place if you prefer.
I have a little mechanical experience but would prefer to not take the primary off or cut the shaft behind the primary (knowing me even with tape I would scratch it somehow)
My question to everyone out there is after you installed/used the forwards you have which do you prefer? Has anyone out there used the Kuryakan kit and left the shifter in place tucked away and had any issues? Would you suggest the standard forward controls or the extended controls? Any concerns with the cap provided from Kuryakan to cover the old spline from the shifter?
Any advice would be appreciated and feel free to shoot me the link if this has already been covered and I missed it in the search.
Thanks to all!
I just picked up an almost new 2012 Dyna Super Glide Custom last week. After reviewing all the forums out there regarding HD this was by far the most helpful place for advice out there!
Just to give a little background I am 24, 6ft 2" with a 33-34 inseam and 200lbs. The bike currently has mid controls and with my height it's almost impossible to operate the shifter without lifting my foot off the pegs.
I searched the forums and it seems like people prefer the Kuryakan forwards as they are a little "beefier" than the HD Forwards, and easier to install as you can leave the mid shift lever in place if you prefer.
I have a little mechanical experience but would prefer to not take the primary off or cut the shaft behind the primary (knowing me even with tape I would scratch it somehow)
My question to everyone out there is after you installed/used the forwards you have which do you prefer? Has anyone out there used the Kuryakan kit and left the shifter in place tucked away and had any issues? Would you suggest the standard forward controls or the extended controls? Any concerns with the cap provided from Kuryakan to cover the old spline from the shifter?
Any advice would be appreciated and feel free to shoot me the link if this has already been covered and I missed it in the search.
Thanks to all!
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Joined: Mar 2012
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From: Ontario, Canada
I have the HD forward controls installed. You can leave the shifter in place or pull the primary. I pulled the primary. Im 5'10 and the standards are perfect for me. You might be better off with the extended controls.
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5'11", 34" inseam on Dynal low
Harley forward controls. After about an hour or two my legs get cramped not being able to stretch out.
Extended or not, you'll want highway bars. The previous owner of this bike had heel rests installed upside down, so the heel rests acted like mini highway bars, but the kit also pushed the standard pegs outward and gave you a "wide stance" while riding.
Harley forward controls. After about an hour or two my legs get cramped not being able to stretch out.
Extended or not, you'll want highway bars. The previous owner of this bike had heel rests installed upside down, so the heel rests acted like mini highway bars, but the kit also pushed the standard pegs outward and gave you a "wide stance" while riding.
Cruiser
Joined: Jun 2011
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From: Cleveland, Ohio
I would suggest having a look at JayBrake forward controls. Real clean lines and great finish. 100% American made.
http://www.jbrake.com/forwardcontrol...ic_radial.html
I am getting the New Image hand controls and calipers from JayBrake!!!
I'm not sure i would like forward controls but if I did get forwards, JayBrake would be my first choice as well.
EDIT: to add, on 2000 and up models, the Classic Series forwards are 2 3/8ths more forward and 1/2 inch lower than stock HD forwards. Which would be better for tall guys like yourself.
http://www.jbrake.com/forwardcontrol...ic_radial.html
I am getting the New Image hand controls and calipers from JayBrake!!!
I'm not sure i would like forward controls but if I did get forwards, JayBrake would be my first choice as well.
EDIT: to add, on 2000 and up models, the Classic Series forwards are 2 3/8ths more forward and 1/2 inch lower than stock HD forwards. Which would be better for tall guys like yourself.
Last edited by jangler14; Mar 21, 2013 at 06:38 PM.
I have the Kury forwards on mine. Real happy with them. Install was easy. Used the cap to cover the shifter. The only problem I had while installing was I couldn't hold the shifter shaft in tight enough while trying to collapse the rubber spacer that goes behind the cap. I just had to sand the spacer a little and then it went together the right way. The rubber is starting to weather crack now, but thats the only issue. I have some close up pics I took for another member if you would like me to email them to you. Oh, by the way, I am about 5'9" with a 30" inseam and they feel fine. I have the Kury Iso-Wing foot pegs that are like a mini floor board that allows me to move my feet around a little.
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I have the Kury ones too, I like them but had I know HD would release the floorboards add on I would have waited and done them instead. Still might at some point.
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Joined: May 2010
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From: Pittsburgh,PA
I have been running Kury forwards a couple years. I added the floorboards to them. Problem I had was the floorboard on brake side came loose. They use the one bolt set up like regular pegs. When I went to tighten or snug them up the bolt snapped and the floor board fell in my hand. If that had happened while riding, your right foot hits the ground and well it gets real ugly after that. I'm going to look for a set of HD forwards and go with the two place floorboard mounting system.
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From: Indianapolis IN
Thanks all for the advice. Went into the local stealer today and decided to go with the HD forwards. Now I just have to wait for the snow to stop... 
Now time to pick up a helmet, jacket, gloves...going to be an expensive month
Now time to pick up a helmet, jacket, gloves...going to be an expensive month