2014 Low Rider
Road Captain
Joined: Mar 2010
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From: Wisconsin
I do not like where the rear brake pedal engages. I feel that I have to roll my ankle too far forward and it's difficult to apply pressure. I have adjusted it as well as possible but I really think it's a poor design. When I sit on a Street Bob with standard mids it feels better but I have not taken one out on a test ride.
Road Warrior
Joined: Jun 2014
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From: north Carolina
I do not like where the rear brake pedal engages. I feel that I have to roll my ankle too far forward and it's difficult to apply pressure. I have adjusted it as well as possible but I really think it's a poor design. When I sit on a Street Bob with standard mids it feels better but I have not taken one out on a test ride.
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From: Illinois
Thanks. Would love to see some pics of your bike. I have a simple Canon point and shoot that takes some really good pics. I upload them to photobucket. Makes posting pics easy.
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From: Illinois
Agreed. I still am not sure I am getting any rear brake action. Wish DK or someone made some kind of fix for this issue.
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From: SWFL
It's all got to do with the geometry of those further forwards - when you press your foot is basically extending beyond where you have optimal strength. It's just akward. Adjusting the pedal up is about all we can do. I'm actually considering going to reg mids because I use my rear every time I apply the brakes...
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Seasoned HDF Member
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From: Illinois
Would be nice if HD fixed the rear brake issue. I would have been happy to have regular mid-mounts on the LR.
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