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Old Mar 18, 2010 | 05:59 PM
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Quick question for you guys. What do you think of the Performance Machine +2" Contour Forward Controls? I am a tall rider (6'3") and was thinking of purchasing these. I have a 2002 Night Train and I do like to stretch out a bit. What are your opinions of these? They don't have a +3" option or I would jump on these in an instant. Worried that the +2 might not quite be enough..... I am guessing that the build quality of these is great but I am getting to that conclusion just from looking at their posted photos... Talked to Shawn at Dr. V-Twin about the Ness 3" extension brackets and we ended up getting into a conversation about the PM controls. He seemed to know his sh*t and nice enough guy, don't think he's just trying to upsell me something (well...., maybe just a little bit) but he did get me to thinking that I might just want to spend the money..... Dammit.... Gonna have to but the little lady flowers after this one.
 

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I think they will suit you quite well. 1" can make a world of difference as she said, but they are very nice controls. I can get them for a great discount too. Pm for info please. Also, talk to crazy canuck, he just bought A set I believe.
 
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Originally Posted by jchadw
Quick question for you guys. What do you think of the Performance Machine +2" Contour Forward Controls? I am a tall rider (6'3") and was thinking of purchasing these. I have a 2002 Night Train and I do like to stretch out a bit. What are your opinions of these? They don't have a +3" option or I would jump on these in an instant. Worried that the +2 might not quite be enough..... I am guessing that the build quality of these is great but I am getting to that conclusion just from looking at their posted photos... Talked to Shawn at Dr. V-Twin about the Ness 3" extension brackets and we ended up getting into a conversation about the PM controls. He seemed to know his sh*t and nice enough guy, don't think he's just trying to upsell me something (well...., maybe just a little bit) but he did get me to thinking that I might just want to spend the money..... Dammit.... Gonna have to but the little lady flowers after this one.
I got in touch with our PM rep and he said to go for the 2" contour forward controls over the standard.

I will get you the best deal we possibly can. These are only available through PM direct. Drag doesn't carry them.

Just let me know if you want to go the Ness or PM way. Either way, we are here to help and will get you what you need.

Thanks!

Shawn
 
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i think performance machine makes a quality product!! expensive though,love the wheels and hand controls, i have a front brake caliper from them! top product
 
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Originally Posted by kiwideuce
i think performance machine makes a quality product!! expensive though,love the wheels and hand controls, i have a front brake caliper from them! top product
You said it! Expensive, but PM and RSD's stuff is like artwork!

I can't wait to get my PM wheels!

Shawn
 
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