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I just purchased a 2008 FXDSE2 and love it...best bike I have ever had but the brake pedal pad is hard to reach with the air filter cover in the way...anyone know of a source for a matching pad which is a bit wider? \\; Jim
Congrats on the new scoot! I love my FXDSE too and have made a few modifications to mine. One was to find a SMALLER brake pedal pad, but I eventually came back to stock. The Stealth collection of grips, pegs and pedal pads also includes a LARGE which I assume is bigger than the one that came on our bikes. Here's the part number:
Product ID: 42555-04
Description: Fits '80-later Touring and '86-later FL Softail models. Stock on '04 FLHTCSE models. (You'd have to check the hole alignment to ensure it actually brings the pad further out so you can comfortably reach the brake. There are plenty of aftermarket, KĂźryakyn for instance, who make bigger pads. Happy searching and good luck!
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