Heel/Toe Shifter Question
RE: Heel/Toe Shifter Question
i use the heel shifter all the time and find it easier just kick it down when down shifting steping on it down again but in the front seems pretty easy to me. I tried the toe shifting but its not for me
Road Master
Joined: May 2007
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From: Sydney
RE: Heel/Toe Shifter Question
firstly regarding finding neutral - you should find it easier as the bike wears in. I found mine very stiff and hard to "find" first 1-2000.As Ionly use the heel for finding neutral now considering taking off ... too many stories of catching your pants when dismounting.
Novice
Joined: Oct 2007
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RE: Heel/Toe Shifter Question
i just got my deluxe a few weeks ago..i'm totally a newbie..still waiting to take the msf course, still learning about my bike..but i did have dh remove the heel shifter as right now it's enough for me learning to use the toe shifter. and i keep putting my heel on the heel shifter from scooting my foot back on the floor board. i may have him put it back on once i'm more comfortable on the bike. he has a heritage and likes the heel shifter.
also i have a heck of a time getting my bike in neutral!! glad to hear it will eventually get better.
also i have a heck of a time getting my bike in neutral!! glad to hear it will eventually get better.
Intermediate
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RE: Heel/Toe Shifter Question
I removed mine, now it gives me more space for my foot before it always felt like my foot was stuck, also i almost dumped the bike twice when getting off my heel got stuck. also i lifted the toe lever an inch and my boot fits under it better. for netural i take it to first then ease it into neutral just have to get use to that.
Intermediate
Joined: May 2008
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From: metter, ga
RE: Heel/Toe Shifter Question
I'm with alot of these other guys..rode mine a few days and removed the heel shifter..Way more room on the floorboard and alot more comfort...
YES...the trans will loosen and break in and neutral will be much easier to find
YES...the trans will loosen and break in and neutral will be much easier to find
Road Master
Joined: Dec 2007
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From: Sierra Vista, Arizona
RE: Heel/Toe Shifter Question
I dont like the heel shifter either. I took it off and put the chrome harley cover on the end of the shaft. Problem is it moves the toe shifter closer in toward frame and I have to force my foot inward. What I did was remove the chrome cover and toe shifter then put the heel shifter shaft w/o the "pedal" on it back on but facing forward like the toe shifter then put the toe shifter back on and it moves it out where its suppose to go.
Road Warrior
Joined: Dec 2007
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From: Ma
RE: Heel/Toe Shifter Question
man oh man. heel shifter adds a style to riding youre gonna miss out on if you take it off... so dont do it.
engagethat clutch, lift your foot up and step down on that "heel shifter"... with your toe! ...thats how its done! ...now youre stylin'
engagethat clutch, lift your foot up and step down on that "heel shifter"... with your toe! ...thats how its done! ...now youre stylin'
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Road Master
Joined: Jan 2007
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From: East Alton IL
RE: Heel/Toe Shifter Question
Harley came out with this little gizmocalled the foldingheel shifter p/n 33876-07
Folding Heel Shifter
Give your left foot a little extra room. Folding Heel Shifter permits the rider to move the rear shift peg out of the way when on the open road, while retaining heel/toe shift functionality around town. Positive detent holds the peg in the selected position. Easy to install, the replacement rear lever is chrome-plated, and shaped to match the Original Equipment toe shift lever. Lever accepts stock or accessory shifter peg.
I LOVE my heel shifter by the way
Folding Heel Shifter
Give your left foot a little extra room. Folding Heel Shifter permits the rider to move the rear shift peg out of the way when on the open road, while retaining heel/toe shift functionality around town. Positive detent holds the peg in the selected position. Easy to install, the replacement rear lever is chrome-plated, and shaped to match the Original Equipment toe shift lever. Lever accepts stock or accessory shifter peg.
I LOVE my heel shifter by the way
