Anyone else like their mid-controls?
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RE: Anyone else like their mid-controls?
I have the 1200N and with the seat being as low as it is, and I am 5'10", I just didn't feel comfortable with the mids. I had a metric cruiser for a year and it's standard controls were about the same place as the forwards on my HD.
I have never really been comfortable on a crotch rocket either. My back is worn out and I am only 34. I just can't lean over to ride.
I have never really been comfortable on a crotch rocket either. My back is worn out and I am only 34. I just can't lean over to ride.
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From: NEW YORK
RE: Anyone else like their mid-controls?
I like the mids..But I also have the foward adjustable highway pegs to stretch out..Best of both worlds for me..See picture below..As you can see..It's a nice change up..
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Amy your hot....
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RE: Anyone else like their mid-controls?
I like the mid controls because most of my rides are recreational rides in the twisties outside of town here in TN. I feel mids give me more control in the turns. But I have highway pegs on also and my feet are almost always up when driving straight and level.
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RE: Anyone else like their mid-controls?
I'm pretty happy with the mid controls on my XL1200L. On occasion, I do find that my jeans can get caught on the peg when I put my left foot down. Particularly if they have a boot cut. I guess that I just have to get used to it.
I've ordered the three-way adjustable highway pegs from HD. I think that they look great and will be a nice option when I want to stretch out.
I am wondering whether changing the pegs from standard issue rubber finish to polished steel or chrome will help as I'm sure that it's the rubber that catches against the denim. Any ideas?
I've ordered the three-way adjustable highway pegs from HD. I think that they look great and will be a nice option when I want to stretch out.
I am wondering whether changing the pegs from standard issue rubber finish to polished steel or chrome will help as I'm sure that it's the rubber that catches against the denim. Any ideas?
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RE: Anyone else like their mid-controls?
Here are the ones I put on my 2005 XL1200R:
http://www.ironcitycycles.com/invent...7&nav_1=28
MUCH less expensive than Harley's, they include the pegs, and they are identical to what Harley sells...
http://www.ironcitycycles.com/invent...7&nav_1=28
MUCH less expensive than Harley's, they include the pegs, and they are identical to what Harley sells...
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RE: Anyone else like their mid-controls?
ORIGINAL: Lewd_Dude
This what you had in mind?
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ORIGINAL: Amy
Ohhh stop that you boys....yall are going to giv me a big head.
Ohhh stop that you boys....yall are going to giv me a big head.
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No that's not what I had in mind.......silly boyAnd thank you Vinny
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RE: Anyone else like their mid-controls?
I'm 5-foot 6-inches with a 30" inseam. Mid controls felt cramped and the bike felt top heavy. Installing forward controls changed the entire attitude of the bike for me. Low-speed handling improved, long-range riding became more comfortable, and I was finally able to put my feet down exactly where I wanted to at a stop.
I prefer forward controls for those reasons. Well worth the investment in my case.
I prefer forward controls for those reasons. Well worth the investment in my case.
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From: Wheeling, WV
RE: Anyone else like their mid-controls?
Thought they wereGood until I put on the highway pegs. Then my hips startedcramping all the time when I had to actually use the Mids to shift or brake. SoI installed forward's. I'm 5'10" and have 30" inseam. I love the forward controls.[8D]
Edited: So if anyone wants to by a stock rubber set of mids and/or the chrome w/rubber highway peg set up, just let me know.
Edited: So if anyone wants to by a stock rubber set of mids and/or the chrome w/rubber highway peg set up, just let me know.