Thinking About Forward Controls...
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Thinking About Forward Controls...
...it seems like it would make a significant difference. Especially since I have a new seat on the way. However, I'm kind of hesitant as it's about $500 from HD. I don't want to cheap out
on controls, but at the same time, $500 seems a little steep. Anything else out there that works, or is it unrealistic to expect quality forward controls for less?
on controls, but at the same time, $500 seems a little steep. Anything else out there that works, or is it unrealistic to expect quality forward controls for less?
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I definitely don't like them so I sold mine for Ł80 on eBay and bought some genuine Mid Controls for about the same money . There's no point in paying $500 when people are always swapping them around .
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I ordered a black set on Amazon and they are China made, but the quality is good. Harley is too much $$$. I did have to tap the rod for the rear brake cylinder into a course thread, but i had the necessary tools.
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I like forward controls. A couple of things not much mentioned:
1. Much easier to push while seated. The pegs don't get in the way.
2. "Feels" lower- I can put my feet straight down.
3. Easier to locate the jiffy stand when parking.
I've had it both ways on my '04- forward controls are way better for me.
1. Much easier to push while seated. The pegs don't get in the way.
2. "Feels" lower- I can put my feet straight down.
3. Easier to locate the jiffy stand when parking.
I've had it both ways on my '04- forward controls are way better for me.
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You should be able to get it online from Surdyke for 15-20% less. I had HD install my forward controls when I bought my XL1200T, they took 10% off and knocked $25 off labor. Its not cheap but the quality is great and made a huge improvement over the stock mid-controls. At 510 its the right amount of stretch for me and works perfect with my Russel Day Long seat. This has turned into the best bike Ive ever owned.