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Just purchased a Harley iron 883, and would like comments regarding forward controls for this model. As I am 5,3 inches tall, I wonder if my legs will be long enough to reach pegs?
 
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Welcome to the HDFORUM, Christian.

I hope you continue to enjoy your ride here with us on the HDFORUM.

Only as a suggestion, create a signature line similar to my one line on my bike information.

The year, model, and all the letters Harley assigned to the bike. It will appear at the bottom of your post.

You can also add a favorite picture to the signature line.

Doing this will be helpful if you ask a question, or to someone asking a question. All Harleys aren't the same with many changes and variations over the years.

If you like, you can also add a favorite picture for an Avatar you see at the top left of all your post.

PS.. This is welcome area.. Best questions be ask using drop down menus..

Suggestion you make another new post on that here..

https://www.hdforums.com/forum/sportster-models-10/

My guess is they will reach but not fill all that comfortable and secure without what I call spurs that drop down to catch your hills. What's on my Softail. I am 6'3"
 

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Welcome from Spartan Country, Michigan!
I tell a lot of new comers to the forum to get: Factory Service manual and the Parts manual. Take to an office supply store and have them put a spiral binder in place of the glued binder. That will let the manuals lay flat on your bench. Get a three ring binder and record all your maintenance, repairs, accessories, etc. This will be a great reminder of what was done when. And great material to pass along to the new owner should you sell and upgrade. Also know how large your fuel tank is, a rough idea of your range per tank, and record your fuel usage. I have an app called Simply Auto that I record all my fuel used. I use the odometer and use the fuel gage as reference only. I reset the odometer to zero on fill ups, and I know I can safely get 200 miles on a tank on around town riding, and upwards of 230+ on trips.
 
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Moved to the Sportie section from the Welcome section
 
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Depending on your inseam.
@5'3" you should be able to use forwards on an 883 with no issues.
But leave the mids.

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