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Old Apr 3, 2008 | 07:49 PM
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Hi gang, took my first ride today it was awesome, graduating from an XT 350 enduro to the xl 883. I noticed the shocks were not as forgiving. The bike has fwd controls however I found it difficult to get my left boot out between the shifter and peg, is there an adjustment to make to raise the shifter or do I require thinner boots?
 
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Old Apr 3, 2008 | 08:00 PM
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Default RE: Fwd Controls

If you have a Clymer or HD Sportster service manual, it provides instructions on adjusting the shifter height.
It took me about 10 minutes to adjust the height, and it was cheaper than buying new boots.
 
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Old Apr 3, 2008 | 08:11 PM
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just loosen the nuts on the hiem joints and turn the center bar and i think you take one joint loose?been awhile.

where's cHarley when you need him Thanks
 
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Old Apr 3, 2008 | 08:27 PM
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Heres my post with the same question. cHarley helped me out.
https://www.hdforums.com/m_3098538/m...tm.htm#3098538
 
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Old Apr 3, 2008 | 08:52 PM
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Thanks, I read your link great. CHarley is a wealth ofinfo.
 
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