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Old Oct 24, 2009 | 02:42 AM
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I guess that not being tall does have an advantage or two. I can see how that might be uncomfortable at times, but why not just put on some highway pegs and call it a day? I'm just curious.
 
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Old Oct 24, 2009 | 06:21 AM
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yes i will post some pics just as soon as i figure out how to . different strokes for different folks. if touring bikes came with forward controls stock and people put floorboards on some people would ask why. i'm not real tall, 6'ft 34 inseam, i just like being different, doing things that a lot of people don't do, just so they can ask why, or say thats stupid or WTF. hahahaha, anyone know how to post pics?
 
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Old Oct 24, 2009 | 07:27 AM
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Originally Posted by Agnes the dog
I guess that not being tall does have an advantage or two. I can see how that might be uncomfortable at times, but why not just put on some highway pegs and call it a day? I'm just curious.
One advantage to forward controls over highway pegs is you've got your brake and shift lever right where you need them.
 
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Old Oct 24, 2009 | 12:12 PM
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Originally Posted by Twinrider
One advantage to forward controls over highway pegs is you've got your brake and shift lever right where you need them.
Very true.
Plus, highway pegs put your feet way out there away from the frame.
Made me feel like a sailboat!
With the forward controls, I don't need to move them, they're comfortable all the time.
And I like being different too!
 
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Old Oct 27, 2009 | 05:04 PM
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Thanks for the explanations. It makes a little more sense to me now. I think I'll stick with my boards though. Good luck with your projects!
 
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