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Old Aug 11, 2009 | 02:52 PM
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I'll be ordering a set today for my new to me '08 FLHX. My size 13s just don't have enough room for comfort. The heel shifter will be going soon as well. Also may try to find a smaller brake pedal as I typically only use the hand brake anyway.

The Soos extensions will be a huge help.

If you remove the rear shifter make sure you carry it in your bag in case you need it in an emergency.
 
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I'll be ordering a set today for my new to me '08 FLHX. My size 13s just don't have enough room for comfort. The heel shifter will be going soon as well. Also may try to find a smaller brake pedal as I typically only use the hand brake anyway.
Removing your rear shifter will also leave a void on the shift shaft which will have to be made up with a spacer. There are some after market pieces available.
 
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Old Aug 13, 2009 | 09:47 AM
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Removing your rear shifter will also leave a void on the shift shaft which will have to be made up with a spacer. There are some after market pieces available.
Just received the shift spacer today and removed the rear shifter. Tossed it into the tool bag as suggested. Man, I hope I don't ever need it though! Looking forward to the SOOS floor board spacers. My heel keeps slipping off the right side when I rest my toes on the highway pegs.
 
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My heel keeps slipping off the right side when I rest my toes on the highway pegs.
Mine did too. With the Soos Extensions you'll be just fine and able to rest your heel comfortably.
 
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Hey Magnus, the Rider's Kit should definately help with that problem.
 
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The spacers also help if you have an extended air cleaner like I do (zippers taller air filter element) to allow your feet to be out farther.
 
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The spacers also help if you have an extended air cleaner like I do (zippers taller air filter element) to allow your feet to be out farther.
I can imagine how much more comfortable it would be with a larger aftermarket air cleaner. It's so much better even with the stock!!
 
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Hey Soos, Will the passenger floorboard interfere with using a center stand?
 
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Hey Soos, Will the passenger floorboard interfere with using a center stand?
No, there should be no interference with that application. The passenger brackets are situated up and away from the undercarriage where the center stand is located.
 



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