How do forward controls work?
Forward controls use extensions that allow the original pedals and levers to be replaced in order to move the critical controls forward on the bike. That allows the driver to extend the legs and still reach the controls, which can provide a more relaxed posture for the rider.
Are there any forward controls on a Dyna?
Would love to put the FLD floor baords on, but they may end up being more than the forward controls. So it will probably be reduced reach forwards with the heel rests or Kury mini boards. Nathang, Are those standard forwards or extended forwards on your bike?
How to install forward controls on Harley Softail and Dyna?
The bulk of the project is removing your outer inner primary to get to the main shifter arm. Seriously, don’t sweat it. You can do this project right in your very own shop or garage! Now, imagine all the money you will save by not taking your motorcycle to the dealership to have this done.
Do you need a dealership to install forward controls?
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What does reduced reach mean on a Dyna?
IMO….”reduced reach” forward controls are contradictory terms. I have had both forward controls on one Dyna and mid controls WITH forward pegs (as on a Lo Rider) on another. For me…the mid controls with forward highway pegs was the way to go.
The bulk of the project is removing your outer inner primary to get to the main shifter arm. Seriously, don’t sweat it. You can do this project right in your very own shop or garage! Now, imagine all the money you will save by not taking your motorcycle to the dealership to have this done.
Can you change the controls on a Dyna Glide?
If your bike came from the factory with mid-mounted controls, changing them out for a set of forward mounted foot pegs and controls can be done easily, in just a few hours. This article applies to the Harley Davidson Dyna Glide (2000-2016).
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Can a mid control be converted to forwards?
Click to expand… Sounds like it was originally mid controls converted to forwards. In that case the bike still has the correct inner primary. OP will just have to re-install all the original mid control parts. OP can go to Ronnies Parts Finder and locate the correct diagrams for his specific model to determine which parts he’ll need.