11-09-2013, 12:58 AM
A quick detour back to the original topic - foot controls.
The Buell footpegs are relatively inexpensive and lower the ride position by a full inch. While they require some filing to fit, they don't interfere with the side stand. The extra leg room makes for a very relaxed ride.
I took them off after several rides to save my boots. They are just too low for anything more than gentle cornering.
I ordered a set of SP Takegawa footpegs from Takashi. Nearly 3 times the cost as the Buells. However, unlike the Buells which appear to be cast aluminium, the SP Takegawa units are clearly machined with nice sharp edges.
They are designed to adjust peg height up, forward and backward, but not lower. I guess that makes sense for the Japanese marketplace.
With some grinding and fitting then can be made to operate in a lower position. However in full low position they interfere with the side stand loop.
I ended up moving them forward and lower, approximately 0.3" in both directions. Now the sidestand doesn't make contact, although the access to the sidestand loop is blocked. Instead you have to engage the end of the sidestand- surprisingly quick, easy and natural.
I absolutely love them. Such a small difference in position seems to make a big difference. They feel great, look great and provide a super solid grip.
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The Buell footpegs are relatively inexpensive and lower the ride position by a full inch. While they require some filing to fit, they don't interfere with the side stand. The extra leg room makes for a very relaxed ride.
I took them off after several rides to save my boots. They are just too low for anything more than gentle cornering.
I ordered a set of SP Takegawa footpegs from Takashi. Nearly 3 times the cost as the Buells. However, unlike the Buells which appear to be cast aluminium, the SP Takegawa units are clearly machined with nice sharp edges.
They are designed to adjust peg height up, forward and backward, but not lower. I guess that makes sense for the Japanese marketplace.
With some grinding and fitting then can be made to operate in a lower position. However in full low position they interfere with the side stand loop.
I ended up moving them forward and lower, approximately 0.3" in both directions. Now the sidestand doesn't make contact, although the access to the sidestand loop is blocked. Instead you have to engage the end of the sidestand- surprisingly quick, easy and natural.
I absolutely love them. Such a small difference in position seems to make a big difference. They feel great, look great and provide a super solid grip.