??? Move controls forward... Options???

Txtac · 04-08-2013, 01:35 PM

Is there a relocation kit to move my controls forward on my Vulcan 1600 that will accomodate the crash bar and the lowers?

I am finding my legs are a little longer and more forward on the boards that I originally thought. Would be much safer and less shifting and braking issues if I could move the controls forward.
Like the ride, but need to get my feet forward.... ya, I'm a long legged kinda guy

Jeffsmountainauto · 04-08-2013, 03:37 PM

I had looked into forward controls and found nothing that appeared to work with highway bars. If you find something post a link. I am interested as well.

Loafer · 04-08-2013, 04:44 PM

I've never seen anything available for that application.

blowndodge · 04-08-2013, 05:02 PM

My Victory has adjustable shifter and brake peddles.

Monkeyman · 04-08-2013, 09:36 PM

The 'boards don't move, just the levers/pedals. Still, nice to be able to adjust the levers/pedals. It would be nice to be able to adjust the heel shifter angle to match the toe shifter when you adjust it down. If you move the shift lever lower, the heel shifter goes way up. The Nomad shifter assembly is one of the best out there and had me spoiled. Separately adjustable heel and toe shifters, not much movement needed to complete a shift, heel shifter out of the way, etc.

davidhollinger · 04-08-2013, 09:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Monkeyman

The 'boards don't move, just the levers/pedals. Still, nice to be able to adjust the levers/pedals. It would be nice to be able to adjust the heel shifter angle to match the toe shifter when you adjust it down. If you move the shift lever lower, the heel shifter goes way up. The Nomad shifter assembly is one of the best out there and had me spoiled. Separately adjustable heel and toe shifters, not much movement needed to complete a shift, heel shifter out of the way, etc.

amen, I took mine off the other day to bleed the clutch and played with the position of the heel shifter before settling back on the original spot. But nice to know I can move it around..

Txtac · 04-09-2013, 01:32 AM

Well, I'll keep looking then. Thanks for all the input.

I probably just need to get some more seat time and get use to it first. I had to have it on my old bike, so I figured they'd have it for this bike, which is a much nicer bike. :-)

Txtac · 04-09-2013, 01:32 AM

Oh ya. If I find anything, or make something, I'll let y'all know.

Bud2rat · 04-09-2013, 03:40 PM

What about a seat mod? Have the seat modified so that you sit farther back in the seat. Just a thought.

yoda · 04-09-2013, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Bud2rat

What about a seat mod? Have the seat modified so that you sit farther back in the seat. Just a thought.

Logical.

Txtac · 04-17-2013, 04:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Bud2rat

What about a seat mod? Have the seat modified so that you sit farther back in the seat. Just a thought.

I have the mustang 2pc, but I'll look into that. Where do I look first though? I'm in DFW, if you know a local

dyetube · 04-17-2013, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Txtac

I have the mustang 2pc, but I'll look into that. Where do I look first though? I'm in DFW, if you know a local

I live here in DFW as well (McKinney) and don't think there is anyone local that can help.

xlock · 04-17-2013, 10:53 PM

I am 6'4" w/ 34" inseam and use my highway pegs on the crash bars 95% of the time. I have found shifting and braking with my heel while my feet are still on the pegs to be natural and easy.
Also did a seat mod to move me back as far as possible...here is a link to my thread on that.
http://vulcanbagger.com/forums/showthread.php?t=28900

Txtac · 04-18-2013, 02:19 AM

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Originally Posted by dyetube

I live here in DFW as well (McKinney) and don't think there is anyone local that can help.

Well, I guess we are neighbors. I live just west of you and right north of Frisco

Txtac · 04-18-2013, 02:21 AM

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Originally Posted by xlock

I am 6'4" w/ 34" inseam and use my highway pegs on the crash bars 95% of the time. I have found shifting and braking with my heel while my feet are still on the pegs to be natural and easy.
Also did a seat mod to move me back as far as possible...here is a link to my thread on that.
http://vulcanbagger.com/forums/showthread.php?t=28900

Thanks... I'm 6'2" but 36" inseam. Must be all ... LOL

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04-09-2013, 01:32 AM	#7
Txtac Jr. Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Gods Country... TEXAS OF COURSE!!! Posts: 19	Well, I'll keep looking then. Thanks for all the input. I probably just need to get some more seat time and get use to it first. I had to have it on my old bike, so I figured they'd have it for this bike, which is a much nicer bike. :-) __________________ My success in life is measured by the number of hunting and fishing stories my kids can share with others. '06 Vulcan 1600 Nomad (rare Silver and Hunter Green... How fitting)
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04-08-2013, 03:37 PM	#2
Jeffsmountainauto Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Auburn, CA Posts: 416	I had looked into forward controls and found nothing that appeared to work with highway bars. If you find something post a link. I am interested as well.
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xlock Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Concord, NC Posts: 406	I am 6'4" w/ 34" inseam and use my highway pegs on the crash bars 95% of the time. I have found shifting and braking with my heel while my feet are still on the pegs to be natural and easy. Also did a seat mod to move me back as far as possible...here is a link to my thread on that. http://vulcanbagger.com/forums/showthread.php?t=28900 __________________ '11 Vaquero '00 Nomad 1500fi - Sold - '92 Vulcan BUBF 1500 Bobber -Sold - VBA Member # 02057 Last edited by xlock; 04-17-2013 at 11:04 PM.
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