So I just got my 1000 mile service done ($200) and while They were doing that I had them throw on some Forward Controls.

I did the change for 2 reasons, 1st my legs were cramping up on long trips and didn't want to add highway pegs. I am trying to strip everything off I don't need.. 2nd I think they make the bike look better in the sense that the engine/tranny area isn't cluttered with controls.

So I pay and off I go, wow what a difference in feeling... still (after a 25 mile trip home) a little awkward. It was like switching from my Sportbike to the Harley for the first time..

Needless to say, I think it is a nice touch and didn't have a leg cramp once... ok ok it was a little ride home but hey.

Tim

 

I got on mine and was fine straight off the bat. I am long legged so I really am not stretched out at all though.

 

The second or third stoplight and you will be used to lifting those gams forward,and that's it!

 

Yeah I am 5' 8ish... they seem to fit nice, I just had to look down a few times to see where stuff was at.

 

Forgot to mention, The 1st stop light I am taking off and went to put my feet where the mids where hahaha that was funny, foot slung back and I just tried to play it off lmao..

 

tried to play it off... lol... that is funny. seems like i do that too on different occasions...

like when the old lady catches me talkin to some hottie...

it don't take long to get used to... I have to say I prefer the feel of mids as far as 'being in control' of the bike, but i also love the forwards for comfort.

you shouldn't be disappointed with them....and like you said, they just look better.

 

The 05 Sportster I had was the first bike I have ever had with forward controls. It was weird for about a day then I got used to it and wouldn't want to go back to mids.

 

Yeah I went for a small 50 mile ride yesterday, they felt normal, I agree that you loose a sense of control, I fell like when I hit the throttle hard I will just fly off so holding on is more. Over all they are great, and no craps!... thats what we aim for right, a bike you can ride all day that still looks sweet, Once my camera charges I will take pics.
Tim

 

The older you get the more you'll like them.Next is a back rest and a cup holder LOL!

 

^^ haha