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« on: September 14, 2018, 09:59:31 AM » |
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On face book I saw a advertisement regarding a mod. for the shift lever, it was aircraft grade aluminum, and slid over existing lever and secured with set screw, it extended the shift lever beyond the engine head, anyone have info on this product??  |
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« Reply #2 on: September 14, 2018, 05:55:59 PM » |
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« Reply #4 on: September 14, 2018, 06:09:38 PM » |
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nope, thats not it, I think it stated that the fellow was out of Pennsylvania, and only made 45 units and was selling for $ 45.00 USD per unit.....or something to that effect.....  |
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« Reply #5 on: September 14, 2018, 06:14:15 PM » |
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nope, thats not it, I think it stated that the fellow was out of Pennsylvania, and only made 45 units and was selling for $ 45.00 USD per unit.....or something to that effect..... Sorry, haven't heard of that one.  |
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« Reply #6 on: September 15, 2018, 06:57:46 AM » |
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nope, thats not it, I think it stated that the fellow was out of Pennsylvania, and only made 45 units and was selling for $ 45.00 USD per unit.....or something to that effect..... I saw it. It's basically a longer knob for your toe to make hitting it easier. Might work with the H-T mod I put out later after implementing it. |
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« Reply #7 on: September 15, 2018, 10:24:22 AM » |
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Mark, do you have any more info.... who to contact, ect... ?? ???
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« Reply #8 on: September 15, 2018, 03:56:41 PM » |
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The only real reason that I passed this design off to Mark T,was because He has experience selling mods to you fellas. Unless he radically changes my design, which he may... , I believe that he is going to need left side footpeg mounts and one inner shift lever from each buyer...( that's the way I did the original design) You guys can ask him but I would personally go to E-bay and buy one of each. Those are the basic "raw" materials needed to get the ball rolling (in my opinion anyway) I would also pick up a pair of the Harley levers that I originally pictured ,as well. Mark ,I think has other ideas. He doesn't like Harley Levers, I think he said. I think this will keep the fabrication and the costs down....just my 2C's worth
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« Reply #9 on: September 15, 2018, 06:24:42 PM » |
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Your design looks fundamentally sound, at my first review of it. Don't see a need for major changes and have ideas on how I'll make it happen. I said, I'm not working on this while I have pipe jobs in process. I don't have anything against Harley parts - I didn't say that. Though if they have the HD brand, I wouldn't buy them just because you are then paying extra $$ for that brand and it has no value to me. I went to a HD clothing store to buy doo rags for a ride with my grandson in WI, from Kenosha to Washington Island last year. Wifey insists doo-rags be worn inside her helmets, which fit him. The rags with HD logos were around $25. The unbranded ones, with the flag design, were like $6 - what I wanted anyway.
I am not deciding without the implementing work, what parts will be needed. BTW, core exchanges might sound brilliant to the uninitiated but when you actually put a product on the market that requires it, you run into problems with cooperation from the public, and core parts damage. Not gonna explain that here, but to say many people who promise to return cores, don't even with a core charge on it. Haven't seen a side stand core returned yet. However a simple part like the peg mount, is sturdy, generally not going to be damaged. That footpeg mount may be a good candidate for an exchange, as it will save fab labor starting with that piece, and help keep the cost down. I have made some measurements and have some ideas regarding making the mod universal so it will work with any exhaust, and with the peg lower kit, and making it easy to install w/o special tools or skills. But I might find exceptions or limits on non-OEM accessory fitments as I get underway. Meanwhile I'd just say - as my Dad did years ago - "Keep your pants on buster." This might be a good winter project for you to plan on. I may be busy until the end of Nov and I am going deer hunting in KS first part of Dec again this year. Helping my disabled pal - if he gets one, yours truly does the grunt work.
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« Reply #10 on: September 15, 2018, 08:55:00 PM » |
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I have bought all the parts needed to do the shifter mod. -
( http://www.valkyrieforum.com/bbs/index.php/topic,81509.0.html )….
BUT, I have an original RattleBar Heel/Toe Shifter on my 99 CT...This being said, I have found out that I need to Modify the Mod. so I can still use my Rattlebar H/T Shifter...If you look at the Mod. Pics, you will see the part #s to buy and how many...I did get these, but with the Rattlebar H/T Shifter, I find that the bolt and brackets that go on the shift arm itself ( the bolt and brackets on the right side of the picture ), will not line up correctly with the Rattlebar Shifter....So, I am thinking of using slightly Longer bracket or brackets and bending them in a 90* angle so it is flush with the shifter bar and then either using JB Weld or locating the bracket mounting bolt so it does NOT interfere with the Rattlbar Shifter...Really need to show what I mean in a photo, but I really like my Rattlebar H/T Shifter, and this does seem like a great Mod. to use on the Shifter Mechanism...If any one has done this Mod. on their Shifter that they have done with a Rattlebar H/T Shifter mounted, I would like their input before I TRY to Modify mine...!!! Just putting in my thoughts...!!!
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« Reply #11 on: September 16, 2018, 04:24:29 AM » |
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Mark T., I appreciate your wisdom about these matters.It surprises me that so few guys would send back the "core" parts. I have a hunch that many think "I'll keep it around in case I change my mind".
Personally, I figured that guys supplying me with the parts as needed would keep my costs down if I was trying to do this...my obvious lack of experience...is why you are the man for the job. TG
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« Reply #12 on: September 17, 2018, 10:51:59 AM » |
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I remember Honda or an aftermarket company used to make a shift peg extension that mounted directly over the existing shift peg (I do not remember whether the rubber stayed on or needed to be removed). Have not seen one advertised in many years. Another option is the Kuryakyn 8021 or 8856 Long Shift/Brake Peg. Find it here or here. It will not not add a lot, but will be longer (and looks nice). Requires a little bit of work--cutting, drilling, and tapping. A nice write-up with photos is here: BigBF's Kuryakyn Shift Peg. |
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« Reply #13 on: September 18, 2018, 09:51:27 AM » |
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I hadn't actually seen Big BF's mod before but I actually went the same way.
I bought a new OEM Shift peg (Just in case).
Whacked off the pin, drilled and tapped for the Kuryakyn Shift Pegs.
Bought both the short and longer version ( just in case ).
LocTite, and a nut on the back side and I have a much easier to reach shift peg.
AND it looks good with Kuryakyn ISO Hand Grips I put on my 99 Interstate.
Just rode it over 1K miles up in the mountains of GA,NC,VA and TN and had a great week riding.
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« Reply #14 on: September 19, 2018, 04:54:03 PM » |
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https://m.facebook.com/groups/642576109419780?view=permalink&id=712200285790695That is the facebook link to what you are looking for i believe. Cindy is getting together an order for a production run. She has a friend that is making them. Not something in production yet and only going to be one batch made i believe. If you want one let her know soon
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« Reply #15 on: September 19, 2018, 05:42:27 PM » |
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YES,,, Cindy Ewing..... how do I contact her.. |
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« Reply #16 on: September 23, 2018, 05:42:01 PM » |
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through facebook is the only way i know her. if you have facebook i would contact her that way.
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« Reply #17 on: September 24, 2018, 06:40:13 AM » |
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lot of Cindy Ewings on FB
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« Reply #18 on: September 24, 2018, 01:12:11 PM » |
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lot of Cindy Ewings on FB
Yep, found her, thanks.... |
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« Reply #19 on: September 24, 2018, 03:11:33 PM » |
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lot of Cindy Ewings on FB
Follow the link. Send the cindy that made the post a message. She is the only cindy on that post. |
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« Reply #20 on: September 24, 2018, 05:18:04 PM » |
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MrGeoff, it would be great to see a photo of the final shifter.  |
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« Reply #21 on: October 03, 2018, 12:16:09 AM » |
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Well it sounds a bit de class, but I modded a piece of scrap tent pole, for my shifter adaptor. My height causes my foot to be in the wrong location for my shifter, as it was stock. What I did is take an old scrap piece of tent pole tubing, which was the perfect diameter by the way, I cut about six or eight inches off, pushed it onto the original shifter with the rubber still on it. Voila, problem solved, now my toes dont become painful when shifting. Its been on there for a couple thou miles, and three years now, its never loosened up at all. I did not need to add any kind of tightener or anything, it just was pushed firmly on, and its never loosened or anything. I actually had the identical setup on my 1400 Ninja,,,, yes I know,, blasphemy,,!!!,,,,,,,,,,,, when I sold that bike,,,,thank God,,!!!,,,,, the new owner didnt want the modded shift lever at all, since he is only about five eight compared to my six five height, so the Ninjas stock shifter worked good for him.
Just put a caliper on your shifter rubber thing, and buy a piece of tubing with an ID that will fit very snugly on it. If I remember correctly, I did adjust the shifter a bit also, I think I raised the tip of the shifter to give me some additional clodhopper foot room. Ive got lots of scrap tent pole tubing left, if you want a piece, will be happy to cut you off six inches. You can contact me thru pm for details.
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« Reply #22 on: October 03, 2018, 08:42:51 AM » |
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I might look into that... thank you ..my man!!  |
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« Reply #23 on: January 10, 2019, 07:02:04 PM » |
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I might look into that... thank you ..my man!! Did you actually try my zany mod using the tent pole tubing?? I made mine look a little spiffier, with a rakish slash cut , with bevel,,, on the end,, and some of that ole magic, flat black paint to cover up that puke green tent pole color. Mine is still working fine after another season. Nothing beats a zero cost fix especially one that looks stockish with just a hint of custom work. |
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« Reply #24 on: January 11, 2019, 10:54:53 AM » |
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The mod I did when I bought the bike is pretty simple. I drilled out the original stem, threaded the hole and screwed in 3/8" threaded rod(Loctite!) that's about 1 3/4" longer than the OEM, and added some rubber grommets to fill the added length. I rotated the lever up as much as possible. I had to cut off the upper wire that is welded to the shifter arm to raise it enough for my riding boot to slip under for upshifts. The Result...Much improved access for both up and down shifting.  |
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« Reply #25 on: January 12, 2019, 02:54:19 AM » |
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The mod I did when I bought the bike is pretty simple. I drilled out the original stem, threaded the hole and screwed in 3/8" threaded rod(Loctite!) that's about 1 3/4" longer than the OEM, and added some rubber grommets to fill the added length. I rotated the lever up as much as possible. I had to cut off the upper wire that is welded to the shifter arm to raise it enough for my riding boot to slip under for upshifts. The Result...Much improved access for both up and down shifting. I have had a spare shift level for a while to try something like this. So glad see you have done it. My only concern would be the added angular stress on the shifter shaft thus requiring that shifter mod that I think Mark T posted that stops that shifter shaft movement. Thanks for posting this picture, |
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« Reply #26 on: January 12, 2019, 01:54:20 PM » |
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The mod I did when I bought the bike is pretty simple. I drilled out the original stem, threaded the hole and screwed in 3/8" threaded rod(Loctite!) that's about 1 3/4" longer than the OEM, and added some rubber grommets to fill the added length. I rotated the lever up as much as possible. I had to cut off the upper wire that is welded to the shifter arm to raise it enough for my riding boot to slip under for upshifts. The Result...Much improved access for both up and down shifting. I have had a spare shift level for a while to try something like this. So glad see you have done it. My only concern would be the added angular stress on the shifter shaft thus requiring that shifter mod that I think Mark T posted that stops that shifter shaft movement. Thanks for posting this picture, Ya, it may do that. I had a senior moment a while back and forgot to put the dipstick back in and got oil all over the engine case, including around the shifter. I got it all cleaned up and noticed that shifting was easier after that??? Now I give the area around where the shifter exits the engine case a shot of white lithium. Not sure why it helps, if the engine oil lubes it from inside?? |
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