Motorcycle Forward Controls Vs Mid Controls

Switch up your position for maximum comfort and style.

Motorcycle forward controls vs mid controls. So when I want to ride a bit more aggressively I can use my mid controls and when I want to chill I can use the forward controls. Actually the reduced reach controls on my wifes bike raise the controls. Forward controls are more comfortable when cruising long distances.

With aftermarket controls you can have them positioned exactly where they are most comfortable for you while youre riding. I live in a city but can travel out to country so mids are great for city life forward controls are nicer for long cruiser rides IMO. That said you get used to the forwards and can balance accordingly.

One such amendment that many motorcyclists have added to their bikes is a forward controls kit. Harley-Davidson V-Rod Mid-Control Kit. If youre buying a new bob just a heads up that factory installed forwards will save a bunch of coin.

BILLET FORWARD CONTROL KITS FOR BIG TWIN SPORTSTER. The Lowrider is originally equipped with Mid Controls IIRC. BILLET FORWARD CONTROL KITS FOR BIG TWIN SPORTSTER.

Shop forward controls from top brands like Accutronix Arlen Ness Bikers Choice GMA JP Cycles Kuryakyn Performance Machine Roland Sands Design TC Bros and V-Twin Manufacturing and experience world. To me it seems that you loose so much of the maneuvering ability of the bike. Most stock motorcycles come with mid controls which are located straight down from where the driver is sitting on the motorcycle.

Moves the controls 75 forward from the mid-control foot position providing a comfortable riding position. Ideal for taller riders or those that like to stretch out when hitting the open road. I want to leave the mid controls and in addition add forward controls.