How To: Harley FORWARD CONTROLS Install!

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How to install forward controls on a Harley-Davidson Sportster!
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@its_yaboy_j5278 4 жыл бұрын

With all these videos, I have the perfect go to guide for any kind of how to, installs, and mods I could want for a bike.

@BlockheadMoto 4 жыл бұрын

Hope they help you out when the time comes! 👍

@mikechoi184 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos taught me how to ride and now to work a little on my Iron 883. After watching this video, I had the confidence to swap out the cheap forward controls for some OEM Harley ones. Quite the difference. Thank you for all your great video content and for all the future ones you make.

@soorajsaikumar 4 жыл бұрын

This is what i did as my first mod for my 883. The comfort is surreal and even more comfy if you have tall bars.

@ironhog6818 3 жыл бұрын

Just picked up forwards for my '18 Iron 1200. Planning on installing tonight after work with this video and instructions from HD. THANKS Block.

@jays6274 4 жыл бұрын

The organization in your shop make me happy.

@RamboHikes 4 жыл бұрын

Thankfully on a 2017 Iron 883 it's much easier to remove the brake side linkage, only downfall is it's held in with a flimsy C-clip and a pin. I was able to remove my mids without removing the exhaust but like you said, it's much easier. So much more comfortable with forwards though, great work Blockhead!!!

@saliston 4 жыл бұрын

You really keep your tools organized very nice.

@michaeljames6821 4 жыл бұрын

It was like the old days seeing you work on the iron....loved it. Keep them coming bro. PIECE.....

@BlockheadMoto 4 жыл бұрын

Nostalgia for sure, haha

@miporsche Ай бұрын

Our family 2007 Sportster has mid controls. My daughter is 5'3". She has trouble pushing the side stand forward past the pegs, they're in the way. Great design, Harley! My 6'2" son rides it, too. He is so cramped, we installed highway bars and pegs for him. When I ride it, the pegs are in the way of me putting my feet down at the stoplight. So for all those reasons, forward controls are in the future. Thanks for the excellent tutorial video!

@MiguelAngel1897es 3 жыл бұрын

Dude you make awesome videos, subscribed for sure. I love your bikes and your garage keep it going bud!

@blackbeard9545 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much man! I have a 1200 Nightster and I'm 182 cm AND and I have a short achillies tendon so riding for a mere 10 min would already give me cramps. I wasn't sure if I would be able to change the controls but now I know how. I appreciete it a alot!!

@chiguy_ 4 жыл бұрын

being a long limed person it is nice to have the fwds to help with fatigue. not as nimble persay but still good. fun vid as always cheeers.

@roddybaba 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man, you got the best bike tutorials on youtube, especially since i ride a sportster. Thought i would have to have a pro put these controls on but it looks pretty basic.

@AutoAuctionRebuilds 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this bro!

@Don_Kedich 4 жыл бұрын

Definitely saving this video for future use, I plan on getting the Iron 1200 for my first bike and I want to install forward controls on her. 5'8 180 Lbs Appreciate the vid Blocker smocker!

@hackattack7811 4 жыл бұрын

Good thing you recorded this. That's alot of parts to remember where they belong

@georgejed2255 4 жыл бұрын

Hello Block, I hope you and your family are safe. It's amazing how you make this Interesting to watch, especially with ONE Hand. Thanks for that. lol

@BlockheadMoto 4 жыл бұрын

All good here, hope you and yours are safe as well. Thanks for watching!

@Sharty_McFly 4 жыл бұрын

Nice man! I just redid my forward controls last week. Those spring washers for the footpegs were a pain in the ass for me to get just right lmao

@agheraparth16 Жыл бұрын

After searching for 3 hours i finally got a precise video on foot peg !! Worst motorcycle ever for replacing parts... Have to remove various parts for installing one tiny shit !

@Bald_Sauerkraut 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video this is first thing i’m doing when I get my bike!

@OHBUCKEYESisBACK 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video, helped me install my forward controls today!

@linux_38 4 жыл бұрын

Yes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! About time you put forward controls on it, I did it on my 883 and it was a day and nigh difference I recommend to everyone. Great video man.

@BlockheadMoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@dutchboyblues8998 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Awesome how to vid. At 5’ 8” In height I found the mid controls uncomfortable on my 2020 Roadster. Noticed that on my first 100 mile ride in 30 years, and yes gonna upgrade seat also. Thanks again, enjoy all your vids. Dutchboyblues, Boston, Ma.

@exexpat11 3 жыл бұрын

I just bought a Roadster also. King Cobra seat and better pegs are my first mods. Forwards will be coming. 5'10.

@airlionman1852 4 жыл бұрын

Literally was just watching your install videos yesterday and I was like damn he doesn't have a fwd control install

@BlockheadMoto 4 жыл бұрын

Took me awhile, but finally got around to it! haha

@kennethloke5944 4 жыл бұрын

Hey block, thank you so much for talking me into a bike. I'm 18 and own a 87 sportster 883 and damn I'm enjoying building it. Gonna learn how to ride on her.

@BlockheadMoto 4 жыл бұрын

Happy the vids helped out!

@maximumeffortflsb2715 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video will probably do this mode down the line. I'm installing new slip ons to my Iron 1200 see you around Orlando or Kissimmee area man.

@jameswhelan2082 4 жыл бұрын

That was really good well done Blockhead, not hard to do feel confident in doing my 2020 low rider s now keep up ya work 👍

@cesarzamora2354 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video! I have a Nightster 1200 and feel cramped on it and been wanting to put on some forward controls. I was unsure how difficult an install would be, but it doesn't seem too bad even for a shade tree mechanic like me. Thanks for all the info!

@SeismicSales Жыл бұрын

I have the same bike, I get a hip pinch after about 15 minutes. Were you able to install it and how do you like it?

@robertlumsden942 4 жыл бұрын

nice to have these for reference. good job.

@1p99games2 4 жыл бұрын

Great video keep up the good work

@davidpeterson943 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent vid Block. Thx

@TheKamikaze104 4 жыл бұрын

I'm 6'1", I never had problems with my mid controls. They definitely help in the streets of San Francisco. I like to stand on them over speed bumps.

@BlockheadMoto 4 жыл бұрын

I've walked on San Fran streets, would def keep the mids!

@commonsurvivor Жыл бұрын

I'm 61 also and just rode to work for the first time on my 883 and my leg cramps right when I got to work. It did come with a $99 Amazon seat though which sucks for sure I need to switch that out too.

@TheKamikaze104 Жыл бұрын

@@commonsurvivor yea the seat can make a difference. Either switch to forward controls or get a seat that pushes you back a little bit

@squilla7005 3 жыл бұрын

Great video man. Your channel is the first place I go when I have install questions! Also, did you or should I replace the gasket for the exhaust when you reinstall? Keep the great content coming!

@ohthedude 4 жыл бұрын

just did the opposite on my 2018 Fat Bob. Went from forwards to mid. Much better than forwards on long trips. Feels more like floor boards.

@ginogarcia1107 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks dude doing this tomorrow!

@ILike2Tinker 4 жыл бұрын

Can't wait to see it with the new exhaust!

@ControlRider 4 жыл бұрын

Me either

@romeojua23 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video..thanks for the help!🤙

@stevenlawrence2790 Жыл бұрын

I have an 03 100th Anniversary xl883r , which is now 20yrs old making it a little harder to find certain parts. But loving the bike only 5k on it. New tires on it now, still had the 20yr old factory tires on it 😅 making me realize, the brake fluid & etc is 20yr old too.. Paint and everything is in great shape

@SteveTemplePilot 4 жыл бұрын

Buddy, I can't thank you enough for the very informative videos and the inspiration.

@BlockheadMoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, I appreciate it!

@RowdyRowe2 4 жыл бұрын

Sadly, I can’t ride my (new to me) 2001 Sportster 1200 Custom since the Ohio BMVs are still closed and Bell hasn’t shipped my helmet I ordered April 6.. love watching the videos! Gotta get my motorcycle fix somehow!

@rafaelh2504 3 жыл бұрын

Nice! Thanks for the video!!!

@chucktheobald4931 4 жыл бұрын

Good video! Thanks

@maritimeme 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks again good information

@multimediachile2024 4 жыл бұрын

im from chile but always go to orlando i love it there. was there this march....just before COVID. now is all dead i think. hope to be there soon and meet u blockhead! i have an iron 883

@clarkbabin9799 4 жыл бұрын

Had a sportster custom with Harley installed forward controls and a sportster low with mid controls. I'm 5'8"and the controls were the only thing I didn't like on the low. My legs felt cramped and like my knees were in my face.

@micknicola6171 4 жыл бұрын

how do you like the forward controls on it? maybe make a vid of your thoughts?

@joshualandry3160 3 жыл бұрын

These HD forward controls are unobtainium right now. They are out of stock online and I bought the last brick and mortar ones with 100 miles. Really looking forward to installing them as soon as my new pegs get here.

@LOAZFK 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers mate am doing my conversion this weekend this is very helpful. Quick question the second breather filter on your air intake what is it?

@karantaylor2462 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Blockhead!! Appreciate ya!!

@BlockheadMoto 4 жыл бұрын

👊

@mikeg4501 10 ай бұрын

Love that bike

@mariahm.7199 4 жыл бұрын

“Put a little drop of lock tight...... that’s a big drip....” lol whoops 🤣🤣🤣 thanks Blockhead! Do the Low Rider S next!!!! But only if you want to it is your bike 👌🏻 seriously appreciated this! Was super helpful

@kilojoliet3855 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother.

@twodogs2076 4 жыл бұрын

Man you make working with snap rings look easy.

@BlockheadMoto 4 жыл бұрын

The Harley ones are a pain in the ass! The normal snap rings are MUCH easier!

@twodogs2076 4 жыл бұрын

That would explain my frustrations 👍

@bobnordin291 4 жыл бұрын

don't even have a bike but enjoyed it great stuff

@BlockheadMoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@twistieslayer3592 4 жыл бұрын

I like my mid controls. I purchased a Saddlemen seat that pulled me back and sat me up higher. So my Mid controls feel more like forward or extended reach mid controls.

@BlockheadMoto 4 жыл бұрын

That works! Did the same on my Softail FXLRS

@Sweethomemovers 4 жыл бұрын

Love This Video :)

@BlockheadMoto 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@DRelektro13 11 ай бұрын

Please take my 2022 Street Bob and turn it into a Bobber 🙏🏼 great videos love you guys!

@JJones-jo4yt 4 жыл бұрын

Some grease on the pivot points is a must.

@Delzona 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! I already have forward controls on my Sportster 72, but still found the video interesting. I wish the brake linkage was adjustable like the shifter side is.

@BlockheadMoto 4 жыл бұрын

That'd be nice, I wish!

@Delzona 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve actually have been looking into making my own adjustable rod so I can adjust the brake pedal to flatter (more forward) position.

@jonnymac8925 4 жыл бұрын

@@Delzona you can adjust it, but not much. Under the rubber coat that covers the spring at the end of the brake rod there are two nuts to adjust it (maybe 1/2 inch to 3/4) which isn't much but it might be enough to get it where you need it. I had to put a bracket on my frame to mount my forwards with my new exhaust and it caused my brake pedal to run horizontal to the peg which was no good. I was able to adjust it a small amount but ended up switching to mid controls two weeks later haha, if that isn't enough, DK Customs makes adjustable brake rods for each set up. I would have ordered one, but the shipping was more than the part because I am Canadian. If you want your brake pedal to be horizontal, order the little bracket from Vance and Hines for their stainless 2-1 system to relocate your forwards. It will cause it to flatten out. You can see mine @trucker_mac on instagram and I can send you some pictures!

@ear3800 3 жыл бұрын

this got to be the cleanest and sickest iron

@Joshthecrazy1 4 жыл бұрын

Don’t own an iron (own a 18 street bob) still loved watching, always informative. What stand are u using? Will it work on a street bob.?

@xapaiz 2 жыл бұрын

Hey, I just noticed something at 6:35, perhaps that hole in the exhaust bracket was to insert the socket key

@earlnolf 2 жыл бұрын

Watching this now because the other day riding my 2007 sportster with forward controls went to go over a pothole stood up a little and the bolts on the brake side snapped off while I was doing about 45 mph. After I EZed out the snapped off blots (that no shop in the area would touch) remounted the peg and brake. Made for a much more exciting Sunday ride than I was looking for. I watched this to see if you would mention something about that and how to prevent it.

@johnbrian118 Жыл бұрын

Wow! I over torqued the brake linkage and it broke off from V-Twin manufacturing. What brand did you have that broke? Just curious-my parts seemed too "soft"

@alex5761 4 жыл бұрын

I noticed you have the 2016 and up rear shocks for sportster on your iron!!! Do they make a big difference from the old ones?

@JoseGonzalez-hp9oi 3 жыл бұрын

Looks better!

@dragonmarx3028 3 жыл бұрын

Well done..

@potheadjoe4505 4 жыл бұрын

So I have a question I'm 15 and 5'5 and I've been thinking about buying a grom because of your inspiration and I've just been thinking about how it be for me I'm not in the skinny set and I'm about 180 but slim should I buy the grom

@srgrtz 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your video block..... do you it will work if I have already installed a engine guard on my iron 883 2020?

@darlenecorreia5773 Жыл бұрын

You mentioned standing when going over a pothole or tracks, etc. With forward controls, is it still possible to stand or at lease raise up? I'm 5'5" and sat on the 2021 Iron 883 at the dealer, it has mid controls. I immediately felt cramped with my knees higher than i'd like them, and told them to put forward controls on.

@MotorcyclingwithCarl 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Blockhead I need to take a ride on a bike with forward controls to see how it feels.

@GIJOE573 Жыл бұрын

That's a good looking crank case breather

@Gordos_photographyy 4 жыл бұрын

Blockhead, is there a way to adjust the angle of both the brake and clutch to be more parallel to the ground?

@TonysGarage 4 жыл бұрын

Forwards are a must on the iron in my opinion. 👊

@BlockheadMoto 4 жыл бұрын

Definitely!

@ElitusCleetus 2 жыл бұрын

Got this on my 883 much more comfy

@laurencechopperlukasik6107 3 жыл бұрын

I'm looking for black forward controls for my 2019 Heritage 114, any idea where I can find it?

@darkjediknight187 4 жыл бұрын

Nice micro tech!

@DavidSvare 2 жыл бұрын

Is there any way to add floorboards to the sportsters as well?

@assyx4607 4 жыл бұрын

After reviewing some vids including captain ana, i just got the idea maybe you just can sweet talk her todo some vids for smaller riders. I'am just 5'6 HUGE with a ~28 inseam. After selling my BMW because shes just to high for me, it will be a HD. I'am looking at the Iron 883 and the roadster, but have to test them first and try to get my feet on the ground. But i bet alot of not tall people would love that ;) Keep going the good work. Maybe a how to fit a Harly to your needs (lower seat, suspension) is possible, too? ;)

@lomparti 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video. What height are your apes?

@Wezerskill Жыл бұрын

I’m so f#cking love this channel dude ❤❤❤ Can i put this kit if i have stock exhaust?

@jasonconaway69 4 жыл бұрын

Sorry if I missed it in a past video, but what exhaust are you going with on the Iron?

@BeastMW2Mode 4 жыл бұрын

Fowards 🤘🏼

@monks883goldandsilverleaf3 10 ай бұрын

Would the forward controls still work if you put the big radius exhaust back on?

@bigmac869 3 жыл бұрын

How would the forward controls be affected by a crash bar? I have 1200 sportster superlow with crash bar.

@sadema5353 2 жыл бұрын

I broke my gear shifters... can I get a replacement for just the shifter??? Or is it that the whole things comes only as a (forward control )set..

@stephenanthony55 4 жыл бұрын

Tried to install a new HD forward control set for my 07 XLSportster883R. When I finished the right side (brake)..I couldn't hook up the linkage rod..it seems as though it is about 1 1/2 inches too long. Same set up as yours from what it appears. No matter how I arrange things... the rod is too long. Set was new from HD. What am I missing?

@shawnjoseph7522 4 жыл бұрын

Will you do the forward controls for the low rider s?

@FauziNomad 4 жыл бұрын

Hey there Blockhead please make a review of Royal Enfield Classic 500/Continental GT

@Hun_solos 3 жыл бұрын

I’m like 6 foot should i do forward controls or tall bars first. Only can afford one right now.

@trust085 4 жыл бұрын

I am picking my iron up on Wednesday! Wanna install these on it

@BlockheadMoto 4 жыл бұрын

Nice, congrats!

@lacindahughes8657 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks..

@luish8056 4 жыл бұрын

The stars are aligning. Pretty soon there won’t be anything keeping me from getting an Iron 883!

@Zer0Mood 2 жыл бұрын

Just go for the 1200 bro! By the time you've acclimated to the 883, you'll be wanting to go a bit faster. 1200 is the true best bike for beginners, and just anyone who likes true sportsters

@kolbymackell1 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! Kinda curious what bike was under the shop blanket against the wall... future project?

@BlockheadMoto 4 жыл бұрын

Future project for sure, it'll be revealed to you all when the time is right 😁

@davidzhao6270 11 ай бұрын

when you ride with forwards, do you feel air filter is in the way?

@brendanmullen1677 8 ай бұрын

Mate on my 883 I was able to remove it all without taking exaust out. Two Allen key bolts under exaust removes the whole foot peg in one piece apart from break rod linkage. Why did you remove so much ? Is this a modified exaust ?