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| - | ====== REF: Body Parts - Sub-01G ====== | + | ====== REF: Body Parts - Sub-30G ====== |
| - | [[:techtalk:menu|{{ :techtalk:gototechnicalmenu.jpg|}}]] | + | ====== TC Bros Mids (102-0077) for 1991-2003 models ====== |
| - | ====== REF: Wheels, Brakes & Tires ====== | + | Article by racemoto of the XLFORUM ((https://www.xlforum.net/forum/sportster-motorcycle-forum/sportster-motorcycle-suspension-frame-forks-handlebars-fuel-tank-oil-tank-fenders/196328-experience-with-tc-bros-mid-controls-or-forward-controls?t=2072837)) \\ |
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| - | ====== Brake Pedal Mods ====== | + | |
| - | ===== Custom trap style brake pedal ===== | + | |
| - | |{{techtalk:ref:body:custom_trap_style_brake_pedal_mod_14_by_dk_custom.jpg?direct&300|}}| | + | [[http://www.tcbroschoppers.com/sportster-mid-controls-kit-for-91-03-5-speed-by-tc-bros-choppers.html|TC Bros Mids (102-0077)]] - $250: \\ |
| - | | Custom trap style brake pedal. ((photo by DK Custom of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1582019&page=17)) | | + | (click on the link above for a video and PDF installation instructions) \\ |
| - | The brake pedal has to be removed for cutting and shaping. \\ | + | Bolt on mid controls made in USA. \\ |
| - | First, to cut the OEM 'arm' off with an angle grinder. \\ | + | Designed to fit all 883 and 1200 Sportster 5-speed models produced from 1991-2003. \\ |
| - | Then to shape it flat on top and the right side and drill & tap a hole to install the "Trap" Style pedal. \\ | + | Hardware and mounting instructions included. \\ |
| - | | The existing pedal was cut off with an angle grinder. ((photos by DK Custom of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1582019&page=5)) ||| | + | **Features**: \\ |
| - | |{{techtalk:ref:body:custom_trap_style_brake_pedal_mod_1_by_dk_custom.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{techtalk:ref:body:custom_trap_style_brake_pedal_mod_3_by_dk_custom.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{techtalk:ref:body:custom_trap_style_brake_pedal_mod_4_by_dk_custom.jpg?direct&300|}}| | + | * CNC machined 6061 aluminum folding foot pegs with non-slip knurled finish. |
| + | * Precision fit bronze bushing pivots. | ||
| + | * TIG welded mounting brackets with black powdercoat finish. | ||
| + | * Foot position is the same as a set of OEM Harley mid controls. | ||
| + | * Replacement parts and tech support after the sale. | ||
| - | | Brake arm sanded smooth on top and the side. ((photos by DK Custom of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1582019&page=5)) ||| | + | **Review**: ((racemoto of the XLFORUM https://www.xlforum.net/forum/sportster-motorcycle-forum/sportster-motorcycle-suspension-frame-forks-handlebars-fuel-tank-oil-tank-fenders/196328-experience-with-tc-bros-mid-controls-or-forward-controls?t=2072837)) \\ |
| - | |{{:techtalk:ref:wheels:custom_trap_style_brake_pedal_mod_5_by_dk_custom.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{techtalk:ref:body:custom_trap_style_brake_pedal_mod_6_by_dk_custom.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{techtalk:ref:body:custom_trap_style_brake_pedal_mod_7_by_dk_custom.jpg?direct&300|}}| | + | * I am extremely happy with the purchase. |
| + | * Shifting is super-crisp and direct. | ||
| + | * The material is awesome and the finish as well. | ||
| + | * All fits perfectly, nothing is missing – super awesome! | ||
| + | * I find the price to be super fair. | ||
| + | * Installation was super easy at app. 3 hours not being in a hurry. | ||
| - | |Pedal fitted to mark the hole location. The hole was drilled with a 17/64" bit, and then threaded with a 5/16"-24 tap. \\ (same bolt that comes with the Trap Shift Peg, or the same thread as used on the shifter) \\ This hole could have been drilled straight through with a nut on the end of the bolt but this way looks cleaner. ((photos by DK Custom of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1582019&page=6)) ||| | + | These were purchased to replace the forward controls on a 2001 1200C. \\ |
| - | |{{techtalk:ref:body:custom_trap_style_brake_pedal_mod_8_by_dk_custom.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{techtalk:ref:body:custom_trap_style_brake_pedal_mod_9_by_dk_custom.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{techtalk:ref:body:custom_trap_style_brake_pedal_mod_10_by_dk_custom.jpg?direct&300|}}| | + | The forward pegs were left on with the installation of the mids. \\ |
| - | |This could be powder coated with the removal of the bushing in the brake arm.||| | + | Parts: ((photos by racemoto of the XLFORUM https://www.xlforum.net/forum/sportster-motorcycle-forum/sportster-motorcycle-suspension-frame-forks-handlebars-fuel-tank-oil-tank-fenders/196328-experience-with-tc-bros-mid-controls-or-forward-controls?t=2072837)) \\ |
| - | |This is how much was original cut off. ((photo by DK Custom of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1582019&page=6))|Final fit to match edges if needed. ((photos by DK Custom of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1582019&page=6))|Bolted, painted and ready to go. ((photos by DK Custom of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1582019&page=6))| | + | |{{:techtalk:ref:body:102-0077_tc_bros_mids_1_by_racemoto.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{:techtalk:ref:body:102-0077_tc_bros_mids_3_by_racemoto.jpg?direct&300|}}| |
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| - | ===== Mod for Using a Shifter Peg on the Brake Lever ===== | + | Left side: ((photos by racemoto of the XLFORUM https://www.xlforum.net/forum/sportster-motorcycle-forum/sportster-motorcycle-suspension-frame-forks-handlebars-fuel-tank-oil-tank-fenders/196328-experience-with-tc-bros-mid-controls-or-forward-controls?t=2072837)) \\ |
| + | |{{:techtalk:ref:body:102-0077_tc_bros_mids_8_by_racemoto.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{:techtalk:ref:body:102-0077_tc_bros_mids_9_by_racemoto.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{:techtalk:ref:body:102-0077_tc_bros_mids_10_by_racemoto.jpg?direct&300|}}| | ||
| - | The stock brake pedal was cut off the lever. \\ | + | Right side: ((photos by racemoto of the XLFORUM https://www.xlforum.net/forum/sportster-motorcycle-forum/sportster-motorcycle-suspension-frame-forks-handlebars-fuel-tank-oil-tank-fenders/196328-experience-with-tc-bros-mid-controls-or-forward-controls?t=2072837)) \\ |
| - | |Make the cuts. ((photo by HarleyScuba of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=790182&page=2))| | + | |{{:techtalk:ref:body:102-0077_tc_bros_mids_4_by_racemoto.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{:techtalk:ref:body:102-0077_tc_bros_mids_7_by_racemoto.jpg?direct&300|}}| |
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| - | The end was shaped and a hole was drilled and tapped 1/4"x20 to accept the shifter pedal. \\ | ||
| - | A 17mm socket was used to drive out the plastic sleeve before powder coating. \\ | ||
| - | Be sure to let the powder coater (if not you) all areas to tape off before application. \\ | ||
| - | Else the powder coat will end up hindering installation and / or operation. \\ | ||
| - | |Shape, tap and powder coat. ((photos by HarleyScuba of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=790182&page=2))||| | ||
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| - | |Finshed product. ((photos by HarleyScuba of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=790182&page=2))||| | + | \\ |
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