New Lowered Footpegs (buell Ulysses)

This weekend i decided to put on my new foot pegs i bought a month ago(procrastinator). I also had my Corbin seat "redone" by someone who reforms seats for the crew at the ST-1300 site www.st-owners.com. Putting on the foot pegs was a breeze, to make them solid just use the washer that is normally on the outside of the OEM pegs and put them between the new pegs and the bracket, they are solid after that, not wobbly at all.

So when it came to adjusting the brake and shifter, the shifter was no problem, the brake, a bit more of a problem. I took off the adjusting nut to get more threads. I went for a ride today to test it out and to scrub in my new D220 rear. During the ride the rear felt like i was locking it up sometimes, a bit unnerving. When i got home, the rear brake rotor was HOT, and very difficult to turn. It was fine when cooled down.

I believe that the extreme adjusting of the pedal is what did it. I had the screw turned all the way in, and there was no delay before the cylinder was engaging, and i backed it off a little and it "seemed" the wheel turned easier. Has anyone run into this?
I am going to heat and bend the pedal to get it where i want and not turn the adjuster all the way, i want some slack.
The good news is that the seat and pedal combo has done the trick of eliminating "Butt Burn", something long legged skinny thigh people deal with on M/C. The seat reforming entailed of sending it to Fla, along with pictures of you sitting on the bike.
Basically he dishes out the seat area and builds up the thigh area. PM me if anyone would like to get a hold of him.

Hey,

I realize that this is an old post, but I wondered if I could get some more info, as I can't find any, anywhere.

1. It's specifically the Buell Ulysses pegs that are a straight swap, is it? I've seen other posts elsewhere that take a Buell XB9S pair of footpegs, a lot of grinding, bushings and sleeves to make them work. I'm looking for a more clean solution. Ref is http://www.vfrdiscus...amp;qpid=335047

2. I've seen the BLS option for this also (http://www.vfrdiscus...php/t34097.html), but it looks like there's potential interference with the sidestand.

Not that I care about that much, I always leave the bike just lying on the ground. <grin>

Cheers,

Get the BLS blocks. The sidestand does touch on the 5th gen, but it affects nothing and if it bothers you you can hold it off with a small bolt. I'm picky but ended up letting it touch the stand. LOVE the BLS blocks!

See my install thread for Larry's Lowering Blocks and what I did about the sidestand here:

http://www.vfrdiscus...p...c=34097&hl=

The Buell Ulysses mod was so easy, it can be done in a couple of minutes and with no extra work necessary.
There is a washer that is on the outside of the pin that holds on the VFR pegs, just put this washer between the Buell pegs and the peg holder to make it a bit tighter and you are done. No bushings or grinding, a straight swap.

Hmmm...

We have competing input.

Yaknow, I think I'm going to have a go with the Buell Ulysses footpegs 'cuz they're real cheap compared to the BLS solution, plus if I f**k up or it doesn't work, I can sell them (at huge mark-down) to a pal as spares. Thanks peeps.

The biggest problem seems to be sorting out the brake, but even that doesn't seem to be insurmountable for a shade-tree mechanic like me.

So, I'll hie myself to the local HD dealer tomorrow.

Again, thanks.

Yaknow, I think I'm going to have a go with the Buell Ulysses footpegs 'cuz they're real cheap compared to the BLS solution, plus if I f**k up or it doesn't work, I can sell them (at huge mark-down) to a pal as spares. Thanks peeps.

Well, (finally, after being seriously messed around by the local H-D dealer) the Buell pegs are fitted. Really easy. No problems with the gear lever, brake lever or light switch adjustments.

I've only had a chance to take a short ride so far, but I definitely felt less 'pretzeled' than before. There's no reduction in ground clearance, either, as the 'hero' nubs on the Buell pegs are much shorter than the vfr's.

Thanks for the info khyron. http://www.vfrdiscus...tyle_emoticons/default/smile.gif

Buell Pegs FS- $30 shipped, brand new in plastic bags, looks like I miised simon here, PM if you want them thanks, Doug

I am interested in ordering bls footpeg lowering brackets. Can someone give me contact info for ordering? Thank you

This weekend i decided to put on my new foot pegs i bought a month ago(procrastinator). I also had my Corbin seat "redone" by someone who reforms seats for the crew at the ST-1300 site www.st-owners.com. Putting on the foot pegs was a breeze, to make them solid just use the washer that is normally on the outside of the OEM pegs and put them between the new pegs and the bracket, they are solid after that, not wobbly at all.

So when it came to adjusting the brake and shifter, the shifter was no problem, the brake, a bit more of a problem. I took off the adjusting nut to get more threads. I went for a ride today to test it out and to scrub in my new D220 rear. During the ride the rear felt like i was locking it up sometimes, a bit unnerving. When i got home, the rear brake rotor was HOT, and very difficult to turn. It was fine when cooled down.

I believe that the extreme adjusting of the pedal is what did it. I had the screw turned all the way in, and there was no delay before the cylinder was engaging, and i backed it off a little and it "seemed" the wheel turned easier. Has anyone run into this?
I am going to heat and bend the pedal to get it where i want and not turn the adjuster all the way, i want some slack.
The good news is that the seat and pedal combo has done the trick of eliminating "Butt Burn", something long legged skinny thigh people deal with on M/C. The seat reforming entailed of sending it to Fla, along with pictures of you sitting on the bike.
Basically he dishes out the seat area and builds up the thigh area. PM me if anyone would like to get a hold of him.

So, if I am reading this right, the Uly foot pegs can be installed without any grinding and did not require adding a bushing due to the holes in the pegs being larger than the VFR pin. Is that correct? If so, does anyone know the part # for a pair of Uly pegs? Apparently most people go with the XB12R or XB9R pegs (part # N0006.1AD which is a pair of pegs for about $26 + tax) but the pegs have to be ground and the hole in the pegs is larger than the VFR pin and a bushing has to be added to take up the slack. The less "rigging" the better in my mind.

Also, I am NOT a metalurgist. Please tell me how to go about heating and bending the brake pedal. I don't want to weaken it and have it fail when I need it most. I do have a propane torch. I just don't know how hot to get it before trying to bend it, etc.

I am an older rider (63 yo) and during the summer I often take long trips, sometimes coast to coast, and lowering the pegs on my 99 VFR should help my knees a lot on long trips. I have a Sargent seat, which I like a lot, but you sit lower "into" it which made the seat/peg distance even less than stock and takes a toll on my knees. I find I have to stand up and do other calisthentics (sp) from time to time while riding just to get circulation back into my knees. Has this conversion proven to be a good one for those of you who have made it? Any downsides to making it?

Vic

Buell Pegs FS- $30 shipped, brand new in plastic bags, looks like I miised simon here, PM if you want them thanks, Doug

Doug, there talking about Ulysses footpegs here, is that what you have or are they the XB12/9 pegs?

Does this work for 6th gen VFRs as well? At 6foot4 and 195lbs my legs get pushed in to my nose and limits me to about 80miles before I need to get off and take a little walk around.

Ouch, prices look like they've gone up.

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I have been consideiring these also...I did find these on eBay.

http://cgi.ebay.com/...P...0&viewitem=

Kevin

If you use the part number N0006.1AD at the HD, you get the pair together for $25.00. The valve guide gives a nice fit with no modes to the bike, using the stock pin.

There are also these ones....

Silver not black

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I'm going to hit an HD dealer this week and see if this number is still any good.

I picked up a pair of Buell footpegs from my local HD dealer about 18 months ago for less than $30.00 ($26.00, I think). Took maybe an hour or so total to grind them slightly, remove the old ones, install the new ones, adjust the gear shift pedal, and heat and bend the brake pedal a bit. No "sleeve" was necessary. They fit correctly and work great. Very inexpensive mod with real ergonomic benefit.

Just to add my input, and to keep this thread alive...

I stopped at an HD dealer yesterday, and checked out an '09 Ulysses and the pegs that were on it. I inquired what the pegs would cost at the parts counter for an '09. She looked them up and even wrote down the part numbers for me to take with;

N0503.4AK
N0502.4AK

$46 Each, and they'd have to order them

Im assuming these are the black versions, like the '09 on the floor had. I would like to know if they're available in silver too.

As well, are we clear on the fact that the Ulysses pegs are the ones that require no modifications, or cutting, grinding, or installing other hardware to get them to fit right? Im interested in an install that requires little or no modifications at all.

If anyone happens to know what year the Ulysses had the silver pegs and if that model year is the same as the new ones, that'd be appreciated too.

If anyone happens to know what year the Ulysses had the silver pegs and if that model year is the same as the new ones, that'd be appreciated too.

I picked mine up yesterday from the local HD parts place. Really nice group of people, told them I was putting their pegs on my Honda. Parts guy just smiled and said 'As long as you ride thats all matters.' :biggrin:

This part number is still good and yes they are silver, and half the price of the black ones. I think I paid $33canadian per peg for mine.

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Have yet to install them, but just a quick side by side looks, shows a nice drop.

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Ya Ya Ya I know, the bike needs to be cleaned, first ride of the year last week ending in a rain storm. I'm doing work to my house and don't have an outside tap for the hose installed yet.

Excellent....sounds good. As long as the Canadian/US part numbers are the same, I'll be ordering a set...

Thanks for the info...

Excellent....sounds good. As long as the Canadian/US part numbers are the same, I'll be ordering a set...

Thanks for the info...

Part numbers I got where from some one else's upgrade (I think the picutres belong to House) so they should be a US part number.

Can anyone post a photo of the Uly. pegs fitted to their VFR?

Can anyone post a photo of the Uly. pegs fitted to their VFR?

Took about 5 mins to swap it out...

Before

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After

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My right knee is now about 2inchs lower than before

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However they are not a 100% fit, the VFR peg has an 8mm hole for pin, the Buel has an 11mm hole. So there is a little play, I added the extra washer and that seemed to tighen everything up nicely, however if you fold the peg up the spring does not pull the peg 100% back down in to place. But once in place it holds it there with no issue. I may still take a file to it, as the casing is not that clean on some of the edges.

I put a set of after market Ulysses pegs on my '98, no grinding necessary, but I think I am going to get rid of them put the regular XB pegs on. The Ulysses seem to "stick" out further than the regular XB's as you can see in the photo posted by dweese. The space between the hole where the bolt goes and where the footrest of the peg starts.
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The regular XB's don't seem to stick out as far.
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Also, anybody have any problems with shifting after putting the Ulysses or XB's on in regards to the side stand? How many "teeth" did you lower the shifter? I lowered mine two "notches" and when I go to slide my boot under the shift lever, the side of my boot hits the little "peg" that sticks out the side of the side stand (By "peg" I mean the little peg for when you are lowering the side stand when sitting on the bike). I guess I made need to move the shifter up a notch, but am curious if anybody else ran into this.

Kevin

I put a set of after market Ulysses pegs on my '98, no grinding necessary, but I think I am going to get rid of them put the regular XB pegs on. The Ulysses seem to "stick" out further than the regular XB's as you can see in the photo posted by dweese. The space between the hole where the bolt goes and where the footrest of the peg starts.
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The regular XB's don't seem to stick out as far.
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Also, anybody have any problems with shifting after putting the Ulysses or XB's on in regards to the side stand? How many "teeth" did you lower the shifter? I lowered mine two "notches" and when I go to slide my boot under the shift lever, the side of my boot hits the little "peg" that sticks out the side of the side stand (By "peg" I mean the little peg for when you are lowering the side stand when sitting on the bike). I guess I made need to move the shifter up a notch, but am curious if anybody else ran into this.

Kevin

I have not lowered my shifter... but really need to....
So, I will find out in the morning.

Remember, you can bend the kickstand peg back and down to clear.


thanks for the heads up

bill

Just ordered those part # pegs from a Buell/HD/BMW dealer an hour or so from here. Mite as well make a mini-road trip out of it, as its a good excuse to spend some time looking at the new BMW's too....lol.

$24 each, about 3 days to get them.

Picked up my Ulysses pegs from the dealer last weekend and installed them. A few small notes...

The holes in the new pegs are much larger than the pin, or holes in our OEM pegs. When installing the pin with the new pegs, it appears to be a nice tight fit though, only because the new peg actually isnt able to center itself on the stock mounting bracket....it sticks out a bit. This really doesnt matter....but it shows that it is actually not a direct replacement. But, we kind of knew that anyways....they're parts off a different bike. But, it does fasten fairly securely, and as others said, using the washer that is normally against the cotter pin to wedge in between the peg and the mounting bracket is just enough to tighten the peg up and get rid of the bit of clearance that's there. It isnt necessary though.

When the new pegs are installed, when pivoted to the downward position, they dont actually retract and sit totally level, because of how the inside of the new peg hits the mounting bracket just a bit. Unfortunately, i did end up grinding just a tad off of each peg to stop it from hitting, so now the pegs retract down to being totally level. But we're only talking about a max of 5 seconds each, literally with a bench grinder. The stock spring fits fairly well with the new pegs, although there is a bit more slack and the spring doesnt seem to fit as tight with quite as much tension. But...the spring is still able to work correctly and push the peg down if its ever pushed up.

I havent finished adjusting the shifter/brake lever yet. Im still trying to find the best adjustment on the spline for the shifter...my initial adjustment still had the lever up a bit too high, but one notch down and it was too low. Ill have to find the best spot and probably just get used to it im thinking. I havent tackled the brake lever adjustment at all yet.

After installing them on the bike, at first glance they look totally huge for the bike....but, its like other changes you make...you get used to it fairly quickly, and i actually like the idea of the new pegs being larger and having more surface area on them. And besides, especially if you go for the silver version, its not something thats really going to be noticable unless you're looking FOR it.

I did ride the bike about 20 miles with them on, and ive gotta say I love them. Just the inch change in leg position almost makes you feel for a second that youre on a different bike, and im anticipating much less knee discomfort on those 500 mile freeway stretches.

I wondered a bit about vibration with these pegs, since the stock ones have the rubber padding on them to isolate vibration. But, I can honestly say I cannot feel any difference whatsoever so far in vibration. I havent riddent it extensively yet, but i figure if any vibration problems didnt jump out at me so far, then it wont be an issue at all.

Even though the fit isnt totally perfect, it's still a great mod for $24 each (in the silver version). The same pegs in black are about double the price. If you want your legs to stretch a bit more, i think this one's a no-brainer. If you chose to do the bit of grinding and the adjustment of the levers, plan on about 30 minutes total for everything.

I've put about 75miles on the bike since I've added the new pegs. I really like it, however it does feel like a there is a little more weight on my arms now. Not sure if thats the case or its from not being on the bike for 4 months thanks to a little thing called winter

I've put about 75miles on the bike since I've added the new pegs. I really like it, however it does feel like a there is a little more weight on my arms now. Not sure if thats the case or its from not being on the bike for 4 months thanks to a little thing called winter

How many inches do it lower the pegs,also I was wondering about brake pedal adjustment. I have the pedal as low as I can get it (so my foot is hovering a mila-sec above without touching it). I would think that if the pegs were lower it would not leave room for foot placement over the pedal......What's your take?....Monk

These pegs are about one inch lower than stock. It appears that the brake pedal has about that much adjustment left in it, but of course its up to your personal taste whether itl be enough...

[image: View Post]Adam30, on Apr 8 2009, 09:09 PM, said:

These pegs are about one inch lower than stock. It appears that the brake pedal has about that much adjustment left in it, but of course its up to your personal taste whether itl be enough...

Thx....Monk

[image: View Post]Hootch, on Feb 28 2009, 10:56 PM, said:

I have been consideiring these also...I did find these on eBay.

http://cgi.ebay.com/...P...0&viewitem=

Kevin

This is Randy from Knight Design LLC. I make the pegs that are shown in this link. So far about half of the Pegs I make for Buells are actually used on other makes and models of bikes. I can just as easily produce these same pegs to fit on a VFR, so that you won't have to buy a pair of pegs and then mod them yourself. I would just need someone to send me the vital dimensions of the pivot pin diameter, the distance from center(or front or rear) of the pivot hole to the rear of the peg, and the outside dimensions of the pivot forks( how much room is there between the top and bottom mounting tabs. I would be willing to make the first protype pair or Buell like drop pegs for no charge to anyone that would want to work with me on getting a pair of pegs made, and then actually trial fitted to ensure they fit and work properly. I have done this for other models of bikes and it has worked well. May need a stock peg if getting exact dimensions is not your thing. I can go either way. The pegs can be wide, as the Ulysesses pegs are that I produce, are more the the XB peg width.
Anyway since I have seen than many have followed this link to my Ebay postings, I thought I would mention to this group that I can make the pegs to fit your bikes also.

If anyone is interested, or just wants more information, email me at randyk@knightdesignllc.com

Randy

[image: View Post]Boss9, on Apr 18 2009, 06:21 PM, said:

[image: View Post]Hootch, on Feb 28 2009, 10:56 PM, said:

I have been consideiring these also...I did find these on eBay.

http://cgi.ebay.com/...P...0&viewitem=

Kevin

This is Randy from Knight Design LLC. I make the pegs that are shown in this link. So far about half of the Pegs I make for Buells are actually used on other makes and models of bikes. I can just as easily produce these same pegs to fit on a VFR, so that you won't have to buy a pair of pegs and then mod them yourself. I would just need someone to send me the vital dimensions of the pivot pin diameter, the distance from center(or front or rear) of the pivot hole to the rear of the peg, and the outside dimensions of the pivot forks( how much room is there between the top and bottom mounting tabs. I would be willing to make the first protype pair or Buell like drop pegs for no charge to anyone that would want to work with me on getting a pair of pegs made, and then actually trial fitted to ensure they fit and work properly. I have done this for other models of bikes and it has worked well. May need a stock peg if getting exact dimensions is not your thing. I can go either way. The pegs can be wide, as the Ulysesses pegs are that I produce, are more the the XB peg width.
Anyway since I have seen than many have followed this link to my Ebay postings, I thought I would mention to this group that I can make the pegs to fit your bikes also.

If anyone is interested, or just wants more information, email me at randyk@knightdesignllc.com

Randy
Randy
You may have just offered a solution that many of us would jump on. Keep in touch!!!

Muff

[image: View Post]muffer, on Apr 18 2009, 06:05 PM, said:

[image: View Post]Boss9, on Apr 18 2009, 06:21 PM, said:

[image: View Post]Hootch, on Feb 28 2009, 10:56 PM, said:

I have been consideiring these also...I did find these on eBay.

http://cgi.ebay.com/...P...0&viewitem=

Kevin

This is Randy from Knight Design LLC. I make the pegs that are shown in this link. So far about half of the Pegs I make for Buells are actually used on other makes and models of bikes. I can just as easily produce these same pegs to fit on a VFR, so that you won't have to buy a pair of pegs and then mod them yourself. I would just need someone to send me the vital dimensions of the pivot pin diameter, the distance from center(or front or rear) of the pivot hole to the rear of the peg, and the outside dimensions of the pivot forks( how much room is there between the top and bottom mounting tabs. I would be willing to make the first protype pair or Buell like drop pegs for no charge to anyone that would want to work with me on getting a pair of pegs made, and then actually trial fitted to ensure they fit and work properly. I have done this for other models of bikes and it has worked well. May need a stock peg if getting exact dimensions is not your thing. I can go either way. The pegs can be wide, as the Ulysesses pegs are that I produce, are more the the XB peg width.
Anyway since I have seen than many have followed this link to my Ebay postings, I thought I would mention to this group that I can make the pegs to fit your bikes also.

If anyone is interested, or just wants more information, email me at randyk@knightdesignllc.com

Randy
Randy
You may have just offered a solution that many of us would jump on. Keep in touch!!!

Muff

Outstanding, any chance someone that has already done a swap can donate their pegs for development here ?

Man ... no bike yet and I am already jumping into 2 mod threads ... here we go again ! :biggrin:

I just saw this...and have been considering a lowered peg as I have knee problems...I am not sure if I really can use them, as I don't have long legs, but I would be willing to take measurements, fit them, and give feedback. I sent Randy an email.

[image: View Post]Tightwad, on May 4 2009, 11:33 PM, said:

I just saw this...and have been considering a lowered peg as I have knee problems...I am not sure if I really can use them, as I don't have long legs, but I would be willing to take measurements, fit them, and give feedback. I sent Randy an email.

Thanks to the group for all for the interest. I have had several members message me with interest, most hoping I was already making pegs. Thanks to Tightwad, I can now get the dimensions I need to work on making a pair of pegs that will fit the VFR. I'll post more information when we have them made and tested.

Initial measurements sent to Randy as requested. For those that installed the Ulysses pegs..do they angle farther forward or is it just me? Does it seem to be an issue?

AWESOME ! I think I read somwhere that the Ulysses peg is longer than the VFR peg so a shortie version of that peg might be best to avoid loosing too much cornering capabilities for those some that need it.

Please keep us posted and put me down for a set. Will you be making a black option by any chance ?

[image: View Post]VFRCanuck, on May 7 2009, 09:00 PM, said:

AWESOME ! I think I read somwhere that the Ulysses peg is longer than the VFR peg so a shortie version of that peg might be best to avoid loosing too much cornering capabilities for those some that need it.

Please keep us posted and put me down for a set. Will you be making a black option by any chance ?

Yes, the pegs will be shorter than the Ulysses pegs. I had always wondered why someone would put a long wide beefy peg on a sport bike. Now that I have the dimensions for the VFR, I understand, the Uly peg at least fit in between the mounting tabs on the frame. The XB pegs were too wide at the forks to fit.
The pegs I'm working on now are currently set to be 5 inches overall length, same as the XB pegs. They will be available in Polished Aluminum, Clear Anodized, or Black Anodized. Other colors later on upon request. I'll post when they are ready, will be a few weeks yet

Randy -

Thanks for taking an interest in the VFR - I'll be in for a set when they're ready - was going to be purchasing a set of Uly pegs but this definitely seems like a better option!

And thanks Tightwad - you are the man as always!

We are getting closer on getting the VFR peg design nailed down. We have completed the first pass, and I have gotten feedback from tightwad. He has been a great help. Also finished a new taper peg design, which I hope to have cut by the end of the week, and then off to tightwad for his feedback. Hang in there, I know it's been taking a while, but I've gotten swamped with orders for the other pegs. I'm anxious to get the VFR pegs out for you guys. Thanks for all your support.

You just keep us posted, we are watching and waiting. :biggrin:

Will These pegs of Randy's fit 4th gens? Im looking for a drop peg and would definitely like to support someone taking the time to make parts for the VFR.

[image: View Post]bigjay, on Jun 9 2009, 06:00 PM, said:

Will These pegs of Randy's fit 4th gens? Im looking for a drop peg and would definitely like to support someone taking the time to make parts for the VFR.

Haven't gotten as far a figuring out what other years and models these will fit. Boy do I get tons of email from all over asking if such and such footpeg will also fit so and so bike. Hopefullly others on VFRD can help with this. Finished the first protype set of Tapered pegs for the VFR this weekend. Here is a pic of the right side on a rearset. Will send the set off Monday to tightwad.

http://www.knightdesignllc.com/images/6.jpg

Sweet! I like the looks of that peg. Add me to the list of people awaiting the production run of these things. As long as I can afford them I will be ordering a set as soon as they are avaliable.

George

[image: View Post]Boss9, on Jun 14 2009, 09:44 PM, said:

[image: View Post]bigjay, on Jun 9 2009, 06:00 PM, said:

Will These pegs of Randy's fit 4th gens? Im looking for a drop peg and would definitely like to support someone taking the time to make parts for the VFR.

Haven't gotten as far a figuring out what other years and models these will fit. Boy do I get tons of email from all over asking if such and such footpeg will also fit so and so bike. Hopefullly others on VFRD can help with this. Finished the first protype set of Tapered pegs for the VFR this weekend. Here is a pic of the right side on a rearset. Will send the set off Monday to tightwad.

Please check for 83!!! :excl:

http://www.vfrdiscussion.com/forum/uploads/1229609609/gallery_8868_2008_220953.jpg
drag it 2.jpg

Stephen

http://www.vfrdiscus...p...&hl=footpeg

home grown solution.

[image: View Post]turtlecreek, on Jun 16 2009, 03:31 PM, said:

http://www.vfrdiscus...p...&hl=footpeg

home grown solution.

Personal choice I suppose if you want the rubber top feel of the stock peg. I sell the entire made to fit drop pegs for less than the adapter.

[image: View Post]Boss9, on Jun 16 2009, 05:52 PM, said:

[image: View Post]turtlecreek, on Jun 16 2009, 03:31 PM, said:

http://www.vfrdiscus...p...&hl=footpeg

home grown solution.

Personal choice I suppose if you want the rubber top feel of the stock peg. I sell the entire made to fit drop pegs for less than the adapter.


Boss9, let me be first to apologize. I thought this was more of the buell ulysses post. I cannot understand why folks bought that over the BLS. That being said, I didn't see that you were offering another option too. I am sure your's is excellent in all ways and is a great option provided by a member.

good luck!

No harm, nothing taken out of sorts. Appreciate all the support. Thanks !

I am headed out of town for a few weeks hopefully these are all set to go when I get back ! Keep up the good work !

Well, I am two days in to riding with the new lowered pegs. I am VERY impressed with the level of detail that has been taken, and with the thoroughness of Randy in the design and tweaks being made. I am uploading some pictures to my Photobucket account, and will link them here for an initial view....these are "under development" pictures, so the final product is still changing a bit.

I think the new tapered design is much sportier than the Buell version, and fits more with the VFR. The peg bolts up with zero problems, and I had just enough adjustment in the brake pedal to move it without having to take the assembly apart and shorten the rod. I also adjusted (after the first day) the brake light switch....opps. Shifter was easy to adjust, remove it and drop it down a couple teeth, until it is about level with the ground.

OEM:
http://i637.photobucket.com/albums/uu93/tightwad/oempeg.jpg

Lowered:
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[image: View Post]Tightwad, on Jun 19 2009, 11:27 AM, said:

Well, I am two days in to riding with the new lowered pegs. I am VERY impressed with the level of detail that has been taken, and with the thoroughness of Randy in the design and tweaks being made. I am uploading some pictures to my Photobucket account, and will link them here for an initial view....these are "under development" pictures, so the final product is still changing a bit.

I think the new tapered design is much sportier than the Buell version, and fits more with the VFR. The peg bolts up with zero problems, and I had just enough adjustment in the brake pedal to move it without having to take the assembly apart and shorten the rod. I also adjusted (after the first day) the brake light switch....opps. Shifter was easy to adjust, remove it and drop it down a couple teeth, until it is about level with the ground.

Those look great!

I've love to get some for my 4th gen '95. My knees don't straighten out as easily after a long ride anymore.

I could help out with any dimensions or pics to see if they would fit. Let me know what info you would need.

Inquiring minds want to know; projected price?

[image: View Post]canib, on Jun 24 2009, 01:49 PM, said:

Inquiring minds want to know; projected price?

Somewhere around $65 - 75 U.S. for polished. $75 - 85 U.S. for anodized. See how it works out from there. There are several variables. Having only made 2 pair, as One Off's, I don't have all the production manufacturing steps established yet.

I just came back from a trip and need to do this mod,like the new peg as well,way better looking than the Buell peg

After quite a few commutes to work and back, and I enjoying these pegs...even at short distances. I have also gotten compliments from a number of my co-workers, who liked the clean look. I am short enough that the pegs make it a bit more work to not lean on the bars, as my legs take up less of my body support, but that is probably all in my Genes...I am only 5' 8", with short legs (30" inseam).

[image: View Post]Boss9, on Jun 24 2009, 03:35 PM, said:

[image: View Post]canib, on Jun 24 2009, 01:49 PM, said:

Inquiring minds want to know; projected price?

Somewhere around $65 - 75 U.S. for polished. $75 - 85 U.S. for anodized. See how it works out from there. There are several variables. Having only made 2 pair, as One Off's, I don't have all the production manufacturing steps established yet.

Whats the latest news there Boss9 ? Any production date estimates yet ?

[image: View Post]VFRCanuck, on Jul 8 2009, 11:42 PM, said:

[image: View Post]Boss9, on Jun 24 2009, 03:35 PM, said:

[image: View Post]canib, on Jun 24 2009, 01:49 PM, said:

Inquiring minds want to know; projected price?

Somewhere around $65 - 75 U.S. for polished. $75 - 85 U.S. for anodized. See how it works out from there. There are several variables. Having only made 2 pair, as One Off's, I don't have all the production manufacturing steps established yet.

Whats the latest news there Boss9 ? Any production date estimates yet ?


I just received what I am pretty sure will be the final test set. Randy was able to reduce the length to match the stock length, they look superb! I will be installing them and taking pictures Thursday evening hopefully, and that should do it for the development phase.

For anybody looking to use the lowered pegs for the Buell XB9/12 (#N0006.1AD), they do NOT fit the 4th gen VFR.

I didn't take a picture, but the OEM peg has a single tab (male) that attaches to the rearset (female). The Buell pegs have dual tabs which are too wide to fit into the rearset mounting tabs.

I bought the packaged set for $40 CDN. I figured it was cheap enough to try. They'll be going into the Classifieds.

Order sent as well as a PM confirming info, cant wait !!!!

For those who have been tracking this topic, Randy now has the Pegs available for sale! Two versions are available, the SideTrax and CrossTrax models. Both have a 1" in drop (future may include a no-drop option). The CrossTrax is a tapered peg...gives it a sportier look, and has a waffle design with 3 holes drilled through the pattern. I currently have this set mounted on my bike, and I find the traction to be very good. the CrossTrax is also a shorter peg, which may provide a small bit of ground clearance. In addition, neither contains a peg feeler, so some clearance is gained there

I am not a super aggressive rider (at least not in Dallas), so I haven't drug a peg yet, but I have caught my toe when under the shifter in a turn....so I am learning to be careful. I feel a bit more of the buzz because there is no rubber top, but the look is a great upgrade, and the 1" drop helps with knee position.

Randy has been awesome to work with, as has his wife Alicia. Their attention to detail, and desired to build a quality product is second to none. I am hoping to talk them into more VFR specific products, so hopefully the pegs turn out to be a good investment for them!

Pegs are available from my site as well as his. Pricing has recently been changed...price is now the same for Polished or Anodized (Clear or Black). 5th gen Pegs are coming soon I believe, onedowneaster has been very willing to help in the fitment there, and I believe the same pegs will work for 1998+ models!

Randy's website:
http://www.knightdes...c.com/index.htm

My website is in my Signature

Will these 6th gen pegs fit on the 5th gen?

Will these 6th gen pegs fit on the 5th gen?

Yes, they should fit. A small adjustment was made to the mounting that enabled them to fit the 5th gen bikes. I have a set in black if you are interested, or I can get the polished or clear anodized versions.

@Tightwad: PM inbound...

Will these 6th gen pegs fit on the 5th gen?

Yes, they should fit. A small adjustment was made to the mounting that enabled them to fit the 5th gen bikes. I have a set in black if you are interested, or I can get the polished or clear anodized versions.

We have verified that the Taper Crosstrax Drop pegs also fit the Gen 5 VFR, 1998 - 2001. I changed the listing on ebay, but won't be able to change the Web site listings Knightdesignllc.com until I get to Japan later next week. (My webmaster is in Japan for awhile ).

Bump for these pegs, anyone that has them, how are you liking them? Any photos?