Reaching the Clutch and Brake Levers

by Julie
(Ontario, Canada)

Just passed my safety course a few weeks ago. Bought a HD XL1200N ( it was a toss up between that and an 883L) Needed the low seat height as I am 5'0" with a short inseam. Have done a few mods such as lowered front suspension by an inch, now I am flat footed and feel more confident. Switched back to mids, might change to forward controls down the road. Will be changing the seat to keep me forward.

My problem is the levers. The clutch is not as smooth as the bike I took my course on, but pulling back on it with the tips of my fingers makes it hard. As for the brake lever I really need to concentrated on pulling solely with the fingers otherwise I roll the throttle (practicing this stationary), worse with my motorcycle gloves.

Does anyone know of any easy reach levers that would fit a 2007 Nightster? We have come across a company in the UK but none in North America. Note:2007 Nightster already comes with easy clutch kit.

In the meantime I've been practicing balancing on the bike (while my hubby holds it with 2 fingers), and working with the friction point. I am a very cautious driver and got a bit freaked out by a few comments about having a Nightster as my first bike (watch out with the throttle and careful with that front brake). I already get stressed enough with the size of it because of my small stature, a simple "take your time and practice lots" would have sufficed.

My husband is awesome and is doing everything possible to get this bike to fit me right, he is my #1 support. My brother took the safety course 2 months ago and loves his ride, he will be my instructor today and hopefully help me get both my feet on the pegs and rollin'.