[Gromit42]

Has anyone changed the shifter length? I've noticed on other RE's that the shifter is all in the same place, so not sure if this is something that can be changed.  I'm finding that it hits my foot in the wrong place. I have to use my whole left foot to shift as I don't have the ability to just move my big toe on that foot. So was thinking of going longer so that the knob hits right at the steel of my boots. If that does not work then may have to go with a right foot shift, and not sure I'm comfortable with that. With the sidecar in the way and all.

Gromit

[Tiny Tim]

I  think you could fit a "heel and toe" shifter if that would help.

[Gromit42]

I  think you could fit a "heel and toe" shifter if that would help.

I can't use a heel/toe shift as my foot does not move that way to make the heel work.

[The Garbone]

Maybe you could move the peg? 

I have the RH shift kit.. Love it, even for the price I would suggest it.

[Gromit42]

[quote I have the RH shift kit.. Love it, even for the price I would suggest it.
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Does anyone have a right hand shift w/a sidecar? is that even possible?

[REpozer]

Try adjusting the left  foot peg. 

[1Blackwolf1]

  Could you go wider?  Welding on an extensioncould possibly allow you to use your heel to go through the gears.  Since you have a side car how about a hand shifter?  You could incorporate the clutch with the shifter.  All the chopper builders have done that.  Will.

[Cabo Cruz]

Have you tried different boots?  (I used to have a shifting problem on a bike... tried a different pair of boots... no more problems... case closed.)

[UncleErnie]

At one point, I made a paddle for my rig;
I cut a piece of wood in a sort of wedge shape and and took the rubber off the foot peg. A "U" bracket under the smaller end attached the wood paddle to the peg so it would be hinged.  On top, towards the front, was a noose.  I put my cast through the noose and when I jekrd my whole foot up, I shifted up.   When I pressed down on the paddle, I shifted down.
Teak wood with red "Royal Enfield" marquetry would be a nice touch?


Hey- it worked while I had a cast (9 months).

[greenie]

ever considered 'suicide' shifter? don't know what all it would entail on a bullet, but i think it would be pretty cool as well as unique

[plane95302]

I have really wide feet so the only cycle boots I could find in wide had huge box toes and a tall heel. They worked fine on my Kaw vulcan cruiser since it has a heel shifter. On my RE they were a pain in the a$$. Got some Justin roper work boots with rubber soles and smaller heel and toe. Mucho Bettero.

[Vince]

     Guys... Too complicated. Most of the shifting issues can be rectified with positioning the shift pedal, and slightly modifying your technique. A heel and toe shifter can be done relatively easily, but first move the shift pedal up or down one notch (usually up). When you shift  up use your  whole foot, not just the toe. To down shift lift your foot off the peg and push down with your whole foot. To  shift  up hook the pedal with your toe and lift your foot. You'll adapt to this is a short period of time.
     Also, use good boots. Tennis shoes hinder the shifting process. Wear comfortable, but firm leather boots.

[Gromit42]

    Guys... Too complicated. Most of the shifting issues can be rectified with positioning the shift pedal, and slightly modifying your technique. A heel and toe shifter can be done relatively easily, but first move the shift pedal up or down one notch (usually up). When you shift  up use your  whole foot, not just the toe. To down shift lift your foot off the peg and push down with your whole foot. To  shift  up hook the pedal with your toe and lift your foot. You'll adapt to this is a short period of time.
     Also, use good boots. Tennis shoes hinder the shifting process. Wear comfortable, but firm leather boots.

I use leather bike boots w/steel toes. And I have to use my whole foot to shift as my toes on my left foot do move up/down. What I'm having trouble with is where the shift level hits on my foot. It is right at where the toes bend (the normal location for shifting) but for me, it is causing a lot of pain to have that extra motion, and wondered if it is possible to have the shift lever pushed farther forward so that it hits where the toe box is and that way my toes themselves do not touch the shift directly.
Gromit

[UncleErnie]

I don't see why you couldn't take it to a welder and have it bent, extended, or whatever, any way you want it.  Maybe cut the idez out of plywood or cardboard so he'll get the angle or length right.

[Vince]

     Ah, now I see. It would be easy to extend the shifter. As UncleErnie said, any welder can do it. The extra length will position it over the steel toe better, but the extra length would also require more foot movement due to the longer throw. I think you would be a good candidate for a heel/toe shifter. This is also something that would be easy to weld up. next time you are down I would be happy to go over a simple design you can have a welder make up. If you give me a few day's warning I can have my tech bring in his welder. We can probably do it here.