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The C-14, aka Kawasaki Concours-14, the new one :) => Accessories and modifications - C14/GTR 1400 => Topic started by: jonathan on April 03, 2022, 04:58:29 PM

Title: Heel shifter
Post by: jonathan on April 03, 2022, 04:58:29 PM
With my ankle trouble I am looking at an electric shifter but am also looking at the possibility of a heel shifter. Does any one know of such a thing? I may try fabricating something out of aluminum plate welded to the shifter arm (see photos) but would like some comments and suggestions. This design looks like it would work, but it interferes with the sidestand. Any assistance would be appreciated. Thanks.
Title: Re: Heel shifter
Post by: maxtog on April 03, 2022, 05:13:12 PM
Interesting.  I had not seen something like that before.
If the problem is you can't point your toe to go below the shifter knob, another thought might be to add a second shifter knob above where your toe already sits so you can just push up?
Title: Re: Heel shifter
Post by: jonathan on April 04, 2022, 08:01:13 AM
The issue is that I can't pull up, so I am limited to downward movements. I'm using my leg more than my ankle.
Title: Re: Heel shifter
Post by: maxtog on April 04, 2022, 03:44:34 PM
The issue is that I can't pull up, so I am limited to downward movements. I'm using my leg more than my ankle.

OK, got it