Flamin' Switchblade or plain 'ol Switchblade Pegs?

[Dave77459]

I am getting some highway pegs, and I like Kuryakyn despite the cost. Due to my stature (or lack thereof, 30" inseam plus "muscular" thighs), I am getting the Longhorn Offset Peg Mounts (P/N 7985). What I don't know is which pegs to attach to it.

 

I like the look of the Flamin' Switchblade (P/N 4412). What I don't know is how comfortable they are?

 

Can anyone with experience with these Flamin' Switchblade pegs speak to the long-ride comfort? They look cool, but the flame part seems to be narrow on the ball of the foot. I am not sure how effective the heel rest part is. I like the look, but I want it to be utilitarian first of all. I'm not getting highway pegs to make my bike look better, but to support a 3000 mile ride.

 

My alternate is the Switchblade Peg (P/N 4445), which looks kinda dowdy but is undoubtedly effective. I've heard nothing but good things about the heel rest on these, but perhaps it is because the peg portion is wide enough to support a range of boot positions.

 

So, anyone here have the Flamin' Switchblade? Are they durable and comfortable?

[Condor]

I run the standard generic Kuryakyn highways without any heel support. I'll admit the pressure on the instep does get tiresome after a while, but when that happens it's always nice to stretch the leg out and let the peg rest against my achilles. As far as going with a flame style, yer gonna have to change out the grips to match.....

[krispy]

I've got a pair of the standard switchblade pegs with Honda adapters, that I would make you a deal on. I took them off my Honda Shadow before I sold it. They are in very nice shape. If you're interested, let me know. Maybe we can get together on a price. Larry

[Dave77459]

I've got a pair of the standard switchblade pegs with Honda adapters, that I would make you a deal on. I took them off my Honda Shadow before I sold it. They are in very nice shape. If you're interested, let me know. Maybe we can get together on a price. Larry

 

I haven't heard any feedback about the Flamin' Switchblade, which makes me think that perhaps the consensus is that they aren't much good on a touring bike. This post will serve as the last bump, and then I'll PM you about the particulars of your pegs.

 

Dave

[krispy]

OK Guys, Here are the pegs I have to spare. They have Honda adapters. Fit on both a Shadow Spirit 1100 and a VLX 600. I can't say if they will adapt to what you have in mind, but will take measurements or whatever you need to figure it out.

 

http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w317/larrykir/Kuryakyn%20switchblade%20pegs/100_0627.jpg

 

 

 

http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w317/larrykir/Kuryakyn%20switchblade%20pegs/100_0628.jpg

 

http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w317/larrykir/Kuryakyn%20switchblade%20pegs/100_0629.jpg

 

http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w317/larrykir/Kuryakyn%20switchblade%20pegs/100_0630.jpg

 

There is a bit of rust on some of the spacers, but the chrome on the pegs is shiny and clean. Very good shape. Anybody interested for, say, half price of new? Larry

[Dave77459]

Thanks Larry! I am not interested, but maybe someone else is.

 

(Also, if someone has the Flamin' pegs and wants to comment on them, please do!)

[barend]

I might be interested, let me do some checking to see what else I'd need to make it work and I'll let you know.

btw, what is the honda adaptor part, or are you not showing that?