Move the footpegs on the R further back ?

[Renigma]

Hi all, I have ridden my 3R for just over 12,000 Kms and what I've realised it that the most comfortable position for me on long rides is to sit all the way back in the seat and put the balls of my feet on the pegs to put some weight on my footpegs and handlebars. With the wind hitting my chest directly at 120-130 kph (70-80 mph) I find the slightly leaned ahead position more comfortable than sitting upright. Also, it helps flick the bike better when riding like a hooligan.

However, I was wondering if I can move the mid footpegs further back so that my feet are more "under" me when riding. I think it would give me more control and twisties would be more fun. Any ideas ?

 

[atomsplitter]

Sounds like you're looking for rear sets.

 

[stingray]

If you look at the R, the MID pegs are still forward of regular bikes. Mid pegs are just that, between forwards and regulars. A set of regulars would be an improvement but the way Triumph designed the mounting points, it's not easy. Each side is different.

 

[Renigma]

If you look at the R, the MID pegs are still forward of regular bikes. Mid pegs are just that, between forwards and regulars. A set of regulars would be an improvement but the way Triumph designed the mounting points, it's not easy. Each side is different.

Yeah. Even 4-6 inch would be great.

 

[atomsplitter]

Yeah. Even 4-6 inch would be great.

That far back would likely interfere with the kickstand and probably roast your left heel on the exhaust outlet.

 

[talkriver]

First I agree with your opinion saying ”if I can move the mid footpegs further back so that my feet are more "under" me when riding. I think it would give me more control and twisties would be more fun.”
But it's also exact that moving footpegs backward is difficult.
If a custom parts manufacturer could supply both the exhaust modification method and the rearsets, we could achieve our demand.

 

[Renigma]

You guys are right about moving the footpegs back, it's too much work.
So I did a little experiment yesterday, what if I move forward ?

On my way back from a weekend ride with the boys, I shifted a couple of inches forward to see if it would make a difference. And it did. I rode like this for a total of 60kms
Pros:
1. I could flick the bike and change my body position more easily
2. I could grab the tank better

Cons:
1. It was slightly uncomfortable, I had to keep myself forward.
2. Maybe I just felt it, but the rear end got slightly lighter and fishtailed a little more. (But I like it the extra playfulness)

Solution:
What if I just try adding extra foam to my seat so that it pushed me forward. See the photo attached.