Article [13] ST1300 - MCL Peg Lowering Kit

Jefro

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The Motor Cycle Larry Peg Lowering Kit is a well executed set of billet
aluminum blocks with clear anodizing. They allow the rider?s pegs to be
lowered about one and a half inches down, and about one inch outward.

They may scrape during hard cornering, but I haven?t found them to be a
problem. And in fact, they greatly enhance the ergonomics of the ST1300
on long rides.

Installation is straightforward, and no other modifications are necessary,
but I felt the need to lower the shifter peg and the brake pedal for my own
personal fit. I also had to adjust the brake light switch a bit.

After the install, I decided that the fit was a little loose, and the stock
spring didn?t hold them in place well enough. After careful measurement
with my calipers, I gently sanded the sides of the new brackets, and fitted
a .060 inch nylon spacer to give a snug fit. I also fitted a nylon spacer
inside the stock spring which gave it better return strength.

Now they fit firm and snug, and feel like a better installation.

I have included photos of adjustments and spacers.

Components Needed
2flat nylon washers, 1 inch OD, 3/8 inch ID, .060 thick
2 nylon spacers, 5/8 inch OD, 3/8 inch long, 5/16 inch hole

Tools Needed
grinder or rough file
5/16 drill bit
square bottom end mill or grinding bit
Hacksaw
10mm and 12mm wrenches

Installation
1. Remove the stock pegs and hardware.



2. Bolt on the new MCL brackets using supplied hardware.



3. You are finished. Go for a test ride.

4. If you want to adjust the brake pedal, remove the right lower black
fairing using a 5mm hex allen wrench, and removing the plastic rivets.

5. Loosen the 12mm lock nut and adjust the pedal lower by turning the bolt.



6. Adjust the brake light switch by moving the rubber window out of the
way, and turning the knurled plastic adjustment wheel.



7. If you want to adjust the shifter peg, remove both lower black plastic fairings.

8. To make a large adjustment at the splined shifter shaft at the lower
right rear of the motor, remove the 10mm headed bolt, mark with a felt pen
the original location, then pull off the shift bracket and reinstall one spline
over. This should move the peg lower by about an inch.





9. For minor adjustments, loosen the reverse threads of the lock nut on
the adjuster rod next to the rubber boot covered joint. I found it easier
spin the bracket around the stationary rod.

10. After I had lowered the shifter peg to a comfortable position, I
discovered that it hit the lower fairing and would not let me shift into first
gear!

11. I marked with a felt pen where the peg hit the fairing, then removed
the fairing and hacksawed away a tiny section to allow for peg movement.
This cutout is unnoticeable.





12. I wanted to remove the slop where the peg lowering bracket fit to the
cast bike frame, so after some careful measuring and grinding, I was able
to match the cast angle to the bracket and insert a nylon spacer for a
snug fit.





13. After grinding and filing a nice flat surface, I was able to fit a .060 inch
nylon spacer for a good fit. You may need a thinner or thicker one.



14. The spring was loose so I added an internal spacer to give it support
for a better fit around the peg pin. It is 5/8 inch OD, 3/8 inch long, with a
5/16 inch hole drilled in the middle.



15. But I found that the spring now didn?t have enough clearance inside
the bracket and was binding when the pin was inserted. I chucked into my
air die grinder a ? inch end mill and carefully cut a small area for the spring
to sit lower into the bracket.





16. Now the spring had clearance to move freely but stronger, and I
re-assembled everything back together including the lower fairings.

17. Perfect fit! Yeah, I?m a perfectionist. Now you can be too!

Conclusion

I think you will find the MCL Peg Lowering Kit to be a great addition for those long rides, and the mods I?ve described
here will make a good accessory fit even better.
Jefro.​
 

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I am thinking of getting these however I am 5'9" and wonder whether this will make my ride more comfortable or if its just for the tall guys? I do notice on long rides that I get knee pain. Does it put your feet more forward?
 

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I'm wondering if it would be possible to raise the passenger pegs in order to help my kid reach the pegs with less reach. Could the the lowering kit be inverted to raise the pegs?
 

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Tiny said:
I'm 6'5" and these are a detriment to me.....thought I would need them but don't. I think it is more for the adverage height guy looking for more comfort.....it is a -1 for a really tall guy. (part of the problem is my size 14 boot heel contacts the left side exhaust on upshifts WITHOUT the lowering brackets! With them it just about rests on the pipe all of the time. YMMV....-Kevin
I have size 13s myself. So it doesn't sound promising based upon shoe size alone. What does YMMV mean?
 
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Re: ST1300 MCL Peg Lowering Kit

I added on the peg lowering bracket for comfort. I am only 5'10" but had a Goldwing priort to the ST. Really liked the comfort, but my shins sometimes hit the front cowl. I did have to adjust both the shifter and rear brake pedal to accomodate the change in boot level.
 
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Re: ST1300 MCL Peg Lowering Kit

i am 6'2" with 13s and i think the peg lowerers are great.
my legs are long and the little bit of room they provide makes a long
trip much easier.
 
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Re: ST1300 MCL Peg Lowering Kit

I am 6' 2", 32" inseam, size 14s. I like the comfort MCL's peg lowers give me, but now the rear of my left shoe hits the side or center stands.
 
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Re: ST1300 MCL Peg Lowering Kit

I already drag my pegs. Worried about more dragging with these? Anyone experience this?:poPoST1:
 
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Re: ST1300 MCL Peg Lowering Kit

I had a question asked about turning the brake switch adjuster knob, which direction, and what if it won't move...


I too had a bit of difficulty adjusting the little switch. It kept rotating on me.
The switch is sitting in a hole, with a strong spring below it holding it in place. When you step on the brake pedal, the spring pulls on a little rod in the middle of the switch, activating the 12volts to power the brake light. You want to lower the switch deeper into the hole.
The plastic adjustment knob should rotate around the switch without too much force, except the strong spring won't let it move. The thread is standard right hand, so if you are looking directly down on the switch from above, you would turn it to the left, counter-clockwise to loosen the adjuster knob, to let the switch body move deeper into the hole.
The secret is this:
You have to hold the top part of the switch steady using a small pliers or vise grips, and slightly lift up on it to overcome the strong spring tugging on it from below. Then with the spring tension relieved, and the switch raised a bit, the adjuster knob turns fairly easily with your fingers. Or you may have to use another pair of small pliers to rotate the knob.
Hope this helps,
Jefro.
 
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Re: ST1300 MCL Peg Lowering Kit

Tommyboy

How did you adjust the shifter? That is the reason I took my pegs off- Brake adj was easy.

Thanks
 

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Re: ST1300 MCL Peg Lowering Kit

I have both the front and rear lowering brackets for sale. Came with my used 2006, I am only 5'7", 30" inseam. Rears never were mounted, front show no damage. http://www.MCL OUT OF BUSINESS - DO NOT ORDER/st1300fp.aspx Will take $100 for both sets plus cost of shipping. Send PM if interested.
 
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Re: ST1300 MCL Peg Lowering Kit

I love the extra comfort of the MCL lowering kit, but now I drag the foot pegs consistantly in the twisties. No real damage, but I worry about catching my toe. I may have to take them off.
 
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Re: ST1300 MCL Peg Lowering Kit

I'm starting to have the same problem of dragging on turns...certainly wakes me up when it happens (and I don't like being alarmed on a turn...aka having my foot thrown upward).

Since I bought my ST with the lowering kit on it, does it make a significant difference in preventing drag on a turn going back to stock?
 

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Re: ST1300 MCL Peg Lowering Kit

I took mine off because of constant dragging too. I don't ride that aggressively either. At least I don't think I do. ;) I have the highway wings anyway and use those allot on the long hauls. Bike was new in May of 2007 and I have 36K on it already. I still get knee pain though from not being able to straighten legs out all the way. I rest my legs on top of the wings too but that isn't real comfortable either.
 

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Re: ST1300 MCL Peg Lowering Kit

Not one single photo of the installation?
 
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Re: ST1300 MCL Peg Lowering Kit

Joe and Jeff, thanks for making the pictures available again! :)

I did not go through all the steps to my mine fit that well, but the pictures were a big help in getting my brake pedal adjusted.

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Re: ST1300 MCL Peg Lowering Kit

I'm about the same height and love 'em. I don't drag the pegs, I'm older and still like to corner fast but don't quite smoke 'em like I used to, but I routinely have the sole of the toe part of my shoe touch...

I am thinking of getting these however I am 5'9" and wonder whether this will make my ride more comfortable or if its just for the tall guys? I do notice on long rides that I get knee pain. Does it put your feet more forward?
 
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ST1300 MCL Peg Lowering Kit

I'm 5'7 (almost) and still like them. I do drag a toe now and then, but I'm not aggressive in the corners, so the reduced clearance has not been an issue. The kit does move the pegs forward a little, and I found I can flatfoot the bike easier now.
 
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