compact controls

[Charles Kegel]

I recently bought a 2007 Ultra S2K and now have had it for 30 days.

 

First let me say Brian has been A-1 and very helpful with all my questions.

 

However I find one thing to be uncomfortable for me and that is the peddles i.e. the clutch break and gas peddle.

 

WOW they are so compact gas & break so close together are all 7 type car like this?

 

Don’t get me wrong I like the car and maybe I must accept that the controls are just compact.

 

Any input or ideas are welcome.

 

Sincerely

Charles

 

[slngsht]

I recently bought a 2007 Ultra S2K and now have had it for 30 days.

 

First let me say Brian has been A-1 and very helpful with all my questions.

 

However I find one thing to be uncomfortable for me and that is the peddles i.e. the clutch break and gas peddle.

WOW they are so compact gas & break so close together are all 7 type car like this?

Don’t get me wrong I like the car and maybe I must accept that the controls are just compact.

 

Any input or ideas are welcome.

 

Sincerely

Charles

 

Well, I have not driven an Ultralite, but in general, Yes, it's tight in there.

 

I once had an autox instructor hit the gas and brake (before I had massive brakes) at the same time while trying to slam the brakes at the end of the run, and damn near climbed the curb.

 

It is something you'll adjust to - driving shoes help too... they're popular around here.

 

 

[pierats]

TADTS. (They all do that sir)

 

The first time I drove a seven I had to take my shoes off...and I don't have especially big feet! (size 10 1/2)

 

I was able to drive with a pair of converse all stars, but find that a pair of driving shoes, or boxing shoes work best.

 

Besides, extra room = extra weight!

[Charles Kegel]

Thank you very helpful.............

[Al N.]

I think you'd find the narrow-bodied cars (regular Cats and Birkins) to be even worse than the Ultralite! I have size 8 feet, so it's no worry for me. Though not having a place to rest my left foot when crusing does get a bit tedious...I alternate between resting it closer to the seat on the mat (almost crossing it under my right calf/knee) and wedging it under the clutch pedal.

[Dave W]

Charles

 

The one thing I found really helpful was in these small foot wells is to install some heel stops. It makes it much easier to pivot and locate your feet on the pedals.

You can either bolt them directly thru the floor, or I made a small frame to fit inside the foot well that, you can remove to clean the area.

But it does make it more difficult to rest your foot behind the clutch pedal.

Good luck on the pedals Dave W

[Charles Kegel]

Thanks Dave good idea, think I will try it.

Charles

 

 

[Mondo]

Charles,

Brian is building me one as well (and it's black too). Post up some pics in "member rides" so I can drool in anticipation!

[powderbrake]

I once got stuck in a Birkin, and couldn't get my feet out fronm behind the pedals, but I can drive my Ultralite with any shoes . It has massive room in the pedal area. Welcome to small car world.