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Hi folks, can anyone recommend (or advise ro avoid!) any companies for rechroming worn or damaged chrome-plated components or fittings? Cheers JF

Hi Les, yeah I was thinking about adjusting the shift peg but it was actually the brake that was giving me most concern and I was hoping to get a single solution. There have been a couple of times when moving the hoof right, up, and onto the pedal to brake in a hurry the sole of the boot has caught on the edge of the pedal. I've tried using foot boards but just didn't get on with 'em - I like the grip of having the peg snug in the instep. What I might try is one of the Kuryakn custom pegs as I know they are totally adjustable angle-wise but they are not exactly cheap as chips. Thanks for the reply (and Paulwhite as well). Cheers John

My little XVS250 is just perfect for a bloke of my advanced years except for one thing the peg and brake pedal/gear shift position make it seriously awkward with my size 10 boots. I've looked at forward controls but these are 1) very pricey, 2) pretty hideous (IMO) and 3) don't necessarily have that much larger a gap twixt peg and pedal. So does anyone out there know of any manufacturers of longer shift levers/pedals that might fit an XVS 250/125? I've found exactly what I'm after in the states for Harley's but so far drawn a blank for any other makes. Any alternative (preferably proven) solutions to this problem very gratefully received. Cheers John

Hi there, I don't think anyone has recommended one of these yet;- http://www.ccw-tools.com/product.asp?strParents=&CAT_ID=302&P_ID=27616 They normally retail at about £80 but you will see from the link that you can get them from this place a bit cheaper. There is a two bar version that is even cheaper that is just like having a main stand but with the MPS4 the bike is completely stable. I'm assuming here that the XV250 has the same box-like frame as the XVS 250 which is what I have. These stands are easy to assemble, robust and adjustable for height and chasis length which is also handy, and make even a 5-minute cleaning job so much easier. Yes, you do have to practice a bit with getting the lift technique - I'd recommend having a friend on hand to help steady the bike on and off the first couple of times - but once you're comfortable with it it's an absolute godsend. Any queries get back to me. Cheers