FAMOUS FABRICATOR

HARLEY-DAVIDSON MID CONTROLS GUIDE

Mid Controls change where and how the rider connects to the motorcycle. This guide explains the Famous Fabricator Mid Control range, the differences between our series, Harley-Davidson platform applications and the fitment details to check before ordering.

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START HERE

WHAT ARE MID CONTROLS?

Mid Controls position the rider's foot controls closer to the center of the motorcycle compared with forward controls. Exact position, geometry and installation depend on the Harley-Davidson model and the specific Mid Control system.

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RIDER POSITION

Mid Controls move the foot-operated controls toward the center area of the motorcycle compared with forward-control layouts.

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MODEL-SPECIFIC

Harley-Davidson Mid Controls are not universal. Mounting points, primary drive, exhaust and clutch setup depend on the individual platform.

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BUILT AROUND THE BIKE

Famous Fabricator develops Mid Controls around specific Harley-Davidson and V-Twin applications rather than using one generic layout for every motorcycle.

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THREE DIRECTIONS

FIND THE RIGHT SERIES

Famous Fabricator Mid Controls are organized by application and purpose. Origin is built around classic chopper applications. Performance covers Harley-Davidson performance and custom setups. Replacement retains the factory control position while replacing the original hardware.

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CHOPPER / OPEN PRIMARY

FAMOUS ORIGIN SERIES

Mid Controls for classic Harley-Davidson and V-Twin chopper applications, including Evolution and Shovelhead builds. Origin is where Famous started.
SHOVELHEAD · EVOLUTION
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PERFORMANCE / CUSTOM

FAMOUS PERFORMANCE SERIES

Mid Controls for Harley-Davidson builds where stock position, stock feel or stock hardware no longer fits the setup. Built around real performance applications and model-specific geometry.
SPORTSTER · FXR · DYNA · SOFTAIL · TOURING
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FACTORY POSITION

FAMOUS REPLACEMENT SERIES

Replacement Mid Controls built around the factory control position. Designed for riders who want cleaner, lighter hardware without changing the basic OEM layout.
FXR · DYNA
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON APPLICATIONS

MID CONTROLS BY PLATFORM

Famous Mid Controls are model-specific. Platform, model year, engine, primary drive, exhaust and clutch setup can all affect fitment. Always use the product-specific information as the final fitment reference.

ORIGIN SERIES

SHOVELHEAD

1970–1984
Stainless Mid Control applications for selected 4-speed Shovelhead and open-primary chopper setups.
ORIGIN SERIES

EVOLUTION

1990–2006
Aluminum and stainless Origin Mid Controls for selected Evolution Softail, Dyna and custom open-primary applications.
PERFORMANCE SERIES

SPORTSTER

2004–2013
Model-specific Performance Series Mid Controls for selected Harley-Davidson Sportster applications.
PERFORMANCE / REPLACEMENT

FXR

1982–1994
Performance and Replacement Series applications are available depending on the desired rider position and setup.
PERFORMANCE SERIES

DYNA

1991–2017
Multiple Dyna generations are supported. Exact product, year range, clutch setup and fitment must be checked individually.
PERFORMANCE SERIES

SOFTAIL

1984–UP
Famous Performance Mid Controls cover selected Evolution, Twin Cam and Milwaukee-Eight Softail applications.
PERFORMANCE SERIES

TOURING

1989–UP
Selected Harley-Davidson Touring generations are supported with model-specific Famous Performance Mid Controls.
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BEFORE YOU ORDER

FITMENT MATTERS

There is no single universal installation rule for every Harley-Davidson Mid Control setup. Check the specific product before ordering and before installation.

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MODEL & YEAR

Start with the exact Harley-Davidson model and model year. Different generations can use different mounting points and geometry.

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PRIMARY DRIVE

Closed primary, open belt drive and aftermarket primary systems can affect Mid Control compatibility. Check the exact product description before ordering.

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EXHAUST

Exhaust clearance depends on the motorcycle and the Mid Control application. Some setups may require exhaust changes or a compatible exhaust system.

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CLUTCH SETUP

Cable and hydraulic clutch requirements vary by product. Do not assume both options are available for every Famous Mid Control system.

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INSTALLATION

Installation requirements are product-specific. Some applications may require drilling, modification or additional setup work while others are direct bolt-on systems.

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WHAT THEY'RE MADE FROM

ALUMINUM & STAINLESS

Material selection depends on the specific Famous Mid Control application. Many systems combine CNC-machined 6061-T6 aluminum components with 304 stainless steel shafts and hardware, while selected Origin applications use stainless structural components.

MATERIAL 01

6061-T6 ALUMINUM

Used for CNC-machined components across many Famous applications where low weight, strength and precise machining are required.
MATERIAL 02

304 STAINLESS STEEL

Used for shafts, hardware and selected structural components depending on the specific Mid Control application.
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QUICK GUIDE

WHICH FAMOUS MIDS?

Start with the type of motorcycle and the result you want. Then confirm the exact model-year and setup on the product page.

BUILDING A CLASSIC CHOPPER?
ORIGIN SERIES
PERFORMANCE-ORIENTED HARLEY BUILD?
PERFORMANCE SERIES
KEEPING THE FACTORY CONTROL POSITION?
REPLACEMENT SERIES
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COMMON QUESTIONS

MID CONTROLS FAQ

General answers are useful for orientation. Product-specific fitment information always takes priority.

WHAT ARE HARLEY-DAVIDSON MID CONTROLS? +

Mid Controls position the rider's foot controls closer to the center of the motorcycle compared with a typical forward-control layout. Exact location and geometry depend on the specific Harley-Davidson platform and control system.

DO FAMOUS MID CONTROLS FIT EVERY HARLEY-DAVIDSON? +

No. Famous Fabricator Mid Controls are model-specific. The exact model, year, engine, primary drive, exhaust and clutch setup must be checked against the product-specific fitment information.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ORIGIN, PERFORMANCE AND REPLACEMENT? +

Origin is focused on classic chopper and open-primary applications. Performance is designed for Harley-Davidson performance and custom builds. Replacement retains the factory control position while replacing the original hardware with Famous components.

DO MID CONTROLS REQUIRE EXHAUST MODIFICATIONS? +

It depends on the exact motorcycle, exhaust and Mid Control application. Some setups work without exhaust changes while others require additional clearance or a compatible exhaust system. Always check the product-specific fitment information.

DO FAMOUS MID CONTROLS REQUIRE DRILLING? +

Not universally. Installation requirements vary between Famous Mid Control systems. For example, some Origin applications require drilling through an inner motor plate while other applications use a different installation layout. Follow the specific product instructions.

ARE FAMOUS MID CONTROLS MADE IN GERMANY? +

Famous Fabricator Mid Controls are developed by Famous Fabricator in Germany and produced from CNC-machined aluminum and stainless steel components depending on the specific application.

FIND YOUR SETUP

NOT SURE WHICH MIDS FIT YOUR BIKE?

Check the product-specific fitment information first. If your setup is not clear, send Famous your Harley-Davidson model, year, engine, primary drive and exhaust setup.