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Old 05-04-2008, 11:09 PM
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currently the stock tire is a 130mm. if you cutoff the fender struts is it possible to add 200mm tire without changing the stock swing arm?

 
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I wouldnt think it is. I am not sure, but I think the belt will be the limiting factor for you. There are probably a few otehr things taht will stop it from fitting also, but that is the first that comes to mind.
 
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I dont think so. I would assume that its not possible. Because I know I couldn't just throw a 270mm rear tire in my swingarm. Or even a 240. The most I could do is a 210mm and that's pointless. I'm sure you would need a swingarm, some tranny parts to make your belt line up, etc. You're best off getting the heartland 250 kit.
 
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Default RE: can you put a 200mm rear tire on a 2001 fatboy?

yeah I see what you are saying but with a 200mm rim and tire you end up changing the belt pully to fix that problem



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I wouldnt think it is. I am not sure, but I think the belt will be the limiting factor for you. There are probably a few otehr things taht will stop it from fitting also, but that is the first that comes to mind.
 
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Default RE: can you put a 200mm rear tire on a 2001 fatboy?

the reason I am inquiring is because I plan on getting a roland sands rear fender kit and it says it fits 2000-20007 softail, you just have to cut the fender struts....
 
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Default RE: can you put a 200mm rear tire on a 2001 fatboy?

It can be done, easier with a swing arm from a 2006+ 200mm softail (the caliper bracket is shaved). You have to change out pulley, belt, etc.
 
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Default RE: can you put a 200mm rear tire on a 2001 fatboy?

that's what I mean you will need a new belt, pully, caliper etc.... right?
not to mention you will have to shave the fender struts



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It can be done, easier with a swing arm from a 2006+ 200mm softail (the caliper bracket is shaved). You have to change out pulley, belt, etc.
 
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I have a Metzler chart i can email you and it has the mods needed for larger tires. Just send mea pm with your email.
 
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Default Yes you can fit a 200 rear tyre to 2001 Fatboy

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I have a Metzler chart i can email you and it has the mods needed for larger tires. Just send mea pm with your email.
All that's needed to fit a 200 tyre to 2001 Fatboy is to cut off rear fender supports. Grind a small section off caliper locator lug on swingarm. Change wheel spacers to centralize wheel..fit 25 mm belt .no need to change front pulley as it's plenty wide enough.and machine the mating face of drive belt pulley to align belt ..it's very easy..
 
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