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Jul 11, 2006 | 07:43 PM

Kiel1969

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Conversion

Has anyone gone wide on their Dyna. I have a 96 FXDL and am looking into going to a 200 rear end. It cost big bicks and was wondering if it is really worth it.

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Mike
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Jul 12, 2006 | 12:56 AM

bobcowan

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RE: Conversion

Depends on what you mean by worth it. The wider tire looks better to some folks. But it's heavier, and doesn't improve traction or stability.

Jul 12, 2006 | 04:41 AM

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RE: Conversion

Hmmm.. how could an increase in contact area not result in improved traction?

Jul 12, 2006 | 11:21 AM

Mascman

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RE: Conversion

Maybe he means straight-line traction, where you are riding on the center of the tire, not cornering where you are contacting the sidewall...I'd say you may see a benefit there.

I bought a 2006 Dyna and got a bigger tire with it...I'm sure it would be cheaper for you to do the conversion on the bike you already have!

A 200mm would look pretty sweet IMO.

Jul 12, 2006 | 03:08 PM

kimo

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RE: Conversion

The wider your tire the more likely you are too hydroplane.Thinner tires cut thru the water easier. That would be the only negative thing i could see. Im gonna upgrade from 160 mm to 180mm when its time for a tire change. Think you can do that for less than 300 bucks.