need a bigger wheel
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From: Queens, NY
need a bigger wheel
Ok I've exhausted whatever i can using the search bar so I'm gonna throw it out there. I know there have been all types of wide tire threads out there but my question remains. I'm doing a ton of work over the winter and want to move to a 200 rear tire on my 11 street bob. The fender clearance wont be and issue its just the wheel. I figure itd be best/cheapest to find a new 17x6 wheel to lace up with stock spokes. I have no clue where to find one though, any idea where to buy one or any other suggestions? Thanks in advance
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Last I heard, you had to go to an 18" wheel for a 200. I don't think they make one for a 17" unless a new has come out I haven't heard about. Anyone else heard? It's been a while since I was looking but it would be nice if they made a 200 tire for a 17" rim now.
Last edited by Robbie13; Jan 19, 2012 at 12:32 PM. Reason: Added
Road Warrior
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From: South Australia
Personal preference which way you go... Yes you can get the 200 in an 18 or a 17, depends which wheel you want to run I guess. I went with a 60 spoke DNA 18 x 5.5" and love it with the ME880 200
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When I was looking at 180/200 tires for a 17" wheel, most tires were of the sport bike design. The only non Dunlop SE tire in 180 seemingly suitable for a 17" wheel were the Pirelli Night Dragon and possibly the SuperCorsa.
To get a proper profile tire in 180/200 for a HD, most fitament charts recommended a 18x5.5" or 18x6" wheel.
To get a proper profile tire in 180/200 for a HD, most fitament charts recommended a 18x5.5" or 18x6" wheel.
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