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Old Feb 22, 2013 | 12:44 AM
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Whats up guys i need some help ..I have a 08 fxd super glide, I'm about to order a set of dna 80 spokes for my bike, 18 x4.25 or 18x5.5 in the rear? Thats my dilemma can I run either of these with out having to buy spacers or? I know that the stock wheel is a 17x4.5 ..and in the front I'm going 21x3.5 dont see any issues there just stumped on the rear..nobody at dna seems to know what I need..I'm fairly new to this just looki g for some input or advice..thanks
 
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Old Feb 22, 2013 | 05:54 AM
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I'll let you know when I get into the shop. I'm useless without my chart at this hour of the morning.
 
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Old Feb 22, 2013 | 07:49 AM
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According to HD wheels looks like you are good with the 18 x 5.5 with no mods. See link or attached pic

http://www.hdwheels.com/Product.htm there is also a tire fit chart on there that will tell you what size tires you can use on rim width

 

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Old Feb 22, 2013 | 07:52 AM
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an 18x5.5 wheel fits with a 180x55-18 tire fits no mods or problems. that what is on mine.
 
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Old Feb 22, 2013 | 08:20 AM
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18x5.5 with 200/50/18 Metz (wider than Avon). If you relocate your rear signals, it fits fine and worth the extra effort.

Also, if you don't want to mess around with spacers, you need to make sure that the wheel either uses the stock hub or a hub that is the exact same width as the stock hub.
 
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Old Feb 22, 2013 | 11:46 AM
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Thanks guys ..I'm using DNA 80 spokes ..I'm gonna go with the 5.5 with a 200..ill post pics as soon as its done..again thank you
 
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Old Feb 22, 2013 | 02:05 PM
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Hey Jim--What wheels are you replacing? I posted earlier about some wheels that I'm looking for for my 06 super glide. Have cast but am looking for spoke. Thanks, dude
 

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Old Feb 22, 2013 | 02:12 PM
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Originally Posted by dyna_jim
Thanks guys ..I'm using DNA 80 spokes ..I'm gonna go with the 5.5 with a 200..ill post pics as soon as its done..again thank you
Good choice.
 
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Originally Posted by jmeiers
18x5.5 with 200/50/18 Metz (wider than Avon). If you relocate your rear signals, it fits fine and worth the extra effort.

Also, if you don't want to mess around with spacers, you need to make sure that the wheel either uses the stock hub or a hub that is the exact same width as the stock hub.
did you any belt to tire clearence issues?
 
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did you any belt to tire clearence issues?
No issues with belt or tires. I did not have to space the pulley either. As long as the hub is centered properly, you will have no issues with a 200 tire.
 
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