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Old Sep 17, 2015 | 09:18 PM
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Evening...I am looking to replace my stock front tire which is too skinny....I will be searching on Ebay for wheel ...what is the widest size I can go for my bike? I am a long time visitor here, just became a member here...I haven't submitted pics or profile yet...I appreciate any input...
 
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Old Sep 17, 2015 | 11:41 PM
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If you want to keep the original fender, you can mount a 90/90/21 on it. That's what I did on my 2005 FXST. I'm not sure that a FLST fender will bolt up to a FX fork. A 3-3.5 inch wheel will work for a 130 front tire, but I'm willing to bet that the spacers will be different. Good luck
 
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