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Apr 23, 2012 | 12:39 AM

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Light question

Hey guys. I'm new to this forum and to the Harley world. I just bought my first Harley and have a few general questions. I'm looking to do some updates/modifications to my 2000 Ultra classic and need some help. I was wondering if I could update my headlight/auxiliary lights to the newer style smooth lights without any complications. Is it as easy us just mounting and plugging in or are there electrical system upgrades to be done?

I also was wondering if the Swingarm/fender will allow for a little wider tire.

Thanks in advance for any help.
Rich

Apr 23, 2012 | 12:44 AM

HarleyRanger

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Hi Rich,
I don't have an answer to your questions, but welcome to the forums and the wonderful world of Harleys!

Apr 23, 2012 | 03:01 AM

dickey

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You should be able to upgrade the lights no problem. Not sure about the tire. Ask your dealer, or (what I do) check other bikes at local bike nights.

Apr 23, 2012 | 08:22 AM

alanw1

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I recently installed the Truck-Light Phase 7 LED headlight on my '99 FLHT Electra Glide Standard. It took about three minutes with a screwdriver and plugged right in. If you use the search function on the forum, there are many good reviews and pics of the various brands/options.

Apr 23, 2012 | 08:26 AM

NDBadlands4-2

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Are you looking into LED lights? If so the headlight and the driving lights are very easy. The blinkers are a bit more trouble, but still not difficult.

Apr 23, 2012 | 08:28 AM

Rodzilla6

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Welcome and congrats on the bike! Usually you can go up one size on the tire, sometimes 2...unless the last owner already did. Check the manual if you have one (get one if not) to see what they recommended stock. My rocker, I went up 2 sizes, front and back. Snug in back but fits. Ride safe.

Apr 23, 2012 | 08:35 AM

Pumba11

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Texas, welcome.

You may want to re-post this over in the Touring Bikes area, great group of guys there. As far as your tire you should be able to go up to a 140 tire, or a MU tire with no problems. Don't think you are going get much more without running into problems hitting your drive belt.