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Old May 27, 2012 | 11:34 AM
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Evening all ! well it is here ! can anyone one tell me what is the biggest tyre i can get into the swingarm of my 1980 fxwg ? its on the original 16" rim many thanks
 
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Old May 27, 2012 | 11:01 PM
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Iam thinking 140 in stock trim.150 to 160 will require wider wheel & off setting trans&primary and possibly a wider fender.
 
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That's a sweet looking motorcycle right there.
 
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