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Old Mar 7, 2015 | 09:35 AM
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I have a 1996 Harley Fatboy, I had the opportunity to buy this 18"x3.5" rear spoked wheel. I bought it assuming that it was a rear wheel, but I am pretty new to Harleys (previously had old Honda Choppers). Can you tell if this is a front or rear wheel based on this photo?
 
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Old Mar 7, 2015 | 09:39 AM
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Are there threaded holes on both sides of the hub? If so, does one side have bigger holes than the other?
 
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Old Mar 7, 2015 | 09:48 AM
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Nope, no holes on the other side...
 
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Old Mar 7, 2015 | 10:19 AM
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Then it's a front.....
 
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I hole only on one side it is a front wheel. The back needs holes for belt pulley and brake rotor.
 
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Old Mar 7, 2015 | 10:41 AM
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That's what I thought.... well if anyone is looking for any 18" x 3.5" front let me know.
 
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