Custom Wheels for Deluxe
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Cruiser
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Custom Wheels for Deluxe
I am doing some research on Fat spokes custom wheels because I'll be taking the plunge soon for my 08 Deluxe. I'm looking at the 21x3.5 front and 16.3.5 rear. I have read a lot of threads on here about Sinister, DNA and Ride Wright wheels. I've seen old threads that almost everyone that ordered DNA wheels had a problem but I haven't seen anything on them lately. I'll like to know if anyone has had any problems with the wheels or from where they ordered. It is a expensive purchase so I'll like to get as much info as possible. Thanks.
Tourer
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From: North Alabama
I have the DNA Mammoths on mine (21x3 & 18x4.25) and bought them through KC International. I will NEVER buy another item from KC International that isn't currently in stock because of the run around a pure lack of communication from them. My rear wheel had the sealant inside the wheel break and leaked air on the first ride. Tire went down in a matter of seconds from leaking around 10 spokes. I was already expecting to put a tube in them (I expect ALL spoke wheels to need a tube no matter what everybody else's experiences are or who made the wheels) so I treated it as a lesson RE-learned and put a tube in it like I should've done to start with. And it for sure wasn't worth the hassle to send it back after waiting several months to get them. With that being said, I love the wheels and would most definitely buy them again. I put a tube in the rear wheel and has been 8000 miles and two tires since. The front does not have a tube in it and it has never leaked.
I have a buddy with Ride Wrights and they needed tubes as well... so the more you spend doesn't mean you get a far superior product. It would have pissed me off royally had I bought Ride Wrights or Sinisters and had to put a tube in them...
I have a buddy with Ride Wrights and they needed tubes as well... so the more you spend doesn't mean you get a far superior product. It would have pissed me off royally had I bought Ride Wrights or Sinisters and had to put a tube in them...
Cruiser
Joined: Feb 2016
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From: Pennsylvania
I have had dna wheels on my deluxe now for 3 years with no problems whatsoever. I have the exact sizes and style that you want. I bought them from a local indy and he had them for me within 2 days. They sell their stuff on ebay also- american classic motors. I have heard some bad reports about dna wheels but I guess I was fortunate. Good luck! Btw the wheels look awesome on a deluxe!
Road Warrior
Joined: Jun 2015
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I just bought some wheels and tires from HogPro...fantastic outfit to buy from. Top notch customer service and advice. They sell Sinister wheels btw.
Last edited by HD_fan; Nov 18, 2016 at 07:20 PM.
Bought my DNA Mammoth spokes from Choppershop1 on Ebay. His name is Mark, he is a great guy and gets you what you want fast. He is in California, and goes to DNA's shop daily.
I haven't had one problem with my wheels. Been on the Deluxe for almost 2 years. I am not running tubes and haven't had a leak yet. I do however, check tire pressure before every ride. Probably should have went with tubes, just for the safety factor.
The problems I have heard of from DNA are mostly with the powder coated wheels.
Good luck with your search for new wheels.
I haven't had one problem with my wheels. Been on the Deluxe for almost 2 years. I am not running tubes and haven't had a leak yet. I do however, check tire pressure before every ride. Probably should have went with tubes, just for the safety factor.
The problems I have heard of from DNA are mostly with the powder coated wheels.
Good luck with your search for new wheels.
We've learned that many buy spoke wheels and since the tire says "tubeless", they run the tire without a tube, but forgot to order the spoke wheels sealed for tubeless operation. It is an added process to seal the wheels. Some want it, others do not. It's a matter of preference, of course.
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Road Captain
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Installed some fat spokes for a friend today. Everything went smooth until we needed a spacer for the rear pulley. Make sure you speak to your dealer if you need one or not.
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Well just got of the phone with Rob from Hogpro and I ordered my Sinister wheels. Chrome rims and nipples with black spokes. Cant wait for them to arrive and installing them on my Deluxe.
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Post pics.....we'd love to see.