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Old Aug 15, 2025 | 11:52 PM
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Default 1997 Bad Boy rear axle problems

Hey there folks! I’m new here, and recently came across a 97 Bad Boy in rough condition. Got it running, but the rear tire was awful. Took it off and now can’t seem to get the spacers to fit back where they were. Any and all help is greatly appreciated! Pics are even better! Thanks, SteevelKnievel.
 
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Old Aug 16, 2025 | 12:37 AM
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@Steevelknievel I have moved this thread from the Welcome section to the Softail Models section as you will get better responses to your question in this section. The Welcome section is more for introducing yourself & letting other forum members know what Harley Davidson you own, not asking technical related questions.
 
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Thank you. Didn’t mean for it to get here. Glad it was moved.
 
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Welcome to the HDFORUM. Just as a suggestion make your next new thread back over in the newmember welcome area to say hello.

Putting the rear wheel back seems to remind one's self it would be nice to have 4 hands.

This may help.

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Welcome to the forum from New York.
 
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@imoo6170

Might want to combine it with his duplicate thread there.
 
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