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Old Feb 22, 2008 | 10:47 AM
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I know this question has been asked before,but cant seem to locate the thread on it.Could anyone tell me the widest tire usable on 1998 softail custom in the avon venom series,thanks?
 
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Old Feb 22, 2008 | 11:14 AM
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Binder,

My dealer told me I could fit upto a 160, although it would require flush mounting all the nuts and bolts inside the rear fender. I'm currently running a 140 with no problems.
 
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