Front wheel wear
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Front wheel wear
Hey Guys,
 \\;I have about 9,000 miles on my 07 Softail Custom. Noticed that the front tire is wearing on the left side as you face the bike [right side if you’re sitting on the bike]. Think the wheel is out of line or could it be from the ¼ inch offset on the 07’s front wheel?
 \\;I have about 9,000 miles on my 07 Softail Custom. Noticed that the front tire is wearing on the left side as you face the bike [right side if you’re sitting on the bike]. Think the wheel is out of line or could it be from the ¼ inch offset on the 07’s front wheel?
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RE: Front wheel wear
If I face you is your left side now your right? If you turn around is your right side changed to your left? Think about it. A car, truck or bike has a left and right side just like you no matter which way its facing. Now, which side is wearing out funny?
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RE: Front wheel wear
Sit on the bike.
Now you got right and left. Thats it.
Same as in a cage. Drivers side is left, passenger is right.
You got right side issues.
MikeM
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Now you got right and left. Thats it.
Same as in a cage. Drivers side is left, passenger is right.
You got right side issues.
MikeM
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RE: Front wheel wear
Unless you make a butt load of right hand turns, you have an alignment problem. The offset in the wheel doesn't effect the wear of the tire. Make sure your rear wheel is straight, see if the forks are into the triple tree the same amount, ect ect.
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RE: Front wheel wear
Dont worry! Mine was shot at 6400 miles. uneven wear is normal, not just on harleys. Replaced my tyres with avon cobra rear, venom front, much better than stock.
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