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Old Jun 2, 2009 | 03:58 PM
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Can someone tell me what is the tallest rim that I can use on my 01 flstsi with out changing the fender?
 
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Old Jun 2, 2009 | 05:47 PM
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here's a picture of a springer from ebay a while ago it has a 21" with fender and it looks badda*s. Compliments to the builder....

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Old Jun 3, 2009 | 07:42 AM
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Thanks, I had not seen that one, looks like a stock fender. By the way, your bike is ABSOLUTLY AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!
 

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Old Jun 3, 2009 | 07:45 AM
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Originally Posted by HARLEYTIMFLSTSI
yes, I saw that one on ebay and it stimulated my interest into changing mine. However with the springer front end, not sure if there is enough clearance to put the 21" on it as the fender is attached to the axel rather that the forks.

Was hoping some one here would have some insight. Also If I have to change the fender, is there a option available or would it need to be custom.

I think that it looks ausome on the deluxe and would look even better on my springer.

i just gave you a picture of one on a springer....why dont you put your curser on it(the attached pic) and open it up. take a look. it looks good
 

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21x3.5 wheel with a 120/70-21 tire will work with out modification to the fender.
 
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Old Jun 3, 2009 | 09:33 AM
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put a 24 on it and take the fender off!
 
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BLKnCHRME09Deluxe sorry I tried to edit my first post as I thought the other picture was your bike. Thanks for the help

Also thanks Zacharia_11 for the size.
 
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Originally Posted by Zacharia_11
21x3.5 wheel with a 120/70-21 tire will work with out modification to the fender.

that tire doesnt come in a white wall....np harleytime i figured you thought that was my ride up top. your ride will look good with a 21"...good luck
 

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