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Old Sep 3, 2009 | 05:48 AM
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Originally Posted by rthomp159
I wanted a fender that snugged up to the tire better than the stock one, and I didn't think the stock one would work with the larger wheel/tire. Regardless, I thought it would look silly even if it did work. In hindsight, I do kinda wish I'd gone with a 19" wheel/tire in order to get the bike lower without sacrificing suspension travel. Who knows, I've got a spare rear wheel, I might just sell the set and pony up for a new fender.

Then again, I like the look of the 21 up there, so who knows......
Russell, you are right about that meatier tire looking great on your bike. If I were to go with a 19" tall wheel/tire on my bike, would I need any other modifications other than a new fender?


Originally Posted by WVNightrain Rider
The 120 does handle a lot better but not as well has a Fatboy. I am currently using my orginial fender that DOES fit but only with 1/4" clearance.
I think this winter I may change the entire front over to a Fatboy just to get the look I want.
Do you have any photos posted anywhere of your front end so I can see how the 120 looks under a stock Nightrain fender? Have you ever noticed any touching of the tire to the fender on really bumpy conditions?
 

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Old Sep 3, 2009 | 07:49 AM
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As far as I can tell, the only thing you'd have to do is change the fender.
 
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Old Sep 7, 2009 | 02:39 PM
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Originally Posted by John Bernard
Do you have any photos posted anywhere of your front end so I can see how the 120 looks under a stock Nightrain fender? Have you ever noticed any touching of the tire to the fender on really bumpy conditions?
Here is the Metz 120/70/21 on my Nightrain with the stock fender.

 
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Old Sep 7, 2009 | 03:45 PM
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If you're interested John, I could be convinced to sell my wheels.....I've got an 18x5.5 which would look good on the back of an '07.
 
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Old Sep 7, 2009 | 05:05 PM
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Default convert from a 21" to a 16" front wheel

thought about changing mine last year and went straigh to a 16". had to have some new spacers fitted, the front caliper moved slightly and a new fender made up (stock from a sporster, cut lengthways and a section added). Rides much better. I run Avon Venom's front and rear.
 
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Originally Posted by WVNightrain Rider
Here is the Metz 120/70/21 on my Nightrain with the stock fender.

That looks very nice, and I really like your paint too! Thanks for posting the picture.

Russell, I am going to go with chrome wheels since I have a Standard. I'm also leaning towards getting away from the spoke wheel in the front. I've always liked the look of them, but don't like the hassle when cleaning them.

Warwick, thanks for taking the time to post.
 
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