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Old Jun 22, 2010 | 07:51 AM
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I have a 94 springer i need a rear tire and was wndering if I could go from a 140 90 16 to a 150 90 16 without having to modify anything on the bike? Anyone have any suggeations for me.
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Old Jun 22, 2010 | 12:38 PM
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Here check out this chart I have:...

http://www.hdwheels.com/images/Order...nt%20Table.pdf
 
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thanks but that chart does not go back far enough for my bike.
 
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Old Jun 23, 2010 | 07:43 AM
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i have a metzler chart i can email you if you pm me with your address
 
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I am new to this forum what do i do to pm you?
 
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I am new to this forum what do i do to pm you?
click on my name and send private message
 
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It wont let me send you a message
 
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140/90B16 ME880 is the largest without major mods
 
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