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Old May 31, 2011 | 03:41 AM
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I have looked through every thread I can find on the net and Ive been trying to find the answer but cant so I apologize if Im asking a repeat question but will a 2009 softail swingarm and 2000-2007 deuce wheel work on my 97 fatboy so i can beef up the rear tire? and if so what size belt should i run? thx
 
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my guess would be,,,, NO..
going from a 130 to a 200 ain't cheap..

call ur HD parts department and ask them, some one should now for sure.
 

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you can put a 160 under there with just a belt and pulley change.Fills the fender nicely and improves the handling like you wouldn't beleive. Just did my 96 like this for pocket change compared to what the 200 will cost. PM for details if your interested.
I need to take a good finished picture but this is a 160 Metz.on a stock 16" NT wheel.
 
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sent ya a pm
 

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