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Old Jun 16, 2011 | 01:00 PM
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What is the largest rear rim you can put on a stock softail FXST 2000? Im not willing to go wider than 5 inches and no thinner than 3.5

Would an 18 in rim fit without any modification? If so, what sized tire would I need? I dont want the rear tire bing less than 3.5 inches but no more than 5.

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18x4.25 with a 160 tire although it depends on the brand of the tire and you might need to check your rear wiring harness and struts bolts for clearance.

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Thanks Drew! So what do you think a larger wheel would look back there. The owner of NYC Choppers suggested it and he now has me thinking about going with an 18.
 
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It will look pretty nice. Contrast that 21-inch front really well. Suits the bike just right with enough meat to look fat but not silly.
 
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Now you're talking. Instead of the 2.15 I'd be going with a 3 up front.
 
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