21 inch tire
Road Master
Joined: Apr 2012
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From: Idahoe
I have only seen one in my area, oh and nobody cares what you think looks tacky.
Intermediate
Joined: May 2012
Posts: 29
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From: Louisiana
Ordered and received DNA 21"and 18" fat spokes wheels last week. Wanted the good rubber from DB but as you all know it's a no go for now. Got Vee Rubber from shop in California. Was told they are from a new batch or run. Have not mounted yet. But just looking at the tires there does not seem to be a problem right now. I got the 120/70-21 for front and 150/60-18 for rear. Front was about 245.00 and rear was 195.00. Figured I would set everything up and just run these tires until DB is back making them. Also ordered sprocket and rotors. Just waiting on rear chrome caliper and brake line before installing. Will give you all the 411 on the tires soon.
Road Warrior
Joined: Feb 2011
Posts: 1,269
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From: Liverpool UK
Tacky!.....yeah right ....probably confusing what you see on here with what's out there, I don't believe for one minute 21's are commonplace anywhere but here, let's see a pic of your bike, I dare you.
Road Captain
Joined: Apr 2012
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From: Sweden via Bisbee, Az.
I went with 18 front and kept the stock 16 back. Feels like a real good balance for the geometry. If you go 21, an 18 would probably make for a good feel, but might need some modding to get to fit.
Avons and Metz rock.
Former Sponsor
Joined: Aug 2005
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If this is your first tire change from Dunlop you will be amazed at the difference good rubber makes. It WILL feel like a different bike!!
I went with 18 front and kept the stock 16 back. Feels like a real good balance for the geometry. If you go 21, an 18 would probably make for a good feel, but might need some modding to get to fit.
Avons and Metz rock.
I went with 18 front and kept the stock 16 back. Feels like a real good balance for the geometry. If you go 21, an 18 would probably make for a good feel, but might need some modding to get to fit.
Avons and Metz rock.
2nd Gear
Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 6
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I have a question for you guys running a 21 inch front tire...something I'm looking to do to my UltraClassic... With the front end being a little higher how does it effect your kickstand ? When I was younger I raiser the ft end on my 750 honda and when I took it off the jack and put it on the stand it almost fell over....and issues ?
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Stage II
Joined: Oct 2012
Posts: 2
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From: Texas
I just finished up my 03 springer and did just that. Put a 21 x 3.5 on the front and left a 16 on the back. Didnt have to make any modification on the hub spacers at all. I did have to order a custom made whitewall for the front because i wanted to run the metzeler on the front. Looks and rides great.