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Old Dec 2, 2012 | 12:53 PM
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Angry FX springerfront wheel spacing

I just bought my 3rd harley, first softail and its a 2006 Springer, I recently noticed that the front rim is 2.5 inches from tire to fork on the left side and only 2" on the right side,(rotor side), what the hell is up with that?? I dont like it and now want to change my front end!!
 
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Old Dec 2, 2012 | 01:11 PM
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huh ill look at my springer and check back, however if it upsets you that much im sure many people on here would love to trade you front ends!!!!!
 
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Old Dec 6, 2012 | 09:50 PM
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I didn't notice it when I bought my springer either. It bothered me a little at first but I got over it. After I was over the front end I noticed the rear tire is offset towards the belt side. Actually the gouges in the tire from the fender strut bolts helped me notice the offset.
 
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Old Dec 7, 2012 | 06:32 PM
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I'll trade you my Night Train front end if you want Timmy that's the way they are as most Newer Harley's.
 
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