Why do people run 2 different wheels??
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Why do people run 2 different wheels??
Ive noticed a lot of Harleys have a solid rear wheel and a spoked front wheel. Why is that, is there any performance advantage? I got a harley because nothing else compares as far as style gos, and that just reminds me of the hooligan stunt riders i used to ride with on beat up sport bikes with 2 different wheels, I think it looks awful. No offense to anyone who runs there bike that way, Im just wondering if there is an advantage, it obviously isnt for the looks. Thanks
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RE: Why do people run 2 different wheels??
Fat Boys come with two solid wheels. Some put a FB rear wheel on. My friend has a FB and he hates the solid wheels because the wind wreaks havoc on 'em...
Tourer
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From: Marietta, GA
RE: Why do people run 2 different wheels??
My Sporty came stock with the solid on the back and laced front. It looks fine IMO. Depends on the bike. I liked it on the Sporty. But the bikes you are seeing that way might just be stock and people didn't mess with it.
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RE: Why do people run 2 different wheels??
Alot of Harleys come with a spoked or mag up front and a solid or slotted in the rear unless you pay for the upgraded wheel package. Just another way for the moco to squeeze more money out of ya.
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From: Boynton Beach, FloriDuh
RE: Why do people run 2 different wheels??
ORIGINAL: tmr931
ok, i thought maybe it was to prevent wrapping spokes in high torque applications or something. thanls for the info ive been wondring for a while
ok, i thought maybe it was to prevent wrapping spokes in high torque applications or something. thanls for the info ive been wondring for a while
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RE: Why do people run 2 different wheels??
I put a solid wheel on the back, because my spokes loosened up twice. In addition, 9 times out of 10 if you get a flat it will be on the back. A solid wheel makes roadside repairs possible.
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Road Warrior
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RE: Why do people run 2 different wheels??
Yep, most of us are stuck with the std. solid rear, spoked frontsince it comes that way. HD certainly thought it would be a money maker for folks wanting to switch since it is obviously not for aesthetic reasons, I think it sucks personally and may eventually change mine to a spoked rear but I would never buy it from HD for what they try to get for a matching wheel.
Imagine buying a new vehicle with a nice polished or chrome rim up front and just a plain rim and hubcap in the rear...same difference in my opinion.
Imagine buying a new vehicle with a nice polished or chrome rim up front and just a plain rim and hubcap in the rear...same difference in my opinion.
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