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Old Jun 5, 2015 | 09:12 PM
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Anyone running this tire on there electra glide?
 
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Those are two different specs of tyre, do check their website. The 270 has a lower load spec than modern dressers, although the 240 is fine, being sold as MT and LR of 74. What year and model of bike do you have?
 
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Those are two different specs of tyre, do check their website. The 270 has a lower load spec than modern dressers, although the 240 is fine, being sold as MT and LR of 74. What year and model of bike do you have?
I have a 2002 ultra classic ,i am considering these tires . looking for some feed back from someone who has had experie
nce with this type of tire , Thanks for replying .
 
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