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Old Jun 3, 2007 | 08:36 AM
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Put it on yesterday, 18" Hogpro Indy with a 140 Metz. What a difference!
Can't wait for the chrome lowers to get here now!

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Old Jun 3, 2007 | 08:59 AM
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Looks good. Those wheels were in contentions when I was making my decision. Great looking wheel.
 
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Old Jun 3, 2007 | 02:50 PM
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LOOK's Good
Did you just do the front wheel?
 
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Old Jun 3, 2007 | 03:43 PM
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Default RE: New Ft 18" wheel

Thanks!
Yep, just the front. I have an 16" chrome wheel from a RK that I am going to put on the rear. Can't hardly see the rear anyway.
 
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Old Jun 3, 2007 | 03:45 PM
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Pics when done!
 
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Old Jun 3, 2007 | 03:58 PM
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How does it handle compared to the stock wheel?

 
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Old Jun 3, 2007 | 04:23 PM
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Very Nice!!

Ride Safe,

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Old Jun 3, 2007 | 06:26 PM
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Nice!! I'm jealous!!!
 
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Great!! The first couple of corners I could feel the tire a little. Now ...no difference.
 
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