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Old Jul 8, 2008 | 04:37 PM
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Could anyone tell me the largest rear tire(18) that I can fit under the stock fender on my Street Glide??
 
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Old Jul 8, 2008 | 04:42 PM
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i believe a 160. but be ready to trim belt gaurd and maybe brake arm
 
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Old Jul 8, 2008 | 04:50 PM
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Stick with a 150/70-18
Metz 160 radial has potential handling/fitment issues
 
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Old Jul 8, 2008 | 05:08 PM
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Thanks for the info, I have been running a 150/70 and thought I'd try something bigger, but I'll stick with this, thanks
 
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Old Jul 8, 2008 | 05:12 PM
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if you want the fat rubber fat baggers inc has 200 conversion kit for around 3g's
 
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