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Feb 19, 2012 | 02:08 PM

07flhxrider

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need tire size help

i have a 07 street glide that im in the process of a winter rebuild and ordered a set of 21 x 3.5 front wheel and 18 x 3.5 rear wheel.. i know the front tire size is 120/70-21.. but i am lost on the rear size.. whats the tire size should i run on my bike?
thanks for the help

Feb 19, 2012 | 02:33 PM

Kesean

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You can either go with a 17 x 6.25 or a 18 x 5 if you plan to go up in size. Whomever you are getting your wheels and tires through should be able to answer that question for you.

Feb 19, 2012 | 06:50 PM

07flhxrider

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i was told i could only run a 18 x 3.5 on the back of my bike. that is why i ordered that width..

Feb 19, 2012 | 06:59 PM

Kesean

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Originally Posted by 07flhxrider

i was told i could only run a 18 x 3.5 on the back of my bike. that is why i ordered that width..

Did you get that info from who you ordered the wheels and tires through? If so then go with it.

Feb 19, 2012 | 07:02 PM

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150/70-18

Feb 19, 2012 | 08:01 PM

07flhxrider

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they are closed and im trying to put my order in to catch the presidents sale.....
thanks 131tman

Feb 19, 2012 | 09:09 PM

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You should call Hogpro, they'll have good info and good deals for you. I believe you can run a 18 x 4.25 wheel no problem on a 07-08 touring bike, and up to a 160 rear tire. I have a 160 Dunlop E3 on my 07.