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Old Nov 25, 2008 | 07:22 PM
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Hi we are working on a 2007 FLHTCUI and want to go to a larger rear tire
how big can we go with the stock swing arm & belt?
second question - what if we went to a chain drive,
What stock wheel can be used ? Maybe a deuce or fatboy
Thanks for any HELP
 
Old Nov 25, 2008 | 07:41 PM
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Hello and welcome to the forums. Don't know if it will fit yours, but the 200mm tire on my FatBoy looks real good. Good luck with the project.

 
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