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Old Mar 14, 2009 | 03:34 PM
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I just purchased a HD Slotted 6 spoke 21"wheel for my 04 Softail standard. My bike currently has the factory OEM laced 21" wheel. What do I need to buy for the NEW wheel to fit my bike?

I already bought the bearings, but doe I need the internal spacer? And can I use the original spacers on each siDe? Can I put a floating rotor on the bike without changing my caliper?

hELP REALLY CAN'T WAIT TO GET THE NEW WHEEL ON.

LARRY
 
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Old Mar 14, 2009 | 03:37 PM
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You will need an internal spacer to go between the bearings. If you want to have it taken out of your other wheel you could do that but it will probably be about the same price just to buy a new one. A floating rotor should bolt right on as long it is the same diameter as you other rotor. Harley states that you should use new rotor bolts each time.
 
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