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Old Mar 26, 2014 | 11:55 AM
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Im looking to put a 21" wheel on my bike. Which tire would be the best tire to run. There is so many choices out there. Just looking to see what everybody is useing.
 
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Shinko 777 90/90 is what I run. Great ride, no following cracks or tar snakes. Dont run it at the stock tire psi though. Runs best and wears least at 38psi.
 
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running a Michelin Commander II 120/70/21 on my Heritage. Rides great
 
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That depend what size 21" wheel you are running. What year and model is the bike?
 
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Originally Posted by 2006shark
Im looking to put a 21" wheel on my bike. Which tire would be the best tire to run. There is so many choices out there. Just looking to see what everybody is useing.
Depends on wheel width. I like the OEM 21" tire on the Breakout, 130/60 but it will require a 3.5" wheel.
 
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Its 3.5in wide. 2006 roadglide
 
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120/70/21 or 130/60/21. What year and model is the bike? What wheel is on the rear? Do you plan on getting a different rear wheel? If so what size?
 
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Its a 2006 road glide,it has a 16" on the back and wasnt planning on changing it.
 
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I'd do a Michelin Commander II as they make a 150/80/16 that will fit the stock rear as well.
 
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