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Laced rear wheel for sportster

Discussion in 'Motorcycle Tech Talk' started by raa883, Nov 11, 2009.

  1. raa883

    raa883 New Member

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    I'm thinking about putting a laced rear wheel on my 2006 sportster. I've seen lots of wheels for sale, but I need to know what fits best before I go any further. Do I need to be aware of bearing size and wheel width. Is the stock wheel wider than 3 inches and what size are the wheel bearings? If this has been covered before, my apollogies. Thanks
    raa883, Nov 11, 2009
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    chucktx Moderator Staff Member

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    the best advice would be to take measurements from what you have,,,,then go from there....i assume you like the look????
    chucktx, Nov 11, 2009
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    yep I bet it like the looks better ,cause the 06 sporty has the solid wheel in back like the fat boy
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    Thanks for the reply. Not sure if the wheel needs to be nore than 3 inches wide to accomodate the 150 tire.
    raa883, Nov 12, 2009
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    a 150 will fit a stock rim.......
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    Laced wheels front & rear were an option on models other than the Custom, which came with the disc Fat Boy type wheel in the rear. Rear axle 1", up from 3/4" on '04 & earlier models; sealed wheel bearings; rim is 3" wide. You could get just the laced rear wheel for an '05-up model & keep the 21" front (assuming you've got the Custom) or a set from / for another Sportster (883 or 1200) which would have the wider 19" front.
    Art_NJr, Nov 13, 2009
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