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Discussion in 'Motorcycle Tech Talk' started by jacsul, Jul 10, 2010.

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  1. jacsul

    jacsul New Member

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    Ok, I know this forum is more about fuel management, but, here's my question. I got a 97 1200 with a stock rear tire 130/90/16, I want to go fatter maybe 150, will this bolt straight-up or do I need to make mods?

    Any input would be helpful...
    thanks

    Jack
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  3. chucktx

    chucktx Moderator Staff Member

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    i think a 150 will rub the drive belt and belt guard......
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  4. FLHTbiker

    FLHTbiker Moderator Staff Member

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    Stick around were more than just fuel management, we even get politicized. :)
    FLHTbiker, Jul 10, 2010
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  5. jacsul

    jacsul New Member

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    Sweet! :D
    jacsul, Jul 11, 2010
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    Word for the week: Politicized
    definition ;
    I am right and your opinion sucks...
    HarleysLR, Jul 11, 2010
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  7. chucktx

    chucktx Moderator Staff Member

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    :roflmao::roflmao::roflmao:
    chucktx, Jul 11, 2010
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  8. FLHTbiker

    FLHTbiker Moderator Staff Member

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    Chuck said it all :D

    But looking it up it is " A politicized issue is a social, economic, theological, spiritual, scientific or legal issue which has become a political issue, as a result of deliberate action or otherwise, whereby people become politically active over that issue."
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  9. chucktx

    chucktx Moderator Staff Member

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    wow...............who knew??????:)
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  10. HarleysLR

    HarleysLR Active Member

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    kind of makes it sound like we could be smart.....or NOT :D
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  11. jacsul

    jacsul New Member

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    I was just looking for a tire...:witsend:

    Awe, but what the hell.
    KILL THEM ALL AND LET GOD SORT EM' OUT!
    jacsul, Jul 11, 2010
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  12. FLHTbiker

    FLHTbiker Moderator Staff Member

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    You'll fit right in.

    Have you talked with a dealer about adding a fat tire. I have some friends here that ride Sportster who might like to know this as well
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  13. jacsul

    jacsul New Member

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    Only as a last resort. Seems to me they only wanna sell ya sh#t even if ya don't want it. And when it don't work they wanna sell ya more sh*t! :wtf:

    Bike builders are the true industry genises when it comes to custom work...:cool:
    jacsul, Jul 11, 2010
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  14. FLHTbiker

    FLHTbiker Moderator Staff Member

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    So true, just wondering what the dealer might of said to you.
    FLHTbiker, Jul 11, 2010
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  15. chucktx

    chucktx Moderator Staff Member

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    i will take some measurements and get back tomorrow evening......
    chucktx, Jul 11, 2010
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    :roflmao::roflmao::roflmao:
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  17. FLHTbiker

    FLHTbiker Moderator Staff Member

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    I was reading on another site where a guy said his 05 1200 Sportster cam from the factory with a 150 tire so it must be possible.
    FLHTbiker, Jul 12, 2010
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  18. Red Rider

    Red Rider Well-Known Member

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    Sportster frames were redesigned in 2004, so don't bet on it.
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  19. FLHTbiker

    FLHTbiker Moderator Staff Member

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    With some changes and a lot of money I'm sure it could be done. Just how bad do you really want to do it and is it really worth the expense.

    I understand there is a swing arm kit available so that a fat tire can be installed.
    FLHTbiker, Jul 12, 2010
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  20. jacsul

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    I'm lookin' for quick bolt-on, and for cheap, it's only a stock sporty... Unless you count the CARB work, intake, exaust, dual disc, foward controls, progressive suspension and a splash of chrome.

    Know what I mean.
    jacsul, Jul 12, 2010
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  21. chucktx

    chucktx Moderator Staff Member

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    i didnt get the measuments i wanted today, hope i can get them tomorrow. i have a question......who is going to mount this tire to your bike?? if it is an indy shop, they should know if it will fit or not. if your ordering on line, then they wont know. i dont do tires, as i have a great indyshop that does them for me. i take the bike, either mine or customers, to them. if they dont know if the tire will fit or not, they will try it so they know the next time one comes in. a good shop will either know or want to find answers to questions they dont know........that is the same way i am.......
    chucktx, Jul 12, 2010
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