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Wheel swap question

Discussion in 'Motorcycle Tech Talk' started by freeride, Apr 26, 2011.

  1. freeride

    freeride Member

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    I want to replace the stock (FUGLY!) rear wheel on my 2000 Sportster 1200 Custom. I found a nice rear wheel from a 1999 Softail (Nighttrain) and was wondering if it could be fitted to my bike. I assume the bearings are a different size, but does anyone know of any other other reason why this swap would not be possible?
    Any input would be greatly appreciated!

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    freeride, Apr 26, 2011
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  3. chucktx

    chucktx Moderator Staff Member

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    as long as the sprocket/disc will swap over, should not be a problem. i am not sure the disc/sprocket will swap to opposite side of the softtail wheel
    chucktx, Apr 26, 2011
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  4. cowboy

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    the spacers might have to be cut a bit , double check both sides
    cowboy, Apr 26, 2011
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    Like chuck said, if you can swap sides with the sprocket and disc, I think both year wheels have the same diameter axle and wheel hubs are the same width(measure to verify both). Use the spacers from the Sporty wheel and put them in the Softail wheel and you should be good.
    Lucifer, Apr 27, 2011
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  6. fxdxriderleo

    fxdxriderleo Active Member

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    Instead of swapping pullies and rotors left to right, flip the wheel around.
    Leo
    fxdxriderleo, Jun 9, 2011
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  7. JohnnyBiker

    JohnnyBiker Well-Known Member

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    Won't that effect traction because of tread direction?? (Because of how it wears)?
    JohnnyBiker, Jun 9, 2011
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  8. hotroadking

    hotroadking Super Moderator Staff Member

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    Remove tire flip remount tire


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    hotroadking, Jun 9, 2011
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  9. JohnnyBiker

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    That will work...
    JohnnyBiker, Jun 9, 2011
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  10. chucktx

    chucktx Moderator Staff Member

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    :roflmao:
    chucktx, Jun 9, 2011
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