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Old 04-02-2011, 08:57 AM
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Default Any new comers to the 21" tire game?

I have decided to finally pull the trigger on the 21" wheel swap. I really want to do a 21x3.5, but all the 120/70-21 white wall tires are SUPER expensive. Are there any other companies making these tires beside HotHawgz, Vee Rubber, and the Avon that Native Customs sells "exclusively" from their store for almost $500!!!!???? If I can't find a more readily available tire, I will just go with the 21x3, and stretch a MH90-21. I heard that the Metzler MH90-21 has a taller sidewall, is this true? I want to fill my 2003 Heritage fender the best I can, but I am not paying that much for a 120. Hopefully someone will start making these soon, since it is now a big craze! Thanks guys!
 
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I put a 21x3.5 on my Deluxe. The way I figure is that the wheel cost more than the tire so I stepped up with the 3.5. Someone else will most likely make a white wall for a better price. I put the VEE Rubber on bike. I like the look and it fills the fender. I wouldnt stretch a narrow tire on a 3" wide wheel. I know guys are doing that but the tire is not designed to be on that size of wheel. Just think about the safety factor!
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Where did you get your Vee from? They are kinda hard to find. I like the looks of the 3.5", but damn... it's gonna be hell finding a reasonably price tire for it. Also, are you running a tube? If so, what size? Thanks for the intel, T !
 

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I'm waiting for my 21" to come in, can't wait!!!
 
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I'm waiting for my 21" to come in, can't wait!!!
Where did you order your tire from? And if you don't mind... what did you pay for it?
 
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I can get you guys the Vee Rubber, but it is not cheap.

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Ordered mine form Drew! Dr.V-Twin
 
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Originally Posted by Night Stalker
Where did you get your Vee from? They are kinda hard to find. I like the looks of the 3.5", but damn... it's gonna be hell finding a reasonably price tire for it. Also, are you running a tube? If so, what size? Thanks for the intel, T !
Night Stalker, I got my VEE Rubber from Mob Choppers in So Cal. His email address is mrmobchoppers@yahoo.com. I paid 3 bills for it. Pricey but worth it. Yes I am running tubes. Not sure what size, I didnt mount the tire. Im also running Dyna Beads. They work great.
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A friend of mine and I are currently waiting for our 21's to come in also. Should be in soon.

I went with the Assault from RC components. And my friend went with the Widow. Both in the new "Fusion" finish.
 
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A friend of mine and I are currently waiting for our 21's to come in also. Should be in soon.

I went with the Assault from RC components. And my friend went with the Widow. Both in the new "Fusion" finish.
I was asking about 21" tires, but congrats on the new wheels! Those are two nice picks!
 


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