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Old 11-06-2007, 07:28 PM
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when changing to these size tires for a road king are there any pro and cons like ride comfort or durability..
 
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Old 11-06-2007, 07:54 PM
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All pro no cons! I assume you mean 21 front 18 rear? Do it you'll love it.
 
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Old 11-06-2007, 08:32 PM
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Default RE: 21" and 18"

how about from the performance aspect??

i still don't believe that the 21" front handles/rides as well as a 16/18"...

everyone talks how kewl these mods look but do the enhance the rideability of the bike??
 
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Old 11-06-2007, 09:03 PM
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Default RE: 21" and 18"

I've said it before.

21/18 - Handles as well as my stock 16/16 set-up
18/18 - Much better handling that 16/16

I went 21/18 primarily for looks, but would have switched to 18/18 if I felt like handling suffered over the stock set-up.
 
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Old 11-06-2007, 09:33 PM
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the truth I have had all three --- the 18/18 was excellent handling --- went to 21/18 IMHO it handles better and certainly better than the 16s--- the bike has a sporty feel to it --- quicker turns and better lean angle

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I've said it before.

21/18 - Handles as well as my stock 16/16 set-up
18/18 - Much better handling that 16/16

I went 21/18 primarily for looks, but would have switched to 18/18 if I felt like handling suffered over the stock set-up.
 
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Old 11-06-2007, 09:43 PM
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this is the info iv'e been lookn for. how do you re-calibrate the speedo?
 
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Old 11-07-2007, 09:40 AM
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Thinking of going to a 18 front, can I use my stock fender??
 
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yes---there are no issues with 18 front---maywant to consider lowering the fender.
 
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My speedo was close enough to not worry about. I checked it with a radar speed sign and a car beside me. I don't think thats much different than stock.
 
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Old 11-08-2007, 08:12 PM
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Any pics of 18" fronts 16" rear with stock fender? Also, is there a 18" wheel CLOSE to the Standard stock design for the front that matches the rear?? So I only buy one wheel and tire?
 


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