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Old 05-03-2011, 05:33 PM
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I know I'm going to change the front wheel on my 08 Street Glide. I just can't make up my mind on what size to go. It's really driving me nuts.What do you guys think?
 
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Old 05-03-2011, 05:36 PM
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I'm pretty sure if you go over a 21 in he front you gotta rake the front end.
 
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Old 05-03-2011, 05:41 PM
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I'm really happy with my 21". The 23s look cool but I haven't seen them on anything except bar hoppers. I'd be curious what someone with some long trips through twisty terrain says.
 
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I know I have to rake it for a 23. There is alot more expense with the 23, but I worry about the rideability.
 
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I never see 23" but always see 21" Be different and go with the 23" should look awesome!
 
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Get what you want man.
 
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Originally Posted by DocHarley
I never see 23" but always see 21" Be different and go with the 23" should look awesome!
What the Doc said.....
 
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Just went with the 21/18 combo and love it. Only thing I've noticed that's different is getting it off the kickstand. Is heavier--other than that the ride is fine and looks great.
 
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23" still has a bit of sidewall. raking them isn't that bad, it just more added cost is all (trees/rake block kit/bodywork/painting neck).
 
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Do what turns you on, I went 21 because it looks and handles good, and the tires are readily available, no real cost increase either, (no fender, triple tree, etc).
 


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