Just wondering, with the straight axle, going through hard leans, would it not decrease the space you need? Not an expert but on my straight axle conversion I tried wider tires and had rubbing problems in turns..
Just wondering, with the straight axle, going through hard leans, would it not decrease the space you need? Not an expert but on my straight axle conversion I tried wider tires and had rubbing problems in turns..
Well,got some good news on the rear wheels from the Harley TriGlide Riding Group on Facebook. One of their members discovered that a 15x7 w/3.5" backspace fits fine on his TG. Since the bolt pattern is the same as the later model Ford Mustangs,he bought a pair of wheels at his local tire shop that fit perfectly and has ridden the trike many miles without any clearance issues. He said neither he nor his wife were lightweights either,if anyone was wondering whether a lightweight rider had anything to do with it. The oem rear tires have a lot of ballooning from the narrow oem wheels so the wider wheel gives a nice straighter sidewall.
A 7" wheel with 3.5" backspacing will be easy to get and for sure won't break the bank,unless you like exotic wheels. If you want to change wheel diameter,that width with that backspace number should fit like a glove,as long as you stay with a 205-width tire. You guys with TriGlides and Freewheelers now have a good selection of custom wheels to choose from.
That may prove useful if I go with larger rotors for a brake project thanks Clint ride safely fearless
p.s. what year Mustang. [maybe mustang II?]
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Almost everything I can find is polished aluminum & not Chromed. These are coated with a protectant though. But there is quite a lot to pick from from under $200 to around $400 each. Still a lot less than Harley selection.
One style I like a Centerline Fuel & is about $279ea.
Both in 15"X6" & 7". w/4.25 bolt circle with 2-3/8" offset to 3-1/2".
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I like the 6x3-3/8 backspace. I put 2-3/8.... my bad.
I don't like shoe horning a wheel inside a fender. Looks great, but unforgiving !
There is one that has a better pattern, but almost $400. If I go that much it better be chromed !
2012 Tri-Glide, DK's Lift Brackets, 416 Progressive shocks, S&S Power Tune Duals Header, V&H Monster Rounds , HD Ventelator AC, FCS Fans, Tank raised 2", Dual Halogen Headlight, L.R.S 10" Tinted Windshield, Hammock Seat, Tourpak 1"raise & 2" back & Light conversion, PV w/Target Tune, Bagger Bar, Harley 2" pullback bars, Running AmsOil in all Boxes.
Today I came across one of the Cragar spoke wheels with 4/4.25 lugs. They have only 4 heavy spokes, but they were in 13". Tire guy is trying to find a set in 15".
2012 Tri-Glide, DK's Lift Brackets, 416 Progressive shocks, S&S Power Tune Duals Header, V&H Monster Rounds , HD Ventelator AC, FCS Fans, Tank raised 2", Dual Halogen Headlight, L.R.S 10" Tinted Windshield, Hammock Seat, Tourpak 1"raise & 2" back & Light conversion, PV w/Target Tune, Bagger Bar, Harley 2" pullback bars, Running AmsOil in all Boxes.
American Racing also has another option. Basically they cut the wheel to your specs.
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VNB478560XX 15" x 6" Blank -19mm to 10mm TWO-PIECE GLOSS BLACK W/ MILLED CENTER 72.6 1580 lbs $670.00 MG478CAP2 VN478560XX 15" x 6" Blank -19mm to 10mm TWO-PIECE POLISHED 72.6 1580 lbs $680.00 MG478CAP2
http://www.americanracing.com/wheel/...N478%20Turbine
2012 Tri-Glide, DK's Lift Brackets, 416 Progressive shocks, S&S Power Tune Duals Header, V&H Monster Rounds , HD Ventelator AC, FCS Fans, Tank raised 2", Dual Halogen Headlight, L.R.S 10" Tinted Windshield, Hammock Seat, Tourpak 1"raise & 2" back & Light conversion, PV w/Target Tune, Bagger Bar, Harley 2" pullback bars, Running AmsOil in all Boxes.
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Liking the turbine wheel look.
Someone wanted a spoke wheel for the Trike. Fat Daddy has a set that are sealed for tubeless. But a bit spendy.
http://www.stcharlesharleydavidson.c...ductid=7736413
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Hi all
i know this is an old thread but I hope I can get an answer.
what size wheels can be used if we remove the fenders?
thanks.
Really any size that will fit bolt pattern and clear the back spacing, just remember if you go higher in the tire diameter you are changing the gearing ratio, less power more speed. Of course if you smaller it does the same increase power lower speed. You know how that works, if not check a tire chart. Do an advanced search in the top right corner of the page it will bring up several threads addressing wheel and tire changes. Good luck on your search. Fred
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