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Old 07-21-2008, 06:59 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Wideglided forks

Does anyone know if a wideglide front end will fit on an 87 fxrs?
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The short answer is yes, but the bottom triple (stock type)tree may need to be trimmed to clear the neck for a decent amount of steering lock. This may not be a problem with aftermarket triple trees.
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i did it by adding a new front rim and brake also
buy the right triple trees i also made the fxst forks 2 inches shorter
i do not think harley makes a set of trees that will work
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