Rear pulley question ?? : V-Twin Forum: Harley Davidson Forums

ESS · 11-02-2009, 10:53 PM

I bought a used 2000 FLHT that I'm rebuilding right now. It looks like the previous owner put a rear wheel and pulley from a 99. I just bought some rims from a 2002 and need to know the difference in the rear pulleys. The one currently on the bike is part #40225-86a. According to my manual it's supposed to be part #40217-00. Is there a difference, or do I need to find a 40217-00 pulley?

Thanks

Nahanhoku · 11-03-2009, 01:25 AM

Just out of curiosity, I did a search online and then looked at my bike. I have a 2000RK and the number stamped on the rear pulley is 40225-86a. I bought the bike new and my parts manual also states 40217-00 for the 70 tooth pulley. A google search on this topic confirms that the number stamped on the pulley is not the part number the pulley is ordered on. So, the simple answer to your question is that you have the stock pulley for your 2000 FLHT.

However, 2002 Rims do have different size wheel bearings than 00 models for the rear wheel. 2002 uses a 1" diameter axle, the 00 models use 3/4" dia rear axle. You can use the rim, just need to change out bearings with the right inner diameter for the stock axle and swingarm assembly.

ESS · 11-03-2009, 06:37 PM

Thanks for the pulley info. That saves me from having to spend more money.

As far as the wheels and axles, I'm doing some upgrading on this build. I have a newer swingarm and axle to use along with the Sta-Bo III kit to fit the newer swingarm on the older bike.

black02flht · 11-06-2009, 04:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Nahanhoku

However, 2002 Rims do have different size wheel bearings than 00 models for the rear wheel. 2002 uses a 1" diameter axle, the 00 models use 3/4" dia rear axle. You can use the rim, just need to change out bearings with the right inner diameter for the stock axle and swingarm assembly.

So does that also mean that I could use 2000 rims on my 2002 if I swap out the wheel bearings? If so, what is the cost for the wheel bearings? Someone was advertising some rims off of a 2000 for $100 and I thought it might be a good buy to swap out my spoke wheels. Do others agree with my thoughts?

Thanks,

ESS · 11-06-2009, 04:55 PM

I'm changing my complete rear to update it to the newer stuff. You can swap around rear wheels between different years if you get the right wheel bearings and spacer for your axle size. There is a spacer in the center of the wheel besides the bearings. I've seen bearing sets on Ebay for $20 and spacers for $5 to $10. You need to make sure you have the right length for the spacer. I hope I'm not making it sound harder than it actually is to do. It's a pretty simple swap since the hubs are basically the same.

Nahanhoku · 11-06-2009, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by ESS

Thanks for the pulley info. That saves me from having to spend more money.

As far as the wheels and axles, I'm doing some upgrading on this build. I have a newer swingarm and axle to use along with the Sta-Bo III kit to fit the newer swingarm on the older bike.

ESS,

Drop a post on how that swingarm conversion goes when your done. I was looking into that, too. When/if I ever have to change out my drive belt I was going to replace the swingarm with a 02-06 FLT swingarm and Sta-Bo retrofit. I have over 100k on the bike now, so that may happen in the near future.

03GLIDE_ · 11-06-2009, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by ESS

Thanks for the pulley info. That saves me from having to spend more money.

As far as the wheels and axles, I'm doing some upgrading on this build. I have a newer swingarm and axle to use along with the Sta-Bo III kit to fit the newer swingarm on the older bike.

Thats the best route to go with an older bike. Good choice.

black02flht · 11-07-2009, 09:37 AM

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Originally Posted by ESS

I'm changing my complete rear to update it to the newer stuff. You can swap around rear wheels between different years if you get the right wheel bearings and spacer for your axle size. There is a spacer in the center of the wheel besides the bearings. I've seen bearing sets on Ebay for $20 and spacers for $5 to $10. You need to make sure you have the right length for the spacer. I hope I'm not making it sound harder than it actually is to do. It's a pretty simple swap since the hubs are basically the same.

Would this be true for both front and rear? What would I be able to reuse from my current setup? IS $100 a good price for both wheels from a 2000?

Thanks again,

ESS · 11-07-2009, 10:04 PM

The fronts are all the same (00-08) up until the most recent stuff. The rear is where they changed the axle size. I would say $100 is a good deal if they are the 9 spoke wheels. If they are the 10 spoke wheels you can usually find those pretty cheap. Unless they are really clean. If they are from a 2000 I think they should be 9 spoke although my 2000 came with 10 spoke wheels. That's why I had my original pulley question. I thought the 10 spokes stopped in 99.

If you swapped out the bearings and inner spacer on the hub to your correct size you should be able to reuse all your other parts.

black02flht · 11-08-2009, 09:43 PM

Ess,

The wheels that are for sale have 10 spokes. He changed the add to 99 when I asked him what size the rear axle was. After your thoughts i think that I will pass this one up and watch for other adds.

Do you believe my thoughts that mags would be better than spokes is correct or should I just keep what I have ?

Thanks for all your replys,

ESS · 11-08-2009, 10:34 PM

I don't know your exact reason for not wanting spokes, but I think either one would be fine. I'm going from mag to spoke mainly because the spokes go better with the old school look I'm going for on this build. The difference with spokes is you will have a tube inside the tire and you will need to check that the spokes are still tight periodically. Having a tube doesn't bother me and checking spokes isn't a big deal for me. A spoke torque wrench is a good investment if you're really worried about them.

RogerDodger · 11-09-2009, 11:03 AM

ESS is right - put on whatever fits your style. The differences are few but the alum.wheels are lighter and let you run tubeless which is an advantage in the event of a flat. Then again some bikes just don't look "right" without wire wheels.

black02flht · 11-09-2009, 06:20 PM

These have been some of my exact thoughts. What if I get a flat while on a trip. It seems like it would be a real pain with a tube vs tubeless. I agree that some bikes look great with spokes. But I would think that spokes also bring more maintenance.

Thanks for all the replies, it keeps me thinking, looks or less worries.