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[gamechngr]

Hope winter has been manageable for everyone. Things are slowly recovering since Sandy. Been busy putting it all together but did escape to 80 degree weather down in Florida for awhile. Nice big dealer down in West Palm Beach. Also nice to see riders all over the place. So stopped in at dealer back home this week and saw my 2013 just about ready to come home
One thing I am considering is replacing stock uncounted aluminum rims with chrome rims. Just don't like price Harley wants for them.
Any suggestions?

 

[Lucky]

Hope you did not get hit to hard.Looked terrible on tv.Sure would like a trip to Fl.Good luck on the wheels.RIDE SAFE

 

[arnie]

I wanted chrome also & like you said very expensive thru the dealer.Last winter i pulled them off & took them to a chromer.By the time all was done it was about $1200.not bad for all three wheels.Plus the backs are chromed on both sides.Piece of cake cleaning too.Good luck.

 

[Bill Reber]

For the back wheels it seems to me we should be able to buy chrome mags for a car then just chrome the front wheel ?

 

[87Trike1200]

I had good luck with selection and price on chrome wheels at SummitRacing.com. There are numerous to choose from. In addition to the obvious like diameter and rim width, learn about lug pattern and backspace. I purchased two "Cragar" wheels (don't forget the chrome hub) and am very pleased. Delivery was quick, also. I ordered direct from the web site, but I'm told they are very helpful if you call to discuss. (NO, I have no connection with Summit)

 

[Rosy]

Does harley use their own lug pattern, or is it automotive? I know some of the other trike kits use automotive disc breaks from vehicles like Ford, Honda, or Toyota.
Thanks for the info!

Regards,

Rosy
From NH

 

[americanbadass]

Does harley use their own lug pattern, or is it automotive? I know some of the other trike kits use automotive disc breaks from vehicles like Ford, Honda, or Toyota.
Thanks for the info!

Regards,

Rosy
From NH

It is a Lehman axle with a 4-lug hub. Lehman does offer a variety of chrome wheels to fit their kits. I am sure you can find an alternative cheaper than havin your stock wheels chromed. Just my two cents:Shrug:

 

[Rosy]

OK, but what do they use for a pattern, Ford, Chrysler, or another automotive unit? I am sure they didn't use their own lug pattern because it would be very expensive to have wheels made to their lug pattern.
See what I am saying.
Thanks.

Regards,

Rosy
From NH

 

[Sloufoot]

OK, but what do they use for a pattern, Ford, Chrysler, or another automotive unit? I am sure they didn't use their own lug pattern because it would be very expensive to have wheels made to their lug pattern.
See what I am saying.
Thanks.

Regards,

Rosy
From NH

They don't think that way ! If it means you have to buy their product they have you ! I think the Harley 4 lug is their own, maybe Lehman.
That way you have to pay through the nose for a "motorcycle wheel"! Even tho they don't have to be built to hold the leaning pressures of a true 2 wheel.
:Trike1:

 

[gamechngr]

Just sent an inquiry to Summit racing about those rims.

 

[STG246]

I read somewhere the bolt pattern is the same as the first generation Mazda Miata's

 

[John Luciano]

If you get it together and want to show it off, you can come up to Conn. and see us at the NE TT rally on Aug 23. See info and register in the Rally&Rides Rides section.

 

[bobscogin]

Good chance it may be the same bolt pattern as 4 lug Fox body Mustangs. I think they use the Ford differential case.

Bob

 

[gamechngr]

Checked out rally forum. Sounds like fun to ride with fellow trikers. I usually ride with two wheeled groups and always in rear of pack.
So just reviewed with wife and that weekend is clear.
I will register hotel room.
Is this a state rally or a "private" group of trikes made up of Friends and acquaintances?

 

[Papa Zook]

Checked out rally forum. Sounds like fun to ride with fellow trikers. I usually ride with two wheeled groups and always in rear of pack.
So just reviewed with wife and that weekend is clear.
I will register hotel room.
Is this a state rally or a "private" group of trikes made up of Friends and acquaintances?

If you're talking about the Eureaka Springs Rally, its open to any and everyone.

 

[Sloufoot]

Good chance it may be the same bolt pattern as 4 lug Fox body Mustangs. I think they use the Ford differential case.

Bob

From what I understand is the bolt pattern isn't the problem finding a wheel to fit. It is because Harley uses a removable finder that changes the offset, & backset from standard wheels.
Lehman MIGHT carry a wheel. but I think you will find it is for their conversions only.
Good luck, I hope you find wheels somewhere that fit.pepper

 

[iaff84]

From what I understand is the bolt pattern isn't the problem finding a wheel to fit. It is because Harley uses a removable finder that changes the offset, & backset from standard wheels.
Lehman MIGHT carry a wheel. but I think you will find it is for their conversions only.
Good luck, I hope you find wheels somewhere that fit.pepper

This gives a good explanation on what and how to measure a wheel:
http://www.crankshaftcoalition.com/wiki/Wheel_bolt_pattern


This is measurements off a stock rim I have off TG.

(now made in China, I thought they were made Down Under)


Overall rim width 6.5 Inches

Rim width 5.375 Inches

Backspace 3.0 Inches

Front side to lug surface 3.0 Inches

So I would call it a zero offset wheel

 

[lzski326]

I had my wheels chromed at a place in California. Motorcycle Chrome Plating | Custom Chrome Plating | Chrome Plating Wheels | Classic Components:
the price was around 700 dollars with shipping, about 4 years ago, the chrome is holding up great. They have an exchange system, so it won't take to long to get them done. Just my two cents worth.
Larry

 

[sprinkman]

I used a place in Columbus, Ohio called Bikes 2 NV Bikes2NV | Chrome Motorcycle Wheels | Chrome Wheel Exchange | Custom Seats | Gel Pads | Columbus, Ohio pricy but great warrenty. Also willy shiny has a turn around program that alot have used. They sell on e-bay go to motorcycle parts then type in trikes and they will show up somewhere.

 

[Sloufoot]

This gives a good explanation on what and how to measure a wheel:
http://www.crankshaftcoalition.com/wiki/Wheel_bolt_pattern


This is measurements off a stock rim I have off TG.

(now made in China, I thought they were made Down Under)


Overall rim width 6.5 Inches

Rim width 5.375 Inches

Backspace 3.0 Inches

Front side to lug surface 3.0 Inches

So I would call it a zero offset wheel

Dennis, I would call that a +.500 offset (1/2"). If you have a 6.5" overall, and a 3" backspace, & a 3"offset, you lost 1/2" somewhere. You have to measure off the surface for the axle for both.
The axle surface is the only constant. Wheels can all differ on the thickness of the center, but still have the same offset. Good example is a steel wheel opposed to an aluminum with the same offset.
:Trike1:

 

[iaff84]

Dennis, I would call that a +.500 offset (1/2"). If you have a 6.5" overall, and a 3" backspace, & a 3"offset, you lost 1/2" somewhere. You have to measure off the surface for the axle for both.
The axle surface is the only constant. Wheels can all differ on the thickness of the center, but still have the same offset. Good example is a steel wheel opposed to an aluminum with the same offset.
:Trike1:

You may be right, I just put the info I had out there. Figured there would be someone with more knowledge on the subject reading the forum.

Hope some have luck in finding a steel wheel that fits the need.

Dennis

 

[Sloufoot]

Yeah Dennis, I was wondering that they measured also. Thanks ! Saved me some work !