I want a 16" Wheel on my Street Bob

[bvitale]

Hey all. I was curious as to what tire and wheel size I need to go with to get a 16" Tire on the front of my Bob. Also did you buy a new hub and disk or did you just re lace your hub with a new rim and spokes? And one last question for you. What should I expect to pay for this?

Thanks in advance,
Brandon

 

[rancid]

fat bob has 16 inch wheels, there aint really any sticky tires for the 16s but there are some choices avail for em, i believe the fxdf has a 3" front and a 5" rear, then ya gotta space em up

 

[bvitale]

Thanks for the hints. I think I am going to just bring it to my friends uncles shop and have him relace it. I just need to figure out what size tire will fit between my forks. As for the spokes hitting the caliper. If I use my hub and a standard 3" front wheel won't they be fine due to the same hub?

Thanks again,
Brandon

 

[bvitale]

Hmm. A lot to take into consideration. Though I will get it done at PeeWee Cycles. And I know Kurt knows his stuff. But I am going to wait until my tires need replacing. No sense in wasting good tires and tread. As for the sticky tires and grip. I am fine for going with stock HD tires. I don't rip into the turns like I used to anymore. And the stockers were fine for me.

Again thanks for all the info,
Brandon