Topic: 5.5" wheel fit w/ 78 750 swingarm or 81+ dohc swingarm ??

[acteg]

I have this crazy idea of putting harley fatboy rims on my 550 project bike.  I'm currently building a carbon fiber tank / cafe seat, I've shaved off all the tabs and deleted uneeded portions of the frame, and I am fitting a modern sportbike front end on the bike.  A local guy has a set (front and rear) for $150 and I am toying with the idea of picking them up and seeing if they will work. 

some questions?

Is this a stupid idea?

Does anyone know if a 5.5" x 16" rim will clear a 78 750 swingarm or a 81+ dohc swingarm? 

If it does clear will I be able to get an offset sprocket to work or will it be too offset to bring into spec?

[Toxic]

since you asked, Yes it's a stupid idea, but it's your bike and it's about individuality so go for it.

I believe the folks to ask are on the chopper boards.

Google Honda Chopper forum.

[acteg]

forgot to mention the rear would be a 160 tire (wheels come with brand new tires).  I know tire clearance wise a 150 will fit with a 78 750 swingarm, just not sure about sprocket / offset.  I'm thinking about just buying the wheels/tires and giving it a go since they are pretty cheap.

[HavocTurbo]

It can be done, but expect on the short side to have to widen your swingarm.

Best to be prepared for the worst.

Either that or you could always do a swingarm swap. Or hard tail.