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Offline Faust

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Goldwing rims on a 550K
« on: December 25, 2005, 09:02:47 AM »
In my search for parts for my 550K, I have been noticing the alloy rims on old "naked" Gold Wings. They are 3 inches wide, if I have it correctly, and I have never thought to count the spokes. Can these rims fit in a 550K frame? Any real adverse effects to wider tires?

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Re: Goldwing rims on a 550K
« Reply #1 on: December 25, 2005, 04:50:31 PM »
I guess I should point out that what I am talking about is lacing the GoldWing rims to 550 hubs.
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Re: Goldwing rims on a 550K
« Reply #2 on: December 26, 2005, 11:25:29 AM »
 I was thinging of the same thing for a 750K and front forks and brakes. Dannie
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Re: Goldwing rims on a 550K
« Reply #3 on: December 26, 2005, 12:01:37 PM »
Their are people on this site that are running complete GL front ends on their bikes, from the trees to the brakes.
I am sure they will chime in... ;D
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Re: Goldwing rims on a 550K
« Reply #4 on: December 26, 2005, 12:10:15 PM »
ProTeal, Christ you have some kick-ass toys.  Details on the avatar if you will....that an old Camaro?
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Re: Goldwing rims on a 550K
« Reply #5 on: December 26, 2005, 12:35:14 PM »
Not to hijack this post, but the pic is the engine bay of my good buddies 1969 camaro outlaw 10.5 inch tire car.
The thing is a 454 Alum. block with a Procharger F4 reverse drive blower making 38 PSI

Good times  ;D
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Re: Goldwing rims on a 550K
« Reply #6 on: December 26, 2005, 03:46:15 PM »
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Offline Faust

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Re: Goldwing rims on a 550K
« Reply #7 on: December 26, 2005, 03:51:28 PM »
Don't hijack my thread "Mopar or no car".
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Re: Goldwing rims on a 550K
« Reply #8 on: December 26, 2005, 03:55:01 PM »
I had to throw this in their.

MOPAR = My Old Pig Aint Running

Just incase anyone wasn't aware... ;D
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Offline Faust

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Re: Goldwing rims on a 550K
« Reply #9 on: December 26, 2005, 04:16:36 PM »
Quote from: ProTeal55 on December 26, 2005, 03:55:01 PM
I had to throw this in their.

MOPAR = My Old Pig Aint Running

Just incase anyone wasn't aware... ;D

I guess your opinion isn't shared by all. Did you see the 'Cuda that went for $4,000,000.00 at auction?

Anyway, how about the GoldWing rims?
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Re: Goldwing rims on a 550K
« Reply #10 on: December 26, 2005, 07:26:21 PM »
I'd be thinking   G(garage)M(mans)C(companion) butanyway What about it, can Gold Wing rims be used on 550 ? I'm looking for unique ideas for one myself. This site sure has alot of varied info and alot of guys with good input. Glad I can be part of that.  Bill
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Re: Goldwing rims on a 550K
« Reply #11 on: December 27, 2005, 04:36:15 AM »
If they have the same number of spokes, and my wing parts book says that there are 40 in both front and rear, you should be able to lace them on BUT you may have trouble with the 4.50 x 17 rear in the swing arm/rear fender for clearance. Also due to wings weight the early spoked wheels did have problems with cracking and the spokes pulling through so check any you find VERY carefully
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Re: Goldwing rims on a 550K
« Reply #12 on: December 27, 2005, 06:23:54 AM »
To get this topic back on track , user EURBAN has a complete GL front-end
on his CB. Get ahold of him and see what he has to say...
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Re: Goldwing rims on a 550K
« Reply #13 on: December 27, 2005, 07:06:35 AM »
ok,first,teal,we dont gaf about some damn old bowtie.second,thru my research ,early goldwings that used lace wheels the hub is the same for the 750 and the gw,at least on the front.i dont know if the 550 hub is the same as the 750 hub.hope this helps.
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