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A rubber check: wire wheel woes.(Buzzword)
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American Rider
- Article date:
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May 1, 2007
- Author:
- Buzzelli, Buzz
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Copyright informationCOPYRIGHT 2007 Ehlert Publishing Group. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan. All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)
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Wire wheels and Harleys go together like, well, a Harley with wire wheels. With the "era" styling of today's Harleys, it's an aesthetically perfect combination that looks natural, so it's no wonder that many Harley riders opt for wheels with wire spokes. But when it comes to touring and traveling long distances from home, choosing wire-spoke wheels is a mistake.
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