You may be wondering, what rake kit will you need when changing your front motorcycle wheel size? There are several considerations you need to keep in mind when you install a larger size wheel on the front of your Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Changing the rake of the frame is one of them. Rake is a measurement in degrees that indicates the angle of the steering neck in relation to the...
Looking like a badass is not the only reason to install a wide wheel on the front of your Harley touring model, but it is certainly the most fun one. Wide wheels not only give you major street cred; they also offer more protection against slippage in wet conditions, provide a smoother ride and are highly capable of handling powerful engines. That said, there are size limits to how wide...
Wide motorcycle wheels make your Harley-Davidson touring model look tougher, yes, but there are other reasons why you may be considering upgrading your front wheel. Large wheels are better able to absorb disturbances on the road’s surface, thereby giving you a smoother ride. They also support the transfer of power, a particularly important advantage for motorcycles with powerful...
Motorcycle show season may be wrapping up for 2019, but 2020 holds great promise. Upcoming shows include Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, Daytona Bike Week and ROT Biker Rally. Getting your bike ready for the shows does not require a giant budget or the skills of a custom motorcycle builder. Riders stand out from the crowd with bikes custom made to suit their personalities and preferences....
Bulldog Series 21" x 5.5" custom wheel on a Road Glide with Classic fender When it comes to a custom motorcycle wheel, there is tough and there is badass tough. Upgrading your motorcycle to a wide front tire fat wheel can amplify its toughness factor in a major way and give you solid street cred. Fat wide wheels have come a long way in recent years in the motorcycle industry....
When it comes to motorcycles, there is tough and there is badass tough. Upgrading your motorcycle to wide fat tires can amplify its toughness factor in a major way and give you solid street cred. Fat wide tires have come a long way in recent years. Tires that are 150 mm in size are no longer considered the baddest of the biggies. Now, 330 mm tires are at the top of the fat tire food...
Learn Important Facts About The Parts Of A Motorcycle You may live for riding your motorcycle, but only possess a rudimentary knowledge of its parts. While you do not need to be a professional mechanic, you should still know a little bit about the parts so that you can make smart decisions when replacing them. Trying to learn about every single component could take years, but this...
What's The Difference Between Multiple-Piece Rotors & Single-Piece Rotors? What is the point of a floating rotor (multiple pieces)? Why are they better than a solid one-piece rotor? These are questions we get asked a lot here at SMT Wheels. We make our rotors here in-house so we wanted to show you the difference and explain what's going on with the 2-piece rotors vs. 1-piece...
There is a reason you have invested money and time in your motorcycle: the adrenaline rush of a good ride, to get away from the family, or to just be badass. This can mean you have a need for speed, need a getaway or you simply enjoy it when your bike handles the road smoothly. Whether you are a proud new bike owner and you wish to make some customizations, or you have had your bike...
You probably do not give much thought to the parts on your motorcycle when you are out on the open road enjoying the purr of your bike beneath you and the feel of fresh air on your face. We can hardly blame you for that! However, when the time comes to upgrade or replace your wheels - whether for aesthetic or performance reasons - it is essential to know the basics so that you choose...