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factory intended handling characteristics . As an alternative to running a reversed rear tire on the front ( a very bad idea !), the SRT Shinko tire , with its balloon tread design , creates the massive muscle bike look and absorbs the road ( in a way that skinny tread tires just don ' t ) for a smooth ' Cadillac ' ride . The same diameter as a 130 / 60R23 , it ' celebrates ' the big wheel look with an entirely new direction . " The stock preload and travel are maintained , which is critical for a smooth and responsive ride , and it fits all Touring models easily without modifying fork cans or fork legs . There are no geometry changes from the rider ' s position ." The patented SRT 7-degree billet steel raked neck block " provides precision , increased strength and ease of installation . This is then matched with the SRT 7-degree billet aluminum triple tree set in a machine finish . The SRT 23 ' Thicky ' front fender is drawn from one indestructible piece of 14- gauge steel - precision laser-cut , then E-coated for corrosion protection . The fender comes drilled and includes billet , satin-finished mounting spacers ." www . baggernation . com

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