I INSTALLED A 21" WHEEL ON MY HONDA VTX

I INSTALLED A 21" WHEEL ON MY HONDA VTX 1300
Parts suppliers and parts list:
mototeks.com : 21x3.5 52 spoke wheel (for Victory Cross Country or Indian Chief )
www.metalspacersonline.com: Wheel Spacers
Backyardairsuspension.com : 4” Bagger kit
Oemcycle.com : +8” Stainless Steel Throttle push/pull cables, clutch cable and brake hose.
eBay.com : 16” Ape hanger Harley touring Handlebars
Jpcycles.com : Honda VTX Handlebar Adaptor for Honda VTX1300 and VTX1800C/F/N/R/S (Baron accessories)

[@sleethmitchell]

guys like you show the enthusiasm that i used to see among the sixties chopper folks. it's good to see.

[@nojnoj3069]

Just found your video....Very nice indeed. Some awesome engineering too!

[@lobanoriginals3307]

Thanks 🙏 I appreciate it!… and thanks for watching 👍🏽

[@nikoram8794]

The bike looks very good, I appreciate the video and hope to set my wheel up soon. I ordered the fenders but I'm doing the lowrider back extended fender without bags.

[@lobanoriginals3307]

Thanks… Good luck with your build 👍🏾

[@melanieslatton708]

i need to get like you, those spokes are killing it. Great video!

[@lobanoriginals3307]

Thanks I appreciate it 👍🏽

[@randalljohnson5594]

Yes bro. That mod make that bike take on a new look and class. Great job. You used your head on the bearing issue. Great engineering. Thanks you made it easy hahahaha lol!

[@lobanoriginals3307]

Thanks for watching 👍🏾

[@brandoncahill3010]

Looks real good man! Great video👍

[@lobanoriginals3307]

Thanks for watching!

[@brandonbrown848]

Looks good man and thanks for the info. Doing something similar right now

[@lobanoriginals3307]

Thanks!

[@papyemil]

Nice job 👍 give the average Joe like me the confidence to try it on my 07 VTX Retro thank you

[@lobanoriginals3307]

You’re welcome... thanks for watching!

[@marcussmith8670]

Just getting ready to do the same thing. You have helped me so very much. Now I believe its possible to take on this challenge. Thanks so very much for giving the whole procedure so clearly and taking the fear out of my project. Regards Marcus. I love this guy.

[@lobanoriginals3307]

Good luck in your build! I’m glad the videos helped you out. Thanks for watching!

[@budddove6480]

Love my vtx and Hondas in general. If your in Cali I'd love to ride one day.

[@lobanoriginals3307]

👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽!

[@wongjason6588]

Great job, respect!

[@lobanoriginals3307]

Thanks 👍🏾

[@brad2991]

Nice Bike! I love the wheel.

[@lobanoriginals3307]

Thanks 🙏

[@jeffputman8242]

I like your taste in Music for the vid, excellent engineering skills.... There is a company that does make custom brake kits if you feel the need to change it later.

[@lobanoriginals3307]

Thanks for watching, and for the feedback!🙏

[@justinwarren8895]

Looks nice thank you for this now I have a plan for my bagger vtx

[@lobanoriginals3307]

Thanks 👍🏽

[@Edward-pf3lo]

Clean Bike! Nice Video.

[@lobanoriginals3307]

Thanks 🙏

[@user-dd6iy6fo9y]

Beautiful bike

[@shanesmith3043]

Thank you for that man

[@lobanoriginals3307]

You’re welcome… thanks for watching!

[@acidnine]

I think I would come up with a longer term solution for mounting that caliper... you could go all standard on the front if there are no metric options.

[@lobanoriginals3307]

That’s something to consider 👍🏾

[@fitobentzfitobentz2802]

From puerto rico. Thanks broo.

[@lobanoriginals3307]

You’re welcome 👍🏾

[@robertjacques6468]

Very nice. I trying to figure out something for my 07 1300c

[@lobanoriginals3307]

Thanks

[@immelting9834]

Cool man . 😎

[@heatedrelationship2016]

Nice looks good brother

[@lobanoriginals3307]

Thanks 🙏

[@emmanuelgarcia2552]

I just want to let you know how much I appreciate that you are taking the time to give us some of your knowledge and inexperience I am also in the process of trying to change my bike I have a 2006 Honda VTX 1300c I would like to upgrade my motor but if I can find someone to install a 1800 motor but the most concern that I have is that these bikes don't come with a gas meter and I am constantly running out of gas if you have any idea how to install one please give us a video thank you very much for your videos👍👍👍✌

[@lobanoriginals3307]

Thanks for watching! I know what you mean about the gas gauge issue. If I come up with something I’ll be sure to post it...

[@neilnorton8200]

Use your trip meter. I use one to keep track for oil change and the other for fuel

[@ItalianMetalHED]

honestly never heard of people having this issue, its common knowledge to use trip meter and once you know what you get on mpg then soon as you hit reserve you know to hit the station within that 1 gallon range....not sure if you realize what reserve tank was meant for lol

[@budddove6480]

@@ItalianMetalHED exactly what reserve is for. When she pops and farts i switch to reserve and head for a fill up.

[@rpmfreak9150]

Your going to be running out of gas alot sooner with an 1800cc ,I might get 230miles out of a full tank, it's depending on how much I get on the throttle.

[@williamstidham2163]

Where did you buy your wheel at, be sure to use the Blue lock tight on all your bolts, don’t need any problems, stay safe and see you on the roads

[@lobanoriginals3307]

I got the wheel off of Ebay. Here's the link to the seller's store - www.ebay.com/str/mototeks Thanks for the advice and for watching!

[@hotrod736]

She looks good brother

[@lobanoriginals3307]

Thanks I appreciate it 👍🏽

[@rahoffman123]

I gotta have same look for rear tho it ia nice but what about back

[@lobanoriginals3307]

There’s a spoke wheel on back as well

[@clayscott2205]

Thanks for the video. Would the 21" wheel have fit with stock fenders without modification?

[@lobanoriginals3307]

No the wheel would rub… Thanks for watching!

[@columbuslee3115]

I need to get with you I want to change mine

[@3613jeremy]

I'm wanting to install a fat spoke 23" wheel on my Raider from the 21" I'm thinking if I order the HD and replace the bearings but its driving me nuts not having any aftermarket parts

[@lobanoriginals3307]

I feel your pain, I experienced the same thing!

[@jay13morales]

I’m fixing my vtx the similar but watching ur video I wanted to ask is your wheel dead center because it looks slightly set to one side more than the other and if it does, does it effect your ride negatively at all?

[@lobanoriginals3307]

It’s set a little less than 1/4” to the left for rotor clearance, but it doesn’t effect the ride.

[@jimmieervin7362]

Nice looking bike. Can you provide the link to where you got your front fender please? Thanks.

[@lobanoriginals3307]

www.ebay.com/itm/163670788565?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=6I6E_Ei0SEe&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=okNvW_1UTy-&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

[@jimmieervin7362]

Thank you man. God Bless

[@miguelangelriveravelazquez5267]

Saludos donde consigo ese aro 21 desde Puerto Rico

[@lobanoriginals3307]

eBay…

[@jamichellmazyck4753]

Can I put a 2011 version eight ball front wheel room Street 18 x 3.5 on my 2003 Honda VTX 1300

[@lobanoriginals3307]

I think the axle bearing size is the same. You would have to figure out the spacing and the positioning of the brake caliper

[@theconstantevolution]

M8x1.25 isn't M8 by inch and a quarter. There is 2 measurements for bolts. TPI (Thread Per Inch) or TP (Thread Pitch). TPI is used on standard, such as 1/4-20, or 1/4 inch diameter, 20 threads per inch. TP is metric, such as M8x1.25, which is 8mm diameter, with 1.25mm between the peak (edge) of each thread. Standard/SAE bolts will be measured in length of inches, such as 1/4-20x3/4, or 1/4 inch diameter, 20 threads per inch, 3/4 inch long. Metric bolts are fully metric in measurement, such as M8x1.25x30mm, or 8mm diater, 1.25mm between each thread, 30mm long. Something to note, metric and standard are opposites in thread measuring. The larger the number of TPI, the more threads per inch, the finer the thread (aka, fine thread vs coarse thread). The smaller the number of TP, the closer the threads are together, the finder the thread (fine vs coarse). Hope this helps!

[@lobanoriginals3307]

Great info… thanks!

[@poulardu]

Did you do the rear as well? I have a honda fury! I think those bikes look better in spokes rims. Loving your wheel

[@lobanoriginals3307]

Yes it has a spoke rear wheel as well… Thanks for watching!

[@poulardu]

@Loban Originals bro would you mind sharing where you got the front and rear. Hard finding a good fit for the shaft drive

[@lobanoriginals3307]

The rear spoke wheel I found used off of Craigslist. It came off a VTX 1300S which was a stock spoke wheel. The front wheel I got off eBay but the seller has a website: mototeks.com. The wheel I used was for a Victory / Indian motorcycle (the wheel has the same bearing size as Honda) I made it work on the VTX with just a little modification.

[@chadsloan2522]

Hey, I’d like to add some aftermarket rims to my bike. Where’s a good location to shop around for some online in your opinion?

[@lobanoriginals3307]

Tarazon.com … they have a pretty good selection of wheels

[@EvendimataE]

because those are spoked wheel, so the tires have to have tubes?

[@lobanoriginals3307]

No it’s a welded spoke wheel that accepts tubeless tires 🛞

[@bykerboi2787]

I have a 04 vtx 1300c that I’m trying to get a 21” for but can’t seem to find a website to order it from

[@lobanoriginals3307]

Mototeks.Com… Here’s a parts list video of all the parts I used kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKTUoad6pbqYhdU

[@masebedo1970]

Is there any difference in front axle for a vtx 1800 to the 1300? Im trying figure out the I.D of the spacers. I cant find any info

[@lobanoriginals3307]

If I remember correctly, the axle diameter is 20mm

[@adanlopez20]

Did you have to do anything else on the forks for the rim to fit?

[@lobanoriginals3307]

No I didn’t have to do any modifications to the forks

[@victorm.hernandezg.265]

Hello, where did you buy the ring and the tire? please let me know.

[@lobanoriginals3307]

I got it off of eBay. The link to it is now dead but the company’s website is mototeks.com

[@timmyanderson7726]

Where did you get your saddlebags and front fender

[@lobanoriginals3307]

Bags - backyardairsuspension.com, front fender - eBay. My Parts breakdown video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKTUoad6pbqYhdU

[@samuelriley4057]

What size saddle bags are they on your bike

[@lobanoriginals3307]

they are 4" - backyardairsuspension.com/collections/honda-vtx-1300/products/copy-of-honda-vtx-1300-4-extended-bagger-kit-with-regular-lids

[@majortransportllc2655]

Do you think that setup will fit a kawasaki vn1600 nomad?

[@lobanoriginals3307]

I’m really not sure

[@deecord]

Man you're a genius for this one. You still got the VTX? N you got a link for where you found that rim?

[@lobanoriginals3307]

I got the wheel off of eBay. It is a 21” 3.5 fat spoke wheel for a Victory Cross Country. The link to the seller on eBay is now dead, but you might can find another if you do a search… and yes I still have the VTX

[@deecord]

@@lobanoriginals3307 thanks man, opened up a world of ideas for the front end of my vtx. Is that a retro fender too in the front? Working on doing my bearings/neck bearings and getting some miles on her.

[@lobanoriginals3307]

Yes it’s a retro style 21” front fender.

[@jimmieervin7362]

@@lobanoriginals3307 where did you order your front fender from? Thanks.

[@user-ry1nl3fv5j]

Hi, Did you cut your spacers or did someone make for you?

[@lobanoriginals3307]

I ordered them online…Amazon

[@slstv2554]

Please check your webpage. Im looking to go the same route, this makes alot of sense but I'm confused about the hub size. Mototeks asks for narrow glide, mid glide, and wide glide on the Harley application. Which did you give them? - Zay

[@lobanoriginals3307]

I used a wheel made for a Victory cross country, not Harley

[@slstv2554]

⁠​⁠@@lobanoriginals3307I’m aware. Mototek is only has Indian on their site, either way Victory/Indian both share metric 20mm bearing. The Indian wheel they sell comes stock with 11.8”/300mm rotors. My VTX1800 uses 11.6” or 296mm rotors. Could this still work? What is your hub size, Mototek says that the Indian is 6 3/4 which is the same as a Harley Wideglide. With that wide of a hub it could put me in position of having to mill my caliper vs adding spacers. If you have a contact number that help greatly. I just want to buy the right stuff for the job, not waste money chasing a dream. Your knowledge is greatly appreciated. The wheel I’m looking at is Mototeks Indian 23x3.5 52 Spoke Wheel w/ dual 11.8” rotors

[@jackstandjockeys9859]

Did you have to order different axle spacers? If so where?

[@lobanoriginals3307]

yes I did... I got the spacers from www.metalspacersonline.com/

[@luiscyaz]

Brother where did you get the rim? Could you leave me the link or information!!!

[@lobanoriginals3307]

I found the rim on eBay. Here’s the link to the seller’s store: www.ebay.com/str/mototeks?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=p1gjdQwtQzW&sssrc=3418065&ssuid=okNvW_1UTy-&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

[@aybak7lmy257]

Can you please send me the link to buy on like this??? 🙏

[@lobanoriginals3307]

The link to the wheel that was on eBay has been long gone. I only have the link to the seller (Company) that sold it. mototeks.com/?gclid=CjwKCAjwxOCRBhA8EiwA0X8hiwHEpGmS0uUAlqu8e0tm84CTuNEn2n3J5-heCEq8wEu-kQexsiLOYxoCxsoQAvD_BwE . You may find it on their site or you could contact them and I’m sure you can get it.

[@2tallnegrito7cmn55]

Does it compromise your ride? Like do your suspension and shock absorbers change? If so for better or worst?

[@lobanoriginals3307]

No not at all. It still has a smooth ride. If anything, the steering actually feels lighter.

[@randalljohnson5594]

@@lobanoriginals3307 👏 great job 👏

[@Dragoninja833]

@@lobanoriginals3307 Yeah cuz the original wheel is liek 234230 pounds. I wanna change mine out too.

[@cstanton228]

Where did you get those bags

[@lobanoriginals3307]

Backyardairsuspension.com

[@freefree2021]

what did those bags come off of? I'm looking for a larger option.

[@lobanoriginals3307]

I got the bags from backyardairsuspension.com. They're made specifically for the bike

[@freefree2021]

@@lobanoriginals3307 what about the wheel, cant find a direct fit spoke wheel anywhere

[@Haze3663]

Bro I need help where did u get the wheel what info did u give for the hub sizing and bearing size

[@lobanoriginals3307]

I found the wheel on EBay. It is a 21X3.5 52 Fat SPOKE WHEEL FOR VICTORY CROSS COUNTRY 2012-2017. The hub and bearing is the same size as the VTX 1300

[@Haze3663]

@@lobanoriginals3307 do you know the difference In the hub size of the 1800

[@Haze3663]

@@lobanoriginals3307 also do you know the width size or where I can find the width size

[@lobanoriginals3307]

I don't know the difference in the hub size, but the bearing size is the same as the VTX1300...This is from the all balls racing website. It shows all model bikes that use the same front Wheel Bearing. PART NUMBER: 25-1382 Honda VT1300CR 10-16, VT1300CR ABS 10-16, VT1300CS 10-14, VT1300CS ABS 10-14, VT1300CT 10-15, VT1300CT ABS 11-15, VT1300CX 10-18, VT1300CX ABS 10-18, VTX1300 03-09, VTX1300CX FURY 10, VTX1300R 05-09, VTX1800 02-08, Indian CHIEF CLASSIC 14-17, CHIEF VINTAGE 14-17, CHIEFTAIN 14-17, ROADMASTER 15-17, SCOUT 15-17, SCOUT SIXTY 17, SPRINGFIELD 16-17, Victory Boardwalk 13-14, Cross Country 8 Ball 15-16, Cross Country/Cross Roads 10-13, Cross Country/Touring 14-17, Cross Roads 8-Ball/Cross Roads Classic 14, Gunner 15-17, Hammer 05-13, Hammer 8 Ball 14-17, Highball 12-17, Jackpot 06-16, Judge 13-17, Kingpin 04-12, Magnum 15-17, Octane 17, Vegas 03-05, Vegas 8 Ball 06-17, Vision 08-17, Wheel Bearing Kit Rear Kawasaki KZ1000E 79-80, KZ1300 79-82, Suzuki TC125 76-77, TS100 76-77, Victory Boardwalk 13-14, Cross Country 8 Ball 15-16, Cross Country/Cross Roads 10-13, Cross Country/Touring 14-17, Cross Roads 8-Ball/Cross Roads Classic 14, Gunner 15-17, Hammer 05-13, Hammer 8 Ball 14-17, Highball 12-17, Jackpot 06-16, Judge 13-17, Kingpin 04-12, Magnum 15-17, Octane 17, Vegas 03-05, Vegas 8 Ball 06-17, Vision 08-17

[@user-ry1nl3fv5j]

Did you use your stock fender?

[@lobanoriginals3307]

No aftermarket

[@user-ry1nl3fv5j]

Hi, where did you get your wheel from? Looking, but can't find.

[@lobanoriginals3307]

At the time I did it I found it on eBay. The company was mototeks. Their website is mototeks.com.

[@user-ry1nl3fv5j]

@@lobanoriginals3307 did you use your stock fender?

[@shammionk]

What kind of crash bar is that

[@lobanoriginals3307]

I really don’t know, it was on the bike when I bought it

[@ItalianMetalHED]

still have to use a tube?

[@lobanoriginals3307]

No tube needed for this wheel… Thanks for watching!

[@majortransportllc2655]

I need you help with my 07 kawasaki vn1600.

[@lobanoriginals3307]

What kind of help do you need?

[@majortransportllc2655]

@Loban Originals I don't know where to begin.I want to install a 21" wheel on my bike. I'm trying to figure out what bike is interchangeable with my kawasaki.

[@lobanoriginals3307]

I believe you can use a wheel made for a Harley touring model 2008 and up that uses a 25mm bearing. Specifically the 2010 Street Glide even has the same size brake rotors (300mm) as the Vulcan. I think with minimal modifications (trimming down or replacing the wheel spacers) I think you may be able to get it to work.

[@majortransportllc2655]

@Loban Originals ok cool brother thank you for the information I appreciate you.

[@AngelRuiz-uf8im]

Where did you buy it

[@lobanoriginals3307]

eBay

[@AngelRuiz-uf8im]

@@lobanoriginals3307 but where exactly the link? If possible send it and pr the spacer kit if possible with all my respect and honesty that mothafucker look cleaner then any harley wheel hahaha I dont give fuck what ppl got to say my vtx1300 may not be a harley yea... but it runs better then 1 hahaha

[@lobanoriginals3307]

the original link is no longer active, but here's a link to their eBay store: www.ebay.com/str/mototeks you might be able to find it there or email them to get it.

[@anthonywhite8220]

I love that but if you can slow down to send me step by step instructions and items I need?? AKA BIGG QUINN MARVELL ARKANSAS P.O.BOX 381 I WOULD APPRECIATE

[@Pop_pop2023]

I guess the video ain’t enough, my man wants you to write a whole instruction manual 😂

[@sylvesterspivey2708]

Yeah forget a Harley Honda were its at bagger wise cause not everyone has 20 bands to look good some have EBT bands and look just as good if not better

[@lobanoriginals3307]

I agree! 👍🏽

[@wolfpack331]

hi what is the fitment for the vtx rim specs I'm also shopping for a 21inch..what measurements or how do I search for one thanx

[@lobanoriginals3307]

@@wolfpack331 the wheel i used is a 21” X 3.5 52 spoke wheel that’s for a 2010-2017 Victory cross country. It has the same front wheel bearing size as the VTX1300 that’s why I chose it…

[@MrBanksdagreat]

Where can I find this wheel? I've looked everywhere.

[@lobanoriginals3307]

@@MrBanksdagreat I found mine on eBay. Mototeks is the company that makes it. Here’s their link: mototeks.com/?gclid=CjwKCAjw4qCKBhAVEiwAkTYsPGXJEg6_LMw9yRCm3o3zw7oPZeU2ZLBQGvZ01LHxEVyQPQocw2y8CBoCKvMQAvD_BwE