Newer wheels on older bike

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  1. Bol D'or

    Bol D'or New Member

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    I'm looking for a TT legends bike, but it seems the older model with the three-spoke wheels is easier to find.
    Can the multi-spoke wheels from the later models be retro-fitted?
    I'm sorry, I'm new to the blade and don't know the model designations.
     
  2. lexathon

    lexathon Active Member

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    I bought my multi spokes off a guy who was using them on an '09, so pretty sure you're ok.
     
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  3. martinowen

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    Yea straight fit for 08-16
     
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    Bol D'or New Member

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    Many thanks, those wheels would certainly update an older bike.
     
  5. lexathon

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    Harder to clean tho!!
     
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    Ian E Active Member

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    If your budget allows then you would be better going for a 2012 onwards bike - a number of improvements including wheels, dash, rear shock, big piston forks, different fairing etc. You could always get it sprayed up in TT legends colours later.
     
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    Or a 300 quid Chinese kit
     
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    Bol D'or New Member

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    I've fitted two of those cheap Chinese kits to a friend's GSXR600 (he can't stay on the thing).
    They're really not bad at all and serve a purpose if you're looking to get back on the road cheaply.
    But the fit and finish isn't OE and it's not something I'd want on my bike, unless forced.
     

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