FRONT FAT-X WHEEL
J052732016-09-21
GENERAL
WARNING
Install only wheels and installation kits approved for your model motorcycle. Contact a Harley-Davidson dealer to verify fitment. Mismatching wheels and installation kits or installing wheels not approved for your model can cause loss of control, which could result in death or serious injury. (00610c)
Kit Numbers
43300045
Models
For model fitment information, see the P&A Retail Catalog or the Parts and Accessories section of www.harley-davidson.com (English only).
NOTE
Accessory hub caps are not compatible with this wheel.
Kit Contents
This kit includes the custom wheel only. See Figure 2 and Table 2
Additional Parts Required
Proper installation of this kit requires the separate purchase of the following parts which are available at a Harley-Davidson dealer:
  • Wheel Installation Kit ( Table 2 )
  • Brake Disc Screws ( Figure 1 and Table 1 )
  • Wheel Bearing Remover and Installer (94134-09)
The following Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories are recommended for proper maintenance and cleaning:
  • Chrome Clean & Shine (93600031 [US] and 93600082 [non-US])
  • Glaze Poly Sealant (93600026 [US] and 93600079 [non-US])
  • Harley® Wheel and Spoke Brush (43078-99)
  • Wheel & Tire Cleaner (93600024 [US] and 93600076 [non-US])
  • Bare Aluminum Wheel Protectant (99846-10)
WARNING
Rider and passenger safety depend upon the correct installation of this kit. Use the appropriate service manual procedures. If the procedure is not within your capabilities or you do not have the correct tools, have a Harley-Davidson dealer perform the installation. Improper installation of this kit could result in death or serious injury. (00333b)
NOTE
This instruction sheet references service manual information. A service manual for this year/model motorcycle is required for this installation. One is available from a Harley-Davidson dealer.
1Closed brake disc
2Open brake disc or floating rotor
Figure 1. Front Brake Disc Styles
Table 1. Front Disc Hardware Fitment
Brake Disc
Hardware
Closed disc
5 Stock disc screws (3655A)
Chrome screw kit (46646-05) includes 5 screws
Open disc
5 Stock disc screws (3762M) and 5 disc washers (6966M)
NOTE: Models equipped with dual front brakes and models being equipped with a wheel with dual brake mounting surfaces require twice as many screws/washers (10 total screws or 2 chrome screw kits if available).
INSTALLATION
1. Remove existing front wheel assembly. Save axle, axle nut, brake disc and wheel spacers for kit installation. Refer to FRONT WHEEL in service manual.
NOTE
Install pull thru valve stem (40999-87) included in the installation kit. Discard all other valve stems.
NOTICE
Do not re-use brake disc/rotor screws. Re-using these screws can result in torque loss and damage to brake components. (00319c)
2. See Figure 2. Install valve stem assembly (N) on wheel. Refer to TIRES in service manual.
NOTE
Install the primary bearing first using appropriate service manual and WHEEL BEARING REMOVER/INSTALLER.
The brake mounting surfaces on the left side of the wheel indicate the primary bearing side.
3. Assemble the wheel installation kit components and brake disc(s) to wheel, using the appropriate service parts table. Refer to FRONT WHEEL in service manual.
4. Install previously removed wheel spacers. Refer to FRONT WHEEL in service manual.
5. Install front wheel (1), stock axle and stock axle nut. Refer to FRONT WHEEL in service manual.
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
Chrome parts must be maintained regularly so that they keep their original shine and luster.
  1. Clean heavily-soiled wheel surfaces using Wheel & Tire Cleaner, applied with Harley Wheel and Spoke Brush.
  2. Thoroughly clean chrome with a good quality chrome cleaner, such as Harley Chrome Clean & Shine.
  3. After cleaning and polishing, seal the finish with a good quality sealer, such as Glaze Poly Sealant.
SERVICE PARTS
Figure 2. Service Parts: Front Fat-X Wheel
Table 2. Service Parts and Wheel Kit Contents
Kit
Item
Description (Quantity)
Part Number
43300045
1
Wheel
Not Sold Separately
Visual indicator mentioned in text:
2
Machined groove (all wheels)
Table 3. FRONT 25 mm Bearing Wheel Installation Kit (42400008)
FRONT 25 mm Bearing Wheel Installation Kit (42400008)
ITEM (Quantity Used and Description)
Fitment
Wheel Size
A
C
D
E
K
L
M
N
2015 and later XG500/XG750
17 x 2.5 in
2
1
0
0
0
1
0
0
2010 and later XL1200X; 2011 and later XL1200C
16 x 3.0 in
2
0
0
1
0
*
*
*
2008 and later XL (except XL1200X and 2011 and later XL883L)
19 x 2.5 in
2
1
0
0
1
*
*
*
2008 and later XL (except XL1200X and 2011 and later XL883L)
21 x 2.15 in
2
1
0
0
1
*
*
*
2013 and later FXSB (non-ABS)
21 x 3.5 in
2
0
1
0
0
*
*
*
Installation kits are designed to work with many different wheel styles and fitments. Contact a Harley-Davidson dealer to verify that the wheel and installation kits are both designed and approved for the motorcycle they are being installed on.
NOTES:
* See NOTE above valve installation step in INSTALLATION to determine which valve stem to use for your particular kit. Discard other valve stem(s).
** Bearing shim installed under the primary bearing.
A
Bearing, regular (2)
9276A
C
Axle sleeve
43906-08
D
Axle sleeve
43300200
E
Axle sleeve
11888
K
Bearing shim**
43315-07
L
Valve stem, short
43157-83A
M
Valve stem, long
43206-01
N
Valve stem, pull thru
40999-87
Table 4. FRONT 25 mm Bearing ABS Wheel Installation Kit (42400009A)
FRONT 25 mm Bearing ABS Wheel Installation Kit (42400009A)
ITEM (Quantity Used and Description)
Fitment
Wheel Size
A
B
C
D
E
K
L
M
N
2013 and later FXSB with ABS
21 x 3.5 in
1
1
0
1
0
0
1
0
0
2014 and later XL1200X and XL1200C with ABS
16 x 3.0 in
1
1
0
0
1
0
*
*
*
2014 and later XL (except XL1200C, XL1200X and XL883L) with ABS
19 x 2.5 in
1
1
1
0
0
1
*
*
0
2014 and later XL (except XL1200C, XL1200X and XL883L) with ABS
21 x 2.15 in
1
1
1
0
0
1
*
*
0
2017 and later XG500 and XG750 with ABS
17 x 2.5 in
1
1
1
0
0
0
*
*
*
Installation kits are designed to work with many different wheel styles and fitments. Contact a Harley-Davidson dealer to verify that the wheel and installation kits are both designed and approved for the motorcycle they are being installed on.
NOTES:
* See NOTE above valve installation step in INSTALLATION to determine which valve stem to use for your particular kit. Discard other valve stem(s).
** Red side of bearing must be installed toward the wheel. The ABS bearing is the primary bearing.
*** Bearing shim installed under the primary bearing.
A
Bearing, regular
9276A
B
Bearing, ABS**
9252
C
Axle sleeve
43906-08
D
Axle sleeve
43300200
E
Axle sleeve
11888
K
Bearing shim***
43315-07
L
Valve stem, short
43157-83A
M
Valve stem, long
43206-01
N
Valve stem, pull-thru
40999-87