Harley Axle Spacers

Q: These Harley axle spacers are in a 18″ x 5 1/2″ rear wheel assembly for an 1993 Softail delivered in a bag of parts. If possible, can you email me the orientation of reassembly? That would be great. Thanks for any extra steps you may be able to save me.
Kevin

A: Kevin, you will use one smaller spacer on each side of the wheel. They will be positioned right up against your wheel bearings and recessed, partially, inside of the wheel bearing seals. The longer spacer will go on the left side (pulley side) butted against the shorter spacer on one side, and the swing arm on the other side.

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6 Responses to “Harley Axle Spacers”

  1. Frank

    I have a 2002 Electra glide ultra classic. I replacing the rear tire. My question is on the right side (rotor side) there is a small wheel spacer that goes between the wheel & the caliper. After close inspection I noticed the spacer edge has a slight beveled to it. It is not even noticeable at first I don’t know if it is just a manufacturing design or if it matters which direction it points I would think if it makes a difference that the beveled edge would point toward the bearing. I probably should look into getting a service manual. Thanks

  2. Phillip Fears

    I pulled the axel out of my 95 1200 XL and wasnt paying attention to where the spacers went. I count three, two the same size and a smaller one with a groove all the way around it. I admit stupidity if youll just tell me where they go in the proper order.

  3. Tony

    Have a 1990 fxsts. I had the front wheel off then noticed a washer on the floor I think it came from the right side of the wheel. Is there supposed to be one or two washers there?

  4. n2sels

    <strong> Ticket 20509 I've got 2006 Roadking Classic and the rear wheel is about 1/4 inch to left side where it runs on the rubber belt guard when fully loaded with passenger. I've asked around and have told this is a design flaw. My question is, can I use different size spacers to truly center the rear wheel inside the fender?

  5. mark lewis

    Ya know what's great info source for that kinda stuff?? H-D Service Manual!!! Yes, even have one for my 1979 Shovelhead 80!! Pricele$$

  6. danny boy

    where do the spacers on 97 sportster go? i have 2 wider ones and 1thinner one. i keep breaking my belt (s)