XV920 Cafe Racer Build EP2

In this Episode I'll be converting the rear wheel on this chain drive virago to a 17" wheel from an old 1989 Suzuki Katana. The rear axle size is identical on both bikes. This wheel is 3.5" wide and has a swept 3 spoke design which will match the front wheels swept 3 spoke. although both wheels are the same width the tire on the rear is slightly wider than the front.

UPDATE!!! I ended up finding that the Katana rear wheels cush hub was too wide. The 04-09 Suzuki GS500 rear wheel fits perfect and is the best option if doing a wheel swap like this. I made a follow-up video explaining the difference.