V-Twin 52-1050 Chrome Wheel and Brake Drum Assembly for 1954-1963 Harley-Davidson XL

16 inch x 3.0. inch rear wheel and brake drum assembly includes an all chrome wheel brake drum chrome backing plate and chrome axle kit.

The V-Twin 52-1050 Chrome Wheel and Brake Drum Assembly is a replacement wheel and rear brake drum assembly designed for select 1954 through 1963 Harley-Davidson XL models. Its chrome finish provides a clean, period-appropriate appearance while supporting restoration, maintenance, and replacement applications. This assembly is intended for Harley-Davidson enthusiasts and professional technicians seeking a compatible replacement component for an original-style motorcycle build.
The wheel and brake drum assembly is supplied as a kit and is designed to integrate with the applicable rear wheel and braking hardware. The chrome brake arm must be ordered separately. For proper installation, confirm the motorcycle’s year, model, existing brake components, and wheel configuration before ordering. The rim width should be evaluated by measuring the distance between the rim flanges, helping ensure compatibility with the intended tire and motorcycle application.
After the original installation, all wheel spokes should be inspected and re-torqued after the first 500 miles. This service is important for maintaining spoke tension, wheel stability, and safe riding performance. V-Twin technical information specifies ordering brake arm part number 23-0397 separately. Related components include chrome rear brake drum bolts, a chrome rear axle kit, a black rear brake drum, a polished rear mechanical brake backing plate, a rear brake kit, and a zinc-plated XL brake pedal kit. The assembly is manufactured in Taiwan and is intended for the listed Harley-Davidson XL
Fitment
Harley Davidson XL 1954
Harley Davidson XL 1955
Harley Davidson XL 1956
Harley Davidson XL 1957
Harley Davidson XL 1958
Harley Davidson XL 1959
Harley Davidson XL 1960
Harley Davidson XL 1961
Harley Davidson XL 1962
Harley Davidson XL 1963
Harley Davidson XL 1964
Harley Davidson XL 1965
Harley Davidson XL 1966
Harley Davidson XL 1967
Harley Davidson XL 1968
Harley Davidson XL 1969
Harley Davidson XL 1970
Harley Davidson XL 1971
Harley Davidson XL 1972