does anyone know if a rear wheel off a deuce fit an 05 sporty? just curious... a lot on ebay .....17"

thanks

Yes the Deuce will fit. at least on a 883/1200C
You have to swap the sprocket and rotor.
You may not be able to use the same size tire as on the Deuce.
I am waiting to damage my stock one and get "Road Hazard" to pay for the new one.
Post pics when done.

don't you think the rear on an 05 1200c and 1200r is the same? if not, what is the difference? does the Deuce rear wheel have the 1" axle?

The 1200c I think uses a larger rear tire than the 1200r.
Unsure about what to do about the axle.
This is the info I got from my HD Service Advisor.
I plan on doing it on an '04.

let me know how it works for you.