Carrozzeria is the pioneer of forged aluminum wheels for motorcycles and the Carrozzeria V Track Forged Aluminum Wheels are lighter, stronger, more durable and longer lasting than any other motorcycle wheels available on the market.
Carrozzeria forged aluminum motorcycle wheels allow for enhanced ride ability and lighter overall weight of the vehicle.
The forging process has been in existence for hundreds of years. Because the highest standards of strength and safety are of utmost importance, this technology of shaping metal is still currently used in aerospace and high performance automotive industries, but Carrozzeria was the first to introduce the forging process to the motorcycle market.
Forging improves the structure of metal by refining the grain size of the metal. This process makes metal stronger and more docile than cast metal. The metal also has a greater resistance to fatigue and impact. Carrozzeria wheels typically exhibit up to 1.8 times more strength than other manufactures that use a non-forging process. As a result, Carrozzeria wheels meet safety standards set by the NHTSA, D.O.T. and Japan's JWL.
Even though magnesium or carbon fiber wheels are lighter, when you think of your safety and durability, none of them even come close to Carrozzeria forged aluminum motorcycle wheels. Just ask any professional about the benefits of forged aluminum.
Features:
Beautiful Updated Y-Star Spoke Design
Made From Wrought 6151-T6 Aluminum / CNC Full Machining.
30,000 M/Ton Super Die Pressed - High Heat Forged
Super Light Weight - High Durability - High Strength
One Piece Proprietary CNC Hub Design
Double Cush Drive System for High Horsepower Applications
CNC Alloy Spacers, Carriers and Distance Tubes
Designed For Street and Race Track Use
Approved DOT (USA) and JWL (Japan)
One Year Limited Warranty
Wheel Kits Include: Cush Drive, Japanese High Quality Bearings, Spacers and Carriers
Anodized Colors Available Include: Satin Black, Machine Silver, Sharp Blue, Wine Red, Bright Gold, Titanium Grey or a Hi-Gloss Polish
Front / Rear Wheel Size: 3.50 / 5.50 - 17
Please Note: Rear wheels use Kawasaki bolt pattern sprockets:
520 = ZX6R (2003 to Current)
525 = ZX10R (2003 to Current)
530 = ZX12R (2002 to 2006)
Carrozzeria V Track Forged Aluminum Motorcycle Wheel Colors
Satin Black
Machine Silver
Sharp Blue*
Wine Red*
Bright Gold
Titanium Grey*
Hi-Gloss Polish*
* These finishes are special order and can not be returned or exchanged (unless warranty item).
All images are samples and can vary from actual color.
Carrozzeria V Track Forged Aluminum Motorcycle Wheel Details and Specs
Forged aluminum motorcycle wheels have many advantages over stock or aftermarket cast wheels.
Carrozzeria forged aluminum motorcycle wheels are made from wrought 6151-T6 which has an inherently better grain structure and is not only stronger then cast wheels, but more uniform and consistent in quality.
Carrozzeria forged aluminum motorcycle wheels will not crack like cast magnesium wheels and will provide superior durability compared to the stock wheels.
Carrozzeria forged aluminum motorcycle wheels are 20–40% lighter than stock depending on model. Reducing weight on a motorcycle will always make it accelerate, corner and brake better, but some weight reductions are much more valuable then others. Motorcycle weight can be classified in two ways: sprung or unsprung and rotating or non-rotating. Wheel weight is both unsprung and rotating, which is the most significant weight to remove.
Sprung weight is everything that the suspension holds up. Unsprung weight is the wheel, sprocket, caliper, disks, axle and a percentage of the shock and swing arm. Unsprung weight is the nemesis of the suspension in the war to maintain tire contact with the tarmac. The less unsprung weight, the more effectively the suspension, and ultimately the tires, can do their jobs. Reducing unsprung weight will improve the traction especially in bumpy corners.
Rotating weight on a motorcycle counts twice every time you accelerate or brake. The reason for this is the engine must increase both the linear velocity as well as the rotational velocity of the wheels. It is a little more complicated in reality, but each pound you remove from the wheels is equal to approximately 2 or more pounds removed from the chassis. Reducing the weight of you wheels will allow your bike to not only accelerate faster, but brake better as well.
An additional benefit to reducing rotating weight is the reduction of gyro effect on the wheels. The easiest way to understand this is to conduct an experiment at home. Get the front wheel off your bicycle. Hold the axle with your hands and have a partner spin the wheel at a moderate speed. As the wheel spins, pretend you are the forks and “turn” the wheel. You now have a feel for gyroscopic forces. Now imagine what a motorcycle wheel, with much greater weight and speed, goes through when you attempt to change directions quickly in a series of turns.
Carrozzeria forged aluminum motorcycle wheels enhance acceleration, braking and handling making them, dollar-for-dollar, one of the best performance modifications you can make to your motorcycle.
Carrozzeria forged aluminum motorcycle wheels are JWL, the Japanese equivalent to DOT, approved for use on street vehicles, so you can be sure the wheels are safe for street use. Many other aftermarket rims are not approved for street use.
Carrozzeria forged aluminum motorcycle wheels are either anodized or hi-gloss polish for a durable and long lasting finish, especially when compared to the stock painted wheel. Not only will Carrozzeria forged aluminum motorcycle wheels look good for a long time, but their style will give your bike a distinctive look.
