Lighter wheels means less unsprung weight = better performance. The rotational mass of a wheel is 4 times the actual weight when on the move.
The stock rims with Vredestein Ultracs @ 32psi weight in at 17kg. The next time you have a wheel off (stock or aftermarket), stick them on the scales and post up the details for comparison purposes.
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by CJ » Sat Jan 31, 2009 3:13 pm
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by Myfeckin FTO » Sun Feb 01, 2009 1:57 am
Very interesting thread - its something that people often overlook when chasing performance.
My Zed had a set of 18 inch Rotas that weighted 8.8kgs (not including tyres). JayVR's 17 inch Rotas weighted just 6.7kgs (not inc tyres).
I also saved a couple of kgs on the Zed by using titanium wheelnuts all round - avail here - http://www.unit-8.co.uk/acatalog/copy_o ... heels.html
My Zed had a set of 18 inch Rotas that weighted 8.8kgs (not including tyres). JayVR's 17 inch Rotas weighted just 6.7kgs (not inc tyres).
I also saved a couple of kgs on the Zed by using titanium wheelnuts all round - avail here - http://www.unit-8.co.uk/acatalog/copy_o ... heels.html
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