Are BST wheels safe?

BST Carbon Fibre Wheels are completely safe for the street or track. We test to the most stringent JWL standards, including Torsional, Cornering, Rotational, and most importantly, the Impact test.

Where are BST wheels made?

South Africa

How much do BST wheels weigh?

The BST wheels weigh in at 3.2kg for the back and 2.4kg for the front. That compares with the standard wire spoked wheels (discs and sprocket removed) at a whopping 10.5kg for the rear wheel and 6.8kg for the front. That’s a 70% less on the rear wheel and 65% less up front for an total weight saving of 11.7kg!30 Nov 2017

Are carbon wheels really worth it?

Are carbon wheels worth it? To a lot of people, yes. A common misconception is the difference in price is all about weight. If you look at it from a weight savings perspective alone, you’re spending about $5.25/gram of weight difference (using our premium carbon test wheels vs the stock alloy wheels.)14 Apr 2020

Are BST wheels worth it?

As for performance modifications, BST wheels are the best bang for the buck mod I have done. They improve all aspects of the bike. You are improving the handling, the braking, the acceleration. This in turn allows the suspension to be tuned and work better for you (less un-sprung weight).2 May 2010

How much lighter are carbon fiber motorcycle wheels?

In most cases the carbon road wheel is still lighter than a forged race wheel: the carbon part of a BST road front wheel weighs only + 1.450 kg. Of that, the outer rim is only + 1.100kg. The completed wheel weighs between 2.2 kg and 2.4 kg (depending on the motorcycle).

Do carbon wheels make a big difference?

The biggest appeal of upgrading to a carbon fibre wheel is the aerodynamic advantage over a box section aluminium rim. If you’re racing, whether against the clock in a time trial, or in a road race, carbon deep section wheels will make a noticeable difference at higher speeds.15 Nov 2015

Is it worth upgrading to carbon wheels?

A carbon wheel is often much lighter and stiffer than a comparable aluminum wheel. This makes carbon a popular option for high-performance wheels. Many competitive riders and racers choose carbon because the weight and stiffness improve a bike’s acceleration and handling.7 Jan 2020

How much do carbon fiber bike wheels weigh?

It is almost impossible to find a picture of a production/road ready carbon fiber wheel on a scale, but from what we have found carbon fiber wheels actually weigh around 17 pounds for smaller front wheels and around 19 pounds for larger rear wheels.4 Sept 2020

How light are carbon fiber wheels?

The lightest carbon fibre wheels have tubular rims, and can be exceptionally light: Lightweight does a set that are 940g for the pair! If you’re a climber and want your bike to be as light as possible, carbon fibre tubulars are the way to go, provided you’re happy to glue your tyres to the rims.15 Nov 2015

Are carbon wheels lighter?

Carbon is simply much lighter and is the reason it’s the material of choice for aero wheels. The lightest carbon fibre wheels have tubular rims, and can be exceptionally light: Lightweight does a set that are 940g for the pair!15 Nov 2015