hey all . i'm modding a bandit with an 02-04 vfr swingarm . anyone know what year wheels will fit this swingarm ? also , checking microfiche part #s , i'm seeing a "type 1" and "type 2" wheel for the 02 .what's that about? thx
Hi. Any VFR rear wheel from the 3rd Gen onwards (90 -> current day) will fit this hub and swinging arm, they are all the same PCD on the holes. The available wheels vary from the 3rd gen 8-spoke (much in demand as the best looking) which has a 5 1/2" rim , through the 4th Gen (5 spokes- rounded shape) which is slightly lighter and 5" wide through the 5th and 6th Gen wheels which have 5 spokes again, but with a squared off spoke shape. These are also 5 1/2" wide. The only differences between any of the last two gens is that some were black, and some were silver/grey. Recommended tyre fitments are 170 section for the 3rd/ 4th gen (yes, I know they are different widths) and 180 section for the later wheels. Wider tyres are reputed to worsen the handling on turn-in on all models. Pic shows my spare 8-spoke, my original 4th gen in black and my custom painted 8-spoke fitted. Rod
Please excuse a very slow Kawasaki rider This means that I can take a 5.5" VFR800 wheel and fit to the 97 750 arm I'm installing in my ZXR400 frame (I can't ride for s*** - I just want that 180 section rear tyre - The Original Poser) - and all will be well ?... No offset issues or the likes ?... Cheers, And thanks, /Steff
Yes as again was stated ..from 90 to current all rear wheels fit the current hub des. Just 94- 97 had 5" wide rim and 90-93 and 98 to current is 5 1/2" wide rim..Hope helps...Chris
Thanks !.... Even though it'll probably be green, I'll still post a pic once it's done !... Cheers, And thanks, /Steff
