[noclue90]

Hey guys. I have a 2011 250R (White/Red/Black). I am trying to shop around for some aftermarket wheels.

1. Where are some good places to look? I know I can search but I wanted to see if there was anyone who had experiences with certain companies.

What is the max size that you can put on for the rear without it rubbing? Again I know I can search but Id like experiences.

Thanks guys.

 

[totaled]

Sportisi Moto USA Sportisimoto USA has a 4.5" wheel that is a direct bolt on. However I emailed Matt who is their USA guy, and he quoted me like $500 or something shipped. Are you talking about width or diameter? I assume you want a wider tire, you can fit a 150 with little-no problem. Some people have even put a 160. It's all personal preference.

 

[noclue90]

I am looking more for width.

I use to work in a wheel warehouse for Shelby mustangs and I know shipping isnt that much. Even 4 wheels to Switzerland was less than 200.

This is exactly what Im looking to do. Remove all decals for all white. Then gold accents, such as levers and wheels.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/noclue90/5802226892/in/photostream

 

[totaled]

I am looking more for width.

I use to work in a wheel warehouse for Shelby mustangs and I know shipping isnt that much. Even 4 wheels to Switzerland was less than 200.

This is exactly what Im looking to do. Remove all decals for all white. Then gold accents, such as levers and wheels.

2011NinjaWhiteGold | Flickr - Photo Sharing!

It was $570 shipped to me. Thats not just the shipping. Thats also the cost of the wheel.

 

[totaled]

They make the 4.5" wheel, the Ninja comes stock with a 3.5" wheel. No idea what the maximum width tire would be. although I would bet it wouldn't be more than a 160. Imo I can't justify spending that amount just for looks. If you want a wide rear tire, you bought the wrong bike bud, just sayin.

 

[noclue90]

Ahh got ya on the price. Thanks.

Has anyone ever painted the wheels that came on the bike. That would be easier and cheaper.

I dont plan on getting a really wide tire but when I have to replace it I will go wider.

 

[totaled]

No problem.

Idk about painting, but there is a huge thread about polishing the lip of the wheels. Some people have painted, I assume from pics I've seen, but whatever you do post pics! Good luck!

 

[dk58]

You could paint the wheels, just make sure to prep properly. I would probably have them powder coated though.

 

[noclue90]

You could paint the wheels, just make sure to prep properly. I would probably have them powder coated though.

Any idea how much powder coat normally runs?

 

[joes280]

do you have the actual wheel cause I would love to see pics and get info on how easy it was to swap

 

[JBird]

Any idea how much powder coat normally runs?

Much cheaper than aftermarket wheels. Less than $200.

 

[noclue90]

This is what I would like to do with the bike. I think my brother and I can do the paint no problem.