New Dimension in Wheels
From 2D to 3D, concept to reality, MC Advantages presents its new super-premium forged 3D wheels. They currently come in six styles, including the Foose-designed Lusso and new Russell Marlow-designed Trippin wheel. The other styles include Barb, Big Homie, Torq Thrust, and SnM. These wheels have deep designs that stretch from the center of the hub to the very top edges of the rim. Each style is available in a variety of sizes, including 21x2.15, 21x3, 18x3.5, 18x5.5, 18x6.5, and 18x10.5. Also available are premium rotors, pulleys, and brake brackets that match each wheel style.For more information, contact MC Advantages, (515) 369-4320, www.mcadvantages.com.
What a Contrast
What the heck is a "contrast cut" wheel? PM tells us this look is achieved by polishing and black-anodizing the wheel prior to cutting the shape into it, then leaving the newly exposed aluminum in its raw state. The effect is a stunning contrast between natural metal and the smooth finish of the black anodization. For now, PM is only doing this unique finish on the Judge design (brand-new for '06) but already has matching black-anodized pulleys, discs, and sprockets.For more information, contact Performance Machine, (714) 523-3000, www.performancemachine.com.
Turning of the Wheel
With the turning of the year, Softail and Dyna models have acquired new rear tire sizes from the factory. In order to maintain the factory tire width, American Wire Wheel offers its entire product line to fit the new '06 Harley-Davidson applications. Specifically, all wheel styles are available in 18x5.5 for the Softail bikes with the 200mm tires and 18x4.25 for the Dynas with the 160mm tires. American Wire Wheel offers many custom finish options for its wheels, such as color matching, 24K gold plating, copper plating, and more.For more information, contact American Wire Wheel, (800) 543-5553, www.americanwire.com.
On the Run
Whether you're on the run or on the road, Perewitz's Felon wheels will let you do it in style. Rear Felons can be ordered in sizes from a mild-mannered 16x3 up to a mind-warping 18x14. Fronts start at 16x3 and go up to a tall 23x4. They're available finished in flawless mirror deep chrome, fully polished, natural, and powdercoated in virtually any color. Standard and RSD are offered, as are applications for use with single, dual, or no brake at all up front. Felons are available exclusively from Perewitz Cycle Fab.For more information, contact Perewitz Cycle Fab, (508) 697-3595, www.perewitz.com.
Wheel and Tire Combo
When it comes to your build, time can make the difference between you making your big entrance at a bike show in your shiny new bike or driving to the show surrounded by other people's new bikes. To save you time and money, RC Components now offers all its wheels with tires premounted and balanced. Each wheel comes with your choice of a Metzeler or Avon tire. They are ready for immediate installation the minute they arrive at your door! Let RC Components take the hassle out of your next build or upgrade.For more information, contact RC Components, (800) 360-0915, www.rccomponents.com.
Stare Into the Hub
...of the Blade custom wheel from Harley-Davidson. You'll find yourself mesmerized by the 10 slim spokes that flow from the center hub and spiral rearward to blend with the outer rim. Forged for strength from 6061 aircraft aluminum, the mirror-polished surface is chrome-plated for a brilliant shine that also resists the elements and is easy to clean. The 21-inch front Blade custom wheel fits '00-and-later FXST, FXSTB, FXSTS, and FXSTD (except FXSTDSE) models, and '00-'05 FXDWG models. The 17-inch rear Blade custom wheel fits '06 FXST, FXSTB, and FXSTS and '06 FLSTFSE2 models.For more information, contact your local Harley-Davidson dealer, (800) 443-2153, www.harley-davidson.com.
The Wheel Has Spoken
These Billet Boys spoke wheels are not just all talk-they're performance, too. The assemblies feature the Akront rims and Billet Boys aluminum hubs. The rims have Akront's custom "MTR" cross-section design, while the hubs are machined from 7075 aircraft-grade aluminum; their spoke flanges are designed to handle today's high-horsepower motors. The rims and hubs are available with either show chrome or polished finish. They can be laced with several styles of custom heavy-gauge spokes, in 40-spoke configurations, and are available in 16- to 21-inch sizes, in widths from 2.15 to 5.5 inches.For more information, contact Billet Boys, (510) 471-3026, www.billetboys.com.
If the Wheel Fits
Let your bike try one of Revolution Manufacturing's new carbon wheels for size. With a variety of measurements, including 18x3.5, 19x3, and 21x2.15 for the front and 18x3.5, 18x5.5, and 18x8.5 for the rear (while a 21x3 and 23x3 fronts are in the works, as are an 18x9 and 18x10.5 for the rear), your bike is sure to find the right fit. Applications include all current V-Twin bikes, including the V-Rod. Special applications can be ordered. The front sizes weigh a mere 6 lbs with hubs and bearings, with the rears weighing 8 lbs for the 18x5.5 and 9 lbs for the 18x8.5. This equates to a substantial weight savings over billet and even spoke wheels. Gains of 10-15 hp are guaranteed.For more information, contact Revolution Manufacturing, (770) 420-9191, www.revolutionspeed.com.