Description
BST 6.0" x 17" Star TEK Rear Wheel
Item Summary
- Size : 6.0" x 17"
- Static Load Rating : 617 lb. (280 kg)
- Materials : Carbon fiber and aluminum
- Style : Slanted, five-spoke configuration
- Valve Stems : BST Ultra-High-Speed (UHS) 90-degree, aluminum stems and caps
- Approvals : DOT E and JWL for street and track use
- Fitment : Direct OEM replacement
- Warranty : 2 Years
Performance
Weighing between 40 and 60 percent less than OEM wheels, BST
wheels bestow sportbikes with sharper corner-carving abilities, faster acceleration,
and quicker braking by weighing less than their production-bike counterparts.
Lighter wheels are also easier for suspension systems to control over bumps
and irregular surfaces, yielding more traction and unimpeded acceleration. Less
rotating mass also equals less rider fatigue.
A lighter rear wheel is easier for the shock to control properly,
which leads to superior power application and much higher trap speeds in competition
and track days.
Design
Using high-tech processes pioneered in the aerospace industry,
BST wheels are manufactured in a single molding operation. This technique produces
a wheel that is far superior in strength and much lighter than any aluminum
or magnesium wheel, and one that is light and strong enough for racing and street
use.
BST wheels are a unique monococque (single unit) design with
hollow spokes. The end result is wheels with unsprung weight reduced 40-60 percent
compared to stock wheels. This delivers the lowest possible moment of inertia,
a critical factor that affects all aspects of motorcycle performance.
Maximizing the molecular and structural properties of carbon
fiber, BST has reduced spoke and rim weight without compromising their strength.
Mass is therefore concentrated in the hub, reducing rotational inertia. This
results in quicker acceleration and braking, allowing faster corner entry and
exit speeds.
Manufacturing
BST designs the tooling, molds, wheel and hubs, then manufactures
them in its state-of-the-art factory. Precision cutting machines, like those
used in the aeronautical industry, ensure that the process is repeatable and
meets the highest certification standards. BST uses only the finest “prepreg”
carbon fiber, which is embedded in a top-secret resin matrix epoxy. Carbon-fiber
layup is done in a dust-free and temperature-controlled “clean room.”
The wheels are cured in a superheated steam oven, or autoclave, at 260 degrees
and 85 psi. This produces the best material compaction and smoothest surface
finish. Every step of this process is logged, the entire history of each wheel
is stored and stamped with a unique serial number. To ensure the highest quality
manufacturing processes and components, BST’s entire operation is managed
under strict, new ISO 9002 standards.
Replaceable Hubs
The hubs are attached to the wheels using a unique fastening
system that combines high-tech aerospace fasteners, mechanical locking mechanisms
and super-high-strength aerospace adhesive. In the event of rim damage the hub
can typically be salvaged and the carbon rim replaced at a substantial savings
over purchasing a new wheel.
90-Degree Valve Stems
All BST wheels come with aluminum 90-degree valve stems that
are not only easy to access, but keep centrifugal force from opening their Schrader
valves and deflating tires during high-speed operation. Track tested up to 274
mph.
Testing
BST products have undergone decades of research, development,
testing and the most stringent certifications processes. They’ve been
flogged at Rim Technology, Eurotype Test Centre and have passed all lab and
street tests for certification from Germany’s TüV to the U.S. Department
of Transportation, with flying colors.
BST wheels have been proven internationally at every level of
FIM Grand Prix roadrace competition and in winning 12 championship titles around
the world.
About BST
Established in 1992, BST is based near Johannesburg, South Africa.
BST engineers and manufactures the world's finest carbon fiber motorcycle components
from wheels and frames to fuel tanks and fenders, to the highest international
standards. The standard equipment wheels on Confederate and Norton motorcycles,
BST was also chosen to provide wheels and produce the carbon-fiber frame on
the radical MotoCyz project. On the world stage, BST wheels have been proven
at every level of FIM Grand Prix roadracing competition and have won 12 national
championships. BST has sold more than 8,000 carbon fiber wheels around the world.
Apparel Exchange/Return Policy:
It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure correct and proper sizing
when placing an order. There are no returns, cancellations or exchanges on any
apparel, no exceptions. This includes apparel such as leather suits, jackets,
pants, clothing, boots and gloves. If you have any questions regarding sizing,
please refer to the manufacturers sizing charts or contact Bayside Performance
for further assistance.
The following are final sale, no exchanges, cancellations or returns:
- Helmets
- Apparel And Protection
- Special Order Items
- Made To Order Items
- Electrical
- Race Bodywork
- Clearance Items
- Items Removed From Original Packaging
- Parts That Have Been Installed Or Attempted To Be Installed
Product Exchange/Return Policy:
If you would like to exchange a product, contact Bayside Performance within
one (1) day upon the receipt of the sales order. All returns must be approved
by Bayside Performance. Upon Bayside Performance approval for inspection of
the returned product, Bayside Performance assigns a Return Authorization (RA)
Number. The RA number is only for the product that Bayside Performance has approved
for inspection.
Shipping costs of the returned product is the liability of the customer; Bayside
Performance does not accept any collect on delivery (COD) shipments. The RA
number must be clearly marked on the outside of the box; returns without the
marked RA number will be refused and may be returned to the customer. All approved
returns must received by Bayside Performance within ten (10) days of the RA
number provided to the customer. Always send your item back Canada Post with
tracking and email us the tracking number.
All returned merchandise must be in its original packaging with attached tags,
instructions and in new condition. Both the product and packaging must be in
new condition free from scratches, blemishes, tears or dents. It is the customer's
responsibility to ensure the returning merchandise to Bayside Performance is
adequately packaged, preventing any loss or damage to the returning product.
Any parts that have been removed from the package or attempted to be installed
are not returnable.
All claims for missing products must be made by the end of the next business
day upon the receipt of the order, after that time Bayside Performance will
not be liable for any shortages. All claims for damaged merchandise must be
made to the shipping carrier; ensure that you keep all shipping cartons and
all packaging materials for carrier inspection. It is the responsibility of
the customer to initiate any claims with the carrier.
All returned merchandise to Bayside Performance is subject to a 20% restocking
fee. All canceled orders are subject to a 20% restocking fee if the item has
already been ordered in. Any purchases that are refused and returned to Bayside
Performance are deemed non-deliverable and subject to a restocking fee, all
shipping costs and possibly our final sale policy.
Shipping and insurance costs are non-refundable. If a refund is approved by
Bayside Performance, the reimbursement of money will be issued to the customer
in the same monetary form as the payment was made to Bayside Performance at
the time of the purchase.
Inventory:
Bayside Performance specializes in custom order hard to get or made to
order items. Our website shows inventory two ways.
We are experiencing random Covid-19 lockdown related delays that are out of our control. We ask that you be patient during this time.
In Stock:
In stock items would be shipped same or next business day however
inventory numbers are not a guarantee. If in stock items are not
available to ship right away we would contact you with an estimate.
Available To Order:
Available to order items where not discontinued the last time manually
checked.They may have estimated time in which they should leave our
store but this is not a guarantee. Available to order items must arrive
to us first and be checked prior to shipping to you. We do stock the
most commonly sold items and have a decent inventory however many items
have to be sourced at the time of sale from many different distributors.
We would contact you with a delivery estimate before processing your
order if the posted estimate was incorrect or was not posted.
Parts Fitment Guarantee:
Aftermarket parts do not always fit like OEM parts. Some aftermarket parts
require modifications or fitment to work correctly. For example carbon fiber
and race bodywork components often need trimming and modifications to fit
correctly.
Bayside Performance only guarantees fitment of these parts if they are installed
by a licensed tech with experience installing aftermarket parts. Bayside Performance
reserves the right to investigate each fitment issue and decide whether the
part is incorrect or incorrect installation is the problem. The customer is
responsible to install parts correctly or hire a company with the skills to
complete the work properly. Please call us for more details.
