OZ Gass RS-A Forged Aluminium Front Wheel - Yamaha YZF-R6 (2003-2016) H3026YA35

Engineered to meet the safety and performance demands of World Superbike competition, the OZ Gass RS-A forged aluminium front wheel brings race-proven structural integrity directly to your Yamaha YZF-R6. Manufactured in Italy to OZ Racing's exacting quality standards, this wheel is built to inspire confidence whether you are pushing hard on track or carving through challenging road conditions on your YZF-R6 from 2003 to 2016.

Key Features

• Forged aluminium construction delivers exceptional structural rigidity alongside a significant reduction in rotating unsprung mass, sharpening steering response and improving braking feel
• Five-spoke geometry is optimised to balance torsional stiffness with weight savings, contributing to more stable, predictable handling through fast corners
• Made in Italy under OZ Racing's motorsport quality controls — the same manufacturing standards applied to WorldSBK and WorldSSP championship wheels
• Available in four anodised finishes — gloss black, techno black, techno gold and titanium — each offering a durable, corrosion-resistant surface that retains its appearance over time
• Supplied complete with precision bearings, aluminium angle valves and spacers where required, so every critical interface is correctly specified from the outset
• Direct OEM fitment for the Yamaha YZF-R6 2003-2016, requiring no modification to existing front-end geometry

Construction and Safety

OZ Racing's forging process aligns the grain structure of the aluminium billet, producing a wheel that is demonstrably stronger than a comparable cast item at the same or lower weight. For riders who use their YZF-R6 on track, where thermal and dynamic loads are at their highest, that structural reliability is not a marginal gain — it is fundamental to safe operation at speed. The Gass RS-A is designed to withstand the cyclic stresses of repeated hard braking and lateral cornering forces without fatigue-induced flex.

The anodised finish is not merely cosmetic. Anodising creates a hard oxide layer integral to the aluminium surface, protecting the wheel from moisture, road salt and minor abrasion. This is particularly relevant for riders who cover significant road mileage alongside occasional track days, where long-term durability matters as much as outright performance.

Road and Track Performance

Reducing rotating mass at the front axle has a disproportionate effect on how a motorcycle feels to ride. The YZF-R6 is already a precise, high-revving supersport machine; fitting the Gass RS-A front wheel makes turn-in lighter and more immediate, reduces the gyroscopic resistance the fork must overcome, and allows the brakes to scrub speed more efficiently. The result is a motorcycle that feels more alert and easier to place accurately — qualities that are immediately noticeable on a flowing road and essential when chasing lap times.

Fitment and Compatibility

This wheel is specifically designed for the Yamaha YZF-R6, covering all model years from 2003 to 2016. It is a direct replacement requiring no adaptation. If you are fitting to an earlier model year in this range, please verify your axle diameter and spacer requirements against your service documentation; the supplied spacers address the most common variations. Part number: H3026YA35.

Specifications

• Brand: OZ Racing
• Model: Gass RS-A
• Part number: H3026YA35
• Position: Front wheel
• Material: Forged aluminium
• Spoke design: Five-spoke
• Finish: Anodised (four colour options)
• Fitment: Yamaha YZF-R6, 2003-2016
• Origin: Made in Italy