The facts.
| Brand | BST |
|---|---|
| Model | Mamba 7 TEK |
| Fitment | Kawasaki ZX-10R (2016–2020) |
| Position | Front wheel |
| Weight | 6.06 lbs / 2.75 kg |
| Rim size | 3.5" x 17" |
| Rim material | Pre-preg carbon fibre |
| Hub material | 6082 T6 aluminium |
| Radial load | 855.4 lbs / 388 kg |
| Static load | 341 lbs / 155 kg |
DescriptionThe whole story▼
Shaving unsprung and rotational mass from your Kawasaki ZX-10R (2016–2020) is one of the most rewarding upgrades you can make, and the BST Mamba 7 TEK carbon front wheel delivers exactly that. At just 2.75 kg it transforms turn-in response, reduces gyroscopic forces through every corner and keeps your arms fresh across a full day on road or track — because a lighter, more responsive front end demands far less effort to place precisely.
Key Features
- Ultralight 2.75 kg construction slashes rotational mass for noticeably faster, less fatiguing steering
- Pre-preg carbon fibre rim paired with a 6082 T6 aluminium hub for an ideal balance of stiffness and durability
- DOT E and JWL certified — fully road-legal and track-approved straight from the box
- Engineered to withstand extreme sport use: radial load 388 kg, static load 155 kg, cornering load 577 Nm, torsional load 543.9 Nm
- 90° aluminium high-speed valve with cap included as standard
- Backed by a 2-year manufacturer's warranty
Construction and Performance
The Mamba 7 TEK is BST's benchmark front wheel for the serious road rider and club racer alike. The rim is laid up from pre-preg carbon fibre — the same process used in high-end motorsport composites — which gives a consistent, void-free laminate and a controlled flex characteristic that complements the ZX-10R's chassis geometry. The 6082 T6 aluminium hub is precision-machined to tight tolerances, ensuring the wheel runs true and mates cleanly with your stock axle and brake disc carriers.
The seven-spoke Mamba design is not purely aesthetic. The spoke geometry is optimised to distribute braking and cornering loads efficiently across the carbon structure, keeping the rim round and stable under the kind of hard braking the ZX-10R is built for. Riders who switch from a standard cast alloy wheel consistently report a more connected, communicative front end — feedback that translates directly into confidence and consistency over a long ride or a full track session.
Road and Track Use
Because the Mamba 7 TEK carries both DOT E road approval and JWL certification, you can run it on public roads without restriction and carry it to the circuit without swapping wheels. The reduced unsprung mass also means your fork and suspension work more efficiently — small bumps and mid-corner compressions are absorbed with less disturbance to the tyre contact patch, which is particularly noticeable on undulating A-roads and worn circuit surfaces.
Fitment and Compatibility
This front wheel is a direct, no-modification fitment for the following model:
- Kawasaki ZX-10R — model years 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020
The wheel is supplied as standard in the original OEM size. Alternative dimensions are available on request — contact the Inter-Pace team for details.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Weight | 6.06 lbs / 2.75 kg |
| Rim size | 3.5 |
FitmentWhich bikes this fits▼
- Kawasaki ZX-10R (2016–2020)
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