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| Rim Size | 3.5" x 17" |
|---|---|
| Weight | approx. 2.4 kg |
| Construction | Prepreg carbon monocoque, CRBNX technology |
| Spoke Insert | BST Ultra-High-Speed aluminium |
| Maximum Load Rating | 155 kg |
| Finish Options | Gloss (standard); satin-matte, forged-carbon, Solid (white, red, blue, green, orange, silver), Candy (green, purple-blue, gold, orange, red, blue) |
| Certifications / Testing | TÜV 287 StVZO, JASO T203-85; 1,000,000-cycle bend and torsion test; 6,000 km radial load test; radial impact test; individual CT scan |
| Warranty | 2 years |
DescriptionThe whole story▼
Whether you are commuting through mountain roads or pushing hard on a weekend track day, the BST Star Tek carbon front wheel transforms the way your Aprilia RSV4, RR or 1100 Factory responds — sharper turn-in, steadier feedback at speed, and a genuine reduction in unsprung rotating mass that you feel from the first corner. At approximately 2.4 kg it represents one of the most impactful single upgrades available for these models, and the two-year warranty means it earns its keep day after day, not just on race day.
Key Features
- Prepreg carbon monocoque construction with CRBNX technology cuts front wheel weight to approximately 2.4 kg, delivering noticeably quicker steering responses and improved agility in everyday riding situations.
- BST Ultra-High-Speed aluminium spoke insert combines minimal weight with exceptional torsional rigidity, preserving steering precision under hard braking and through fast, flowing corners.
- Rated to a 155 kg load capacity — a reassuring safety margin for road riders carrying a pillion or luggage on occasion.
- Every wheel passes TÜV 287 StVZO and JASO T203-85 load testing, 1,000,000 bend-and-torsion cycles, a 6,000 km radial load test, a radial impact test with residual pressure retention, plus individual CT scanning — so the quality assurance is built in, not bolted on.
- ISO-certified manufacturing facility; two-year manufacturer's warranty included.
- Available in a broad palette of finishes — gloss (standard), satin-matte, forged-carbon, Solid and Candy colours — so the wheel can complement your Aprilia's livery rather than clash with it.
Built for the Road and the Circuit
The monocoque construction means there are no bonded joints between rim and spokes — the carbon structure is laid up and cured as a single continuous piece. This approach eliminates the stress concentrations that can occur at bonded interfaces, and it is one of the reasons BST is comfortable applying a two-year warranty to a wheel that also passes motorsport-grade testing. The CRBNX carbon specification is selected for its high specific stiffness, giving the rim the rigidity needed to maintain accurate tyre geometry even when the RSV4's considerable power is being transferred through aggressive braking events.
For riders who use their RSV4 primarily on the road, the tangible benefit is in the way the bike settles into a rhythm through technical sections. Reduced gyroscopic resistance from the lighter front wheel means you initiate direction changes with less effort, and the improved feedback through the bars makes reading grip levels more intuitive. On track, the same properties translate into faster lap times and reduced rider fatigue.
Finish Options
The standard finish is a high-gloss exposed carbon weave, which suits the visual language of the RSV4 range well. If you prefer something more understated, the satin-matte finish offers the same structural carbon look with less reflectivity. For riders who want to colour-match their wheels to a specific livery, the Solid range covers white, red, blue, green, orange and silver, while the Candy palette extends to green, purple-blue, gold, orange, red and blue — all applied over the carbon substrate and sealed for durability.
Fitment and Compatibility
This wheel is engineered specifically for the following Aprilia models:
- Aprilia RSV4 (2021–2026)
- Aprilia RSV4 RR (2021–2026)
- Aprilia RSV4 R (2021–2026)
- Aprilia RSV4 RF (2021–2026)
- Aprilia RSV4 1100 (2021–2026)
- Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory (2021–2026)
Bearing choice is available at point of order: standard steel bearings for everyday road use, or ceramic bearings for reduced rolling resistance and extended service life under high-speed track conditions.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Rim size | 3.5" x 17" |
| Weight | approx. 2.4 kg |
| Construction | Prepreg carbon monocoque, CRBNX technology |
| Spoke insert | BST Ultra-High-Speed aluminium |
| Maximum load rating | 155 kg |
| Standard finish | Gloss; optional satin-matte, forged-carbon, Solid and Candy finishes |
| Certifications / testing | TÜV 287 StVZO, JASO T203-85; 1,000,000-cycle bend and torsion test; 6,000 km radial load test; radial impact test; individual CT scan |
| Warranty | 2 years |
FitmentWhich bikes this fits▼
- Aprilia RSV4 / RR / 1100 Factory (2021–2026)
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