{"product_id":"bst-rapid-tek-carbon-front-wheel-yamaha-yzf-r6-rj27","title":"BST Rapid Tek Carbon Front Wheel Yamaha YZF-R6 RJ27 (2017–2026)","description":"\u003cp\u003eFew upgrades redefine a motorcycle's character as completely as replacing the factory wheel with a BST Rapid Tek carbon fibre unit. Conceived from the outset as a race-bred component and refined across decades of BST heritage, this front wheel for the Yamaha YZF-R6 RJ27 (2017–2026) pairs an exquisite pre-preg carbon fibre rim with a CNC-machined 6082 T6 aluminium hub — available in ten distinct finishes, from mirror-polished gloss to the raw industrial beauty of Forged-Carbon. At just 2.75 kg it slashes rotating unsprung mass dramatically, transforming how the R6 turns in and responds to rider inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltralight construction at only 2.75 kg (6.06 lbs) delivers noticeably sharper turn-in and more precise, confidence-inspiring steering on both road and track.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-preg carbon fibre rim combined with a CNC-machined 6082 T6 aluminium hub for an optimal balance of stiffness, strength and weight saving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDOT E and JWL certified — fully legal for road use and validated for the extreme structural demands of track riding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRated to 388 kg radial load, 155 kg static load, 577 Nm cornering load and 543.9 Nm torsional load, ensuring reliability at racing pace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRacing-specification ultra-high-speed 90° aluminium valve with protective cap included as standard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in ten finishes — Gloss, Satin-Matte, Forged-Carbon, Solid Blue, Solid Red, Solid Green, Solid Gold, Solid Silver, Solid Orange and Black Ink — allowing a personalised aesthetic to match any livery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBacked by a two-year manufacturer's warranty for genuine peace of mind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDesign, Finish and Heritage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBST — Black Stone Tek — has been at the vanguard of carbon fibre wheel technology since the brand's inception, supplying wheels to World Superbike and MotoGP-class teams as well as discerning road riders who demand the very best. The Rapid Tek series represents the culmination of that engineering lineage: a five-spoke architecture engineered for aerodynamic efficiency and visual drama in equal measure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe choice of finish transforms the wheel from a functional component into a centrepiece. The natural Forged-Carbon Finish celebrates the raw weave of the carbon fabric, while the Gloss option lends a mirror-like depth. Solid colour variants — Blue, Red, Green, Gold, Silver, Orange and Black Ink — allow an R6 owner to complement a race livery or create a deliberate contrast with the bodywork. Regardless of finish, the underlying construction and structural ratings remain identical, so aesthetics never come at the cost of performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePerformance on Road and Track\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eReducing rotating unsprung mass is one of the highest-value modifications available to a performance motorcycle. Every kilogram saved at the wheel has a disproportionate effect on acceleration, braking response and mid-corner balance compared with an equivalent saving elsewhere on the machine. The Rapid Tek front wheel weighs in at 2.75 kg, making it substantially lighter than a comparable cast aluminium OEM wheel, and the reduction in gyroscopic inertia translates directly into faster, more effortless steering changes — critical when threading through a chicane at the circuit or committing to a late apex on a favourite road.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe rated load figures are not marketing claims but independently validated structural benchmarks: 388 kg radial load and 543.9 Nm of torsional load capacity confirm that the wheel handles the harshest braking and cornering forces the YZF-R6 can generate, season after season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis BST Rapid Tek front wheel is designed and validated specifically for the Yamaha YZF-R6 RJ27 covering model years 2017 to 2026. The wheel is supplied in the standard OEM size as listed below. Alternative dimensions are available on request — please contact Inter-Pace for details. Bearing options include standard steel bearings or an upgrade to ceramic bearings for reduced friction and extended service life under demanding conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.75 kg \/ 6.06 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRim size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"BST","offers":[{"title":"Stahllager \/ Hochglanz","offer_id":53168415047946,"sku":null,"price":1982.54,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stahllager \/ Satin-Matt Finish","offer_id":53168415080714,"sku":null,"price":2190.79,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stahllager \/ Forged-Carbon Finish","offer_id":53168415113482,"sku":null,"price":2143.19,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stahllager \/ Solid Blau","offer_id":53168415146250,"sku":null,"price":2190.79,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stahllager \/ Solid Rot","offer_id":53168415179018,"sku":null,"price":2190.79,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stahllager \/ Solid Grün","offer_id":53168415211786,"sku":null,"price":2190.79,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stahllager \/ Solid Gold","offer_id":53168415244554,"sku":null,"price":2190.79,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stahllager \/ Solid Silber","offer_id":53168415277322,"sku":null,"price":2190.79,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stahllager \/ Solid Orange","offer_id":53168415310090,"sku":null,"price":2190.79,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stahllager \/ Schwarz Ink","offer_id":53168415342858,"sku":null,"price":2190.79,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Keramiklager \/ Hochglanz","offer_id":53168415375626,"sku":null,"price":2127.54,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Keramiklager \/ Satin-Matt Finish","offer_id":53168415408394,"sku":null,"price":2335.79,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Keramiklager \/ Forged-Carbon Finish","offer_id":53168415441162,"sku":null,"price":2288.19,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Keramiklager \/ Solid Blau","offer_id":53168415473930,"sku":null,"price":2335.79,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Keramiklager \/ Solid Rot","offer_id":53168415506698,"sku":null,"price":2335.79,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Keramiklager \/ Solid Grün","offer_id":53168415539466,"sku":null,"price":2335.79,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Keramiklager \/ Solid Gold","offer_id":53168415572234,"sku":null,"price":2335.79,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Keramiklager \/ Solid Silber","offer_id":53168415605002,"sku":null,"price":2335.79,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Keramiklager \/ Solid Orange","offer_id":53168415637770,"sku":null,"price":2335.79,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Keramiklager \/ Schwarz Ink","offer_id":53168415670538,"sku":null,"price":2335.79,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/7831\/0410\/files\/RAPIDTEKFront_a9cf6044-d763-4ad2-8a99-f1e3f59c8a26.png?v=1780808490","url":"https:\/\/inter-pace.com\/products\/bst-rapid-tek-carbon-front-wheel-yamaha-yzf-r6-rj27","provider":"Inter-Pace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}