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| Brand | BST |
|---|---|
| Model | STAR TEK |
| Wheel position | Front |
| Size | 3.5" x 17" |
| Weight | approx. 2.40 kg |
| Static load capacity | 155 kg |
| Rim material | Prepreg carbon (monocoque) |
| Spider material | Aluminium (BST Ultra-High-Speed) |
| Valve | BST Ultra-High-Speed 90° aluminium valve |
| Certification | TÜV 287 StVZO, JASO T203-85 |
DescriptionThe whole story▼
When lap times matter and every gram of rotating mass counts, the BST STAR TEK Carbon Front Wheel for the Ducati Panigale 1199, 1199S and 1199R (2012–2017) is the upgrade that transforms corner-entry feel and mid-corner stability at once. Engineered around a monocoque prepreg-carbon rim paired with a BST Ultra-High-Speed aluminium spider, it slashes unsprung and rotating weight without compromising the structural rigidity a 195 bhp superbike demands.
Key Features
- Monocoque prepreg-carbon rim construction dramatically reduces rotating mass for razor-sharp turn-in and faster direction changes on track
- CRBNX technology combined with the BST Ultra-High-Speed aluminium spider delivers the optimum balance of minimum weight and maximum stiffness
- Every wheel individually CT-scanned and serialised, with TÜV 287 StVZO and JASO T203-85 certification confirming road and race legality
- One million bending and torsion test cycles, a 6,000 km radial load test, and a radial impact test with residual air-pressure retention — engineering you can trust at race pace
- BST Ultra-High-Speed 90° aluminium valve included as standard — engineered for high-speed use
- Wide finish choice: standard high-gloss carbon, satin, matte, seven Candy colours, and six Solid colours including white, red, blue, green, orange and silver
- ISO-certified manufacturing process and a two-year warranty back every wheel
Track-First Engineering
At the heart of the STAR TEK wheel is BST's monocoque carbon construction — the rim is not a carbon-wrapped alloy hoop but a true single-piece prepreg-carbon structure, built from high-modulus fibres laid up in a controlled environment and then cured under pressure. The result is a rim that is inherently stiffer than a conventional aluminium wheel at a fraction of the weight, eliminating the flex that blurs front-end feedback when the Panigale is leant hard into a fast sweeper.
The BST Ultra-High-Speed aluminium spider bridges the carbon rim to the hub with minimal additional mass, and its geometry is tuned specifically to the Ducati Panigale 1199 platform. The combination means the wheel accelerates and decelerates with noticeably less rotational inertia — the front end follows changes in braking pressure and lean angle with an immediacy that riders describe as transformative compared to the standard cast aluminium wheel.
Safety and Quality Assurance
BST applies aerospace-level quality control to every wheel that leaves the factory. Each unit is CT-scanned internally before dispatch, ensuring there are no voids or delaminations within the carbon structure that could compromise integrity. Beyond individual inspection, the STAR TEK design has passed the full suite of structural certification tests: TÜV 287 StVZO and JASO T203-85 approval, one million bending and torsion cycles, a 6,000 km radial load test, and a radial impact test that verifies the wheel retains air pressure after a kerb strike — a critical safety requirement for high-speed road and circuit use. A unique serial number is applied to every wheel, giving you full traceability.
Fitment and Compatibility
This front wheel is designed as a direct-fit replacement for the following models:
- Ducati Panigale 1199 (2012–2017)
- Ducati Panigale 1199 S (2012–2017)
- Ducati Panigale 1199 R (2012–2017)
Available with steel bearings or ceramic bearings to suit your preferred performance specification. Fitment of tubeless tyres is supported as standard. Always verify your specific model's hub and brake-disc dimensions before ordering.
Specifications
- Size: 3.5" x 17"
- Weight: approx. 2.40 kg
- Static load capacity: 155 kg
- Rim material: prepreg carbon (monocoque)
- Spider material: aluminium (BST Ultra-High-Speed)
- Valve: BST Ultra-High-Speed 90° aluminium valve
- Certification: TÜV 287 StVZO, JASO T203-85
- Test cycles: 1,000,000 bending and torsion cycles; 6,000 km radial load test; radial impact test with residual air-pressure retention
- Finish options: high-gloss, satin, matte, Candy (7 colours), Solid (white, red, blue, green, orange, silver)
- Bearing options: steel or ceramic
- Warranty: 2 years
FitmentWhich bikes this fits▼
- Ducati Panigale 1199 / S / R (2012–2017)
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