BST STAR TEK Carbon Front Wheel Yamaha YZF-R1/M RN32, RN49 & RN65 (2015–2026)

Shaving unsprung and rotational mass from the front end is one of the most impactful upgrades a Yamaha YZF-R1 or R1M owner can make, and the BST STAR TEK carbon front wheel delivers exactly that. Built in a monocoque Prepreg carbon construction using BST's proprietary CRBNX technology and paired with an Ultra-High-Speed aluminium spoke carrier, this 3.5 x 17-inch wheel weighs approximately 2.4 kg — transforming the way your R1 turns in, holds a line, and communicates through the bars on every road or track session.

Key Features

• Monocoque Prepreg carbon shell using CRBNX technology delivers exceptional stiffness with minimal mass for precise, immediate steering response
• BST Ultra-High-Speed aluminium spoke carrier balances rotational dynamics and structural rigidity at extreme lean angles
• TÜV-certified and JASO-tested: 1,000,000 bending and torsion cycles, 6,000 km radial load testing, and radial impact testing with residual air-pressure retention
• Every individual wheel is CT-scanned and visually inspected before leaving the factory, guaranteeing zero structural compromise
• ISO-certified manufacturing process backed by a two-year warranty
• Wide finish choice including Gloss, Satin, Matte, Forged Carbon, seven Candy colours and six Solid colours to suit any R1 livery

All-Day Comfort, Precision Fit

The STAR TEK is engineered to slot directly into the RN32, RN49 and RN65 front-end architecture without modification. The wheel is available with either steel or ceramic bearings so you can match the specification to your riding programme — ceramic bearings suit sustained high-speed track work where thermal loads are elevated, while steel bearings remain the reliable daily choice for road and occasional track use. Either way, the fit is exact, the balance consistent, and the transformation in front-end feel is felt from the very first lap or morning commute.

Performance on Road and Track

Reducing rotational inertia at the front axle means the R1 responds to steering inputs with noticeably less effort. On circuit this translates to faster direction changes and greater confidence when trailing the brake deep into a corner. On the road it means a more natural, flowing riding posture with less fatigue building through the wrists and shoulders over longer distances — fitting the brief for all-day comfort as much as outright lap-time reduction. The maximum rated load of 155 kg ensures the wheel is equally suited to fully loaded road riding as it is to full-throttle track conditions.

Fitment and Compatibility

This BST STAR TEK carbon front wheel is designed specifically for the following Yamaha models:

• Yamaha YZF-R1 RN32 (2015–2017)
• Yamaha YZF-R1M RN32 (2015–2017)
• Yamaha YZF-R1 RN49 (2018–2020)
• Yamaha YZF-R1M RN49 (2018–2020)
• Yamaha YZF-R1 RN65 (2021–2026)
• Yamaha YZF-R1M RN65 (2021–2026)

Specifications

• Size: 3.5 x 17 inches
• Weight: approx. 2.4 kg
• Construction: monocoque Prepreg carbon (CRBNX technology)
• Spoke carrier: BST Ultra-High-Speed aluminium
• Maximum rated load: 155 kg
• Bearing options: steel or ceramic
• Finish options: Gloss, Satin-Matte, Forged Carbon, Solid (White, Red, Blue, Green, Orange, Silver), Candy (Green, Purple-Blue, Gold, Orange, Red, Blue)
• Testing: 1,000,000 bending and torsion cycles; 6,000 km radial load; radial impact with residual air-pressure retention; full CT-scan and visual inspection per unit
• Certifications: TÜV-certified, JASO-tested, ISO-certified manufacturing
• Warranty: 2 years