{"product_id":"oz-cattiva-magnesium-front-wheel-yamaha-yzf-r6","title":"OZ Cattiva Magnesium Front Wheel for Yamaha YZF-R6 (2003–2016) – C3026YA35","description":"\u003cp\u003eForged from premium magnesium by OZ's SBK Racing division, the Cattiva front wheel represents the absolute pinnacle of lightweight wheel engineering for the Yamaha YZF-R6. Conceived exclusively for track use, it is the lightest wheel in the entire OZ catalogue — a distinction earned through an uncompromising choice of material and a six-spoke architecture that eliminates every gram of unnecessary mass without sacrificing structural integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForged magnesium construction — the lightest wheel OZ produces, dramatically reducing rotating mass for faster acceleration, sharper braking and more responsive steering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSix-spoke Cattiva design conceived by the OZ SBK Racing department, balancing minimal weight with exceptional stiffness and lateral rigidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision Italian manufacture to the exacting standards demanded by professional racing, ensuring consistent performance and long service life under race conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied complete with quality bearings, aluminium angled valves and spacers where required — everything needed for a straight-forward fitment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in gloss black, matte black and gold finishes to suit individual team and aesthetic preferences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeveloped exclusively for track use, delivering maximum control and precise handling on circuit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt to Race, Built to Last\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe choice of forged magnesium sets the Cattiva apart from cast aluminium alternatives. The forging process aligns the grain structure of the metal, producing a wheel that is simultaneously lighter and stronger than a conventional casting of equivalent size. The result is a profound reduction in unsprung and rotating mass — two variables that directly govern how quickly the R6 responds to throttle inputs, braking forces and direction changes. Less rotating inertia means the wheel accelerates and decelerates faster, translating into measurable lap-time gains.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe six-spoke Cattiva geometry was not arrived at arbitrarily. OZ's SBK Racing engineers optimised spoke count, cross-section and taper to deliver the ideal balance between torsional stiffness and weight. A wheel that flexes under braking or cornering load introduces unpredictable feedback; the Cattiva eliminates that variable, giving the rider a consistent, honest platform from which to work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eItalian Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery Cattiva wheel is manufactured in Italy under the quality protocols that have made OZ a fixture in the pit lanes of World Superbike, MotoGP and endurance racing. The surface finish — whether gloss black, matte black or gold — is applied to the same exacting standard as the structural work, resisting the heat, brake dust and cleaning chemicals typical of intensive track use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis front wheel is engineered as a direct-fit replacement for the following model:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eYamaha YZF-R6 — model years 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe included spacers ensure correct axle alignment across the full production run of this generation. Always verify your specific model year and wheel specification before fitment, and consult a qualified technician if in any doubt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: OZ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Cattiva\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: forged magnesium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpoke count: 6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition: front wheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment: Yamaha YZF-R6 (2003–2016)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: C3026YA35\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntended use: track \/ racing (not road-legal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Made in Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"OZ","offers":[{"title":"Gloss Black","offer_id":53167468052746,"sku":"C3026YA35_sg","price":1872.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Matte Black","offer_id":53167468085514,"sku":"C3026YA35_sm","price":1872.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gold","offer_id":53167468118282,"sku":"C3026YA35_g","price":1872.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/7831\/0410\/files\/CattivaFront_02fa58e0-833f-46a5-a2a4-8562cc7fb830.png?v=1780798412","url":"https:\/\/inter-pace.com\/products\/oz-cattiva-magnesium-front-wheel-yamaha-yzf-r6","provider":"Inter-Pace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}