8 Spoke Colour Ideas

Got myself an 8spoker with brand new Metzlers,

Just wondering what colour I should get them powder coated?

My vfr is candy red

Should I go fluorescent yellow? I saw some guy had done this looks awesome

Sell the wheel to me and I'll let you know which colour suits it best? ;) haha.

Seriously though. When (if) i eventually find out, id be considering anthracite i think.

I think White looks the best but they are hard to keep clean. My second choice would be gold

I color matched my wheels:

[image: GoodLookin.jpg]

Gunmetal and bronze are the hot colors for car wheels now.

I did my Hawk GT wheels in bronze. I am pretty happy with the way that they turned out.

Gold does look pretty nice also with red. I attached a pic of a Hawk GT with an 8 spoke rear wheel in gold. Its a bit too "basic" for me I guess, but does look cool.

[image: post-24302-0-56242700-1417618755.jpg]

[image: post-24302-0-08329800-1417618824.jpg]

The Candy red bike looks awesome with either gold/bronze or gunmetal/anthracite type of coulours.

I now regret going plain black on my 8-spoker..............

Digging the gold. :fing02:

red bike and red wheels!! thats makes it even faster ( based on the debated theory that every red honda is 2-3hp faster than other colours)!!

raoufhakam

red bike and red wheels!! thats makes it even faster ( based on the debated theory that every red honda is 2-3hp faster than other colours)!!

Its not a theory. Its fact ;) haha.

Yeah, I've bent a couple of speedometer needles from hitting the speedometer stop post so hard. :pinocchio:

FJ12Ryder

Yeah, I've bent a couple of speedometer needles from hitting the speedometer stop post so hard. :pinocchio:

Thats where the 6th gen speedo comes in handy ;).

Until i start getting into quadruple digits. Then its useless.

I have always loved the black chrome.

Black is the most easy to keep/look clean, but I say :1: for GOLD :cool:

my old fifth gen had gold wheels on it and I always loved them:

[image: IMG_0720.jpg]

I wanted to add something a little darker to my current 5th gen, but in the end I went a little too dark. The color was called "Umber Bronze" and looked great on the sample:

[image: IMG_20141001_125138088_zpszkobiali.jpg]

Wheels looked great when I picked them up, and even with the tires mounted... but when on the bike the color of the bike just doesn't work with it...

[image: IMG_20141014_130820841_zpsk2gwwrd9.jpg]

[image: IMG_20141015_211414702_zpssydjnp8r.jpg]

[image: IMG_20141025_130936819_HDR_zpshshpnva0.j]

I'm seriously thinking of selling these and having the white wheels redone with fresh white... it looked better to my eye with those:
[image: IMG_2467_zps96421beb.jpg]

Another vote for gold to go with Candy Red. IMHO a good proxy for the color would be the same as the caliper color on ABS models, maybe with a touch of metallic in it.

[image: 8429.jpg]

I'll have to admit if I didn't like the red so much I'd probably go with the white. Looks so good, even if it is a mother to keep clean.

WERA910

my old fifth gen had gold wheels on it and I always loved them:

[image: IMG_0720.jpg]

I wanted to add something a little darker to my current 5th gen, but in the end I went a little too dark. The color was called "Umber Bronze" and looked great on the sample:

[image: IMG_20141001_125138088_zpszkobiali.jpg]

Wheels looked great when I picked them up, and even with the tires mounted... but when on the bike the color of the bike just doesn't work with it...

[image: IMG_20141014_130820841_zpsk2gwwrd9.jpg]

[image: IMG_20141015_211414702_zpssydjnp8r.jpg]

[image: IMG_20141025_130936819_HDR_zpshshpnva0.j]

I'm seriously thinking of selling these and having the white wheels redone with fresh white... it looked better to my eye with those:

[image: IMG_2467_zps96421beb.jpg]

I have to say I actually think the bronze looks better! Thats a great color. I have been looking for a good paint code (powder coat code) for a bronze like that for my new wheels for my Mazda 3 (Mazdaspeed 3 wheels). Thanks for the tip!

I am also trying to figure out what color to go with on my 8 spoker for my Yellow Y2K. I don't want to go white or black. I am thinking either bronze or gunmetal so if anyone has any pics of a yell'er Y2K with wheels in those colors I would love to see how that looks!

WERA910

I'm seriously thinking of selling these and having the white wheels redone with fresh white... it looked better to my eye with those:

[image: IMG_2467_zps96421beb.jpg]

For most VFR colors, I'm a fan of silver.
It's purely a personal preference, but I'm not a big fan of too many colors on one bike, unless your doing something like the anniversary special or a racer replica.
Silver gives a contrast similar to white without introducing an additional color, and also ties in the frame.
enzed_viffer and Veefer800Canuck's bikes comes to mind as an example.

[image: IMG_20141025_130936819_HDR_zpshshpnva0.j]

My favorite .

went with this on R258 winning red.....

[image: post-8015-0-54337000-1417957735.jpg]

Madness lives!!!!! :beer:

Hmmmm....I'd be tempted to steer clear of anything that involved gold. Ducati sort of killed that option, in my opinion..... Candy Apple would go nice with polished silver (alloy), or something similar. Nothing too glary, but something that compliments the colour you have, already. Maybe Candy Apple, with polished edge machining???? Just a thought. Do as you will....It's your bike.

Here's what I did with my 6th gen.

Does anyone have pictures of a '08 Sword Silver with color matched or otherwise 8 spoker? I just got one as well and not sure what direction I want to go.......

Should I have created my own thread for this?

HRCCBR

Does anyone have pictures of a '08 Sword Silver with color matched or otherwise 8 spoker? I just got one as well and not sure what direction I want to go.......

Should I have created my own thread for this?

Yep.

The rear is as-is from a 1992 model. Not an exact match but so close I didn't feel it necessary to spend the extra cash to re-do it.

[image: gallery_20057_6047_402657.jpg]

Cogswell.looks sharp...been looking for that wheel now . For 3 months...still no luck

Thanks Cogswell ! Color matched looks pretty good may go with that. Would be cheaper as well since I would not have to do the front wheel.

duccmann- do an auto search on Ebay and have the results emailed to you daily- 4+ have gone thru there in the past 6-9 months .......Just a thought, that's how I got mine.

duccmann

Cogswell.looks sharp...been looking for that wheel now . For 3 months...still no luck

There was one on ebay (in black) a few days ago unless someone hit the "Buy it now" price.

Got it thanks

I just checked - somebody snagged it last night.

I went from gold on my Candy Red 6th Gen to black and love it with the red rim stripes.

[image: post-25941-0-24047500-1420272557.jpg]

I've had notifications off ebay for the wheel for a month now. No luck.

I get the feeling its going to be even harder than it would be over where you guys are, since the uk is much smaller etc.

Soo many front wheels come up though. Time after time haha

HighSideNZ

I went from gold on my Candy Red 6th Gen to black and love it with the red rim stripes.

20141109_113929-1.jpg

That looks awesome. Love it.

If i do decide to get a newer viffer. Thats the colour it needs to be. Looks classy IMO.

[image: 20141213_132318_zps46eff1cf.jpg]

I found mine on eBay (it had been listed for about 5 hours...I got lucky when I decided to search). The person that posted it had it listed as "VFR Rear Wheel" without the year or "8 spoke" in the title. Make sure your ebay notification will find all of them just in case. Be patient and good luck with he search. R

[image: post-29072-0-04781800-1420299141.jpg]

That black and red looks sharp!

I used "vfr rear wheel" which was as generic as possible and would catch all years and styles. You have to sort thru a bunch of crap all the time but you will get lucky eventually....I did and it only took about 10 months to get one. Lost a buy it now because I was to slow making a decision, got out bid twice, missed one completely, then finally the stars aligned and BAM here it is. Just needs refinished (I think).

Oh and of course be careful to buy something that will fit the bike LOL I almost bought a VFR400 wheel or RC30 wheel I can't say how many times......

HRCCBR

That black and red looks sharp!

I used "vfr rear wheel" which was as generic as possible and would catch all years and styles. You have to sort thru a bunch of crap all the time but you will get lucky eventually....I did and it only took about 10 months to get one. Lost a buy it now because I was to slow making a decision, got out bid twice, missed one completely, then finally the stars aligned and BAM here it is. Just needs refinished (I think).

Oh and of course be careful to buy something that will fit the bike LOL I almost bought a VFR400 wheel or RC30 wheel I can't say how many times......

Haha yeah. No end of vfr 400 wheels is there

I've got my search to 'vfr wheel' and theres no end of 750 front wheels too. No back ones though. Theyre abit scarce arent they

http://www.prismaticpowders.com/uploaded/public/final_pi_Illusion%20Cherry%20PMB-6905.jpg

How about this?

Be sure to do Craigslist searches as well. I found mine off of there for $150 bucks. The guy was parting out his bike and apparently did not know the demand for these.

deltaboxii

Gunmetal and bronze are the hot colors for car wheels now.

I did my Hawk GT wheels in bronze. I am pretty happy with the way that they turned out.

Gold does look pretty nice also with red. I attached a pic of a Hawk GT with an 8 spoke rear wheel in gold. Its a bit too "basic" for me I guess, but does look cool.

My '89 "RC31", Hawk GT with HRC racing gold colored wheels. The rear is a mod'd gen 3 VFR wheel:

[image: 00V0V_1VtPnOH4iRd_600x450_zpsb02ec897.jp]

[image: 20140402_081629_zps5a48b30c.jpg]

[image: 20140402_081456_zpsbca97aa2.jpg]

I got my rims powder coated the original gold/bronze color, just as they came would've come from the factory in 1991. Came out amazing!

[image: post-29645-0-76639700-1421023721.jpg]

Scottay951

I got my rims powder coated the original gold/bronze color, just as they came would've come from the factory in 1991. Came out amazing!

Very nice mate.

Any idea on a paint code for that colour?

RollinAgain

I think White looks the best but they are hard to keep clean. My second choice would be gold

I like the white that I have and it's not too bad and the look when cleaned is superb.

But which ever colour you go for, make sure you get the wheels adjusted to match, I think that really adds a nice touch..

Jagstar

RollinAgain

I think White looks the best but they are hard to keep clean. My second choice would be gold

I like the white that I have and it's not too bad and the look when cleaned is superb.

But which ever colour you go for, make sure you get the wheels adjusted to match, I think that really adds a nice touch..

What do you mean 'adjusted to match'?

My wheel arrived today.

It is the right one, 5.5 so happy days!

Previous owner had it powder coated white. Before it arrived i was trying to decide between anthracite and gold.

However I've had a test fit tonight to make sure all is okay, stood back and i think the white looks brilliant with the Italian red.

So i think i might just do the front wheel to match.

What do you guys think?

[image: post-30934-0-80692500-1423604637.jpg]

Looks great! What kind of hugger is that?

Looks freekin awesome, welcome to the 8ers

[image: post-24034-14236188409234.jpg]

looks good! I have a white 5 spoker on my RWB Anniversary, and it does look brilliant when its clean. And let me tell you, its a PITA to keep those white wheels clean.

Otaylor38

Jagstar

RollinAgain

I think White looks the best but they are hard to keep clean. My second choice would be gold

I like the white that I have and it's not too bad and the look when cleaned is superb.

But which ever colour you go for, make sure you get the wheels adjusted to match, I think that really adds a nice touch..

What do you mean 'adjusted to match'?

My wheel arrived today.

It is the right one, 5.5 so happy days!

Previous owner had it powder coated white. Before it arrived i was trying to decide between anthracite and gold.

However I've had a test fit tonight to make sure all is okay, stood back and i think the white looks brilliant with the Italian red.

So i think i might just do the front wheel to match.

What do you guys think?

That's what I did for my 5 Gen. Bought the wheel off of RollinAgain and decided it looked better in white than the black wheels. Gold was another thought, but the white really made the bike pop!

Cogswell

Looks great! What kind of hugger is that?

Cheers!

I honestly dont know mate. It was on the bike when i bought it.

Had a similar one on my sv650s and although that one was fitted when i bought it to, i think that was Pyramid plastics. So maybe this one is too, i dont know

Cheers for the feedback everyone!

The whites defo staying! Honestly thought it would look rubbish on the bike, right up until i did the test fit and stood back. Then there was a big 'oh. OH!' Haha.

Apparently theres hundreds of shades of whites so matching might be fun. Tried asking the previous owner but hes no idea.

Will take it to the powder coaters when i get chance and see what they say (:

duccmann

Looks freekin awesome, welcome to the 8ers

20150123_150115_Spence St.jpg

Yours looks brill! Quite like that tank bra thing!

Also rather jealous of the size of your garage! Haha

Otaylor, looks great....what kind of rear hugger is that and is it attached to the chain guard? Thanks

[image: 2014 11 02 12.36.40]

[image: post-2785-0-91247300-1423966838.jpg]

I like white too

Pink, or lightesh red

S100 and a good soft wheel brush. Also, take the time to put a few coats of a paint sealant or a high quality wax on them. This will help make it easier to clean them.

duccmann

Otaylor, looks great....what kind of rear hugger is that and is it attached to the chain guard? Thanks

duccmann

Otaylor, looks great....what kind of rear hugger is that and is it attached to the chain guard? Thanks

I dont know mate, it was on the bike when i got it.

Yeah its a chain guard too. I'll get you some more pics if you're interested?

In other news. I still havent fully decided on a colour. Not sure if white is too overpowering.

I like this colour....

[image: post-30934-0-43418000-1423996352.jpg]

So first ride of the year for me today.

Bit chilly at 3 degrees in places but thoroughly enjoyed it.

Anyway. I dont want white wheels, im pretty certain now.

Its gonna be too much to keep clean. I only covered 45 miles today and look at the picture below. It was immaculate when i set off.

Although i am a complete OCD clean freak when it comes to the bike and car, I feel white will be even too much for me as itll show the dirt so badly. I dont think itd ever look clean?

Another vote for the colour in my previous post i think!

[image: post-30934-0-22595200-1424034446.jpg]

3 degrees, are you crazy? Like the color.....sorry it was in the upper 70's here for my first real ride since Sept.

Probably saw 200+ bikes out today.

duccmann

3 degrees, are you crazy? Like the color.....sorry it was in the upper 70's here for my first real ride since Sept.

Probably saw 200+ bikes out today.

Sorry, if you were coming up this way, I would of heard about it. Left at 10:00 - got home by 1:00....definitely to short of a ride for you bud.....Kanan to Mulholland, Rock Store, Stunt road and home.I know your screwing with me anyhow, lots of short rides just to get back in the swing of things.

duccmann

Sorry, if you were coming up this way, I would of heard about it. Left at 10:00 - got home by 1:00....definitely to short of a ride for you bud.....Kanan to Mulholland, Rock Store, Stunt road and home.I know your screwing with me anyhow, lots of short rides just to get back in the swing of things.

All good brother, you know I'm ribbing you. Just glad you're able to ride again! Although pics would make this even more believable...

Next time bro, got a comment on the wheel. Funny out of all the the bikes out today, not one VFR

duccmann

Next time bro, got a comment on the wheel. Funny out of all the the bikes out today, not one VFR

http://www.vfrdiscussion.com/forum/index.php/topic/80289-any-interest-in-a-rear-hub-slider/#entry985614

duccmann

3 degrees, are you crazy? Like the color.....sorry it was in the upper 70's here for my first real ride since Sept.

Probably saw 200+ bikes out today.

I wouldnt say crazy.

I've not ridden it since last November/December. So i was getting edgy with withdrawal symptoms haha. It had been too long!

I know how ya feel man.....

Defo cant ride it now.

Its in the garage with no front wheel on!

I've asked the local bike shop to whip the tyres off and bearings out. He says thatll be done by tomorrow.

Got the powdercoater ready and waiting earlier

So fingers crossed, I'll have it done for weekend! I hope!

Awesome. ..how much to pc?

duccmann

Awesome. ..how much to pc?

£40 per wheel mate.

Then however much its gonna be for the tyres and bearings to be removed and reinstalled

Very cool, good luck.......

Cheers

I'll post some pics up when its done!

Want it done asap. Dont like having the bike with no wheel on it haha

Sorted

Happy with how it turned out.

The colour is sort of white where it catches the light. I like it.

What do we reckon? (:

[image: post-30934-0-56932600-1425145948.jpg]

[image: post-30934-0-26456600-1425145956.jpg]

Looks great! The color matched hugger looks good too.

HRCCBR

Does anyone have pictures of a '08 Sword Silver with color matched or otherwise 8 spoker? I just got one as well and not sure what direction I want to go.......

Should I have created my own thread for this?

Cogswell

HRCCBR

Does anyone have pictures of a '08 Sword Silver with color matched or otherwise 8 spoker? I just got one as well and not sure what direction I want to go.......

Should I have created my own thread for this?

Yep.

The rear is as-is from a 1992 model. Not an exact match but so close I didn't feel it necessary to spend the extra cash to re-do it.

[image: gallery_20057_6047_402657.jpg]

Got around to re-finishing the wheel this summer. The Honda color for the 1992 wheel is "Iron Nail Silver" NH-167D. I had it matched by ColorRite. It's very expensive - $34 for a rattle can - but wow did it come out nice. It dries very quickly - seems like much better quality paint than other brands I've used. The clear will orange peel quite a bit, but color sanding with 1500 sandpaper and some polishing makes it pop. Time will tell how it holds up - my guess is no worse than the OEM Honda paint.