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GALE SPEED

18 Jun 2021

Forged Aluminum Wheel [TYPE-R] Front

Fits: YAMAHA WR250F

Japanese Webike user

5/5

High texture and no tedious fine tuning

Although it is not listed in the compatibility, it was able to be installed on 2009 WR250F without any processing.

OEM products are available for both discBolt and Brake systems.
I am using a Breaking 320? and a 4 pot Caliper, but there is no interference with the Spoke etc.
Caliper's Center is tweaked a few millimeters with Washer.
Removing and installing the Caliper is still a bit of a challenge due to the narrow space.
Normal meter gear can also be used.

Because a collar is Type which is press-fitted, and it does not fall when removing and installing Wheel, it is very easy and is saved.
The color accuracy of the wheel is excellent, and the centering and offset of the wheel seems to be all adjusted.
When I insert the Axle Shaft, I can feel a slight difference in severity than when I remove the Normal wheel, so I think the accuracy is high.
On the other hand, it is difficult to maintain the wheel bearing because the collar is press-fitted and cannot be removed easily.
However, I use it for a few years including the driving in the rain, but I think that the durability of Bearing is as good as it can be because there is no sticking of Wheel bearing so far.

The Wheel surface is highly textured and smooth looking.
Therefore, even if brake dust or oil adheres to the surface, it is easy to clean by blowing up with chemicaletc.
There is no need to worry about the common problem of dirt accumulating in the gaps between the pearl coating and making it difficult to clean.
The shape of the Wheel is not that messy, so I think the shape also plays a role in the ease of cleaning.

I haven't done any severe high speed crashes, jumps, or off-road driving, but so far no deformation of the Wheel rim or anything else has occurred.
TireValve will be replaced soon as the iron Washer is looking a little rusty. There is no air leak.
Rubber packing will deteriorate with age.

The weight seems to be almost the same etc. though it becomes the comparison with the wheel which processed Tubeless with Normal hub and EXCELAluminum rims.
However, the Spoke wheel is relatively more nimble while driving.
Even though the total weight is the same, the weight of the rim part is heavier than the aluminum rims, so the GYRO effect is stronger.
The difference between the Rear and Front is relatively easy to understand.
However, if you think that GALE SPEED wheels are too light to run, of course they are not. They are lighter than most casting wheels on the market.
If you have a Spoke wheel with a tube, the feeling of lightness may be reversed.

The quality of the appearance is high, and you will be free from the hassle of changing tubes and the risk of air leaks. View detail

GALE SPEED

18 Jun 2021

Forged Aluminum Wheel [TYPE-R] Rear

Fits: YAMAHA WR250F

Japanese Webike user

5/5

Note that Sprocket is a Gail exclusive.

I was able to install it on my 2009 WR250F, although it is not listed in the compatibility.

Brake uses the OEM Product as is for both disc and Bolt.
Sprocket needs to be for GALESPEED with Bolt.
Although it is a little troublesome to get a special product, Sprocket is fixed only by Bolt, not by Bolt-Nut method of OEM, so it is easy to replace Sprocket.

I'm running 150Size Tire and so far I haven't had any interference between Tire and Chain, regardless of Tire maker, Chain Seal or Non-Seal.
Chain line is also beautiful.
The color accuracy of the wheel is excellent, and the centering and offset of the wheel seems to be all adjusted.

The collar is press-fit and does not fall off, which makes it easy and helpful when removing and installing the Wheel.
On the other hand, it is not easy to remove the collar because it is press-fit, so it is difficult to maintain the wheel bearing.
The bearings are also relatively easy to find.

WheelI think the overall quality of the Wheel is high.
Even if it is for dress-up purposes, it is a satisfactory finish.
The smooth surface is good for easy blowing up even if brake dust or chain oil adheres to it.
The dirt that accumulates in the gaps between the textured paintwork, which is common with Wheel, does not come off easily.
The Wheel itself is built with many flat surfaces, so I think its shape also contributes to its ease of cleaning.

I haven't done any high speed crashes, large jumps, or Dirt riding, but so far the Rim hasn't deformed or the hub hasn't cracked.

I compared OEM hubs and Aluminum rims with Tubeless Wheels and the actual weight was almost the same etc.
However, while driving, the Spoke wheel feels comparatively lighter.
I think this is because the weight of Rim and Spoke is heavier than Aluminum rims, even though the weight of the whole wheel is the same, so the GYRO effect is stronger.
As far as hubs go, I think the forged GALE SPEED is lighter than the OEM cast ones.
However, it is easy to understand the difference in the Front, which is directly connected to Handling, but I don't feel much difference in the Rear at my Level as an amateur.

Of course, it is light enough to be lighter than the casting wheel on the market, so you can run lightly.
If you have a Spoke wheel with a tube, the feeling of lightness may be reversed.
Heavy tube would definitely turn it around.

The Spoke wheel will be free from the hassle of replacing the tubes and the risk of air leakage from the Tube Eliminate Kit.

The only thing is that the Sprocket is only for GALESPEED products, so it may be a demerit for those who are particular about other manufacturers or those who use the OEMSprocket for setting.

Can I recommend this product to my friends and acquaintances? ⇒ YES! View detail

GALE SPEED

23 Mar 2021

Cush Drive Damper

Fits: その他

Japanese Webike user

5/5

Check Hub damper once in a while!

I have been using GALE SPEED Wheels for 3 years now.
It was not enough to feel the decrease of Hub damper, but I decided to change Hub damper because it was Timing to do the inspection and maintenance.
I usually leave the tire replacement to the shop, and since I did not remove the hub Sprocket, I almost did not check it until now, but I was surprised when I removed it, and the gold part inserted inside the Damper rubber became RustRust...
To be honest, I didn't expect such a place to be Rust, so Shock is huge.
However, because the thing which is Rust cannot be helped, first of all, remove the Hub damper which was attached to it.
Although I didn't see many downs on the damper itself, it was hardened quite a bit and I had no choice but to remove it by driving a slotted screwdriver into the gap with a plastic hammer and forcing it to float.
Rust was deposited on the hub side, so I removed the rust by using a punch and wiped up with a cloth. Finally, it was washed with Parts cleaner.
I decided to apply grease to the genus Gold part to prevent the same thing from happening again. Because it is a part where a considerably high pressure is applied, Molybdenum grease is applied lightly and lightly.
Apply a thin layer to the hub side where it comes in contact with the Hub damperGold genus.

I checked if there was any looseness of the Hub damper by hand after the last assembly, and after a light test ride the other day, I checked that there was no problem with Rose again and finished the exchange.

This time, thanks to the fact that I didn't notice the rust for long enough for it to accumulate, I had to spend a lot of time removing the rust.
In the future I will have them check it every time I change my Tire. View detail

Forged Aluminum Wheel [TYPE-E] Rear Glass Coating

GALE SPEED

17 Mar 2021

Forged Aluminum Wheel [TYPE-E] Rear Glass Coating

Fits: KAWASAKI Z900, KAWASAKI Z900 SE, KAWASAKI Z900RS CAFE, KAWASAKI Z900RS

dragonet

5/5

GALASPEED wheels are really beautiful

The original Z900 wheels are so heavy, I have always wanted to change them before, but seeing that the price is so expensive, I can only suppress the urge to buy. However, the original wheels were scrapped due to the crash, so I bought the forged wheels. I immediately placed an order from webike for the glass-coated wheels that I liked for a long time! I originally wanted to buy GP1S, but the order has been cancelled all the time. ------------------ The original Z900 wheels were so heavy, I had always wanted to replace them but when I saw how expensive they were, I had to resist the urge to buy them. However, after the crash that caused the original wheels to be scrapped, it gave me the opportunity to buy forged wheels, so I ordered the glass-coated wheels I've liked for a long time from webike! I was going to buy the GP1S, but my order had been canceled many times, it let me annoyed then I bought one model random. Powered by Google Translator View detail

GALE SPEED

07 Dec 2020

Forged Aluminum Wheel [TYPE-GP1S] Front

Fits: KAWASAKI Z1000, KAWASAKI ZRX1200 DAEG

Japanese Webike user

4/5

White looks great on blue!

[How is it used?
Installed on ZrX1200DAEG. Now I'm using it for city riding and Touring Main.

Was the one you received as per Image?
To be honest, I didn't expect the quality of the paintwork to be very good, because Spoke has a complicated shape and has an inset, but in a good way, I was disappointed. I'm happy with the perfect finish, no unevenness in color, no shading, no yuzu skin, etc.
You will be surprised at the weight of it when you take it in your hands. It is not Tire, so it is not surprising that the weight is light compared with OEM.

Was the installation difficult?
There was a reassembly replacement of the Tire so I left the installation to the Shop.

How was your experience with it?
In my personal opinion, I could feel a clear difference. The push-pull is lighter and the steering is lighter, or rather the front end feels sharper. At the time of the exchange, I was awkward because it was too different from the conventional leaning timings.
The lighter wheel mass may have weakened the GYRO effect and made it easier to lean.

I knew when I chose the white color that I would have to clean it more often, but the dirt on the brake dust is much quicker than I expected. In the touring of consecutive nights, it is almost a color of the:It's so noticeable that it looks gray. LOL!

[Included Parts:were they on?
Instruction Manual and Warranty.

[Was there anything that disappointed you?
None in particular

Other items that would be helpful
Since the standard Air Valve direction is vertical, it's easier to get air into the car if you add a horizontal option.
The Aluminum Wheel is an expensive product, so I hope that they will adopt the horizontal Valve as standard. View detail

GALE SPEED

24 Oct 2020

[TYPE-SB1 Front]Aluminum forged wheel

Fits: HONDA CBR1000RR-R, HONDA CBR1000RR-R SP

Japanese Webike user

5/5

If you're considering it, you're buying it!

First of all, the response speed to New Model was fast.
Currently, the CBR1000RR-R's lightweight wheels are limited.
Probably GALE SPEED or Advantage.
And since the Advan is a MagnesiumWheel, if it's aluminum, Gail is your choice.
Marchesini seems to be later next year, but I think they said they were developing it for the SC82, so I'm not sure when that will be, although I can expect it.
There are several other manufacturers, but all of them will probably be available after next year.
The reason why I chose the GALE SPEED this time is because it is lighter than Mag, which is the claim of SB-1Wheel.
I can honestly say that I like the Marquet M7RS in Design, and if I had, I would have been quite torn with this one.
However, I am a lightweight Freak and light is the best thing about me.
Even now, we are proud to say that we have made the RR-R one of the top lightweight street-use vehicles in the world.
And this SB-1Wheel didn't disappoint!
Amateur lightweight, but 700? lighter before and after compared to the MarchesiniM7RS for SC77.
With the front and rear swapping, the push and pull feels much lighter.
I'm sure there are individual and individual differences in this area, but in a sense it's a natural result because the rotating parts are lighter.
Also, the fact that it is domestically produced gives you peace of mind after the follow-up.
This is a significant difference from other manufacturers.
Moreover, if you choose Large, they will replace the hubs for you even if you change the type of car (although you will have to pay for it).
Considering that the price is also 20% less than Gail's, it's the best of all worlds.
The design is also much cooler in person than in photos.
The only request is Air Valve.
Valve itself has a good reputation, but what comes with it is a Type I Valve.
The Normal wheel itself uses the L-Type, and I'd like to see the same on it.
You won't be able to fill it with most STANDS in Type I.
If the goal is to get you to buy it, I think you should include the L in the beginning because the difference is known.
One disappointment is that there are not many color choices regarding the SB-1Wheel.
I wanted them to be able to choose their preferred color, like the other Grades.
Other than that, you'll be happy enough. View detail

GALE SPEED

12 Oct 2020

Forged Aluminum Wheel [TYPE-GP1S] Rear

Fits: YAMAHA YZF-R7, YAMAHA TRACER900, YAMAHA MT-09, YAMAHA MT-07

Japanese Webike user

5/5

I have no complaints about the product, but I'm not happy with We-Big's response

The product is as good as it gets, GALE SPEED!
It's well-made and you can drink beer while looking at the Wheel.
I haven't installed and used it yet, so I can't say for sure.
On my previous ZEPHYR750, the Type R changed dramatically.
I did. It's already light at the point of handling!
It feels like it's gone from 750 to 400cc, and the tight Corner is slushy!
Maybe I should go to a nearby Mini circuit? And then he pushes me back.
The Magic Wheel.
If the Type R is so great, what's going to happen to the even lighter GP1S?
I was waiting for the front wheel that I had asked for at the same time with great anticipation.
But after waiting two months, the front wheel has not come.
Of course, it's an outside wheel, so be prepared for it to take some time.
It was.
I finally got an email from We-Big, and I thought I had purchased the GALE SPEED earlier.
Exclusive Sprocket says Size is wrong.
It's true that I asked for a 525 Size, but it's a 520 Sprocket (marked on the box as being for 525 Size)
was. This is totally the fault of Sprocket's Manufacturer!
In the course of the exchange, what about the front wheel you asked for?
I inquired about it. Your order has been canceled due to an undeliverable quantity.
I was able to answer quickly and easily.
But I haven't received that kind of communication, not even an email.
Isn't that the responsibility of selling a product, or is this the norm on the Internet?
I didn't realize that I had been shopping at a place where I couldn't even explain that to customers ……
I've been waiting for two months to look forward to the arrival of the product, and I'm just Idiot. It was
I will never shop at We-Big again. View detail

GALE SPEED

08 Sep 2020

Forged Aluminum Wheel [TYPE-E] Rear Glass Coating

Fits: KAWASAKI Z900, KAWASAKI Z900 SE, KAWASAKI Z900RS CAFE, KAWASAKI Z900RS

Japanese Webike user

5/5

Z900RS Rear Comfortable to ride, easy to clean, good color

I installed TYPE-E in Z900RS Cafe.
Rear is widened to 5.5J & rarr;6.0J from OEM
Therefore, Tire has also been changed to 180→190.

The wheel has been glass coated so the surface is smooth and shiny.
Gun meta wheels matched to the body color are not flashy, but I felt it was unified and cohesive.

I compared it with the OEM Rear wheel and felt lighter than the Front.
Like Front, Brake rotor (Works eXi-Spando) and ABSPlate from OEM were ported to the wheels.
Sprocket has 42 XAM's (same number of hinges as the OEM)
Incidentally, the Z900RS can be used by OEMs for Sprocket.

After the replacement, I felt that the handling of the body was Whoa. Feel a little lighter?
After running around for a bit, I felt Lighter! Fluttering and bending. The suspension is moving well. It's a nice ride!
The effect of the 20% increase in air volume that the Manufacturer says will be felt as soon as you start riding.
Also, perhaps it is the effect of replacing the Wheel, I feel that Axel's doneness has faded.
AxelControl and UTurn in Corner are now easier to use.

The mounting accuracy on the Swing Arm is good and its bearing is also Smooth.
Collar pressed into the Wheel? The collar does not fall off because it has been made, making it easier to put on and take off.
If you've ever taken the Wheel off and on by yourself, you'll know what I mean (lol).

After all, Aluminum forging is good.
It is also sold by other manufacturers, but I think the TYPE-E is the best cosmetic available. View detail