[fredrik21]

Hi all!

The bike company offers choices of wheel upgrades at the time of placing an order -

So is it better to get the ones that come with the bike ( reviews claim them to be slow & boxy ) or select the upgrade at the time of placing the order?

Usually which approach is more economical?


Thanks.

 

[TrialsRider]

What make and model of motorcycle are we talking about here
that will give us a better idea what is being considered as an "upgrade"

 

[TrialsRider]

As a general rule, original manufacturer replacement parts are marked up about 300% more then your original purchase, so it is usually far more economical to purchase the more expensive bits up front and not at a later time.

 

[CaTacL1sm]

of course it depends.... is a better performing alternative available in the aftermarket at a better price? In the car world, generally yes. The motorcycle world, probably not.

 

[rich46]

Hi all!

The bike company offers choices of wheel upgrades at the time of placing an order -

So is it better to get the ones that come with the bike ( reviews claim them to be slow & boxy ) or select the upgrade at the time of placing the order?

Usually which approach is more economical?


Thanks.

Fredrik, Got say not much information that would let anyone give you a reasonable answer. Must agree that if what you are looking for is cheap then what comes on the motorbike OE is most often the best deal. Next I would think is an OE alternative (like Triumph offers wires and ally wheels) at least there you have some negotiating room.
The other thing to consider is what is guiding your choice. Price, then cheapest is best, then looks and that is just what you like. Performance, then I'd be looking for what is the lightest and to which you can fit the best tire that bike.

Cheers