Restore your classic BSA 500 or BSA 650 motorcycle to concours condition with this premium triple chrome plated 19-inch front wheel rim manufactured by Devon Rim Company in the United Kingdom. This authentic British-made replacement rim delivers show-quality mirror finish and precise OEM fitment for BSA motorcycles equipped with 8-inch single-sided half width front hubs.
Product Specifications
- Size: WM2 (1.85″) x 19 inches diameter
- Application: Front wheel – 8″ single sided half width hub
- Finish: Triple chrome plated for maximum durability and mirror shine
- Manufacturer: Devon Rim Company Valtru range
- Origin: 100% Made in England
- Part Numbers: 68-5556, 67-5543
- Fitment: BSA 500cc and 650cc twin cylinder models with compatible hub configuration
- Construction: Precision-formed steel with traditional Dunlop-style rolled safety edges
Premium British Manufacturing Quality
Devon Rim Company has manufactured authentic motorcycle wheel rims in England for over 30 years, supplying the classic British motorcycle restoration market worldwide with precision-engineered components that meet or exceed original equipment specifications. This Valtru series rim features exact spoke hole spacing, proper offset dimensions, and rolled safety edges for professional wheel building results.
Triple Chrome Plating Process
The superior triple chrome plating consists of three distinct metallurgical layers – copper base coat for adhesion, nickel middle layer for corrosion protection, and brilliant chrome top finish for the deep, lustrous shine expected on premium British motorcycle restorations. This professional-grade multi-layer finish provides exceptional durability and corrosion resistance far exceeding standard single-layer chrome plating, ensuring your investment maintains its show-quality appearance for years.
BSA 500 650 Twin Fitment
Designed specifically for BSA 500cc and 650cc parallel twin motorcycles equipped with 8-inch diameter single-sided half width front hubs. The WM2 width (1.85 inches) accepts period-correct vintage tire sizes including 3.25-19 and 3.50-19 front tires commonly fitted to BSA A50, A65, A50 Royal Star, A65 Lightning, A65 Thunderbolt, and related twin cylinder models produced during the 1960s. Always verify your existing hub measurements and spoke hole count before ordering to ensure proper fitment.
Why Choose Devon Valtru Rims
- Authentic British OEM-specification manufacturing to original BSA dimensions
- Precision CNC-drilled spoke holes ensure proper spoke angle and wheel strength
- Traditional rolled safety edges prevent tire bead damage during mounting
- Compatible with stainless steel, zinc-plated, or chrome spokes
- Trusted by professional motorcycle restoration shops and vintage racing teams worldwide
- Exact replacement for worn or damaged original equipment rims
Technical Details for Wheel Builders
This rim features 40 spoke holes precision-drilled at correct angles for proper spoke alignment with 8-inch single-sided half width front hubs. The WM2 profile provides optimal support for vintage tire beads and maintains proper tire shape under load. Rim depth and wall thickness meet British Standard specifications for safe braking loads on classic motorcycles.
Part Numbers: 68-5556 / 67-5543 | Made in England
Perfect for complete concours restorations, custom cafe racer builds, or replacing damaged original equipment rims on your classic BSA twin cylinder motorcycle. Professional wheel building services recommended for safety-critical wheel assembly. Ships worldwide with protective packaging.
This is a rim only – spokes, nipples, hub, and tire sold separately. Professional wheel lacing and truing required.
Please note: Due to varying bans on the use of hexavalent chrome in the chroming process, this item will have varying appearance different than OEM standards. Chromers are frequently using trivalent in their processes. “It’s just not the same color. Hexavalent has that clear blue sheen, but trivalent is more grayish and smoky. Trivalent will not replace the look of hexavalent.”
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A note about lacing rims: Your new rim may not lace up in the same pattern of your existing rim.
For example, the Triumph disc rear from the factory used a couple of different dimple patterns of their rims, some used a 3 x 1 pattern and some used a 1×1 cross through pattern
Start with just your inner spokes, remembering that all spokes on the left-hand side of the hub go to the right-hand dimples and vice versa. When all the inners look like they are going the right direction, you can move onto his longer and shorter outer spokes depending on his offset.
The product images shown are for illustrative purposes only and may not be an exact representation of the product received. Manufacturers occasionally make minor cosmetic changes to items, such as color, finish, label, or design. These changes do not impact the item’s function or compatibility. Please contact us if you have specific concerns regarding appearance.
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