5 Best SXS Wheel Upgrades
Picking the best SXS wheels can seem a bit daunting.
Swapping out the wheels on your SXS is an easy upgrade and something many of us do. In fact, it happens to be one of the first things people do with a new ride, often before it even leaves the dealership. There are many different wheels on the market, so we wanted to put a list of our top 5 SXS wheel upgrades.
The first thing you think of when you see a SXS with a sweet set of rims is that it looks cool. That’s very much true. Changing out the wheels lets you add a bit of personal style to your machine and the right set can show a bit of attitude, or a bit of class. That’s the cool thing – you decide.
There are also performance benefits to doing a wheel swap. If your ride has steel wheels, there is a bit of weight savings to be squeaked out. Plus, aluminum wheels tend to be somewhat stronger than steels wheels. Running beadlock wheels not only offers up a tough look, but they also have a serious performance side as they help keep the tire on the rim.
Whether you’re looking for a style change, or looking to upgrade to something lighter, changing your wheels can help achieve both. Here are the best SXS wheels you can add to your machine.
1. Editor's Choice: STI HD7 Radiant
$128.34
STI Tire & Wheel does a couple of things that really set it apart from other manufacturers. It makes outstanding products from a quality and durability standpoint. And, it makes some of the most colorful wheels you can find, making them a great choice for the SXS driver looking to customize his or her ride with something that looks as good as it performs. The HD7 14x7 wheels come in radiant red, blue and orange, as well as black and polished finishes.
2. Best High Performance Beadlock Wheel: Method Race Wheels 405
$271.65 — $299.00
For all out high performance, it’s awfully hard to beat Method’s 405 Beadlock wheel. Designed more for high powered Sport SXSs than Utility-focused machines, the 405 beadlock is 15 inches in diameter, which gives you the option of moving up to some larger tires. Not only does this mean better traction in the slop, but it also increases ground clearance. These wheels also come with a black forged beadlock ring and Grade 8 hardware that is rated for 1600 pounds of load. You can get these wheels in bronze (pictured) or matte black. We prefer the bronze.
3. Sedona Spyder
$97.95 — $134.95
The Sedona Spyder wheels are a great option for someone looking to add a custom black-wheel flair to their SXS while saving a little bit of green. These wheels run for less than $100 each and can change the look of your ride into something with a little more attitude.
4. KMC XS128 Machete
$120.00 — $150.00
The KMC Machete is cutting-edge cool and a sweet way to customize your ride. These 14" cast-aluminum SXS wheels are extremely durable and boast a lifetime structural defect warranty. They have an astounding 1,250-pound load rating, so whatever you can dish, they can take.
5. Best Beadlock Wheel: ITP SD Series Black Ops
$230.88
ITP is one of the biggest names in SXS tires and wheels. It should be – ITP has been at it for a long time and has been making some of the best products on the market. The Black Ops comes from the Severe Duty line which means it carries a two-year warranty against structural defect. It also means that it’s a tough wheel. The wheel has ITP’s Rock Armor wheel lip and an out beadlock. These lightweight wheels are designed to handle the rigors of racing and extreme trail use. They also look pretty sweet.
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