Bent rim! - SV650.org

phil24_7 · 27-10-07, 03:08 AM

Managed to hit a big lump of wood at a not inconciderable speed the other day and I've managed to dent my rim.

It doesn't look too bad (bout 3" long, worst bit pushed in about 1-1.5cm).

Just wanted to know if this was repairable or if it's not a good idea to repair a rim. If it is repairable, how would I go about fixing it or where woud I take it??

Regards

27-10-07, 06:54 AM

It is possible for wheel rims to be repaired. Do a google search, there are hundreds of places that can do it.

It obviously depends if it is just the rim of the wheel that is damaged and by how much. The experts should let you know when you call.

RingDing · 27-10-07, 08:13 AM

I've used these guys before:
http://www.motoliner.com/alloy_wheel_repair.htm
Quite speedy turn around.

One of the wheels I've had done by them had similar damage to what you're describing.

HTH.

27-10-07, 09:25 AM

i was just going to say motoliner

if you can stand the postage too and from there premises they are about the best place.

phil24_7 · 27-10-07, 12:38 PM

Cheers guys I will look into it!

Regards
Phil

27-10-07, 01:38 PM

i wouldn't repair it the wheel is weakened bending it back wont improve it any just make it weaker
how much is your life worth

phil24_7 · 27-10-07, 01:44 PM

Bout 50p!

TSM · 27-10-07, 01:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Davie

i wouldn't repair it the wheel is weakened bending it back wont improve it any just make it weaker
how much is your life worth

If this was the case i think that places that straighten wheels would be sued left right center. Everyone does it.

27-10-07, 02:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TSM

If this was the case i think that places that straighten wheels would be sued left right center. Everyone does it.

don't mean its a good thing

personally i would not do it

27-10-07, 02:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by phil24_7

Bout 50p!

27-10-07, 03:08 AM	#1
phil24_7 Member Mega Poster Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Plymouth, England Posts: 3,787	Bent rim! Managed to hit a big lump of wood at a not inconciderable speed the other day and I've managed to dent my rim. It doesn't look too bad (bout 3" long, worst bit pushed in about 1-1.5cm). Just wanted to know if this was repairable or if it's not a good idea to repair a rim. If it is repairable, how would I go about fixing it or where woud I take it?? Regards __________________ Phil I'm not here for a long time, I'm here for a good time! Blue SV650 K3, GSX-R K5 front end, TL1000S clip-ons, lower fairings, seat cowl, gel seat, Pyramid undertray, R&G crash bungs, stainless steel bar ends, full titanium Akrapovic exhaust, Power Commander, clear rear light, flush mount front indys, mini rear indys, Autocom 300 duo intercom, Acumen cat 1 alarm and Micheline Pilot Power 2ct's.

27-10-07, 06:54 AM	#2
Stig Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Bent rim! It is possible for wheel rims to be repaired. Do a google search, there are hundreds of places that can do it. It obviously depends if it is just the rim of the wheel that is damaged and by how much. The experts should let you know when you call.

27-10-07, 08:13 AM	#3
RingDing Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Bristol Posts: 416	Re: Bent rim! I've used these guys before: http://www.motoliner.com/alloy_wheel_repair.htm Quite speedy turn around. One of the wheels I've had done by them had similar damage to what you're describing. HTH. __________________ http://ridingalongwayslowly.blogspot.co.uk/ 3x Honda C110 - phut-phut-phut KTM Duke 690 - brum-braaaaaaa!!!!! BSA C25 - brum-braa-braa RD350LC Ring-ding-phut-clatter-££££££ Last edited by RingDing; 27-10-07 at 08:14 AM. Reason: Correcting one handed typing mistakes!

27-10-07, 09:25 AM	#4
kwak zzr Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Bent rim! i was just going to say motoliner if you can stand the postage too and from there premises they are about the best place.

27-10-07, 12:38 PM	#5
phil24_7 Member Mega Poster Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Plymouth, England Posts: 3,787	Re: Bent rim! Cheers guys I will look into it! Regards Phil __________________ Phil I'm not here for a long time, I'm here for a good time! Blue SV650 K3, GSX-R K5 front end, TL1000S clip-ons, lower fairings, seat cowl, gel seat, Pyramid undertray, R&G crash bungs, stainless steel bar ends, full titanium Akrapovic exhaust, Power Commander, clear rear light, flush mount front indys, mini rear indys, Autocom 300 duo intercom, Acumen cat 1 alarm and Micheline Pilot Power 2ct's.

27-10-07, 01:38 PM	#6
Davie Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Bent rim! i wouldn't repair it the wheel is weakened bending it back wont improve it any just make it weaker how much is your life worth

27-10-07, 01:44 PM	#7
phil24_7 Member Mega Poster Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Plymouth, England Posts: 3,787	Re: Bent rim! Bout 50p! __________________ Phil I'm not here for a long time, I'm here for a good time! Blue SV650 K3, GSX-R K5 front end, TL1000S clip-ons, lower fairings, seat cowl, gel seat, Pyramid undertray, R&G crash bungs, stainless steel bar ends, full titanium Akrapovic exhaust, Power Commander, clear rear light, flush mount front indys, mini rear indys, Autocom 300 duo intercom, Acumen cat 1 alarm and Micheline Pilot Power 2ct's.

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