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The Konig Dekagram 18x8.5 +45 Race Bronze Wheel (DK88514458) combines advanced Flow Formed construction, lightweight performance engineering, and aggressive motorsport-inspired styling. Featuring Konig's distinctive 10-spoke design and a premium Race Bronze finish, the Dekagram is an excellent choice for enthusiasts seeking a balance of performance, strength, and appearance.
Designed with an 18x8.5-inch wheel size, +45mm offset, and 5x114.3 bolt pattern, this configuration provides a versatile platform for compatible Honda, Acura, and other five-lug performance vehicles. Its 8.5-inch width accommodates a variety of appropriately sized performance tires, while the +45mm offset offers a relatively conservative mounting position compared with lower-offset configurations of the same width.
Manufactured using Konig's Flow Forming Technology, the Dekagram features a flow-formed aluminum barrel designed to improve material strength characteristics while reducing unnecessary weight. The result is a performance-oriented wheel that balances lightweight construction, durability, and everyday usability.
The Dekagram's distinctive 10-spoke layout features angular spoke contours and an open design that emphasizes its motorsport heritage. Its Race Bronze finish adds a warm metallic appearance that complements a wide variety of exterior colors while highlighting the wheel's aggressive styling.
Whether upgrading a daily-driven performance vehicle, installing wider performance tires, or completing a custom K-series Honda or Acura build, the Konig Dekagram DK88514458 delivers lightweight construction, distinctive styling, and performance-focused engineering.
Features
Konig Dekagram Series: Lightweight, motorsport-inspired wheel from Konig's Flow Formed collection.
18x8.5-Inch Wheel Size: Versatile configuration for compatible street and performance tire applications.
+45mm Offset: Positive offset designed for appropriately matched performance vehicles.
5x114.3 Bolt Pattern: Designed for compatible five-lug vehicles.
Race Bronze Finish: Distinctive bronze finish with motorsport-inspired styling.
10-Spoke Design: Open spoke arrangement with angular contours.
Flow Formed Construction: Advanced manufacturing process designed to improve barrel material properties while reducing unnecessary weight.
One-Piece Aluminum Alloy Design: Durable monoblock construction.
Lightweight Performance Engineering: Can reduce unsprung and rotational mass when replacing heavier factory wheels.
73.1mm Center Bore: Accommodates compatible hubs and appropriately sized hub-centric rings where required.
Performance Tire Compatibility: Supports a variety of appropriately selected performance tire sizes.
Open Spoke Layout: Provides visibility of the vehicle's brake components.
Conical-Seat Lug Compatibility: Designed for properly matched aftermarket lug hardware.
TPMS Compatibility: Supports compatible tire pressure monitoring sensors.
Individual Wheel: Sold individually.
Popular Performance Applications
The Konig Dekagram DK88514458 features a 5x114.3 bolt pattern and an 18x8.5 +45 configuration, making it a potential option for select Honda, Acura, and other five-lug performance vehicles.
Honda Performance Applications
Honda Civic Si: Select five-lug applications with verified brake, suspension, and fender clearance.
Honda Civic: Compatible five-lug configurations and performance-oriented builds.
Honda Accord: Select five-lug applications with appropriate tire sizing and clearance.
Honda Prelude: Custom five-lug performance builds with verified wheel and tire clearance.
Acura Performance Applications
Acura RSX Type-S: Potential street-performance applications with appropriate tire sizing and clearance.
Acura TSX: Select five-lug applications requiring vehicle-specific fitment verification.
Acura Integra: Compatible five-lug conversions and performance builds.
Acura TL: Select applications where wheel dimensions and load requirements are appropriate.
Additional Performance Applications
Select Subaru WRX and WRX STI models equipped with 5x114.3 hubs.
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution applications with verified brake clearance.
Select Nissan performance vehicles.
Select Toyota and Lexus five-lug applications.
Other vehicles equipped with a compatible 5x114.3 bolt pattern.
Popular Performance Builds
K-series swapped Honda and Acura vehicles.
Naturally aspirated performance builds.
Turbocharged street cars.
Autocross and track-day applications.
Performance tire upgrades.
Coilover and suspension upgrades.
Square wheel and tire configurations.
Motorsport-inspired street vehicles.
Custom suspension and alignment setups.
Important Fitment Note: These are potential applications, not confirmed direct-fit vehicle listings. Wheel compatibility depends on bolt pattern, hub dimensions, brake clearance, suspension geometry, fender clearance, tire size, and vehicle load requirements.
Additional Information
- Manufacturer: Konig Wheels
- Wheel Model: Dekagram
- Manufacturer Part Number: DK88514458
- Wheel Diameter: 18 inches
- Wheel Width: 8.5 inches
- Wheel Size: 18x8.5
- Bolt Pattern: 5x114.3mm (5x4.5 inches)
- Offset: +45mm
- Center Bore: 73.1mm
- Backspacing: Approximately 6.52 inches
- Wheel Finish: Race Bronze
- Wheel Color: Bronze
- Construction: Flow Formed Aluminum Alloy
- Wheel Construction Type: One-Piece / Monoblock
- Wheel Design: 10-Spoke
- Lug Seat: Conical Seat
- TPMS Compatibility: Yes, with appropriate sensors
- Quantity: One Wheel
Konig Flow Forming Technology
The Konig Dekagram utilizes advanced Flow Forming Technology, a manufacturing process designed to improve wheel strength characteristics while reducing unnecessary weight.
Flow forming begins with a cast aluminum wheel blank that is placed on specialized machinery. The wheel is rotated while forming rollers apply pressure to the barrel, stretching and compressing the aluminum into its final shape.
This process improves the mechanical properties of the wheel barrel while allowing efficient material distribution.
Flow forming provides several performance advantages:
Reduced wheel weight compared with many traditional cast wheel designs.
Improved barrel strength characteristics.
Increased tensile strength.
Enhanced material elongation properties.
Efficient material distribution.
Reduced unsprung mass when replacing heavier wheels.
Reduced rotational mass.
Lightweight construction suitable for performance-oriented applications.
Although flow forming shares certain characteristics with forging, the Dekagram is a Flow Formed wheel, not a fully forged wheel.
Lightweight 10-Spoke Design
The Dekagram features a distinctive 10-spoke design inspired by motorsport wheel construction.
Its angular spoke geometry creates an aggressive appearance while maintaining an open layout that provides visibility of the vehicle's brake components.
The spoke arrangement emphasizes the wheel's performance-oriented design and complements vehicles equipped with upgraded suspension, brakes, and tires.
Premium Race Bronze Finish
The DK88514458 features Konig's distinctive Race Bronze finish.
The bronze color provides a warm metallic appearance that complements a wide variety of vehicle exterior colors.
The finish emphasizes the Dekagram's angular spoke geometry and creates a distinctive motorsport-inspired appearance.
Race Bronze styling offers several advantages:
Distinctive bronze appearance.
Enhanced definition of the 10-spoke design.
Motorsport-inspired styling.
Versatile compatibility with different vehicle colors.
Premium aftermarket appearance.
A distinctive alternative to black, silver, or gray wheels.
Lightweight Flow Formed Construction
The Dekagram's Flow Formed aluminum alloy construction provides a practical balance of reduced wheel weight, strength, and durability.
Reducing wheel weight can provide performance benefits when replacing heavier factory wheels, including:
Reduced unsprung mass.
Reduced rotational mass.
Potential improvements in suspension responsiveness.
Potential improvements in steering response.
More responsive acceleration and braking characteristics compared with heavier wheel and tire combinations.
Actual performance differences depend on the weight and specifications of the original wheel and tire package.
18x8.5 +45 Wheel Fitment
The 18x8.5-inch configuration provides a versatile platform for appropriately sized street and performance tires.
The +45mm offset determines the wheel's mounting position relative to its centerline and affects both inner suspension clearance and outer fender clearance.
Compared with an otherwise identical +35mm offset wheel, the +45mm configuration positions the wheel approximately 10mm farther inward.
This may improve outer fender clearance while reducing inner suspension clearance.
Potential installation considerations include:
Factory or aftermarket suspension clearance.
Brake caliper and rotor clearance.
Tire width and sidewall selection.
Fender clearance.
Steering clearance.
Alignment and camber settings.
Hub-centric ring requirements.
Vehicle-specific tire diameter requirements.
73.1mm Center Bore
The Dekagram DK88514458 features a 73.1mm center bore.
Vehicles with smaller hub diameters may require appropriately sized hub-centric rings to help center the wheel during installation.
Hub-centric rings do not correct an incompatible bolt pattern, incorrect lug hardware, or insufficient brake clearance.
Performance Tire Compatibility
The 8.5-inch wheel width accommodates a range of performance-oriented tire sizes.
Common tire widths considered for 8.5-inch wheels include:
225mm performance tires.
235mm performance tires.
245mm performance tires.
255mm performance tires, where approved by the tire manufacturer.
The correct tire size depends on the tire manufacturer's approved rim-width range, vehicle suspension configuration, overall tire diameter requirements, and available clearance.
Conical-Seat Lug Hardware Compatibility
The Konig Dekagram requires compatible conical-seat lug hardware.
Properly matched lug nuts or bolts are essential for safe wheel installation.
Before mounting, verify the required lug seat profile, vehicle thread size, and necessary thread engagement.
Factory Honda and Acura ball-seat lug nuts generally should not be reused with aftermarket conical-seat wheels.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Compatibility
The Dekagram supports compatible tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) sensors.
Vehicles originally equipped with TPMS may require transferring compatible sensors from the factory wheels or installing replacement sensors.
Sensor compatibility and programming requirements vary by vehicle.
Wheel Load Rating
The Dekagram is designed for performance-oriented applications and carries a manufacturer-specified load rating.
Before installation, verify the current load rating for DK88514458 and ensure that it meets the vehicle's applicable axle load requirements.
Brake Clearance Considerations
The Dekagram features an open 10-spoke design developed with performance-oriented applications in mind.
Its spoke arrangement may accommodate various factory and aftermarket brake systems.
However, compatibility depends on the specific brake system, rotor dimensions, wheel barrel profile, and spoke clearance.
Always verify brake clearance using an appropriate manufacturer-approved brake template before purchasing.
Race Bronze Finish Care
The Race Bronze finish should be maintained using cleaning products suitable for painted aluminum wheels.
Avoid harsh acidic cleaners, abrasive polishing compounds, and aggressive brushes that may damage the finish.
Regular cleaning helps remove brake dust, road grime, and other contaminants while preserving the wheel's appearance.
Common Reasons for Replacement
Factory Wheel Upgrade: Replaces original wheels with a performance-oriented aftermarket design.
Performance Tire Upgrade: Supports appropriately sized performance tires on an 8.5-inch-wide wheel.
Lightweight Construction: Flow Formed construction may reduce unsprung and rotational mass compared with heavier wheels.
Appearance Enhancement: Adds distinctive 10-spoke styling with a premium Race Bronze finish.
Damaged Wheel Replacement: Replaces an existing matching Konig Dekagram wheel.
Custom Honda and Acura Builds: Complements performance-oriented K-series and custom five-lug vehicles.
Suspension Upgrades: Pairs with properly configured coilover and suspension setups.
Track-Oriented Builds: Provides a platform for compatible performance tires.
Motorsport-Inspired Styling: Offers a distinctive wheel design influenced by performance applications.
Individual Wheel Replacement: Allows replacement of one damaged wheel without purchasing an entire set.
Installation Notes
Verify Bolt Pattern: Confirm that the vehicle uses a 5x114.3 bolt pattern.
Check Wheel Dimensions: Ensure the 18x8.5 +45 configuration is appropriate for the vehicle.
Confirm Center Bore Compatibility: Determine whether hub-centric rings are required.
Verify Brake Clearance: Confirm that the 18-inch wheel diameter and barrel profile clear the vehicle's brake calipers and rotors.
Inspect Suspension Clearance: Ensure sufficient clearance around struts, coilovers, control arms, and related components.
Check Fender Clearance: Verify that the wheel and tire combination will not contact the fenders during steering or suspension compression.
Select Compatible Tires: Use tire sizes approved for an 8.5-inch-wide wheel and appropriate for the vehicle.
Use Proper Lug Hardware: Install compatible conical-seat lug nuts or bolts with the correct thread specifications.
Inspect Hub Mounting Surfaces: Clean corrosion and debris from the wheel mounting surfaces.
Install Hub-Centric Rings if Required: Use appropriately sized rings when the wheel center bore is larger than the vehicle's hub.
Install TPMS Sensors: Use compatible tire pressure monitoring sensors where required.
Mount and Balance Tires: Have tires professionally installed and balanced.
Torque Lug Hardware: Follow the vehicle manufacturer's specified tightening sequence and torque requirements.
Install the Center Cap: Secure the matching Konig center cap according to the manufacturer's instructions, if supplied.
Verify Final Fitment: Check wheel and tire clearance throughout the required suspension and steering travel.
Recheck Lug Torque: Follow applicable wheel and vehicle manufacturer recommendations after initial driving.
Maintain the Finish: Clean using wheel-safe products suitable for painted aluminum wheels.
Important: Additional components such as hub-centric rings, aftermarket lug nuts, extended wheel studs, or spacers may be required depending on the vehicle.
What's Included
(1) Konig Dekagram 18x8.5 +45 5x114.3 Race Bronze Flow Formed Wheel – DK88514458
Note: Wheels are sold individually. Tires, lug nuts, valve stems, TPMS sensors, hub-centric rings, and installation hardware are not included. Confirm center cap inclusion with the supplier.
Upgrade your vehicle with the Konig Dekagram 18x8.5 +45 Race Bronze Wheel (DK88514458).
Combining advanced Flow Forming Technology, lightweight 10-spoke construction, and a premium Race Bronze finish, the Dekagram delivers aggressive motorsport-inspired styling with performance-oriented engineering.
Featuring an 18x8.5-inch configuration, +45mm offset, and 5x114.3 bolt pattern, Konig DK88514458 is an excellent choice for enthusiasts seeking a distinctive performance wheel for compatible Honda, Acura, and other five-lug vehicles.
| Part Number: | DK88514458 |
| Brand: | Konig |
| Color: | Bronze |
| Wheel Diameter: | 18 inch |
| Wheel Offset: | +45mm |
| Bolt Pattern: | 5 x 114.3 |
| Width: | 8.5 inch |
| Wheel/Hub Bore: | 73.1 |
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