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The Konig Hypergram 18x8.5 +45 Metallic Carbon with Machined Lip Wheel (HG88514456) combines lightweight Flow Formed construction, aggressive motorsport-inspired styling, and a distinctive two-tone finish. Featuring Konig's signature 12-spoke design, the Hypergram delivers an excellent balance of performance-oriented engineering, durability, and modern aftermarket appearance.
Designed with an 18x8.5-inch wheel size, +45mm offset, and 5x114.3 bolt pattern, this configuration offers a versatile wheel upgrade for compatible Honda, Acura, and other five-lug performance vehicles. Its 8.5-inch width supports a variety of appropriately sized street and performance tires, while the +45mm offset provides a more inward wheel position than lower-offset configurations of the same width.
Manufactured using Konig's Flow Forming Technology, the Hypergram features a flow-formed aluminum barrel designed to improve material strength characteristics while reducing unnecessary weight compared with many conventional cast wheels. This manufacturing process makes the Hypergram an attractive option for enthusiasts seeking lightweight wheels without the cost associated with fully forged alternatives.
The wheel's Metallic Carbon with Machined Lip finish combines a dark metallic wheel face with a contrasting machined outer lip. This two-tone appearance emphasizes the Hypergram's angular 12-spoke design while adding visual depth and a premium finish.
Whether upgrading a daily-driven performance vehicle, installing a wider tire package, or completing a custom K-series Honda or Acura build, the Konig Hypergram HG88514456 offers lightweight construction, distinctive styling, and performance-focused engineering.
Features
Konig Hypergram Series: Lightweight performance 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 that positions the wheel farther inward than lower-offset wheels of the same width.
5x114.3 Bolt Pattern: Designed for compatible five-lug vehicles.
Metallic Carbon with Machined Lip Finish: Dark metallic wheel face complemented by a contrasting machined outer lip.
12-Spoke Design: Aggressive, open spoke arrangement with angular motorsport-inspired styling.
Flow Formed Construction: Advanced manufacturing process designed to improve barrel material properties while reducing weight.
One-Piece Aluminum Alloy Design: Durable monoblock wheel construction.
Lightweight Performance Design: Helps reduce unsprung and rotational mass when replacing heavier wheels.
73.1mm Center Bore: Accommodates compatible hubs and properly sized hub-centric rings where required.
Machined Outer Lip: Adds contrast and emphasizes the wheel's diameter and spoke design.
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.
Matching Center Cap: Completes the wheel's appearance.
Individual Wheel: Sold individually.
Popular Performance Applications
The Konig Hypergram HG88514456 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 appropriate tire sizing, brake clearance, and suspension clearance.
Honda Civic: Custom five-lug conversions and performance-oriented builds.
Honda Accord: Select compatible five-lug configurations.
Honda Prelude: Select five-lug applications with verified brake, suspension, and fender clearance.
Acura Performance Applications
Acura RSX Type-S: Potential performance applications with properly selected tires and verified clearance.
Acura TSX: Select compatible five-lug applications.
Acura Integra: Custom five-lug applications 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 builds.
Lightweight aftermarket wheel upgrades.
Performance tire configurations.
Coilover and suspension upgrades.
Square wheel and tire setups.
Motorsport-inspired street vehicles.
Individual replacement wheel applications.
Important Fitment Note: These are potential applications based on wheel specifications, not confirmed direct-fit vehicles.
The 18x8.5 +45 configuration may require carefully selected tire sizes or suspension adjustments depending on the vehicle.
The higher positive offset provides additional outer fender clearance compared with lower-offset wheels of the same width but reduces available inner suspension clearance.
Always verify bolt pattern, center bore, brake clearance, suspension clearance, fender clearance, tire size, and vehicle load requirements before purchasing.
Additional Information
- Manufacturer: Konig Wheels
- Wheel Model: Hypergram
- Manufacturer Part Number: HG88514456
- 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 6.53 inches
- Wheel Finish: Metallic Carbon with Machined Lip
- Wheel Color: Dark Metallic Carbon / Machined Aluminum Lip
- Construction: Flow Formed Aluminum Alloy
- Wheel Construction Type: One-Piece / Monoblock
- Wheel Design: 12-Spoke
- Lug Seat: Conical Seat
- TPMS Compatibility: Yes, with appropriate sensors
- Quantity: One Wheel
Konig Flow Forming Technology
The Konig Hypergram 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 Hypergram is a Flow Formed wheel, not a fully forged wheel.
This manufacturing process allows Konig to offer lightweight performance-oriented wheels while maintaining a practical price point.
Lightweight 12-Spoke Design
The Hypergram features a distinctive 12-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 Metallic Carbon with Machined Lip Finish
The HG88514456 features Konig's distinctive Metallic Carbon with Machined Lip finish.
Unlike conventional single-color wheels, this finish combines a dark metallic carbon-colored wheel face with a contrasting machined aluminum outer lip.
The Metallic Carbon portion provides a deep, refined appearance that highlights the Hypergram's angular 12-spoke geometry.
The machined lip adds a brighter metallic accent around the outer edge of the wheel, creating visual contrast and emphasizing its 18-inch diameter.
This two-tone finish provides several styling advantages:
Dark metallic wheel face with a premium appearance.
Contrasting machined outer lip.
Enhanced definition of the 12-spoke design.
Distinctive motorsport-inspired styling.
Compatibility with a wide variety of exterior colors.
More visual contrast than a conventional solid-color finish.
The Metallic Carbon with Machined Lip finish is particularly appealing for enthusiasts seeking a performance-oriented wheel with a refined appearance.
Contrasting Machined Outer Lip
One of the defining features of the HG88514456 is its machined outer lip.
The machined surface creates a bright metallic contrast against the darker Metallic Carbon wheel face.
This design emphasizes the wheel's outer diameter and adds depth to the overall appearance.
The machined lip also complements the Hypergram's open spoke design, creating a distinctive balance between aggressive motorsport styling and premium aftermarket aesthetics.
The machined finish should be maintained using cleaning products suitable for clear-coated and machined aluminum wheels.
Lightweight Flow Formed Construction
The Hypergram'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.
Proper fitment should always be confirmed before installation.
73.1mm Center Bore
The Hypergram HG88514456 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 Hypergram 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 lug hardware may not be compatible with aftermarket wheels.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Compatibility
The Hypergram 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 Hypergram is designed for performance-oriented applications and carries a manufacturer-specified load rating.
Before installation, verify the current load rating for HG88514456 and ensure that it meets the vehicle's applicable axle load requirements.
Brake Clearance Considerations
The Hypergram features an open 12-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.
Metallic Carbon and Machined Lip Finish Care
The Metallic Carbon with Machined Lip finish should be maintained using cleaning products suitable for painted, machined, and clear-coated 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 that can affect the appearance of the wheel over time.
Pay particular attention to the machined lip, as damage to the protective finish can expose the underlying aluminum to environmental contaminants.
Common Reasons for Replacement
Factory Wheel Upgrade: Replaces original wheels with a lightweight aftermarket performance design.
Weight Reduction: Flow Formed construction can reduce unsprung and rotational mass compared with heavier wheels.
Performance Enhancement: Lightweight construction may improve vehicle responsiveness when replacing heavier wheel and tire combinations.
Performance Tire Upgrade: Supports appropriately sized tires on an 8.5-inch-wide wheel.
Appearance Enhancement: Adds aggressive 12-spoke styling with a premium Metallic Carbon and Machined Lip finish.
Damaged Wheel Replacement: Replaces an existing matching Konig Hypergram wheel.
Custom Honda and Acura Builds: Complements performance-oriented street and K-series swapped vehicles.
Suspension Upgrades: Pairs with properly configured coilover and suspension setups.
Motorsport-Inspired Styling: Provides a lightweight 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 and machined 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. All supporting hardware must be selected for the specific application.
What's Included
(1) Konig Hypergram 18x8.5 +45 5x114.3 Metallic Carbon with Machined Lip Flow Formed Wheel – HG88514456
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 Hypergram 18x8.5 +45 Metallic Carbon with Machined Lip Wheel (HG88514456).
Combining advanced Flow Forming Technology, lightweight 12-spoke construction, and a distinctive Metallic Carbon finish with a contrasting machined outer lip, the Hypergram delivers an aggressive motorsport-inspired appearance with premium styling and performance-oriented engineering.
Featuring a versatile 18x8.5-inch configuration, +45mm offset, and 5x114.3 bolt pattern, Konig HG88514456 is an excellent choice for enthusiasts seeking a lightweight wheel upgrade for compatible Honda, Acura, and other performance vehicles.
| Part Number: | HG88514456 |
| Brand: | Konig |
| 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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