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The Konig Hyperspec 17x8 +40 Flow Formed Wheel (HP87514406) combines classic five-spoke styling with modern performance wheel technology, delivering an excellent balance of lightweight construction, strength, and aggressive appearance.
Featuring a 17x8-inch size, +40mm offset, and 5x114.3 bolt pattern, this Hyperspec wheel is finished in Anthracite Metallic with a contrasting Mirror Machined Lip. Its tapered five-spoke design and pronounced stepped outer lip create a timeless motorsport-inspired appearance that complements a wide range of performance vehicles.
Manufactured using Konig's Flow Forming Technology, the Hyperspec is engineered to provide improved strength-to-weight characteristics compared with conventional cast wheels. Weighing approximately 17.19 lbs, this configuration offers lightweight performance without sacrificing the strength required for compatible street and track applications.
Additional performance-oriented features include knurled bead seats designed to help reduce unwanted tire movement and a reinforced wheel barrel design.
Whether upgrading factory wheels, installing performance tires, or completing a custom Honda or Acura build, the Konig Hyperspec HP87514406 delivers premium styling and performance-focused engineering.
Features
Konig Hyperspec Series: Classic five-spoke styling with modern performance engineering.
Flow Formed Construction: Advanced manufacturing process designed to improve strength-to-weight characteristics.
17x8-Inch Wheel Size: Versatile configuration for compatible performance tire applications.
+40mm Offset: Provides a sporty wheel position when properly matched to the vehicle.
5x114.3 Bolt Pattern: Designed for compatible five-lug vehicles.
Anthracite Metallic Finish: Premium metallic gray finish with a refined appearance.
Mirror Machined Lip: Contrasting machined outer lip highlights the wheel's stepped design.
Tapered Five-Spoke Design: Clean motorsport-inspired styling.
Lightweight Construction: Approximately 17.19 lbs per wheel.
Knurled Bead Seats: Help resist unwanted tire movement relative to the wheel during demanding driving conditions.
Curved Spoke Profile: Designed with performance brake clearance considerations.
73.1mm Center Bore: Accommodates compatible vehicle hubs and hub-centric rings where required.
1,433 lb Load Rating: Manufacturer-specified maximum load capacity per wheel.
Aluminum Alloy Construction: Lightweight, one-piece wheel design.
TPMS Compatibility: Supports appropriate tire pressure monitoring sensors.
Center Cap: Designed for use with a matching Konig center cap.
Individual Wheel: Sold individually for flexible wheel configurations.
Popular Performance Applications
The Konig Hyperspec HP87514406 features a 5x114.3 bolt pattern, making it a potential option for numerous Honda, Acura, and other performance vehicles.
Honda Performance Applications
Honda Civic Si: Select five-lug models with compatible wheel and tire clearance.
Honda Accord: Select five-lug configurations.
Honda Prelude: Select compatible five-lug applications.
Honda S2000: Select applications with appropriate tire sizing and clearance verification.
Acura Performance Applications
Acura RSX Type-S: Select applications with appropriate suspension and brake clearance.
Acura TSX: Select compatible five-lug configurations.
Acura TL: Select applications where wheel dimensions and load rating meet vehicle requirements.
Acura Integra: Select compatible five-lug applications.
Additional Performance Applications
Subaru WRX with compatible 5x114.3 hubs.
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution.
Nissan 350Z and 370Z.
Select Ford Mustang applications.
Other vehicles equipped with a compatible 5x114.3 bolt pattern.
Popular Performance Builds
Daily-driven performance vehicles.
Track-day and autocross builds.
Lightweight wheel upgrades.
Performance tire installations.
Coilover and suspension projects.
Custom Honda and Acura builds.
Street-oriented wheel and tire packages.
Important Fitment Note: These are potential applications based on wheel specifications, not guaranteed direct-fit vehicles.
The 17x8 +40 configuration must be checked against the vehicle's bolt pattern, center bore, brake clearance, suspension geometry, fender clearance, tire size, and load requirements.
Vehicles with larger factory brake systems may not clear a 17-inch wheel. Always verify brake clearance before ordering.
Additional Information
- Manufacturer: Konig Wheels
- Wheel Model: Hyperspec
- Manufacturer Part Number: HP87514406
- Wheel Diameter: 17 inches
- Wheel Width: 8 inches
- Wheel Size: 17x8
- Bolt Pattern: 5x114.3mm (5x4.5 inches)
- Offset: +40mm
- Center Bore: 73.1mm
- Backspacing: Approximately 6.02 inches
- Wheel Finish: Anthracite Metallic with Mirror Machined Lip
- Wheel Color: Metallic Gray / Anthracite
- Construction: Flow Formed Aluminum
- Wheel Construction Type: One-Piece
- Wheel Design: Five-Spoke
- Wheel Weight: Approximately 17.19 lbs
- Load Rating: 1,433 lbs per wheel
- Bead Seat: Knurled
- TPMS Compatibility: Yes, with appropriate sensors
- Quantity: One Wheel
Konig Flow Forming Technology
The Hyperspec utilizes Konig's Flow Forming Technology, a manufacturing process that combines a cast aluminum wheel center with a barrel formed under pressure and rotation.
During manufacturing, the wheel barrel is stretched and shaped to its final dimensions. This process helps improve the aluminum's strength-to-weight characteristics compared with conventional cast wheel construction.
The result is a lightweight performance wheel designed to provide durability and responsive handling characteristics without the expense of fully forged wheels.
Lightweight 17.19 lb Construction
At approximately 17.19 lbs, the 17x8 Hyperspec provides impressive weight efficiency for a performance-oriented wheel.
Reducing unnecessary rotating and unsprung weight may contribute to improvements in steering response, suspension responsiveness, acceleration, and braking characteristics compared with heavier wheel configurations.
Actual performance benefits depend on the weight and specifications of the original wheel and tire combination.
Knurled Bead Seat Technology
The Hyperspec incorporates knurled bead seats designed to increase friction between the tire bead and wheel.
During aggressive acceleration, braking, and cornering, high forces can cause a tire to move slightly relative to the wheel.
The textured bead seat helps resist this movement, making it particularly useful for performance-oriented driving applications.
Note: Knurled bead seats are not beadlocks and do not eliminate the need for proper tire mounting, inflation, or maintenance.
Classic Five-Spoke Design
The Hyperspec features five tapered spokes with a curved profile and pronounced stepped outer lip.
Its classic five-spoke layout creates a clean appearance while offering space for many factory and aftermarket brake configurations.
The design complements both modern performance vehicles and older Honda and Acura builds.
Anthracite Metallic with Mirror Machined Lip
The HP87514406 features a premium Anthracite Metallic finish with a contrasting Mirror Machined Lip.
The metallic gray center provides a refined appearance, while the machined outer lip adds contrast and emphasizes the wheel's stepped profile.
This combination offers a distinctive alternative to traditional black, silver, or bronze wheels.
17x8 +40 Wheel Fitment
The 17x8-inch configuration provides a versatile platform for appropriately sized performance tires.
The +40mm offset determines the wheel's mounting position relative to its centerline and affects both inner suspension clearance and outer fender clearance.
Compared with wider or lower-offset configurations, this wheel may offer a more conservative fitment on certain vehicles.
However, actual compatibility depends on the vehicle's original wheel specifications, suspension components, tire dimensions, and body clearance.
73.1mm Center Bore
The Hyperspec HP87514406 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 Brake Clearance
The Hyperspec features a curved spoke design developed with performance brake clearance considerations.
However, compatibility with factory and aftermarket big brake kits depends on caliper dimensions, rotor size, and wheel mounting position.
Always verify brake clearance using an appropriate manufacturer-approved brake template before purchasing.
Common Reasons for Replacement
Factory Wheel Upgrade: Replaces original wheels with a lightweight performance-oriented design.
Reduced Rotating Weight: Provides an alternative to heavier factory or aftermarket wheels.
Performance Tire Upgrade: Supports appropriately sized performance tires.
Track-Day Preparation: Adds flow formed construction and knurled bead seats.
Appearance Enhancement: Introduces classic five-spoke styling with an Anthracite Metallic finish and Mirror Machined Lip.
Damaged Wheel Replacement: Replaces an existing matching Hyperspec wheel.
Suspension Upgrades: Complements properly configured coilover and suspension setups.
Custom Wheel Builds: Suitable for square or staggered configurations when correctly selected.
Street Performance Builds: Provides a balance of lightweight construction and motorsport-inspired appearance.
Installation Notes
Verify Bolt Pattern: Confirm that the vehicle uses a 5x114.3 bolt pattern.
Check Wheel Dimensions: Ensure the 17x8 +40 configuration is appropriate for the vehicle.
Confirm Center Bore Compatibility: Determine whether hub-centric rings are required.
Verify Brake Clearance: Check clearance around factory or aftermarket brake calipers.
Inspect Suspension Clearance: Ensure sufficient clearance around struts, coilovers, control arms, and related components.
Check Fender Clearance: Confirm 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-inch-wide wheel and appropriate for the vehicle.
Use Proper Lug Hardware: Install lug nuts or bolts with the correct thread specifications, seat profile, and engagement.
Inspect Hub Mounting Surfaces: Clean corrosion and debris from the 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.
Verify Final Fitment: Check wheel and tire clearance throughout the required suspension and steering travel.
Recheck Lug Torque: Follow the applicable wheel and vehicle manufacturer recommendations after initial driving.
Maintain the Finish: Clean using wheel-safe products suitable for metallic painted and machined aluminum finishes.
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 Hyperspec 17x8 +40 5x114.3 Anthracite Metallic Flow Formed Wheel with Mirror Machined Lip – HP87514406
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 Hyperspec 17x8 +40 Anthracite Metallic Flow Formed Wheel (HP87514406).
Combining timeless five-spoke styling, advanced Flow Forming Technology, knurled bead seats, and lightweight aluminum construction, the Hyperspec delivers an excellent balance of performance-focused engineering and premium appearance.
Featuring a lightweight 17.19 lb design, versatile 17x8-inch dimensions, and a distinctive Anthracite Metallic finish with Mirror Machined Lip, Konig HP87514406 is an excellent choice for enthusiasts seeking lightweight performance wheels with classic motorsport styling.
| Part Number: | HP87514406 |
| Brand: | Konig |
| Color: | Anthracite |
| Wheel Diameter: | 17 inch |
| Wheel Offset: | +40mm |
| Bolt Pattern: | 5 x 114.3 |
| Width: | 8.0 inch |
| Wheel/Hub Bore: | 73.1 |
WARNING: This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects. www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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