I'm wondering which wheels will give me the least offset on my 2005 Kodiak 400 IRS. ITP C Series type 6 or Maxxis Maxlite. (I personally prefer the 8 spoke Maxxis to the other Maxlite) They seem pretty close in weight and price. ITP says their wheels will increase my width by 4 inches. (2 inches per wheel) I've been told the ITP would have the edge in strength). I don't want to take too much away from the Kodiak's nimbleness and agility on tight trails. My rear tire will be an itp wetland in 26x10-12 size AKA Carlisle ACT AKA Polaris PXT. The Maxxis offset is listed as +15mm. I don't know how this transalates to the ITP offset of 5 LB+2. I'm trying to get as close as possible to 2 inches more width. (1 inch per wheel). Any thoughts are welcome and appreciated.

 

Of These

Douglas Rokstars
ITP C series type 6
Maxxis Maxlite
Vision 160

I wonder which would have the least offset on an IRS bike? The aftermarket manufacturers for the most part seem to use the same wheels front and rear on IRS quads. I wonder which would be strongest and which would be lightest?

 

Presently running Carlisle Badlands on 500 Sportsman, got Maxxis on ITP Wheels coming. Will let you know if you'll check back with me on true wide change. Much like you, hoping my width will be almost unnoticeable. Some tight trails, but worst thing Sportsman slings mud much worse than some. Fenders just not as protective but love the ride.

 

I ended up ordering the new Douglas Rokstar wheels. They are strong, light and are supposed to have the least offset. I've heard that the finish doesn't compare to Type 5s, but they are approx $10.00 less per wheel.

http://www.douglaswheel.com/atv/atv-...y-wheels.phtml