I recently order a set of ITP Delat X wheels for my P700. I wanted to go with the C-series wheels, but needed/wanted black rims since my machine is hardwoods camo. I thought the ITP polished C- series rims would make me look like a pimp on a camo praire. Anyway I though the c-series wheels came in a black powder coat (I have seen them on the internet). Finally, I found out that a company called MTA purchases the wheels from ITP and then MTA powder coats them and re-sells them. My dealer called them and they can get me the wheels, but the problem is my Delta X wheels came in. They want to charge me a re-stock fee (actually shipping since they don't want them as they would go back to ITP).
My questions are: the delta x wheels are steel which are heavier. ITP said the Delta X wheels weigh 16 lbs/wheel while the c-series weighs ~9lbs/ wheel. I plan on mounting a set of ATR's on them. Will the extra 7lbs/wheel hurt my performance enough to notice/feel it? Secondly, has anyone seen either of these wheels? If so does the powder coat c-series look nice? Do the delta x wheels look nicer to justify the increase of weight?
My dealer treats me well and I will try to negiotate the re-stock fee. The gave me a great deal on the rims- $224 for the delta X and ~ $240 for the black powder coat c-series wheels. If I cancel the delta x wheels and have to pay the return shipping it will cost me $50-$60 more to get the c-series- total $275 w/ re-stock fee. Is it worth the extra money for the c-series? Any thoughts would be appreciated. Guz

 

I have no doubt you'll feel the extra 28 lbs. of unsprung weight. I recently changed from Bighorn Radials to bias-ply, and the handling and steering response was amazing. I suppose it depends on what style of riding you do.

Steve

 

Did you go back to the stockers- if not what bias ply tire? I heard the BH are good tires. Were they to heavy for your type of riding- specs on maxxis web page has a full set coming in close to 100lbs?

 

Bighorn bias ply. The only reason Maxxis sent me a set of bias ply was due to the fact the Radials were unbalanceable....the worst was 13.2 oz! I asked that they send me the bias ply instead. I ride alot of trails, rocks, and hills. I believe the radials would be a better tire for me, but until Maxxis improves the Q.A. and makes them alot lighter, I'll wear these until they are gone. Great customer service, but crappy quality. Next time, I'll buy American, not Cheng Shin. [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-disgusted.gif[/img]

 

Find a place that powder coats and have your Cseries done.

Kevin

 

I would pass on the C-Series because as far as holding up in ruff terirran they DONT! unlike the Maxxis that I beleave only has a cast center (You might wanna look into? they might be a better choice?) The ITP's are full cast. This means that they dont give, They crack and if bent there is NO bending back. I lost two rims on one rock! One rim was total trash(Cracked), and the other just had a small bend but could not be fixed and wouldnt hold a bead so was trash also. Ive even seen the edges chip off and have had the bolts loosen up on mine and so has a buddy. Unlike reg. alum or even steel, Cast wheels are made from a mold like auto rims and I beleave really are not ideal for Off Roading. ITP makes a lot of good products but I would pass on this one! Your better off with them deltas. I own a set myself and some douglas beads and I think there fine for a steel wheel. I also run Maxxis radial BIG HORNS on both and really like the tires. You know Ive ridden for years and never though of balancing my ATV wheels?? I do a lot of fast riding over all types of that great Pennsylviania terirran and never even felt the wheels were out? and a reason to balance? owell Im always learning new stuff. I would try them out you can always sell them on ebay if you dont like them. ~Chris


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Has anyone else experienced this with their C-series wheels?

 

fer as i know C-series have held up quite well but what the above post states is true. the C-series will not "give" they will simply bend or crack if pushed to far.

i'm going to go with steel wheels to save in cost and have a more durable wheel. Heck i run outlaws on my stock wheels so weight isn't an issue to me. I plan on a set of Bighorn Radials on ITP Magnum rims.

 

I think ITP discontinued those wheels. Are you referring to the ones that are steel (black or chrome), but weigh 6 or so lbs? I called and asked them and they said they stopped making them and the c-series has replaced the Magnum wheels. Unless you find a distributor who still has inventory of them. I could be wrong, but that is what the guy at ITP told me.