BMW F20 F21 F22 F23 Wheel Alloy Rim 17" Double Spoke 655 ET:43 7,5J

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BMW F20 F21 F22 F23 Wheel Alloy Rim 17" Double Spoke 655 ET:43 7,5J is an original light-alloy rim designed for BMW 1 and 2 Series models, ensuring precise handling and a consistent, factory-spec appearance for your vehicle. The Double Spoke design combined with the aluminum rim guarantees an optimal strength-to-weight ratio, which translates into stability at higher speeds. This product from the Wheels category is perfect both as a replacement for a damaged rim and as a base for completing a set of wheels.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6866303-9
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6866303
• Substitutable numbers: 6866303, 36116866303
• Color: Silver
• Rim diameter: 17"
• Rim width: 7.5
• Offset (ET): 43
• Hole diameter: 120
• Number of holes: 5
• Rim material: Aluminium
• Category: Rims

Purpose and fitment for BMW

The rim has been designed for BMW F20, F21, F22, and F23 platforms, ensuring the preservation of factory suspension geometry and proper wheel offset within the wheel arch. As a result, the chassis operates within the manufacturer's specified range, and the steering system maintains its predictable characteristics. Using an original alloy rim reduces the risk of issues such as balancing problems, vibrations, or improper hub fitment.

Construction, material, and technical parameters

The rim is made of aluminum, which allows for a reduction in unsprung mass compared to steel wheels, thereby improving suspension response to road irregularities. The rim size, width, offset, bolt pattern, and center bore diameter have been selected in accordance with BMW requirements for the indicated models, facilitating the selection of appropriate tires and ensuring compatibility with factory braking system components.

The five-bolt mounting pattern and correct center bore diameter guarantee stable seating on the hub, while the properly selected offset promotes the correct wheel position relative to the wheel arch and suspension components. This configuration supports even load distribution during braking, acceleration, and cornering.

Appearance and stylistic character

The rim features a silver finish, which complements both light and dark body colors, giving the vehicle a restrained yet dynamic character. The Double Spoke 655 pattern emphasizes the sporty profile of the 1 and 2 Series while remaining consistent with BMW's design language, ensuring the rim looks like an integral part of the car's design rather than an aftermarket addition.

The aluminum surface of the rim is easy to keep clean, which is important for intensive city and highway use. The well-designed spokes facilitate access during washing while simultaneously ensuring effective cooling of the brake discs through free airflow.

Condition, application, and benefits of installation

The rim is offered as a used item, providing a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining original BMW specifications. It can be used as a replacement for a damaged rim, to complete a set of wheels, or as a base for creating a summer or winter wheel set. Using an original alloy rim eliminates the need for additional modifications and allows you to maintain the driving parameters intended by the manufacturer.

By choosing this rim, you gain:

• stylistic consistency with other BMW body components,
• compatibility with the suspension and braking system intended for the F20/F21/F22/F23 series,
• an aluminum construction that helps reduce unsprung mass,
• the possibility of economical repair or completion of a wheel set.

BMW Wheels – expansion and modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the chassis area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional rims, wheel sets, or alternative rim designs, check out the available parts in the BMW Wheels category.

When selecting a used alloy rim, it is worth paying attention to the compliance of parameters with the manufacturer's factory guidelines and the potential for surface refurbishment. Practical tips on assessing condition, purchase cost-effectiveness, and restoration processes can be found in the article Used rims like new: a guide to buying and refurbishing alloy wheels, which will help you consciously plan the modernization of your car's wheel set.