Vehicle Covered in this Guide
2023 - Current Honda Civic Type-R
Brake Clearance Information
In the engineering phase of wheel development we 3D scan factory brakes and review 2D aftermarket brake templates in order to optimize our barrel profiles and spoke curvatures. As a result, our wheels offer massive brake clearance so you can run the smallest possible wheel diameter.
Bolt Pattern
5x120mm
Center Bore
64.1mm
Lug Seat
60º Conical
Thread Pitch
M14x1.5mm
Easy upgrades for street-driven cars
These bolt-on wheel fitments are ideal for enthusiasts enjoying their car day-to-day on the street, and they are typically paired with all-season or performance oriented summer tires. These wheel and tire configurations will improve the appearance and performance of the car without requiring modifications to the factory suspension or alignment. Just bolt-on and enjoy!
Wheels
Tires
Wider fitments for enhanced performance
Whether you enjoy spirited street driving or you are a weekend track warrior chasing lap times, these wheel & tire configurations are ideal for enthusiasts looking for a more dramatic improvement in performance and they are typically paired with performance oriented Summer tires or track oriented R-compounds.
Wheels
Tires
Wheels
Tires
Wheels
Tires
Track focused fitments that require significant modifications
These wheel and tire configurations are best suited for hardcore track junkies and club racers competing for a spot on the podium. Everything from Extreme Summer tires to full Racing Slicks are commonly used depending on your experience behind the wheel, class rules, etc.
Wheels
Tires
Brake Clearance Information
In the engineering phase of wheel development we 3D scan factory brakes and review 2D aftermarket brake templates in order to optimize our barrel profiles and spoke curvatures. As a result, our wheels offer massive brake clearance so you can run the smallest possible wheel diameter. The following brakes have been tested and confirmed to clear our wheels.
Apex Wheels | VS-5RS | VS-5RS | VS-5RS | EC-7 | EC-7 |
18x9.5" ET45 | 18x10.5" ET47 | 19x9.5" ET45 | 18x9.5" ET43 | 18x9.5" ET58 | |
OEM Brakes | Clears | Clears | Clears | Clears | Clears |
Paragon Front PA035 (Alcon PA035 6 Pot // 370x36mm) | Clears | Clears | Clears | Pending | Pending |
Paragon Front PA015 (Alcon PA015 6 Pot // 355x32mm) | Clears | Clears | Clears | Pending | Pending |
Paragon Rear P2R.021.350.110.24200.01.01.01/02.R (Rear Rotor Upgrade Kit // 350x11mm) | Clears | Clears | Clears | Pending | Pending |
Should I Dial in Negative Camber, and How Much is Right for me?
Whether you are a casual weekend track warrior that still enjoys your car on the street, or a hardcore racer competing for a spot on the podium, negative camber is a vital part of chassis setup that has many benefits. Not only will adding negative camber create more room for wider wheel and tire configurations, it more importantly improves handling, turn-in and tire longevity. Learn more in our blog article The Positives of Negative Camber.