Front, 18", Profile 2, 5 Lugs, Anthracite- Rear, 18", Profile 2, 5 Lugs, Anthracite
Honda FL5 Civic Type R Wheels
Lightweight forged & flow formed wheels for your 2022+ FL5 Honda Civic Type-R.
11/11 Designs
Forged Sprint line
Forged Touring line
Forged Enduro line
Flow Formed Evolution line
Flow Formed Classic line
Finish: Anthracite
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VS-5RS Specifications
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VS-5RS features
10K Tons of Pressure
Our new forgings weigh as much as 120 pounds before machining. To form such a thick blank we require special equipment capable of 10,000 metric tons of pressure. This extreme pressure increases the strength of the aluminum by eliminating porosity and improving the grain structure.
True Motorsport Blanks
Many companies use 3rd-party blanks intended for non-motorsport wheels which can severely limit sizes, concavity, spoke design, and critical brake clearance. We designed our very own blank profiles from scratch to give us total control over the final product.
Side-Milled Spokes
To be as light as possible the VS-5RS features extra-deep, side-milled spokes. Any excess material that doesn’t add strength is machined out using a precision CNC ball cutter. Side-milling is often deemed cost-prohibitive by others, but for true performance without compromise we believe it's essential.
A Stronger Lightweight Wheel
Our forged Sprint™ wheels are lightweight without the strength compromises found on typical lightweight wheels. First, we machined out as much material as possible, then we purposefully added one pound back to reinforce critical areas, creating a stronger inner lip and a higher load rating.² What’s the point of a lightweight wheel if it’s fragile?
Load Ratings (lbs)
JWL Load Standard
1521
Typical Forged Wheels
1521
APEX Flow Formed
1550
APEX Forged Sprint™ Line
1600
Weight Optimized
We conducted extensive Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to reinforce high-stress areas and to remove material where it didn’t improve strength. The result is a wheel that is exceptionally light without the strength compromises found on typical lightweight wheels.²
Wheel Weight
Load Rating
APEX Sprint™ Line
18 lbs
1600 lbs
APEX Flow Formed
21 lbs
1550 lbs
Independently Tested
We don't rely solely on computer simulations or unverifiable in-house testing. We believe independent testing is critical to protect consumers in this unregulated industry. We chose STL, an independent lab in Ohio, to test our Sprint™ wheels far above JWL standards, including increases in testing duration, impact drop height, and total load.
Tougher Inner Lip
Introducing the Sprint™ spec inner lip, with a unique channel profile that makes it even stronger than our previous designs. So even though our Sprint™ wheels are pounds lighter than comparable flow formed wheels, the inner lip is stronger.
32%
More reinforcement than our flow formed wheels3
Big Brake Clearance
From day one, APEX has been on a mission to build wheels that clear big brakes. Our new forged wheels are the product of everything we’ve developed over the past 10+ years, including an innovative high-clearance barrel design and vehicle-specific spoke profiles.
Deeper Concavity
Our new forgings were redesigned to create extra deep, concave spoke profiles. Their new shape allows us to make any profile, from flat to deep and everything in between. Each one is optimized for a specific application using 3D laser scans of factory and aftermarket brake kits.
Paintless Knurled Bead
Whether it's a day at the track or months of street driving, repeated hard braking and acceleration can make a tire slip along the bead seat and go out of balance, causing vibration. Knurled beads help, but are less effective when painted over. Our forged line features unpainted knurled beads that stay sharp and maximize grip.
Built for Impact Sockets
Track wheels need track tools. Don’t settle for wheels that require undersized tuner lugs or thin walled sockets. All APEX wheels accommodate over-sized race lugs and impact sockets to make swapping wheels lightning fast.
32mm
Socket Diameter Clearance
Laser-Engraved Specs
As track enthusiasts ourselves, we know how frustrating it is to try to locate and decipher wheel specs that have been hastily hammered into the rim or become unreadable over time. With our new Sprint™ wheels, we chose to invest a little extra and laser-engrave the specs on the barrel, in plain sight, making them easy to find and read. (You’re welcome.)
Additional features
Hub Centric
All VS-5RS wheels are purpose built for select vehicle applications. Very few applications require centering rings.
Center Caps
All APEX wheels come with our gloss black cap included that is interchangeable with the OE cap. We also offer additional colors for select fitments.
Wheel Hardware
APEX wheels can be used with all OEM mounting hardware, proper aftermarket hardware and most wheel spacers. Wheel locks and stud conversion kits also work perfectly.
TPMS
All APEX wheels accept OEM and aftermarket Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors and standard fit valve stems. If you don’t have sensors, then select from our metal stems available in multiple finishes.
Accessories
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A Wheel You Can Depend On
Accidental damage replacement
Curb rash or pothole damage on the street? Make an oopsie at the track? We’ve all been there. APEX is proud to offer 50% off replacement wheels, no matter the damage.
Lifetime warranty
All APEX wheels come with a lifetime structural warranty against defects in workmanship and materials, plus a 1 year finish warranty. Exchanges are fast, easy, and hassle-free.
Footnotes
¹ VS-5RS vs. the original EC-7R, comparing side milling of 18x9” ET46 5x130 fitment.
² Strength and weight comparisons are based on an 18” BMW 5x120 wheel.
³ Comparing the amount of material reinforcement in our standard inner lip profile vs Sprint™ spec inner lip profile on an 18” wheel.
⁴ All wheels compared with equivalent 18x10” ET25 5x120mm / 72.56mm fitment. Price displayed based on MSRP as of 5/16/2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the factory alignment specs for the Civic Type-R FL5?
The factory alignment specs for the FL5 Civic Type-R are a bit more aggressive than for standard Civics. The Civic Type-R features -1° to -1.5° of camber front and rear. For additional camber adjustment range, aftermarket modifications will be necessary.
How much does the Civic Type-R FL5 weigh?
The curb weight of the FL5 Civic Type-R is right around 3188lbs. Since the Civic Type-R is treated as it's own model with one trim level, there is much less variance in curb weight than what would typically be seen in other vehicles.
What are the widest wheels I can run on the Civic Type-R FL5?
The widest wheels we recommend for the FL5 Civic Type-R without any additional modifications would be 10.5-inch wide wheels both front and rear. These wheels will specifically need to feature an offset around ET45-ET47 to avoid any clearance issues.
What are the wheel specs of the Civic Type-R FL5?
The Honda Civic Type-R FL5 features 19x9.5" ET60 wheels from the factory. These wheels allow the Civic Type-R to maintain a sporty and aggressive appearance while still being able to support a wider tire than the previous generation Honda Civic Type-R.
How big are Civic Type-R FL5 wheels?
The Honda Civic Type-R FL5 comes equipped with 19-inch wheels from the factory. A very popular aftermarket modification for the FL5 Type-R is to downsize in diameter from a 19-inch wheel to an 18-inch wheel in similar width and offset.
How wide are Civic Type-R FL5 wheels?
The Honda Civic Type-R FL5 features a 9.5-inch wide wheel from the factory. This wheel size is much wider than the standard equipment of the previous generation Civic Type-R. These wheels are fitted with wide and sticky 265/30-19 tires as standard.
Are Civic Type-R FL5 wheels forged?
The Honda Civic Type-R FL5 offers cast wheels as standard equipment with optional forged wheels as an upgrade. Apex Wheels offers many strong, lightweight forged wheel options for the FL5 Civic Type-R. Check out our vehicle configurator for the Honda Civic Type-R FL5.
What TPMS does the Civic Type-R FL5 use?
The FL5 Civic Type-R does not use traditional in-wheel TPMS sensors. Unlike other vehicles that require TPMS sensors to be installed in each set of wheels, the Civic Type-R can properly monitor tire pressure regardless of which wheels are installed. This allows for easy swapping between wheels.
Which 18-inch wheels clear the OEM brakes with similar offset to stock?
For FL5 Civic Type-R owners looking to downsize to an 18-inch wheel while maintaining similar width and offset to stock, we recommend our 18x9.5" ET53 SM-10RS, 18x9.5" ET58 VS-5, or 18x9.5" ET58 EC-7 wheels. All three of these options will clear the factory Brembo brakes without issue.
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