BBS RI-A

18x9.5 +40 | 5x120 | Chrome Plating

Overview

The BBS RI-A is a meticulously engineered forged wheel tailored for enthusiasts seeking a perfect blend of performance and style. Designed to fit a range of vehicles including the Honda Civic Type-R FK8 and FL5 as well as the Acura Integra Type-S DE5, this wheel delivers lightweight strength and precise fitment that enhances both handling and aesthetics. Its square orientation ensures uniform sizing across all corners, simplifying tire rotation and maintaining balanced vehicle dynamics.

Visually, the RI-A carries BBS’s signature motorsport heritage with a clean, multi-spoke design that emphasizes both strength and elegance. The wheel’s concave profile and intricate spoke pattern create a dynamic presence that complements aggressive yet refined vehicle styling. The chrome plating finish elevates this design further, offering a show-stopping mirror-like shine that commands attention while reflecting the wheel’s high-quality craftsmanship.

This specific 18x9.5 +40 configuration with a 5x120 bolt pattern is ideal for drivers who want a precise fitment that balances width and offset for optimal clearance and stance. The square setup provides consistent handling characteristics and makes tire maintenance straightforward, making it a desirable choice for both spirited driving and daily use.

Specifications

This RI-A wheel measures 18x9.5 inches with a +40mm offset, designed for vehicles with a 5x120 bolt pattern. The Chrome Plating finish is applied to a forged wheel, sold as a full set of 4 wheels.

• Brand: BBS
• Model: RI-A
• Size: 18" × 9.5"
• Offset: +40mm
• Bolt Pattern (PCD): 5×120
• Finish: Chrome Plating
• Construction: Forged
• Orientation: Square (same all corners)
• Sold As: Set of 4 Wheels

Design & Construction

The BBS RI-A features a refined multi-spoke design that balances lightweight performance with structural rigidity. Each spoke tapers elegantly toward the rim, creating a concave profile that enhances visual depth and aggressive stance without compromising strength. The wheel’s forged monoblock construction utilizes advanced forging techniques to optimize grain flow and material density, resulting in superior strength-to-weight ratio and durability.

The Chrome Plating finish is applied with precision, delivering a deep, mirror-like surface that highlights the wheel’s intricate details. This finish not only provides a stunning visual impact but also offers excellent resistance to corrosion and wear when properly maintained. The combination of design, construction, and finish makes the RI-A a standout choice for enthusiasts who demand both form and function.

WheelFlip Chrome Plating Process

At WheelFlip, our triple chrome plating (often called "show chrome") is a professional, multi-stage electroplating process—copper → nickel → chromium—engineered to deliver a deep, mirror-like shine with long-lasting protection. This isn't three layers of chrome; it's a carefully layered system that builds the finish from the ground up.

Each wheel is meticulously cleaned, prepped, and polished first—because chrome only looks as good as the surface beneath it. A copper layer helps level microscopic imperfections, nickel provides most of the brightness and corrosion resistance (often with multiple nickel layers for added durability), and a final thin chromium topcoat adds the crisp chrome look along with a hard, wear-resistant outer surface. The result is a brilliant, reflective finish designed to look incredible and hold up in real-world conditions with proper care.

What's Included

• 4× BBS RI-A wheels (18x9.5 +40)
• Professional triple chrome plating by WheelFlip

Fitment Notes

This square setup features the same size on all corners, simplifying tire rotation and promoting balanced handling characteristics. This listing is for a full set of 4 wheels only. Confirm hub bore and caliper clearance for your specific vehicle before purchase.

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