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Slayer1000RR
3/13/2007 12:54:27 PM
Hey have a question!
I crashed my 1000rr and I bent the back rim kinda bad (see photo). I was wondering if you guys know if it fixable and if it will be just as strong as brand new. I have been searching for a replacment rim for awhile and I cant find anything cheap. Please let me know what you think or if you know of any places in California to get it fixed. I might be able to ship it somewhere too!
driber
3/13/2007 7:50:41 PM
no it can't be fixed. I hit a pot hole and bent mine. The shops can't fix it because bending it back will cause it to crack .best bet try ebay.
myride
3/13/2007 8:18:02 PM
i bent one last year and no u shouldnt bend it back it will weakin and is not at all safe .
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2004-CBR-1000RR-CBR1000RR-rear-wheel-complete_W0QQitemZ160094328139QQcategoryZ35601QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
here is a rim and its cheap or not bad anyway
taylorac
3/13/2007 10:05:33 PM
OUCH!
Slayer1000RR
3/13/2007 10:24:15 PM
thanks, i was thinking that is would be bad. I have been checking many sites and ebay as well.
What I am also wondering is.... i have a 06 1000rr will other years like 04-07 fits as well?
Where do I find the rim size? Not Tire size
menefreghista
3/14/2007 4:05:48 AM
there's a guy in OC who can fix it
but there's no telling on the intrinsic strength of the rim later on

if you're interested in a pair of 04-05 oem wheels, let me know

abadfish
3/14/2007 9:54:03 AM
YES, you can get it fixed:
http://cbrworld.net/forums/post/63704.aspx
 
Email Gerry at the link above with some pics.  He'll be able to tell you if its beyond repair.  I've seen worse than that fixed by him.
 
Slayer1000RR
3/15/2007 3:43:32 AM
thanks to all that have posted info & to those that will....
I still have a bit to wait until I can start to fix the bike. Since I am still recovering from a broken pelvis.
kiggy74
3/16/2007 12:20:18 AM
Yes, you can fix a bent rim.  Lots of places charge serious $$$, just make sure you get specifics on how accurate they can get it.  I've had a couple bent rims fixed by Will at Will's Rim Repair in SC.  He comes highly recommended from WERA riders in the southeast.  Here's his number:(864) 787-1351
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