Cross a steep side hill on a tall, narrow machine and you feel every inch of it. The uphill tires get light, your weight shifts, and you lean as far upslope as the seat allows. A wider track will not change physics, but it does give the machine a broader base to stand on.
That is what our Wild Boar Wheel Spacers, 1.5-inch, 4/156, 12mm x 1.5 are for. They come as one pair, are made from billet aluminum, and include the hardware needed for installation.
How spacers widen the stance
A wheel spacer bolts to the hub, and then the wheel bolts to the spacer. That pushes the wheel out from the hub, which widens the track width of the machine. With 1.5 inches per side, an axle with spacers on both ends gains three inches of total width. A wider stance adds stability in corners and on off-camber trails.
Specs to match
Wheel spacers only work if they match your machine. Here is what this pair is built for:
- Thickness: 1.5 inches
- Bolt pattern: 4/156
- Studs: 12mm x 1.5
- Sold as: one pair
Check your hub bolt pattern and your lug thread before you order. If either one is different, these are not the right spacers for you.
Spacers are also handy when a new set of aftermarket wheels has a different offset than you expected and sits too far inboard. A pair of spacers can bring the wheels back out where they belong.
More than looks
Plenty of riders like how spacers fill out the fenders, but the practical reasons are what bring most people to us. A wider track feels more planted on rutted trails, and spacers also give extra room to run larger tires that might otherwise rub on suspension parts. Keep in mind that pushing the wheels out puts more leverage on wheel bearings and can change steering feel slightly, so it is smart to check bearings more often after adding spacers.
Install and maintenance tips
Torque the spacer to the hub and the wheel to the spacer to spec, and recheck both after your first ride. Order one pair for each axle you want to widen. If you are unsure about your bolt pattern or which thickness is best, call the Wild Boar team at 850-912-4350.
