[Expert@ApexWheels]

Fully Forged Performance Wheels for your BMW

Apex forged wheels represent the pinnacle of our offerings. These wheels are perfect for drivers looking for the ultimate in performance wheels both on and off track. These forged wheels are split into lines that offer unique characteristics to the enthusiast from strong and durable wheels built for punishment to lightweight designs optimized to give you every advantage possible. All of these wheels are available in chassis-specific widths and offsets developed specifically for your BMW.

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Forged Enduro Line

The Apex Enduro line consists of the strongest wheels we’ve ever made. These wheels feature our highest load rating and our strongest lip, allowing them to withstand abuse, lap after lap.

➡︎ 10K ton forged 6061-T6 aluminum

➡︎ Heavy-duty Enduro Spec inner lip

➡︎ Stiffer side-milled spokes

➡︎ Stronger 2100 lb. load rating

➡︎ Capless hub design to reduce weight

➡︎ 50% replacement program

➡︎ Independently tested and certified

VS-5RE





The VS-5RE is the forged Enduro version of our popular VS-5 design. These wheels bring serious strength and durability to the split 5 spoke design that BMW enthusiasts love and gives endurance racers and hardcore HDPE participants a wheel that focuses on longevity and consistency.

To view all of the VS-5RE fitments available for your BMW and order your set, Head over to our website via the link below or by clicking any of the images of these wheels.

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SM-10RE





The SM-10RE brings higher load ratings and measurable increases in strength and stiffness to our popular 10-spoke design. Initially available in fitments focused on modern M cars that are often tracked, these are perfect for wheel-to-wheel racing and focused HPDE sessions.

To view all of the SM-10RE fitments available for your BMW and order your set, Head over to our website via the link below or by clicking any of the images of these wheels.

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Our Strongest Wheels: Enduro Line Features

Most motorsport wheel designs prioritize reducing weight over increasing strength, but some applications require extra strength. High grip tires and lots of downforce put extra strain on wheels. Pair that with a faster driver and regular load ratings are not enough. Enduro line wheels are about 30% stronger than their RS counterparts.



Stiffer Spokes

Wheel stiffness matters but it gets overlooked and undiscussed. The redesigned spokes of the SM-10RE are about 20-25% stiffer than the Sprint Line version. Stiffer spokes help reduce camber loss, which reduces outer edge tire wear and improves feel and responsiveness.



Toughest Inner Lip

Introducing the Enduro Spec inner lip - our strongest ever. With 50% more reinforcement, these wheels are better protected against the harsh conditions found on (and off) track.



Reinforced Front Lip

We added extra material in the front lip for more durability so you can keep attacking those berms. You can easily spot the beefed up design of an Enduro lip vs. the lightweight lip on a Sprint Line wheel.



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

One of the most prominent features of our Enduro line wheels are the extra wide and deep side-milled spokes. Any excess material that doesn’t add strength is carved out using a precision CNC ball cutter. This allows our endurance wheels to be surprisingly light for their strength. Side-milling is often deemed cost-prohibitive by others, but for true performance without compromise we believe it's essential.



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 significantly stronger wheel with a minimal weight penalty over their RS counterparts.



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. Our Enduro Line wheels are independently tested by ITS at their Michigan facility following JWL standards but pushed to much higher loads and much longer durations.



Big Brake Clearance

From day one, Apex has been on a mission to build wheels that clear big brakes. These Enduro Line wheels are the product of everything we’ve developed over the past 15+ years. We utilize 3D scans to produce vehicle-specific spoke profiles, and our wheels feature an innovative high-clearance barrel design.



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 optimized for a specific application using 3D laser scans of factory and aftermarket brake kits.



Paintless Knurled Beads

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.



Paintless Barrel

To be as light as possible, and to reduce rotational inertia, we removed paint from the outer barrel. It’s only a fraction of a pound but it’s in an area that has the biggest impact on acceleration and deceleration, so it packs a bigger punch vs. the same weight savings near the center of the wheel. These small tweaks add up.



Capless Hub Design

We know most track day organizations ask for center caps to be removed. To further reduce weight that doesn’t directly correlate to strength, we incorporated a capless hub design on all Enduro Line wheels in our pursuit of Real Performance.



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.



Outer Lip Pocketing

A lot of areas get extra thick when the load rating is raised to 2100 lb. By CNC machining ‘pockets’ between each spoke, our Engineers were able to further reduce weight from an area that has a high impact on rotational inertia.



Laser-Engraved Specs

As track enthusiasts ourselves, we know how frustrating it is to locate and decipher wheel specs that have been hastily marked on a wheel or become unreadable over time. Our Enduro wheels have laser-engraved specs on the barrel, in plain sight, making them easy to find and read.







Your Fastest Lap is Calling!

Our forged Sprint™ line was built to be extremely light while still offering a meaningful strength increase over our flow formed wheels. For those looking to shed as much weight as possible to improve lap times.


➡︎ 10K ton forged 6061-T6 aluminum

➡︎ Stronger Sprint™ spec inner lip

➡︎ Side-milled spokes for reduced weight

➡︎ Massive brake clearance

➡︎ Unmatched replacement program

➡︎ Lifetime structural warranty

➡︎ Independently tested and certified

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VS5-RS / EC-7RS / SM-10RS

Finishes

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 which gives us total control over the final product, resulting in exceptionally deep spokes and stronger designs.

Learn more about our true motorsport blanks.

Side-milled Spokes

One of the most significant upgrades to our Sprint wheels is the addition of wider and deeper side-milled spokes. Any excess material that doesn’t add strength is carved 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.

➡︎ 40-50% Wider
➡︎ 50-100% Deeper

Learn more about our wider and deeper side-milling.

A Stronger Lightweight Wheel

Our forged Sprint™ wheels are lightweight without the strength compromises found on typical lightweight wheels. First, we carved 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. What’s the point of a lightweight wheel if it’s fragile?

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.

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.

Learn more about our rigorous independent testing.

Tough 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 32% stronger.

Learn more about our Sprint™ spec inner lip.

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 Beads

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.

Learn more about why our forged wheels have unpainted knurled beads.

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.

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 APEX BMW wheels with a 5x120mm bolt pattern are purpose built featuring a 72.56mm center bore. No centering rings required.



Center Caps - We don't charge extra for caps and we design most of our BMW wheels to be interchangeable with the OE roundel cap for enthusiasts seeking a clean factory look. All wheels come with our gloss Black APEX caps included. We also offer optional gloss red or gloss blue APEX caps.



Hardware - APEX wheels can be used with all OEM mounting hardware, proper aftermarket hardware and 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 your vehicle isn’t equipped with sensors or you choose to bypass them for your track/race car, then select from our metal stems available in multiple finishes.

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.

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APEX Wheel Replacement Program

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.

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A Fitment For You

We’ve tirelessly test-fitted hundreds of setup combinations in order to provide direct-fit, spacer-free wheel packages for everything from showroom-fresh cars to all-out race builds. Our detailed fitment guides help you avoid costly trial-and-error and walk you through every step of finding your perfect setup.

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APEX Forged Sprint Line Wheel Gallery

VS-5RS Gallery




EC-7RS Gallery



SM-10RS Gallery



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VS5-RS / EC-7RS / SM-10RS

Questions?
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[AUSf22]

Those VS-5RS in Anthracite will look absolutely bomb on a Hockenheim Silver car. Do post up some photos when you guys get the chance to fit the 19s on a car.

Just to confirm these clear the 2NH BBK?

Can't wait for the 19 inch version to be ready in March 2022, I'll likely grab a set!

[MeinZwei]

sign me up!

[D22M2]

Been wanting some 18s… I’m in

[AlpsRider]

Waiting for 19s

[inTgr8r]

These are exactly what I've been waiting for.
Perfect 18" M2C offsets in 9.5 & 10.5

...just need some AP Racing 1st

[Expert@ApexWheels]

Originally Posted by AUSf22

Those VS-5RS in Anthracite will look absolutely bomb on a Hockenheim Silver car. Do post up some photos when you guys get the chance to fit the 19s on a car.

Just to confirm these clear the 2NH BBK?

Can't wait for the 19 inch version to be ready in March 2022, I'll likely grab a set!

To clarify, the 18" wheels that will be available at launch will not be able to clear the larger 2NH brakes on the M2C. However, the 19" versions will be able to clear the 2NH brakes no problem!

-Geirsen

[(K)]

Those VS-5RS wheels look good. I guess I know what my spring project is next year.

What are the wheel specs on the 2 demo M2's?

[AlpsRider]

Originally Posted by Expert@ApexRaceParts

To clarify, the 18" wheels that will be available at launch will not be able to clear the larger 2NH brakes on the M2C. However, the 19" versions will be able to clear the 2NH brakes no problem!

-Geirsen

I've noticed that the 18" versions are available in 9" and 10" wheel widths. Will you consider the same for the 19" version with near to stock offsets?

[Expert@ApexWheels]

Originally Posted by AUSf22

Those VS-5RS in Anthracite will look absolutely bomb on a Hockenheim Silver car. Do post up some photos when you guys get the chance to fit the 19s on a car.

Just to confirm these clear the 2NH BBK?

Can't wait for the 19 inch version to be ready in March 2022, I'll likely grab a set!

We will certainly post some 19" photos as soon as we are able! We have at least one staff member who owns an M2 Competition that is also waiting for the 19s. I'm very excited to have forged 19" options for the M2 Comp.


If anyone hasn't seen the inbound fitments, this may help: (scroll down slightly for table with ETAs)

VS-5RS: https://www.apexraceparts.com/our-wh...ontent-fitment

EC-7RS: https://www.apexraceparts.com/our-wh...ontent-fitment

Originally Posted by inTgr8r

These are exactly what I've been waiting for.
Perfect 18" M2C offsets in 9.5 & 10.5

...just need some AP Racing 1st

Excellent! AP makes awesome brakes and the guys at Essex are great to work with. Our standard front 18" M2C fitment (18x9.5 ET28) in VS-5RS clears both the Radi-Cal CP9660 and the CP9668 with the massive endurance pads and 372x34mm rotors. Let us know if you have any brake questions!

Originally Posted by (K)

Those VS-5RS wheels look good. I guess I know what my spring project is next year.

What are the wheel specs on the 2 demo M2's?

Both M2s in our photoshoots are running 18x10 ET25 front and rear with our VS-5RS. The tires they are on are 275/35-18 Nitto NT01s. The Black M2 Comp is running AP brakes which let him run 18s.

This is a great aggressive square track fitment for an M2, but it does require a decent amount of camber in the front and rear (or rear fender rolling/pulling) to prevent rubbing.

Originally Posted by AlpsRider

I've noticed that the 18" versions are available in 9" and 10" wheel widths. Will you consider the same for the 19" version with near to stock offsets?

We will be bringing a 19x9 ET30 to market which is 1mm off of the stock front offset if I recall correctly, but we don't have plans for a 19x10 ET40 at the moment for the rear. We will be bringing out a 19x10 ET25, but that offset is much lower than the ET40 so not an identical option. If there is enough demand for a wheel in that width and offset we could consider it, but our standard rear 19x10.5 ET45 will be the go-to fitment for staggered setups with our initial production batches. Please let us know if you'd like to see a high offset 10" as the more feedback we have, the better!

-Tom

[VisualEcho]

I'd have a set of the VS-5RS wheels if it weren't for that outer lip. I know you guys did it for strength, just like BMW did with the 763M motorsport wheel, but with beauty being more important to me than strength, I just can't do it.

Maybe one day you guys will make a wheel for pure beauty instead of for heavy-duty race applications.

And that might be an interesting figure; what percentage of your customers buy your wheels for the street vs the track?

[AlpsRider]

Originally Posted by Expert@ApexRaceParts

We will certainly post some 19" photos as soon as we are able! We have at least one staff member who owns an M2 Competition that is also waiting for the 19s. I'm very excited to have forged 19" options for the M2 Comp.


If anyone hasn't seen the inbound fitments, this may help: (scroll down slightly for table with ETAs)

VS-5RS: https://www.apexraceparts.com/our-wh...ontent-fitment

EC-7RS: https://www.apexraceparts.com/our-wh...ontent-fitment



Excellent! AP makes awesome brakes and the guys at Essex are great to work with. Our standard front 18" M2C fitment (18x9.5 ET28) in VS-5RS clears both the Radi-Cal CP9660 and the CP9668 with the massive endurance pads and 372x34mm rotors. Let us know if you have any brake questions!



Both M2s in our photoshoots are running 18x10 ET25 front and rear with our VS-5RS. The tires they are on are 275/35-18 Nitto NT01s. The Black M2 Comp is running AP brakes which let him run 18s.

This is a great aggressive square track fitment for an M2, but it does require a decent amount of camber in the front and rear (or rear fender rolling/pulling) to prevent rubbing.



We will be bringing a 19x9 ET30 to market which is 1mm off of the stock front offset if I recall correctly, but we don't have plans for a 19x10 ET40 at the moment for the rear. We will be bringing out a 19x10 ET25, but that offset is much lower than the ET40 so not an identical option. If there is enough demand for a wheel in that width and offset we could consider it, but our standard rear 19x10.5 ET45 will be the go-to fitment for staggered setups with our initial production batches. Please let us know if you'd like to see a high offset 10" as the more feedback we have, the better!

-Tom

The BMW 763M rear wheels are 19*10 ET 40 and BMW can't keep them in stock. There is a shortage of quality aftermarket wheels with stock fitment. The Eidelweiss wheels are near stock offsets and very light. I do like your new wheel design.

[Mavus]

Originally Posted by AlpsRider

The BMW 763M rear wheels are 19*10 ET 40 and BMW can't keep them in stock. There is a shortage of quality aftermarket wheels with stock fitment. The Eidelweiss wheels are near stock offsets and very light. I do like your new wheel design.

Edelweiss wheels are not forged

[VisualEcho]

Originally Posted by Mavus

Edelweiss wheels are not forged

It's a hybrid flow-form/forged wheel, and given the design, no one would notice the difference between the LT°5 and a purely forged wheel.

[Mavus]

Originally Posted by VisualEcho

It's a hybrid flow-form/forged wheel, and given the design, no one would notice the difference between the LT°5 and a purely forged wheel.

except those that care about how it's made or what the price is. My comment stands.

[VisualEcho]

Originally Posted by Mavus

except those that care about how it's made or what the price is. My comment stands.

No worries bro, you're right at home on a snooty BMW board. Carry on.

[Mavus]

Originally Posted by VisualEcho

No worries bro, you're right at home on a snooty BMW board. Carry on.

no reason for that non value added comment. you don't know me. all it does is shows what type of person you are.

Focus on techical specs and value instead of personal attacks.

[AlpsRider]

Originally Posted by Mavus

Edelweiss wheels are not forged

Technically they are not forged but they are extremely light at about 18 lbs. My post was more about wheel size and offsets.

[Sundinisagod]

Originally Posted by VisualEcho

It's a hybrid flow-form/forged wheel, and given the design, no one would notice the difference between the LT°5 and a purely forged wheel.

Worth noting, the Edelweiss wheels are not intended for track use, while these are.

[VisualEcho]

Originally Posted by Sundinisagod

Worth noting, the Edelweiss wheels are not intended for track use, while these are.

Pretty obvious.

[MooMooM2]

Not that obvious since they always touting how light they are which most benefit would probably be on the track.