Stock size is 17x7.5 with a 55 offset and a 5x114.3 lug pattern.

About any stock 17 inch wheel from Honda or Acura should fit minus the Ridgeline, Odyssey, Pilot and yhe Acura SUV stuff. Those I believe are all 5x120 bolt pattern.

 

i would recommend getting 16" rims for winter wheels. i have a set of michelin x-ice tires on 16" enkei wheels. 16" wheels will clear are brakes plenty.

 

Came across some used MSW OZ wheels 5x114.3 bolt pattern +45 offset, silver painted finish from an infiniti g37x. Tires are Michelin X-Ice 225/55/17, 2 at 60% and 2 at 40% which from what I can find will probably fit the HRV. Wonder if these would be good for winter wheels. I usually use Nokian Hakkepelitta studded tires but these might do for a year. Any comments?
Thanks,
Richard

 

Do you know the width of the wheels? The offset is lower than the OEM wheels, but not by much. That means it'll be closer to the fenders than the stock wheels. This shouldnt be a problem unless your HRV is lowered.

Another thing to consider is the hub size. You have to make sure it's the same size or bigger than the HRV's hub. If it's bigger, you can use hub rings to fit in the gaps.

I personally would try one on before purchasing them.

 

Thanks very much. The wheels are 17x7.5 which is wider than the maximum for the HRV which is 17x7. So it looks as if they won't fit. Good point about trying them on first.

 

The half inch difference shouldn't matter much. The specs are not far off from the OEM wheels. The center bore/hub size would be what I would check mainly.

 

The stock HR-V wheel is 17x7.5 with a 55 offset. Thats what was stamped on the back of my stick wheels anyways. So this set you found is the same width as the stock HR-V wheel.


The 45 offset of the new wheels will brimg them out 10 millimeters from where the face (stock wheel), is now in relation to the fender.


As stated you shouldnt have problems unless lowered.

If the hub bore is bigger, you actually wont need hub centric rings unless you use the wrong lug nuts. OEM nuts have a ball or accorn type seat which centers and holds the wheels in place.

Google, "different types of lug nuts" and you will find all the info you need. Make sure to use the proper lug nuts for whatever wheels you use.

 

If the hub bore is bigger, you actually wont need hub centric rings unless you use the wrong lug nuts. OEM nuts have a ball or accorn type seat which centers and holds the wheels in place.

Google, "different types of lug nuts" and you will find all the info you need. Make sure to use the proper lug nuts for whatever wheels you use.

This is one of those debatable topics. Some people say they use the right lug nuts and have no problems. I've read that you shouldn't put the weight of the wheel on the lugs as it puts pressure on them and could also cause vibration. I personally use aluminum hub centric rings as I've read that plastic rings can melt.

http://thesquealingtire.com/hub-centric-rings-defined

 

I never understood the difference till last year, researching buying winter rims for my HR-V.

Think about driving at high speeds, then hitting a pot hole.

With Hub Centric rims, the force goes directly from the rim to the center hub which is very strong.
With Lug Centric, the force is put on the lug nuts at 90 deg angle, not near as strong.

I"ll never go back (lots of pot holes on the roads in Canada with our winters)

 

Thanks for these comments. Interesting discussion about something I knew nothing about. I read some places they're 17x7 and other places they're 17x7.5. Does it make any difference? When I look at wheels on the Canadian Tire web site, the great majority that fit the HR-V are lugcentric. In fact only three are listed as hub centric. I believe Honda uses ball seat nuts so shouldn't those center the wheels whether they're hub centric or lug centric? But from what I understand from the posts and links here (if I understand correctly), it might be better to get hub centric rims for Nova Scotia - lots of potholes. Or to make it easy just make sure to get rims with the same bore size as the original equipment.

 

I found the Canadian tire sizing section insufficient, so I confirmed the rim/size I wanted elsewhere, then ordered the rim through Canadian tire.
Canadian tire does price matching, so they cost just over 100 each.
I highly recommend some winter alloys like the ones I bought here.

http://www.hrvforum.com/forum/401-tires-wheels-suspension/1561-honda-hrv-winter-tires-5.html

http://www.rtxwheels.com/en/wheels/rtxwheels-hyogo-silver
http://www.emwholesaleautoaccessories.ca/SearchResults.asp?Search=hyogo&Search.x=0&Search.y=0

 

Not "other" but there is a listing on eBay for brand new (dealer takeoffs) wheels for $130 each (plus shipping). I bought one last night, and 4 remain available. If you have severely rashed one of the HR-V wheels, this is less than the cost of refinishing a wheel, and you will have a brand new wheel, not one that has been patched up.

 

Not "other" but there is a listing on eBay for brand new (dealer takeoffs) wheels for $130 each (plus shipping).

Wheel was just delivered. "New condition" exactly as described, including the "H" logo cap in the center of the wheel. Beautiful packaging, with a black cloth cover stretched across the face of the wheel and closed-cell foam all around the rim. I had a moment of trepidation when I saw a "Black Widow" label on the outside of the box. This is a reputable source on eBay.

This is the wheel I'm replacing:

 

Nice and a good price but doesn't ship to Canada, unfortunately.

 

I think that one of the suggestions for this forum is to set up a "Buy/Sell/Trade" section. There seem to be a lot of people who have replaced the OEM wheels with custom after market wheels, so there must be some people here who want to free up some space/recoup some of their investment.

 

^^^^ Yeah, I did in the "Forum Structure" thread. 1st post on page 2. If you read through the thread, I was about the only one the MOD ignored.

http://www.hrvforum.com/forum/425-hrvforum-com-forum-information-help/25242-forums-structure.html

Id like it so maybe I could help and others over seas and they could help me and we both get parts that arent offered in our own countries. Done it on other sites with great results for both parties.

But, I believe this site is actually owned by the sponsor and is why I dont think we will ever see a WTB, FS, Trade section on here.

 

I agree, we need a classifieds section. I think this is the only car forum that I've seen without one. When I first joined I figured the forum was fairly new and the mods missed it and it'll come up eventually. Now that more than a few people have mentioned it, it seems like we might not be getting one at all.

 

I'm just a baby sitter here and don't make any forum change. I guess there are more cons than pros when having a Sell/trade/wanted section for the people that operate this forum?

There is no forum rule that prevents anyone from making a Sell/Wanted post. As long as they are not inappropriate.

 

Understood, but many sites have a Classified section that allows users to focus on these interests, without spamming the general forum. This screenshot is from a motorcycle forum running on the same software:

 

You'll need to ask the Admin as why there isn't a section here.

 

I got them 16" with the Michelin X-Ice 3 215/60R16 99H XL

Low rolling resistance for extra fuel efficiency, the minus size helps in the snow and with costs.
I like the simple design, easy to clean, and the design is fitting for the HR-V

 

Since I have occasionally unplowed back roads to travel the Michelins aren't likely to work for me. Prefer the Nokian Hakkepelitta 8s with studs. It's got to be the ultimate snow tire.

But how does the 16 help in the snow? You lose an inch of clearancc. I would think the smaller diameter would make the car more likely to hang up in deeper snow.

 

But how does the 16 help in the snow? You lose an inch of clearance. I would think the smaller diameter would make the car more likely to hang up in deeper snow.

When you minus size, you drop an inch off the rim diameter, but then replace that with a taller tire, to keep the outside diameter the same. This ensures your odometer, speedometer, and clearance stay the same.

There is a good read here.
http://www.tirerack.com/winter/tech/techpage.jsp?techid=126
Winter / Snow Tire Tech
Size Selection of Winter / Snow Tires

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Priorities for Sizing Winter Tires Are Different

Original Equipment tire and wheel sizing has evolved over the years to where yesterday's typical 13", 14" and 15" sizes have been replaced with today's 16", 17", 18" and larger sizes. For that matter, many current cars, vans and light trucks now feature wide, low profile tires mounted on large diameter wheels as standard equipment or factory options.
"...if you're likely to drive through deep snow this year, you'll want winter / snow tires and wheels in sizes that help put the laws of physics on your side."
Unfortunately wide, low profile tires have to "plow" a wide path through deep snow, where narrower tires have an easier time. So if you're likely to drive through deep snow this year, you'll want winter / snow tires and wheels in sizes that help put the laws of physics on your side.
Save Money While Enhancing Your Vehicle's Deep Snow Traction

Tire Rack's Preferred Winter Packages* often feature alternate sizes that combine smaller diameter wheels (that fit over the vehicle's Original Equipment brakes and within its wheelwell) with narrower, higher profile tires (that have equivalent load capacities and overall diameters). This not only promotes better deep snow traction, but also results in less expensive Winter / Snow Tire & Wheel Packages. An additional advantage higher profile tire sizes offer is they feature taller sidewalls and smaller diameter wheels that more easily resist damage associated with winter road hazards and early spring potholes.
Winter Tire and Wheel Packages are available for many vehicles. Select our Preferred Package* for your vehicle or build your own package today.
Winter tire sizes should be based on one of the following:

Your Vehicle's Original Equipment Tire and Wheel Size
While not offering a dimensional advantage, choosing winter tires and wheels in the Original Equipment size to seasonally replace the vehicle's Summer or All-Season tires will offer more traction in cold temperatures, slush, snow and ice thanks to the winter tire's tread design and compound that remains pliable in below-freezing and sub-zero temperatures.
The Tire and Wheel Size From Your Vehicle's Base Model
This is often an easy way to select an appropriate narrow tire for your car, van or truck. For example, a 2012 Honda Accord EX Sedan would store its original 225/50R17-sized tires in favor of the 2012 Honda Accord SE Sedan's 215/60R16-sized winter tires on 16" wheels. While only a small dimensional difference, this combination will reduce your cost while increasing your vehicle's wintertime traction.
A Minus Size Tire and Wheel
Minus Sizing uses traditional Plus Sizing techniques in reverse. It combines taller profile tires with smaller diameter wheels. For example, the owner of a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SEL would store the original 225/45HR17-sized tires in favor of a Minus One 205/55R16-size on 16" wheels (where the wheel diameter is 1" smaller and the tire's sidewalls are ½" taller) or Minus Two 195/65R15-size on 15" wheels (where the wheel diameter is 2" smaller and the tire's sidewalls are 1" taller).
Minus Sizing Example for Winter Tires

O.E. SIZE
MINUS ONE
MINUS TWO

• 17" x 7.5" WHEEL 225/45HR17
• 16" x 7.5" 205/55R16
• 15" x 6.5" WHEEL 195/65R15

When choosing base model sizing or minus sizing, not only would deep snow traction be enhanced, but the cost of a base model or minus sized Winter / Snow Tire & Wheel Package is usually lower than a package maintaining your vehicle's original size tires and wheels.
You can use our Winter Shop by Vehicle link or speak with one of our sales specialists to find tires that are right for you and the winter roads you drive on.
*Preferred Packages available for most vehicles. Most feature minus sizing for cost-effective winter traction.

 

I have a set of 225 R16 snow tires from my old car that are in mint condition. I wonder how bad that would be to throw on the HR-V. Seems like a big difference in size to me...

 

http://www.tirerack.com/snow/Compar...mpareList=2,12&compare=true&sortHighLow=lowToHigh&displayResults=50&sortValue=1

Tire rack recommends downsized
Size: 215/60R16
or
Size: 225/60R16

So if your tires are 60R, should be good on the right 16 inch rims.

 

Thanks very much, Demetra, you've convinced me and I understand a bit more. I got especially convinced when I discovered that the 16" Nokian tires are $40 less a tire than the 17" ones .

I was leaning towards the steelies for rims but now you've also got my attention with your discovery of the RTX, HYOGO, 16 x 6.5, 5 x 114.3, 45, 64.1 rims. I've been really unhappy with the steel rims on my Mazda 3 and Kia. Around here the snow and ice tends to pack into the wheels and trying to get it out through the little holes in the steel rims is frustrating. I usually have to stop 4 or 5 times on the way to work and pick through the little holes with a screw driver. Otherwise the car shakes like crazy over 70 kph. Maybe worth it even though they're nearly twice the price of the steelies.

Did you have to order bulge lugnuts for the wheels?

Thanks again.
Richard

 

I got especially convinced when I discovered that the 16" Nokian tires are $40 less a tire than the 17" ones .

Maybe worth it even though they're nearly twice the price of the steelies.

Did you have to order bulge lugnuts for the wheels?

Thanks again.
Richard

You save twice with downsizing, cheaper rims plus cheaper tires.

The winter alloys are :
lighter weight, which saves you gas.
have a longer life, as they won't rust like the winter steelies will
better looking (IMHO)

http://tires.canadiantire.ca/en/whe...ility_EX_7x17#REGULAR#Both&showSavedVehicle=true&pn_ps=10&pn_ok=Price_up&pn_p=1
$84.99 HRV steel rims

hyogo-wheel-in-silver/1419734/
$129.99 CTX REPLICA Hyogo Wheel in Silver

Bring in a print out of the Canadian price match
http://www.emwholesaleautoaccessories.ca/SearchResults.asp?Search=hyogo&Search.x=0&Search.y=0
$112.99 CTX REPLICA Hyogo Wheel in Silver
So the price difference is $28 over steelies!

There is no extra shipping, as they are sold by Canadian tire.
And you don't need the special lug nuts, the stocks work fine.

Just seems like a win/win, I"m very pleased with them.

Dimitri

 

Thanks again, Dimitri. You've certainly provided a lot of great information on this site. Tremendously helpful.

Thought I'd give some thought again to the Michelin X-Ice 3 but they aren't currently listed on Canadian Tire in 16", only in 17". Maybe they'll become available again closer to winter. There's no hurry.

Best regards,
Richard

 

I did my sizing online
http://www.tirerack.com/snow/Winter...oModel=HR-V&autoModClar=EX&winterType=AB&startIndex=0&search=true&performance=W

• Size: 215/60R16 99H XL

http://tires.canadiantire.ca/en/tires/winter-tires/product/0051817P/michelin-x-ice-xi3/
When you shop by tire they are listed, but online does not list the correct size as available.

I was confused as well, so I went in the store. They are there, and were even in stock at my store.

What did we do before the Internet!

Dimitri

 

What did we do indeed! Wow, they sure are a lot cheaper than the Nokians which are $178 each. The difference more than makes up for the alloy wheels. How did you find them in deep snow?

Richard

 

When you pick the size, the price adjusts.
I think the X-Ice 3 is close to $175 regular price in the right size.

When I bought them on sale last Nov, I got them close to 120 each, using a Canadian tire sale plus a Michelin mail in promotion .

I live in Northern Western Ontario, so we do get snow and ice.
My 2WD HR-V was fine, but I never drove though any blizzards!

Might be cheaper to wait for sales in the fall.

 

Nice tire calculator for those who are thinking of other sizes:

http://www.discounttiredirect.com/direct/infoTireMath.do

 

Honda HRV rims alternative

Hi. I recently purchases my 2016 Honda HRV, which comes with P215/55R17 tires, 7.5Jx17 ET55 rims and 5x 114.3 bolt pattern. I have a used set of Mazda 5 2008 rims+wheels, which are P205/50R17 wheels, 6.5Jx17 ET52.5 rims and 5x114.3 bolt pattern. Will they be compatible?

 

Hi. I recently purchases my 2016 Honda HRV, which comes with P215/55R17 tires, 7.5Jx17 ET55 rims and 5x 114.3 bolt pattern. I have a used set of Mazda 5 2008 rims+wheels, which are P205/50R17 wheels, 6.5Jx17 ET52.5 rims and 5x114.3 bolt pattern. Will they be compatible?

http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html says....

Specification  Sidewall  Radius  Diameter  Circumference  Revs/Mile  Difference
215/55-17         4.7in  13.2in    26.3in         82.7in        767        0.0%
205/50-17         4.0in  12.5in    25.1in         78.8in        804       -4.7%

Based on the size of the tire alone, I'd say no, they would not be a good fit.

 

Would 18 x7.5 with a 48 offset work?

 

Yes, that will work. Just make sure that the center bore is 64.1 mm or bigger. If bigger, I'd recommend hubcentric rings for a snug fit.