Stock wheel offset Xpedition

So I seen on the Polaris website they are coming out with new wheels that fit stock wheels offset, which they say is +61.8mm offset Is what they’re showing. Can anyone confirm what I’m reading? Because if true there’s only a very few after market wheels that are available to keep you under the 65 inch wheel width requirement In some Midwest states.

System 3 has their SB6 And SB7 series with the standard offset for Xpeditions,

Method has their 407 and 412 series that are only 6” wide but maintain the standard offset.

Tusk has their Uinta and Tintic series

ITP has their Hurricane series.

That’s what I’ve been able to find so far.

I run stock offset S3 SB6 and think mine still measured between 66 and 67 wide. I dont ride anywhere with a width restriction but would probably be tight or not doable if I did.

I went to System3 SB6 wheels with 33" ITP Coyote tires and I'm about 68" wide now. I was about 65". I'm measuring at the bulge.

What are considerations when installing 5 / 2 wheels on an X as opposed to the +61.8mm offset / stock offset. thanks in advance for your consideration, Will this cause rubbing, smaller tire size limitation?, larger tire size maximum, warranty violation, 64 inch trail restrictions, bolt pattern constrains. Is it correct to suggest that the stock wheel is roughly +4.5 / -2.5 offset? on a 7 inch wheel?

f150harley said:

What are considerations when installing 5 / 2 wheels on an X as opposed to the +61.8mm offset / stock offset. thanks in advance for your consideration, Will this cause rubbing, smaller tire size limitation?, larger tire size maximum, warranty violation, 64 inch trail restrictions, bolt pattern constrains. Is it correct to suggest that the stock wheel is roughly +4.5 / -2.5 offset? on a 7 inch wheel?

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I have 1” lug adapters and 4/3 offset wheels on my XP5. It doesn’t affect tire sizes at all. I could easily fit 32s or 33s without rubbing. As for trail restrictions, it depends on how strict they are about the restrictions, but you’ll definitely be wider. Probably around 68”.
As far as as the warranty is concerned, the factory warranty is only 6 months. If you’re concerned about that just wait a bit, but it’s unlikely it’ll be a problem. And finally, 5/4.5 lug UTV wheels are a fairly new thing, starting with the Pro Rs, but wheel manufacturers are adding new options pretty quickly. There are several manufacturers that have had 5 lug wheels available for a while, including; Method, Packard, Hostile, System 3 and others.

JTBarlow said:

I have 1” lug adapters and 4/3 offset wheels on my XP5. It doesn’t affect tire sizes at all. I could easily fit 32s or 33s without rubbing. As for trail restrictions, it depends on how strict they are about the restrictions, but you’ll definitely be wider. Probably around 68”.
As far as as the warranty is concerned, the factory warranty is only 6 months. If you’re concerned about that just wait a bit, but it’s unlikely it’ll be a problem. And finally, 5/4.5 lug UTV wheels are a fairly new thing, starting with the Pro Rs, but wheel manufacturers are adding new options pretty quickly. There are several manufacturers that have had 5 lug wheels available for a while, including; Method, Packard, Hostile, System 3 and others.

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thanks for confirming this... that opens up many more wheels I can consider.

f150harley said:

thanks for confirming this... that opens up many more wheels I can consider.

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would the lug adapters be necessary in my example? I like the wider stance they would give. not concerned about wider stance... in fact I prefer.

f150harley said:

would the lug adapters be necessary in my example? I like the wider stance they would give. not concerned about wider stance... in fact I prefer.

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I used the adapters to go from 5/4.5 to 4/156 so I could use the Raceline beadlocks that I had on my General, they’re 4/3 offset and put my overall width at 72”

I am running 5+2 and I am 68" wide. Should be way more stable than the stock width

So I am looking at buying these wheels for my xpedition. 5 +1 offset. Am I gaining any width because these are only 6" wheels where the stock wheels are 7" wide with a .68mm off set.

johndeerefarmer said:

I am running 5+2 and I am 68" wide. Should be way more stable than the stock width

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Thank you for your post. I am looking to put 33x10’s all the way around and upgrading rims to 15x7 5/4.5 5x2. Will this widen the wheel base from stock and if so by how much?

Billlintz said:

Thank you for your post. I am looking to put 33x10’s all the way around and upgrading rims to 15x7 5/4.5 5x2. Will this widen the wheel base from stock and if so by how much?

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The stock wheels are a 6/1 offset so a 5/2 will only add about 2” to your width. Depending on the brand of wheel of course… the majority of brands using the x/x offset measure from the edge of the wheel to the hub face. Packard Performance, however, measures from the edge of the wheel to where the center plate bolts to the wheel, so the hub face is around an inch further in. Basically a Packard 5/2 offset wheel is closer to other brand’s 4/3 offset.

I like 5+2. Gives you a little more stability and doesn't mess with the steering geometry like a 4+3 does.
Having said that I have been 68" wide since I got the machine and it's still too tippy. I will be installing the SATV long travel kit in the next month and should be 74" wide when done

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The stock wheels are a 6/1 offset so a 5/2 will only add about 2” to your width. Depending on the brand of wheel of course… the majority of brands using the x/x offset measure from the edge of the wheel to the hub face. Packard Performance, however, measures from the edge of the wheel to where the center plate bolts to the wheel, so the hub face is around an inch further in. Basically a Packard 5/2 offset wheel is closer to other brand’s 4/3 offset.

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Thank you. Being new to this sport, I have really tried to learn from others. Your explanation was very helpful. You referenced Packard Performance for wheels. These appear to be top tier wheels. Do you have any other suggestions?

I have been using STI beadlocks for the past 12 years. Never had a problem with them. They're more a budget-friendly wheel. But then again I ride on rocks a lot and they're going to get beat up so I don't want an expensive one

Method, Hostile, Raceline, Valor, and System 3 are some of the brands I know of that have wheels for the Xpedition. I’ve had personal experience with Raceline and Method wheels and they were great. All of those have more budget friendly options whereas Packard is pretty expensive across the board.
Typically, beadlocks will be more expensive, both for the wheel and tire mounting/dismounting, than non-beadlock wheels.
Method has an alternative to beadlocks that they call “Beadgrip”. Those have ridges in the bead that grip the tire better than standard wheels lessen the chance of popping a bead when you’re running low tire pressures. They also mount and dismount tires the same as a standard wheel, so you shouldn’t have a problem with shops that refuse to do beadlocks.

I’m personally a fan of beadlock wheels on my SxSs as I can wind up riding in sandy areas as easily as rocks or desert trails, and being able to drop my tire pressures down to 6-8 psi makes running the dunes much better. I can’t say any of those brands are better than the others (aside from the Beadgrip only being offered by Method). As far as I can tell, it comes down to personal preference in the styles they offer.