wire spoke wheels

[jlhalsey_imp]

There are a few reasons why nobody had done it yet, the first and foremost being the cost. Not only will you need the rims, but all three brake torots along with new tires and tubes to go along with them. I believe the cost would be close to $4,000 when all is said and done.
I am in no way telling you not to do it, but more the reasons why we haven't seen anyone else do it yet.
I believe the EX has ABS so that SHOULD be a non-issue.

i am in the middle of this swap. I have a 2013 std CB 1100 (no ABS). Takashi has sent me tires, tubes, wheels, collars, drive sprocket, axles, various bolts, nuts, washers, brake discs, rear drive hub etc. Was going well, front went on easily, however rear has been a bit more difficult. US market service manual is not adequate, you need the Japan market service manual for EX which is presently out of stock. Takashi sent me parts diagrams marked up to show the orientation and location of most parts.

Upon attempting to install the rear wheel assembly, it became apparent that the total width was greater than the cast wheel assembly. Takashi and I began the detective process. Swing arm was prime suspect, as part number was different than mine, however the inside width between the chain adjusters was same as Japan EX bike. Turns out the rear brake caliper for EX is narrower. Takashi is sending me the narrow caiper next week, hopefully this does the trick. the spoked rear wheel assembly is heavier than the cast original so now checking on shocks/spring rates.

Takashi has been very helpful. i also bought an EX center stand and have 2014 dual exhaust coming. then is will rest and enjoy the bike. Yes, it is not cheap but then the trade in on a 2014 which still lacks the wire wheels is not either.