Does the Replacement Steering Wheel for FL5 keep the factory airbag?

Yes. HKS designed the Replacement Steering Wheel for FL5 so the original components, the airbag included, transfer across from the wheel being removed. That is what separates a direct-fit replacement from an aftermarket rim on a boss kit, where the airbag is usually lost and the warning light stays on.

What is the grip material?

Smooth genuine cowhide leather across the main grip, with perforated leather at the thumb rests. The perforation is functional rather than decorative, adding texture at the two points where a hand loads the wheel hardest. Stitching is a cross pattern in an oil colour, and the centre mark is an embroidered HKS logo.

Are the factory parts included?

No. HKS supplies the wheel itself, and the airbag along with the other original components are moved over from the wheel you remove. That keeps the cost down and avoids duplicating parts you already own, but it does mean the original wheel needs to be undamaged.

It is not recommended. Removing a steering wheel on the FL5 means disconnecting and handling the airbag, which is a pyrotechnic device, and getting the reinstallation wrong has real consequences. The mechanical work is straightforward; the safety system is the reason to use a qualified installer.

How does it differ from the Type-S version?

Material. This wheel uses smooth genuine leather across the grip, while the Type-S version, part number 51999-AH002, uses Ultrasuede with perforated Ultrasuede thumb grips. Ultrasuede holds a gloved or damp hand better and is the choice for track use; leather is the more comfortable daily surface.

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HKS Replacement Steering Wheel for FL5 Honda Civic Type R

HKS’s Replacement Steering Wheel for FL5 Honda Civic Type R is a direct-fit wheel rather than an aftermarket rim on a boss kit, and that distinction is the whole appeal: the factory airbag transfers across, so nothing about the car’s safety systems is left improvised. The grip is smooth genuine leather with perforated leather at the thumb rests, where hands actually sit and sweat, and the D-shape flat bottom clears knees on the way in and out. The centre mark is an embroidered HKS logo with real three-dimensional texture, and the cross stitching is done in an oil colour that catches light against the black hide.

Design and Performance

The FL5 leaves the factory with a good wheel, so HKS did not try to reinvent it; it improved the materials and the shape at the points of contact. Smooth cowhide across the main grip is softer to the touch and warmer in cold weather than the factory covering, and the perforated leather thumb grips add texture exactly where grip is loaded through a corner. The Replacement Steering Wheel for FL5 keeps the D-shape flat bottom, which on a car with a low seating position is about knee clearance as much as it is about looks.

Features

Smooth genuine leather main grip with perforated leather thumb grips
Embroidered HKS logo centre mark with three-dimensional texture, not a printed badge
Oil-colour cross stitching
D-shape flat-bottom profile for knee clearance
Supports transfer of factory components including the airbag
The Replacement Steering Wheel for FL5 weighs 2.3kg complete

Applications

Honda Civic Type R: FL5 | 2023-present | K20C

Notes

Factory parts are not supplied with this wheel. The airbag and the other original components transfer from the wheel being removed, which is normal for this type of product but means the original wheel must be intact.
This wheel carries the factory airbag. Installation involves disconnecting and handling a pyrotechnic safety device, so it belongs with a qualified installer rather than a driveway job.
The same wheel is offered in Ultrasuede as the HKS Type-S Replacement Steering Wheel for FL5 Honda Civic Type R 51999-AH002, which trades leather for a higher-friction surface
HKS also makes a matching carbon shift knob for the FL5 (part number 51999-AH001), which Bulletproof Automotive does not currently stock
Browse the full HKS range on Bulletproof Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Replacement Steering Wheel for FL5 keep the factory airbag? Yes. HKS designed the Replacement Steering Wheel for FL5 so the original components, the airbag included, transfer across from the wheel being removed. That is what separates a direct-fit replacement from an aftermarket rim on a boss kit, where the airbag is usually lost and the warning light stays on.
What is the grip material? Smooth genuine cowhide leather across the main grip, with perforated leather at the thumb rests. The perforation is functional rather than decorative, adding texture at the two points where a hand loads the wheel hardest. Stitching is a cross pattern in an oil colour, and the centre mark is an embroidered HKS logo.
Are the factory parts included? No. HKS supplies the wheel itself, and the airbag along with the other original components are moved over from the wheel you remove. That keeps the cost down and avoids duplicating parts you already own, but it does mean the original wheel needs to be undamaged.
Can I fit it myself? It is not recommended. Removing a steering wheel on the FL5 means disconnecting and handling the airbag, which is a pyrotechnic device, and getting the reinstallation wrong has real consequences. The mechanical work is straightforward; the safety system is the reason to use a qualified installer.
How does it differ from the Type-S version? Material. This wheel uses smooth genuine leather across the grip, while the Type-S version, part number 51999-AH002, uses Ultrasuede with perforated Ultrasuede thumb grips. Ultrasuede holds a gloved or damp hand better and is the choice for track use; leather is the more comfortable daily surface.

About HKS

HKS is a Japanese performance engineering brand founded in 1973 and headquartered in Fujinomiya, Shizuoka, with a long-standing reputation for developing high-quality aftermarket parts and motorsport-proven technology for enthusiast and professional applications. Known for innovations in turbocharging and engine performance, HKS produces a broad range of components including exhaust systems, turbo kits, electronics / engine management, and suspension solutions, with product development heavily influenced by decades of involvement in racing disciplines such as circuit time attack, drag, and drifting.

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Items that are in stock in the US, either at Bulletproof’s warehouse or at a supplier’s warehouse, are generally delivered within 7-10 days. Special order items from overseas take considerably longer. As a courtesy Bulletproof offers delivery estimates to our customers which take into consideration manufacturer availability and shipping schedule. These estimates represent our best guess based on previous orders from the manufacturer and do not in any way imply a guaranteed delivery window. Many manufacturers work in a “just in time” inventory system and often take 2-20+ weeks to produce an item once an order is submitted. All deliverable items are then sent to our Japanese warehouse. Bulletproof ships a minimum of one full ocean freight container every month from Japan, oftentimes more than one a month. Ocean freight takes an average of 4 weeks. Typically it breaks down to one week in Japan for paperwork and customs, two weeks by boat and one week in US customs/clearance. Due to the wide number of variables between manufacturer and shipping schedules, delivery estimates are simply just that – estimates. We attempt to estimate conservatively and we usually deliver faster than our estimates suggest. It is not Bulletproof’s policy to guarantee delivery time of any special order item, this is impossible for us to do. By ordering you acknowledge that there is no required delivery ETA and an order may not be canceled or altered due to manufacturing or shipping delays, all ETA’s are provided as a best guess only. Please review the full Terms & Conditions here.

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We do pricing a little differently on our JDM brands and we believe in making things simple and clear. No hidden fees or surcharges. Every price you see includes the shipping cost to our office in Los Angeles, California and all the associated taxes/duties/fees for bringing the products into the US. The only shipping you ever pay is from our facility in the US to your location. Be wary of resellers that don’t include the cost of international shipping in their pricing on JDM parts. While we believe we’ll always have the lowest all-in price on JDM products, we offer a price match guarantee for all authentic parts purchased from authorized dealers as well. For many international customers, it’s much more affordable to ship from the USA than from Japan directly, as the air freight and ocean freight costs are typically much less. However, for customers looking to ship directly from Japan outside of North America, or domestically in Japan, we can provide pricing specifically for that scenario. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any pricing questions or concerns. Please email us at sales@bulletproofautomotive.com with any inquiries.

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