Why choose Ultrasuede over leather?

Grip when hands are warm or damp. Smooth leather becomes slick under those conditions and a driver responds by holding tighter, which costs precision. Ultrasuede holds on, which is why suede-faced wheels have been standard in racing for decades. For a car that sees track days the Type-S Replacement Steering Wheel is the better surface.

Does the Type-S Replacement Steering Wheel keep the factory airbag?

Yes. It is a direct-fit wheel, so the airbag and the other original components transfer from the wheel being removed. Nothing about the safety system is bypassed or substituted, which is the difference between this and an aftermarket rim mounted on a boss kit.

How do I look after an Ultrasuede wheel?

Differently from leather. Ultrasuede picks up grease, sunscreen and hand cream, and those marks set if left. Clean it with a suede brush and a cleaner made for the material, never a leather conditioner, which will flatten the nap. Owners who dislike that upkeep should choose the leather version.

Are the factory parts included?

No. HKS supplies the wheel and the airbag moves across from the original, along with the other factory components. That avoids paying twice for parts already on the car, but it does mean the wheel being removed needs to be undamaged and complete.

It is not recommended. The job requires disconnecting and handling the airbag, a pyrotechnic device, and reinstalling it correctly matters. The mechanical side is simple enough; the safety system is the reason this belongs with an installer who does it routinely.

Is it the same shape as the leather wheel?

Yes. Both share the D-shape flat-bottom profile, the perforated thumb grips, the embroidered HKS centre mark and the oil-colour cross stitching. Only the grip material differs, Ultrasuede here against smooth genuine leather on part number 51999-AH003, so the choice is about surface and upkeep.

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HKS Type-S Replacement Steering Wheel for FL5 Honda Civic Type R

HKS’s Type-S Replacement Steering Wheel is the track answer for the FL5 Honda Civic Type R, and the difference from the leather version comes down to what happens when your hands get damp. Ultrasuede holds a grip that leather starts to give up on, which is why race cars have used suede-faced wheels for decades, and HKS perforates it at the thumb rests where the load concentrates. The wheel is otherwise a direct fit: the factory airbag and the other original components transfer across, so nothing about the safety system is improvised. The embroidered HKS centre mark and oil-colour cross stitching carry over from the leather wheel.

Design and Performance

Ultrasuede is the reason this version exists. It has a higher coefficient of friction than smooth hide, particularly once a hand is warm or damp, so inputs stay precise through a long session instead of the driver gradually tightening their grip to compensate. The Type-S Replacement Steering Wheel keeps the D-shape flat bottom for knee clearance in a car with a low seating position, and the perforated Ultrasuede thumb grips mark the hand positions without needing a stripe to do it.

Features

Ultrasuede main grip with perforated Ultrasuede thumb grips
Higher grip than leather when hands are warm or damp, which is why the Type-S Replacement Steering Wheel suits track use
Embroidered HKS logo centre mark with three-dimensional texture
Oil-colour cross stitching
D-shape flat-bottom profile for knee clearance
Supports transfer of factory components including the airbag
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, so the original wheel must be intact.
This wheel carries the factory airbag. Installation involves disconnecting and handling a pyrotechnic safety device and belongs with a qualified installer.
Ultrasuede needs different care from leather. It marks with grease and hand cream, and it is cleaned with a suede brush and a dedicated cleaner rather than a leather conditioner.
For a daily-driven car, the leather version is the HKS Replacement Steering Wheel for FL5 Honda Civic Type R 51999-AH003
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

Why choose Ultrasuede over leather? Grip when hands are warm or damp. Smooth leather becomes slick under those conditions and a driver responds by holding tighter, which costs precision. Ultrasuede holds on, which is why suede-faced wheels have been standard in racing for decades. For a car that sees track days the Type-S Replacement Steering Wheel is the better surface.
Does the Type-S Replacement Steering Wheel keep the factory airbag? Yes. It is a direct-fit wheel, so the airbag and the other original components transfer from the wheel being removed. Nothing about the safety system is bypassed or substituted, which is the difference between this and an aftermarket rim mounted on a boss kit.
How do I look after an Ultrasuede wheel? Differently from leather. Ultrasuede picks up grease, sunscreen and hand cream, and those marks set if left. Clean it with a suede brush and a cleaner made for the material, never a leather conditioner, which will flatten the nap. Owners who dislike that upkeep should choose the leather version.
Are the factory parts included? No. HKS supplies the wheel and the airbag moves across from the original, along with the other factory components. That avoids paying twice for parts already on the car, but it does mean the wheel being removed needs to be undamaged and complete.
Can I fit it myself? It is not recommended. The job requires disconnecting and handling the airbag, a pyrotechnic device, and reinstalling it correctly matters. The mechanical side is simple enough; the safety system is the reason this belongs with an installer who does it routinely.
Is it the same shape as the leather wheel? Yes. Both share the D-shape flat-bottom profile, the perforated thumb grips, the embroidered HKS centre mark and the oil-colour cross stitching. Only the grip material differs, Ultrasuede here against smooth genuine leather on part number 51999-AH003, so the choice is about surface and upkeep.

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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BP Pricing Difference

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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