Bill Hunter of 2Wheels Magazine took them for a test ride. He wrote this rave review:

"But nothing is as astounding as the effect these BST 100% carbon fibre wheels have had on my bike. Nothing. Short of inventing warp drive, I've just peaked in the development of the XR. Actually, amazing is an understatement, I can't believe what a 'simple' wheel can do to the performance of a motorcycle.

The weight saving over the original wheels is equally as dramatic; we're talking 70% less rotating mass here! Imagine putting three two-kilogram bags of sugar in a sock and swinging them around your head, they will pull you off your feet. Well I've lost that on both front and rear, possibly more. At least 12-14kg off the wheels is an incredible result, no? . . . The XR1200 now feels more like a 650 Supermotard bike to ride, It changes direction with just a drop of either wrist and the acceleration and braking is also better off for the rim change. And just look at them, what works of art they are."