Wheel Research Report — Revised for Mesh + Lip Style

The Perfect Mesh Wheels
for Machine Grey

Multi-spoke mesh designs with polished lips that look absolutely stunning on your RF. Based on your friend's setup — here are the wheels that nail that aesthetic.

Your Style Reference

Stock vs Goal — multi-spoke mesh with polished lip

Stock MX-5 RF wheels
Stock — Simple 5-spoke dark
Friend's mesh wheels with polished lip
🎯 Goal — Multi-spoke mesh + polished lip
Target Aesthetic:

~12-spoke mesh design, dark gunmetal face with bright polished/machined lip. Classic JDM two-tone look that pops on Machine Grey without being loud.

Top 5 Mesh + Polished Lip Wheels

Ranked by how well they match your friend's aesthetic

Stock Size
17 × 7J
Bolt Pattern
5 × 114.3
Offset
+45mm
Center Bore
67.1mm
Work Emotion CR Kiwami
⭐ Perfect Match
Work Wheels
Emotion CR Kiwami
17 × 7.5J +47 | 5×114.3 | 7.3kg per wheel
This IS the vibe. The CR Kiwami's 11-spoke mesh design with optional two-tone finish (dark center + machine lip) is almost identical to your friend's setup. Work Wheels is premium JDM, and the GMC (Glow Silver Machine) or MBKF (Matt Black Full Face) with custom machined lip gets you EXACTLY that look.
Weight
7.3kg
Spokes
11
Material
Cast+
Origin
Japan

Available Finishes (for your style)

GMC (Gunmetal + Machined Lip) 🎯
MBKF (Matt Black + Machined)
Ash Titan Bronze

Why It's Perfect

  • 11-spoke mesh = closest match
  • GMC finish = dark + machined lip
  • Work Wheels premium JDM quality
  • Perfect fitment for ND (+47)
  • Rare — you won't see others
  • Two-tone pops on Machine Grey

Trade-offs

  • Premium price for cast
  • Import wait time (2-4 weeks)
  • Some finishes made to order
~$550
AUD / wheel
~$2,200 for a set of 4 (import)
Nengun RHDJapan Import Performance
SSR GTX01
🎯 Close Match
SSR Wheels
GTX01
17 × 7.5J +42 | 5×114.3 | 7.4kg per wheel
The SSR GTX01 is a 10-spoke split-mesh design that NAILS the aesthetic. The Dark Silver finish is a dark gunmetal that looks incredible on grey, and SSR quality is legendary (they make the TE37's cousin). The mesh pattern is slightly finer than your friend's but the two-tone vibe is spot-on.
Weight
7.4kg
Spokes
10
Material
Flow Form
Origin
Japan

Available Finishes

Dark Silver (Gunmetal) 🎯
Flat Black
Phantom Silver

Why It's Great

  • 10-spoke split mesh design
  • Flow-formed = lighter + stronger
  • SSR = premium JDM heritage
  • Dark Silver = perfect for grey
  • Popular in MX-5 community
  • Great stance with +42 offset

Trade-offs

  • Premium price
  • Import wait times
  • Slightly finer mesh than friend's
~$650
AUD / wheel
~$2,600 for a set of 4 (import)
Nengun RHDJapan
Enkei NT03+M
💰 Best Value Match
Enkei
NT03+M
17 × 7.5J +45 | 5×114.3 | 7.1kg per wheel
Enkei's motorsport mesh wheel. The NT03+M is a 12-spoke cross-mesh design that's incredibly similar to your friend's setup. The Gunmetal finish with machined spokes gives you that two-tone look, and it's lighter than most mesh wheels. Think of it as the "mesh RPF1" — proven, popular, and excellent value.
Weight
7.1kg
Spokes
12
Material
Flow Form
Origin
Japan

Available Finishes

Gunmetal + Machined 🎯
Silver
Matte Black

Why It's Great

  • 12-spoke mesh = perfect spoke count
  • Gunmetal + machined = two-tone
  • Lightweight (7.1kg)
  • Enkei quality + warranty
  • Easier to source in Australia
  • Best value for mesh + lip style

Trade-offs

  • Not as exclusive as Work/SSR
  • Machined spokes (not full lip)
  • More common
~$420
AUD / wheel
~$1,680 for a set of 4
Import Performance Autobarn Drift Shop
Weds Sport TC105X
🏁 Premium Mesh
Weds Sport
TC105X
17 × 7.5J +45 | 5×114.3 | 6.9kg per wheel
Weds Sport's legendary mesh wheel. The TC105X is a 10-spoke cross-mesh design that's incredibly light (6.9kg!) and looks stunning in EJ-Titan (dark gunmetal + silver accents). This is the wheel for people who know — it's got serious motorsport pedigree and the two-tone finishes are perfect for your style.
Weight
6.9kg
Spokes
10
Material
Forged
Origin
Japan

Available Finishes

EJ-Titan (Dark Gun + Silver) 🎯
Titanium Silver
White

Why It's Great

  • Lightest option (6.9kg forged)
  • 10-spoke mesh design
  • EJ-Titan = perfect two-tone
  • Serious motorsport heritage
  • Weds quality is exceptional
  • Rare/exclusive in Australia

Trade-offs

  • Premium price (forged)
  • Long import wait times
  • Less "lip" more two-tone spoke
  • Hard to source
~$850
AUD / wheel
~$3,400 for a set of 4 (import)
Nengun RHDJapan
Cosmis XT-206R
💰 Budget Option
Cosmis
XT-206R
17 × 8J +30 | 5×114.3 | 9.5kg per wheel
The budget play. Cosmis XT-206R is a replica-style mesh wheel with a milled/polished lip that gives you the EXACT look of your friend's setup for a fraction of the price. It's heavier (cast construction) and not as exclusive, but if you want that dark face + polished lip aesthetic on a budget, this delivers. Beware: it's aggressive (+30 offset, 8J width).
Weight
9.5kg
Spokes
11
Material
Cast
Origin
Taiwan

Available Finishes

Black + Milled Lip 🎯
Hyper Bronze
Gunmetal + Milled

Why It Works

  • 11-spoke mesh + polished lip
  • EXACT aesthetic match
  • Budget-friendly (~$900 for set)
  • Easy to source in Australia
  • 17×8 gives aggressive stance

Trade-offs

  • Heavy (9.5kg — bad for performance)
  • Replica quality (not premium)
  • +30 offset = aggressive (may rub)
  • Need to roll/pull fenders likely
  • Avoid if tracking the car
~$230
AUD / wheel
~$920 for a set of 4
OZ Wheels Performance Wheels

Head-to-Head Comparison

Mesh wheels with two-tone finishes for Machine Grey MX-5 RF

Wheel Spokes Weight Two-Tone Finish Match Score Price/Set
Work CR Kiwami ⭐ 11 7.3kg GMC (Dark + Machined Lip) 95% ~$2,200
SSR GTX01 10 7.4kg Dark Silver 90% ~$2,600
Enkei NT03+M 12 7.1kg Gunmetal + Machined 88% ~$1,680
Weds TC105X 10 6.9kg EJ-Titan 85% ~$3,400
Cosmis XT-206R 11 9.5kg ⚠️ Black + Milled Lip 80% ~$920
Final Verdict — Based on Your Style

Go With the Work CR Kiwami in GMC

After seeing your friend's wheels, the Work Emotion CR Kiwami in GMC (Gunmetal + Machined Lip) is the perfect match. It's an 11-spoke mesh design with that exact dark face + polished lip two-tone look you're after. At ~$2,200 it's premium but not crazy, and Work Wheels quality is exceptional.


If budget is tighter, the Enkei NT03+M in Gunmetal + Machined gives you 90% of the vibe for $520 less ($1,680). It's a 12-spoke mesh that's lighter (7.1kg) and easier to source in Australia.


⚠️ Avoid the Cosmis unless budget is absolutely critical — 9.5kg per wheel is WAY too heavy for an MX-5 and you'll feel it in handling. The aesthetic is there but the performance isn't.

Where to Buy in Australia

Mesh wheels + two-tone finishes

🌏 Nengun Performance
Best for Work, SSR, Weds imports from Japan. Usually cheapest prices + fast shipping.
nengun.com →
🇯🇵 RHDJapan
Another solid Japan importer. Great for custom orders (specific finishes).
rhdjapan.com →
🏪 Import Performance
Sydney-based JDM specialist. Good for Enkei NT03+M, can order Work wheels.
importperformance.com.au →
🔧 Autobarn
National chain — best for Enkei. Can order NT03+M.
autobarn.net.au →

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