{"product_id":"hks-front-carbon-brace-23-civic-type-r-fl5","title":"HKS Front Carbon Brace - 23+ Civic Type R (FL5)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- This body reinforcement brace uses a carbon shaft manufactured by GRAPHITE DESIGN, a leading company in carbon shafts for golf.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- A carbon brace bar is added to connect the left and right front struts to increase rigidity, and the carbon material has a vibration damping effect to reduce unpleasant vibrations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Not only does it eliminate the unpleasant stiffness that can easily occur with metal reinforcement bars, but the carbon shaft absorbs unpleasant vibrations, resulting in a smooth, high-quality ride without any unpleasantness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDevelopment team's comment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Without the carbon brace, steering lacked linearity and felt imprecise, making the car harder to control. On the track, this vague response made limit behavior unpredictable, reducing driver confidence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Installing the carbon brace improves steering linearity, delivering sharper feedback and a more connected driving experience - both on road and circuit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- For enhanced aesthetics and weight savings, we crafted the upper plate from machined aluminum with a hollowed outer perimeter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- This marks the first time in the series we've designed it exclusively for front installation. As this is an FF (front-engine, front-wheel-drive) vehicle, the front brace alone provides significant benefits. A rear installation would require interior modifications without substantial performance gains, so we omitted it.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNot just increasing strength, but also the necessity to emphasize flexibility. Achieving both high strength and flexibility through joint development with a leading golf shaft company\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Enhanced rigidity without compromising ride comfort: HKS addressed the common concern of poor ride quality with general braces, by adopting high-quality carbon shafts with high strength and optimal flexibility, similar to those used in golf clubs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Developed in collaboration with GRAPHITE DESIGN, a renowned manufacturer of golf shafts favored by professional golfers, leveraging HKS's extensive tuning expertise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Unmatched performance through carbon's unique flexibility, made possible by GRAPHITE DESIGN's expertise, delivering a level of control and performance that sets it apart from conventional brace bars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Improved driving dynamics: The flexibility not only enhances ride quality but also contributes to greater stability during circuit driving, amplifying the enjoyment of driving.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTorsion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- 150% increased torsional strength compared to stock brace bars, effectively reducing body torsion and enabling precise suspension movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Enhanced damper response: Minimizes delays in suspension reaction, ensuring accurate and responsive handling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Optimized cornering stability: Torque increases progressively with angle, providing the necessary load at the right time for stable cornering performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlexibility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Improved flex characteristics: Utilizes carbon's unique flexibility to reduce bending load to 70% or less compared to stock brace bars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Enhanced ride quality: Effectively absorbs unpleasant vibrations and sudden impacts, significantly contributing to a smoother and more refined driving experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HKS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44898483339357,"sku":"83001-AH001","price":1790.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1151\/0688\/files\/HKS-Front-Carbon-Brace-23_-Civic-Type-R-_FL5_-1.jpg?v=1786572370","url":"https:\/\/jhpusa.com\/products\/hks-front-carbon-brace-23-civic-type-r-fl5","provider":"JHPUSA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}