ARAYA 500A Bicycle Rim European / French Juvenile, Folding Bike 36h Rim - NOS
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About this product
This ARAYA 500A bicycle rim is a New Old Stock (NOS) component, manufactured in Japan, designed for European/French juvenile and folding bikes. It features an ISO/ETRTO size of 440mm and a 500A wheel size, suitable for clincher tires with a Presta valve. Constructed from aluminum, the silver-colored rim has 36 spoke holes, making it a robust option for specific vintage or niche bicycle builds requiring this unique size and spoke count. Its 18mm width is typical for its intended application.
Our take
If you're restoring a European juvenile bike or a specific folding model, this ARAYA 500A rim could be exactly what you need. As a NOS item, it offers a chance to maintain period correctness with a Japanese-made aluminum component. The 36-hole drilling ensures a strong wheel build, which is great for durability. However, the 500A wheel size and 440mm ETRTO are quite specific, so compatibility is key; it's not a universal fit. The 18mm width is fairly narrow, which is fine for its intended use with certain tire types. Just make sure your existing hubs and tires are a perfect match for this unique size.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- New Old Stock (NOS) condition
- Durable 36-hole aluminum construction
- Made in Japan
- Specific for folding and juvenile bikes
Cons
- Unique 500A / 440mm ETRTO size
- Narrow 18mm rim width
- Limited bike type compatibility
Specifications
- Country of Origin Japan
- ISO/ETRTO Size 440mm
- Wheel Size 500A
- Color Silver
- Tire Type Clincher
- Material Aluminum
Show all 13 specifications
- Brand
- Araya
- Number of Spoke Holes
- 36 Hole
- Valve Type
- Presta
- Model
- ARAYA European Juvenile
- Compatible Bike Type
- Folding Bike
- Item Width
- 18mm
- Part Type
- Rim
