Abstract: The wheel (1) comprises a rim (2) and a hub (3) between which a plurality of spokes (4) are connected. The rim has a radially recessed, cylindrical outer surface (2a-2d) with a channel-shaped cross-section and is provided with a plurality of drilled seats (6) each intended for the attachment of a respective nipple (5) for the connection of a spoke (4). Annular sealing members (13) are provided between each nipple (5) and the corresponding drilled seat (6) of the rim (2). The wheel (1) further comprises a circumferential, band-like seal (14) which is made of resilient material, is fitted on the rim (2), and extends over the recessed cylindrical surface of the rim (2) in a circumferentially stretched condition so as sealingly to cover all of the drilled seats (6).

Abstract: The spoked wheel comprises a rim, a hub and a plurality of spokes which connect the rim to the hub and are connected to the rim by means of nipples inserted in a corresponding plurality of drilled seats in the rim. The rim defines a concave outer cylindrical surface having a channel-like configuration with a bottom and a pair of flanks which extend from the opposing sides of the bottom of the rim. According to the invention, the rim includes a first rim part and a second rim part which are separate from one another, wherein the first rim part comprises a radially outer cylindrical portion forming the whole bottom of the rim and the second rim part comprises a radially inner cylindrical portion having the drilled seats. Preferably, the first and second rim parts are detachably joined together by threaded connection members.