Description

• The ideal companion for big days out in the back of beyond; the XM 1700’s combine DT’s renowned XM 481 rims with the endlessly dependable yet lightweight 350 hubs to offer a optimum balance of low weight; impact resistance and long distance dependability
• At the heart of the rear hub sits DT’s Swiss-made 36-tooth SL ratchet; offering a 10 degree engagement angle; carefully balancing rapid engagement; low pedal kickback and long-term reliability
• 30 mm internal width gives an ideal platform for current 2.3 – 2.5 inch trail tyres without adding unnecessary weight
• DT’s ability to design and manufacture rims in-house allows the use of custom alloys and bespoke rim extrusions; these combine with DT’s unique PHR system nipples to give an overall strength and stiffness to weight ratio far in excess of standard alloy wheels
• With a weight per pair of 1756 grams in 27.5 and just 1848 grams in 29 the XM 1700’s durability still comes in at a respectably low weight
• As one of the few manufactures of hubs; rims and spokes; the DT 1700’s hubs and rims are designed from the ground up for DT’s widely available straight pull; butted Competition spokes and designed as a system to offer superlative ride quality
• 350 hubs offer assured excellent durability and wide freehub compatibility along with easy; tool-free servicing
• Maximum recommended system weight: 120 KG