Turn that nervous anticipation of riding new lines into a sense of
relief with the new FR 1500 CLASSIC. These confidence inspiring wheels
feature a new rim profile, enabling them to be lighter while improving
their resistance to impacts and pinch flats. To reduce the weight even
more, the front wheel spoke count has been reduced from 32 to 28, thus
increasing their responsiveness to direction changes. All this built
around a hub that can already boast several World Cup victories: the
240.
Hub type
240
with
Ratchet EXP 36
Rim
Aluminum, Hooked / Crotchet tubeless TC
Inner width
30 mm
Spokes
DT competition®
Rim profile
The modification of the rim profile as well as the addition of material at specific places allows for increased resistance to impacts.
Rim flange
The reworked flange of the rim improves its resistance to pinch flats by 17% compared to the FR 1950 CLASSIC rim, according to tests conducted with a leading tire supplier.
Weight
The new rim profile, as well as the 28 spokes at the front, results in a weight reduction of 7% for a pair of wheels with identical specifications between the FR 1500 CLASSIC and the previous model, the FR 1950 CLASSIC.
Hub
The 240 hub has proven itself on the world circuit for many years, equipped with the Ratchet EXP 36T system and in a classic configuration, for uncompromising resistance.
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The current DT Swiss wheels are tubeless-ready and come with mounted tubeless rim tape and corresponding valves. For conversion, you will need a tubeless-capable tire (optimal: UST) and tire sealant. You can find both at an official dealer. Our How To video will take you through step-by-step assembly.
If you have previously ridden your bike with a tube or if the tape no longer sticks properly to the rim, we recommend that you replace the rim tape as a precaution.
How to attach the tubeless rim tape:
1. Measure the inside width of the rim.
2. The tubeless rim tape should be approx. 2 mm wider than the rim and can be bought from a specialist store.
3. Apply the tubeless rim tape. Depending on the rim/tire combination, it may be helpful to apply two or three layers of tubeless rim tape to optimally seal the rim bed.
"Lightweight wheels are really important to us because the rotational mass of the wheel has a significant impact on how the bike handles, particularly during cornering, acceleration, and deceleration. Therefore, having these new wheels that are lighter yet stronger is truly beneficial."
HARRY MOLLOY
RIDER & MANAGER
CONTINENTAL NUKEPROOF RACING TEAM
"I have to say, we were impressed with the new 1500's in Fort William, we all used the same wheels through the event with the addition of a set solely for race runs of course. A couple of them could now do with a rim swap but none over the weekend and that's very impressive as I am sure you realise."
Kael Foale
My favourite DT product this year has been the FR 1500 CLASSIC wheelset. It comes equipped with all the best components with a 240 hub and FR 541 rims which is a high performance and reliable combo.
MATT BEER
«Overall, the DT Swiss FR 1500 wheelset has been the most reliable and trustworthy alloy option I’ve ridden. They’ve lasted through a solid chunk of the summer aboard a downhill bike without asking for much in the way of maintenance.»
It’s not long until the bike parks reopen! Is your setup ready? Our recommendation for DH or freeride: the FR 1500 CLASSIC. The same wheels as our pro riders.
To find out more, check our link in bio!
📹: @the_yt_mob#MTB#DH#EngineeringPerformance#MeticulousDevelopment
DT Swiss is proud to support our athletes reach their goals wherever their career may take them. @valihoell, now back on @yt_industries, has been turning DT Swiss wheels for 7 years now. Danke Vali 😊
📷: @the_yt_mob
A must-see from the 2023 Craft Bike Days, the @arc8bicycles DH prototype with a pair of FR 1500 CLASSIC.
🎥: @mtbnews
The FR 1500 CLASSIC wins downhill world cups and podiums at the Red Bull Rampage.
You can ride these wheels too, find out more here with our link in bio!
📸: @maddogboris
One of the wheels from yesterday’s soundcheck was the FR 1500 CLASSIC 240 hub with 36 teeth. Here it is from another angle. Sounds pretty good, doesn’t it? 🔊
#EngineeringPerformance#DTSwiss#DTSwissSoundcheck
The FR 1500 CLASSIC, a first-class tool for shapping new lines on your downhill or freeride tracks.
📸: @maddogboris
Built with cold-forged DT competition spokes, the FR 1500 CLASSIC has all the components needed to make it extremely durable.
Check out the wheels with our link in bio.
The DT Swiss 240 hub has proven itself for many years in the Downhill World Cup and now forms the heart of the FR 1500 CLASSIC wheelset.
📸 @maddogborris
Years of experience and knowledge in aluminum rim development allowed DT Swiss engineers to develop a more impact resistant rim.
The profile of the FR 1500 CLASSIC rim is based on the EX rim profiles but has had material added in specific areas, increasing the overall strength of the profile to create a rim adapted and durable to the practice of freeride and downhill.
Get more details about the new wheels on our website: www.dtswiss.com/en/wheels/wheels-mtb/freeride-downhill/fr-1500-classic
The FR 1500 CLASSIC design takes load distribution in extreme riding situations into account; a different number of spokes on the front and rear wheel creates the strongest and lightest possible wheel, offering precision and durability.
It won't hold you back from finding new lines.
Discover the FR 1500 CLASSIC wheels and what a pro rider and team mechanics think about them on our YouTube channel with our link in bio.
Discover the all new FR 1500 CLASSIC, a wheelset ready to transform that nervous anticipation before opening a new line into relief, providing increased riding precision and durability through a unique, lightweight and stable rim profile.
Check out our link in bio to get more details about the wheels!
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