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The DT Swiss FR 1500 wheel is engineered to elevate your downhill and freeride mountain biking experience. Built with the World Championship-winning FR 541 rim and Swiss-made Competition butted spokes, this wheelset delivers unmatched strength and precision. Its 30 mm rim profile is specifically designed for DH use, increasing the impact force needed to pinch a tire by 17%, which means improved durability against dents and rough terrain. Crafted from DT’s custom alloys and featuring innovative PHR technology, the FR 1500 offers a perfect balance of stiffness and resilience, making it a trusted choice among professionals.
Equipped with premium 240 EXP hubs known for their reliability and ease of maintenance, these wheels provide rapid engagement thanks to 36-tooth ratchets without compromising your bike’s suspension performance. Weighing just 1,928 grams, the FR 1500 wheels are significantly lighter than most downhill wheelsets, enhancing maneuverability while maintaining robust strength. The inclusion of classic J-bend butted Competition spokes ensures ease of replacement in the field, a vital feature for riders tackling challenging trails like those in Morzine.
The rear wheels are compatible with both DH 157 mm and BOOST 148 mm standards, and come fitted with SRAM XD freehubs, with additional options for Shimano HG and MICRO SPLINE freehubs depending on your drivetrain setup. When purchased as a pair, the wheelset includes tubeless rim tape and valves, allowing for quick tubeless setup and improved ride quality. Whether you're shaping new lines or setting new times, the DT Swiss FR 1500 is engineered to handle the most demanding downhill and freeride conditions.
Are these wheels compatible with my bike’s drivetrain?
The rear wheels come with SRAM XD freehubs and additional options for Shimano HG and MICRO SPLINE freehubs, making them compatible with most 12-speed downhill drivetrains.
Can I use these wheels for tubeless setups?
Yes, when purchased as a pair, the FR 1500 wheels include tubeless rim tape and valves to facilitate a smooth tubeless tire installation.
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(over festive periods some suppliers shut from 24th Dec-2nd Jan so orders can be delayed through this period.)
Brands held in European website include Trek, Bontrager, Electra, Wahoo, Rapha. For up-to-date transfer times please call customer services on +44 (0)1782 768622
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White Glove Bike Delivery - our white glove option has your bike personally delivered to you by a fully trained Mechanic and Bike fitter - £99.99
(Certain bikes will only have this option such as Cargo Bikes)
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In some cases, we may ship items out with another courier, depending on the status and availability of items ordered. (Customers will not be charged more and will be refunded any unused postage cost) If part of an order is cancelled and the total drops below the £50.00 free postage, a postage charge may be taken.
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If you have any questions about delivery charges, times or none delivery please do not hesitate to get in touch by email:store@swinnertoncycles.co.uk or by telephone on +44 (0)1782 768622. Handling is normally 48 hours, but at busy periods this may be extended but we will endeavor to process your order within 5 working days. Please bear in mind in some cases orders can take longer to process, please contact us for more details.
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.

