DT SWISS TRICON RR1450 User manual

WHEELS
TRICON®
Technical Manual_english
V2013.03

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1 User Information 3
Validity 3
Safety 3
Target Group 3
Layout 3
DT Swiss Manual Concept 3
How to Use this Manual 3
Cross References 4
Environmental Protection 4
Disclaimer 4
Warranty (Europe) 4
Limited Equipment Warranty USA 5
2 Safety 6
3 Description 7
3.1 TRICON® Rim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Torx nipples 7
Rim insert 7
Concave rim profile 7
3.2 TRICON® Hub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Two piece hub 8
Open crowfoot 8
Straight double threaded spokes 8
Ratchet System® 8
4 Maintenance 9
4.1 Special Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.2 Truing the Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.3 Changing of a single spoke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Removing the spoke to be replaced 14
Change the nipple 16
Attach the new spoke 17
4.4 Rebuilding the Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Attach the spokes to the hub 19
Prepare the rim 21
Connect the «spoke tree» to the rim 22
4.5 Distressing the wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
5 Technical Data 25
5.1 Spoke Lengths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.2 Spoke Tension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
5.3 Tolerance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
6SpareParts 28
6.1 Spare Part Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

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6.2 Sticker Sets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
6.3 Spare Parts MTB front wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
6.4 Spare Parts MTB rear wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
6.5 Spare Parts ROAD front wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
6.6 Spare Parts ROAD rear wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

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1 User Information
Validity
This manual describes the component shown on the front page and the footer. It is valid for the construction
level of the component on the 2013-03-23. Deviations are possible and all items are subject to technical
changes.
Safety
The safety instructions are classified as follows:
Target Group
This manual is intended for the end user and dealers.
For experienced users, it offers the possibility to carry out small maintenance works on their own. If there are
any doubts concerning the own skills, there should be contacted a DT Swiss service center.
Warranty will expire if works are not done properly.
Layout
The cover page and the footing are providing information about the type of product and manual as well as the
version of the manual.
The backside provides a list of the DT Swiss service centers.
This manual is intended for printing as a A5 booklet. Only print this manual if electronical usage is not possible.
DT Swiss Manual Concept
The DT Swiss manuals are splitted into the following types of manuals:
•User Manual
Information for the end user of how to install and use the component.
•Technical Manual
Detailed information for the end user and the dealer of how to maintain the component, spare parts
and technical data.
How to Use this Manual
The steps described in this manual must be carried out in the order they are shown. If steps are ignored or exe-
cuted in a wrong order, the function of the component cannot be guaranteed.
Instructions are beginning with the table «Preparatory Steps» and ending with the table «Closing Steps». The
instructions in these tables must be carried out.
Moving parts, threads, o-rings and sealings must be greased before assembling.
NOTE
...characterizes danger for goods.
CAUTION
...characterizes danger with a high risk, which causes mayhem if it is not being avoided.
DANGER
...characterizes immediate danger with a high risk, which causes death or mayhem if it is not being avoided.

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Cross References
In order to simplify the use of this manual, some text is edited as hypertext. Whenever the text is formatted
blue and underlined, you can click on the text. After clicking you will be automatically redirected to the target
of the link.
Example: Click here: chap. 1, p.3 to jump to the beginning of this chapter.
Environmental Protection
Whenever possible, waste has to be avoided. Waste, especially carbon, lubricants, cleaners and any other fluids
must be disposed in an environmentally compatible manner.
Only print this manual, if electronical usage is not possible.
Disclaimer
The operations described in this manual should only be done by professionals. The user is liable for any damage
or consequential damage which is caused by wrong maintained or wrong installed components. If you have
doubts, please contact a DT Swiss Service Center.
Warranty (Europe)
In addition to the general guarantee required by law, DT Swiss AG based in Biel/Switzerland, provides a guar-
antee for 24 months from the date of purchase in accordance with European Directive 99/44/EC. DT Swiss AG
shall reject any liability for both indirect damage caused by accidents and consequential damage.
Any contradictory or extended national rights of the purchaser are not affected by this warranty. Place of per-
formance and jurisdiction is Biel/Switzerland. Swiss law shall apply.
Submit any warranty claims to your retailer or a DT Swiss Service Centre. Any defects recognised by DT Swiss AG
as a warranty claim will be repaired or replaced by a DT Swiss Service Centre.
Warranty and guarantee claims can only be made by the original purchaser with a valid sales receipt.
There shall be no claim under the guarantee for:
•Normal wear and tear caused by use of the components
•Incorrect assembly
•Incorrect or non-existent maintenance
•Incorrectly completed repairs
•Use of unsuitable products
•Modification of components
•Incorrect use or misuse
•Carelessness
•Leasing, commercial use or use in competitions
•Damage caused by accidents
•Delivery and transport damage
•Modification, defacing or removal of the serial number
We hope you enjoy using your DT Swiss component!

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Limited Equipment Warranty USA
DT Swiss LTD makes every effort to assure that its product meets high quality and durability standards
and warrants to the original retail consumer/purchaser of our product that each product is free from
defects in materials and workmanship as follows:
2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON THIS DT SWISS PRODUCT. This warranty does not apply to defects
due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our
facilities or to a lack of maintenance.
DT SWISS LTD LIMITS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES TO THE PERIOD OF TWO YEARS FROM THE DATE OF
INITIAL PURCHASE AT RETAIL. EXCEPT AS STATED HEREIN, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MER-
CHANTABILITY AND FITNESS ARE EXCLUDED. SOME STATES MAY NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW
LONG THE IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. DT
SWISS LTD SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR DEATH, INJURIES TO PEOPLE OR PROPERTY OR FOR
INCIDENTAL, CONTINGENT, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OF OUR
PRODUCTS. SOME STATES MAY NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned for examination, postage
prepaid, to the dealer where you bought the product or to a DT Swiss Service Centre. Proof of pur-
chase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the product. If our inspection dis-
closes a defect, DT Swiss will either repair or replace the product or refund the purchase price, if we
cannot readily and quickly provide a repair or replacement. DT Swiss will return repaired product or
replacement at DT Swiss expense, but if it is determined there is no defect, or that the defect resulted
from causes not within the scope of this warranty, then the user must bear the cost of shipping. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to
state. Legal venue and place of performance is Biel (Switzerland). Swiss law shall apply. Subject to
technical changes. Please keep the user manual and warranty for future use.

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2 Safety
DANGER
Incorrect handling, installation, maintenance or servicing can lead to accidents causing severe injuries or
death!
• Compliance with the following provisions is a prerequisite for accident-free use and faultless function-
ing.
• Assembly and maintenance of the component requires a basic knowledge of handling bicycle compo-
nents. If in any doubt, consult your dealer or a DT Swiss Service Center.
• Components should only be used in accordance with their intended use, otherwise the user shall as-
sume full responsibility.
• The component must be compatible with all parts of the bicycle.
• Only use original spare parts.
• The components must not be changed or modified.
• The component must not be used if it is damaged or there are any signs of damage. If in any doubt,
consult your dealer or a DT Swiss Service Center.
DANGER
Risk of death caused by incorrectly assembled or faulty wheels!
• Check that the wheel is connected correctly before each ride.
• Check the wheel for damage before and after each ride.
• Regularly check the spoke tension, rotation and wear of the wheel.
DANGER
Risk of death caused by failure or reduction of the brake performance when using wheels for rim brakes!
• Brake with both brakes!
• When riding down hill only brake briefly with pauses in between.
• Avoid sliding and permanent braking, as the wheel will overheat thus causing the failure of the rim,
tyre or inner tube.
• The braking power of carbon rims is generally lower than that of aluminium rims.
• If using new wheels or brake pads, the braking power is also reduced in wet conditions. Adjust the man-
ner of cycling accordingly.
• Do not expose the wheel to temperatures above 90°C during transport or storage.
NOTE
Risk of damaging the wheel by selecting incorrect components or tools!
• Do not use metal tire levers. These can damage the surface of the rim, tyre or inner tube.
• Only use valves with a diameter of 6.5 mm and of an adequate length.
• The maximum tyre pressure of the wheel and of the tyre used must not be exceeded.
• Only use rim tapes, inner tubes and tyres which fit the dimensions of the wheel.
• Carbon rims must not be used with tubeless kits and tubeless tyres.
• Carbon rims must not be used with latex tubes.

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3 Description
3.1 TRICON®Rim
Figure 3-1: TRICON®Rim Profile and Rim Insert
Torx nipples
Thanks to the Torx design the truing tool has a better grip on the nipple.
Rim insert
The rim inserts are supported on two sides in the rim creating a big contact surface. The rim can be designed
lighter and is airtight for tubeless compatibility.
Concave rim profile
The concave shaped sidewalls counteract the expansion force induced by tire pressure and spoke pull.

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3.2 TRICON®Hub
The TRICON® hubshell consists of three parts - two hub flanges and the hub body. By the way, this design is the
name giver of the system: Triple Connection. Only FX1950, M1700 and R1700 are using one piece hubshells.
Due to the separation of the hub body and the hub flange the bearing seat can be hold stressless. The result is
a smooth running and a long life cycle of the bearings.
Figure 3-2: TRICON®Hub
Two piece hub
The two piece flange and hub shell design keeps the bearing seat free of tension. This allows the bearings to
spin as smoothly as possible.
Open crowfoot
Spoke pattern with combined radial and crossed spokes for high stiffness and perfect transmission of torques.
Straight double threaded spokes
This spoke connection is considerably stronger as it is playfree on both ends and therefore subject to smaller
peak loads.
Ratchet System®
Thanks to the proven DT Swiss Ratchet System®the hubs can easily be converted to different axle standards
and rotors.

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4 Maintenance
This chapter describes activities which are concerning the whole wheel.
•Truing the wheel
•Changing of a single spoke
•Rebuilding the wheel
DT Swiss recommends the following service works:
Action Interval
Maintenance of the hub. annually
or as required
Check spoke tension, run-out and wear of the wheel. 10 hours of use
Check the wheel for damages. before and after each
ride
Clean the wheel with a soft cloth and a appropriate cleaner.
Do not use high pressure cleaners and aggressive cleaners!
after each ride
Check the proper fixation of the wheel. before each ride
Check the braking surface and the brake pads:
•Remove any contaminations (especially oil and traces of grease) from the
brake surfaces.
•Check the degree of wear of the brake pads.
•Remove any entrenched impurities (grit, swarf, etc.).
•Check the degree of wear of the rim brake surfaces. In case of any doubts or
viewable wear, contact a skilled professional.
before each ride
DANGER
Danger to life due to wrong maintenance!
Incorrect maintenance or assembly can lead to unpredictable errors!
• Maintenance and assembly may only be done by a skilled professional.
• In case of any doubt, contact a DT Swiss Service Center.
CAUTION
Risk of injury due to wrong spare parts!
Incorrect spare parts can lead to unpredictable errors!
• Only use original spare parts.

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4.1 Special Tools
* These tools are available as new and old versions. Both version can be used for works on the wheels. In the
figures of the following work instructions are only used the old versions.
1122
3345
678
Pos. Description
1* nipple wrench Torx
2* spoke holder DT NEW AERO
3* spoke holder DT NEW AEROLITE
4 spoke holder DT Universal
5 nipple guide plastic
6 tool for hub nipple
7 tensiometer DT Tensio analog
8 screw clamp

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4.2 Truing the Wheel
Preparatory Steps
Dismount the wheel.
Dismount the tire and if necessary the tube and the rim tape.
Clean the wheel and check for damages.
NOTE
Functional impairment / risk of damage due to wrong tools!
Only use the special tools intended for TRICON® wheels (see chap. 4.1, p.10).
1. Check, if the nipples are secured with Prolock or if
the nipples are glued.
a) If there‘s a sticker with the imprint «PL» on the
inner side of the rim or the nipple can be tur-
ned without a high torque, the nipples are se-
cured with prolock.
b) If there‘s no sticker with the imprint «PL» on
the inner side of the rim or the nipple can not
be turned without a hight torque , the nipples
are glued. In this case you have consider the
following note.
NOTE
Special procedures for wheels with glued nipples!
Before turning a glued nipple, you have to heaten the nipple for 5 to 10 s with a hot air gun. After heat-
ing the nipple can be turned for 5 to 10 s.
Before truing you have to analyze which nipple has to be turned. A normal truing procedure can be very
time consuming due to the glued nipples.
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2. Fix the wheel in the truing stand.
3. Check the radial and axial run out.
NOTE
Risk of damage to the spokes and the nipples!
• Whenever possible there should be used the universal spoke holder (see chap. 4.1, p.10, pos. 4) to avoid
damages to the spokes. The spoke holder made out of metal (see chap. 4.1, p.10, pos. 2/3) should only
be used if the universal spoke holder can‘t be used due to the high torque.
• There are used two different spokes types (Aerolite and New Aero) (see chap. 5.1, p.25). Ensure that the
correct tool is being used.
• To avoid damages to the nipples, slide the nipple wrench as far as possible onto the nipple.
4. Slide the nipple wrench (see chap. 4.1, p.10,
pos. 1) onto the nipple.
To avoid damages to the nipples, slide the nipple
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5. Slide the spoke holder (see chap. 4.1, p.10, pos. 2
or pos. 3) onto the spoke.
To avoid damages of the spoke, slide the spoke
holder as far as possible into the nipple wrench.
6. True the wheel.
7. Distress the wheel (see chap. 4.5, p.24).
8. Check the radial and axial run out again. Repeat last steps if necessary.
9. Check the spoke tension (see chap. 5.2, p.27) and increase or decrease it.
10. Distress the wheel again (see chap. 4.5, p.24).
11. Check the radial and axial run out again. Repeat last steps if necessary.
Closing Steps
Mount tire and if necessary rim tape and tube.
Mount the wheel if necessary.

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4.3 Changing of a single spoke
Removing the spoke to be replaced
Preparatory Steps
Dismount the wheel.
Dismount the tire and if necessary the tube and the rim tape.
Clean the wheel and check for damages.
Amount Material Specification
as required thread locker Loctite 241 (blue)
as required grease for star ratchet® DT Swiss special grease
NOTE
Risk of damage to the spokes and the nipples!
• Whenever possible there should be used the universal spoke holder (see chap. 4.1, p.10, pos. 4) to avoid
damages to the spokes. The spoke holder made out of metal (see chap. 4.1, p.10, pos. 2/3) should only
be used if the universal spoke holder can‘t be used due to the high torque.
• There are used two different spokes types (Aerolite and New Aero) (see chap. 5.1, p.25). Ensure that the
correct tool is being used.
• To avoid damages to the nipples, slide the nipple wrench as far as possible onto the nipple.
NOTE
Normally, the spoke has to be replaced because of it is broken. IS the spoke to be replaced still intact, it
can be cut with a cutter or s.th. similar.
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2. If necessary, cut the spoke:
a) Release the spoke using a screw clamp (see
chap. 4.1, p.10, pos. 9).
b) Cut the spoke.
c) Take off the screw clamp.
3. Put on the nipple holder (see chap. 4.1, p.10,
pos. 5).
4. Remove the rim insert with the nipple and the
spoke from the rim.
5. If the rim insert can‘t be removed:
a) Remove the spoke holder.
b) Cut the spoke that short, that the spoke holder
is longer than the spoke.
c) Put the spoke holder onto the spoke and the
nipple.
d) Hit the spoke holder slightly using a plastic
hammer.
e) Remove the rim insert with spoke and nipple
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Change the nipple
6. Unscrew the spoke from the hub nipple.
If the spoke can only be turned with a high
torque, heat the hub nipple with a hot air gun.
NOTE
The nipple will be replaced preventively.
1. Grease the contact surface of the nipple and the
rim insert with DT Swiss special grease.
2. Put the new nipple into the rim insert.
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Attach the new spoke
4. Put the nipple holder (see chap. 4.1, p.10, pos. 5)
onto the nipple.
5. Insert the pre-assembled rim insert with the nipple
into the rim.
1. Put Loctite into the thread of the hub nipple.
2. Screw the end with the short thread of the spoke
into the hub nipple until the thread disappears.
3. Align the spoke.
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5. Screw the nipple as far as possible onto the spoke
using the nipple holder (see chap. 4.1, p.10,
pos. 5).
6. Remove the nipple holder.
7. Slide the nipple wrench (see chap. 4.1, p.10,
pos. 4) onto the nipple.
To avoid damages to the nipples, slide the nipple
wrench as far as possible onto the nipple.
8. Slide the spoke holder (see chap. 4.1, p.10, pos. 2
or pos. 3) onto the spoke.
To avoid damages of the spoke, slide the spoke
holder as far as possible into the nipple wrench.
9. True the wheel (see chap. 4.2, p.11).
10. Remove the wheel from the truing stand.
Closing Steps
Mount tire and if necessary rim tape and tube.
Mount the wheel if necessary.

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4.4 Rebuilding the Wheel
The wheel should be rebuilt if:
•four or more spokes has to be replaced
•the rim has to be replaced
•the hubshell has to be replaced
Attach the spokes to the hub
Preparatory Steps
All hub nipples are fully screwed into the hub.
All spokes are available in the correct lengths.
Amount Material Specification
as required thread locker Loctite 241 (blue)
as required grease for star rachet® DT Swiss special grease
NOTE
Watch for the thread lengths of the spokes!
The ends of the spokes have two different thread lengths. The short thread has to be screwed into the
hub nipple and has to be secured with Loctite 241.
The long thread is automatically secured by the Prolock nipple.
General information for applying the spokes.
•Screw the spokes into the hub nipple until the
torque rises noticeable.
•Align the spokes in drive direction (max. 180°)
General:
The crossing of the spokes must always be like shown
in the picture.