Mavic Aksium with Yksion Clinchers Wheelset 2013
Entry level at Mavic never meant low end. This is even truer with this new Aksium, providing the Wheel-Tire System benefits, previously reserved to their SSC wheels! New lighter rim (-60g), safe and durable Mavic Aksion tires...at a very attractive price, the Aksium will make you ride better!
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Force Transfer System Light. Reinforcement of key transmission components: the contact area between the pawl and the hub body is reinforced by 2 stainless steel inserts, which allows the use of a 100 percent aluminum hub body: The entire hub is extremely lightweight and strong Greater efficiency due to better transmission of efforts on the entire wheel.QRM
Qualite de Roulements Mavic. Mavic only uses high quality sealed cartridge bearings. On QRM wheels, they provide high durability thanks to double sealing (2RS or LLU) as well as high efficiency thanks to C3 internal clearance (low play, tight tolerances).Self Lock
The special shape of the spoke end, on the thread, makes it impossible to loosen.The spokes stays tightly screwed into the nipple, no tension loss is occurring. As a benefit, the wheel keeps its original roundness for a long time and does not get out of true.H2
Hammer Hardening. Local strengthening of the rim in the area where the spokes exert the greatest stress. This improves rim's life expectancy and resistance to micro cracking.UB Control
Usine Brut Control, the braking surfaces are milled to improve braking friction and eliminate shuddering.Mavic MP3 Program
Insure your new Mavic wheels for just 8 percent of the wheels MSRP by purchasing the MP3 Program (Mavic Product Protection Plan). The MP3 Extended Warranty brings two years of N0-Fault confidence, so if anything should happen, dont worry, Mavic's got your back.If you would like to add the Mavic MP3 Program and are planning to purchase your wheels online, please write "Add MP3 Program" into the optional comments box at checkout and we will fill out the form so that you can register and pay for your MP3 program on Mavic's site. Or, simply give us a call at 1.800.774.2376 ext. 500 to order your wheels along with the MP3 program.
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| Model | Mavic Aksium Wheelset w/Yksion Clinchers |
| Front Hub Fit | QR |
| Rim Size | 700c |
| Rim Type | Clincher (Tube type) |
| Rim Braking Surface | UB Control |
| Rim Material | 6106 Aluminum |
| Rim Finish/Color | Black anodized with red stickers |
| Rim Height | 24 mm |
| Axle Material | Steel |
| Hub Shell Material | Aluminum |
| Hub Shell Finish/Color | Black |
| Rear Hub Fit | QR 9 and 10 speed - Sram/Shimano |
| Q/R Lever Finish/Color | Anodized Black |
| Rotor Mount Type | N/A |
| Spoke Count Front/Rear | 20 front and rear |
| Spoke Gauge/Shape | Straight pull, bladed / radial front and rear non-drive side, crossed 2 rear drive side |
| Spoke Material | Steel |
| Spoke Color | Black |
| Nipple Material | Brass, self lock concept |
| Nipple Color | Silver |
| Recommended Tire Size | 700x19 to 32 mm |
| Recommended Tube/Valve | 6.5 mm |
| Note | Weight Does Not Include Q/R or Valve Stem |
| Front Wheel Weight | 1140g W/ Tire |
| Rear Wheel Weight | 1290g W/ Tire |
| Wheelset Weight | 2430g |
| Warranty | 1 Year (MP3 Availalbe) |