Magene EXAR DB405 UltraDark Carbon Wheelset

Magene EXAR DB405 UltraDark Carbon Wheelset – Lightweight and Versatile Performance

Magene EXAR DB405 UltraDark – a premium carbon road bike wheelset designed for cyclists who value responsive performance, precise handling and distinctive styling. Its balanced riding characteristics suit hilly courses, fast training sessions and races involving frequent changes of pace and direction.

Key Features:

• Night Black finish: the deep black coating and subtle logos complement a wide variety of bicycle frames.
• Mixed rim depths: the front rim is 40 mm deep, while the rear rim is 45 mm deep.
• Balanced construction: the shallower front wheel improves handling and crosswind stability, while the deeper rear wheel helps maintain speed.
• Wheelset weight: approximately 1,305 g with a ±3% tolerance, excluding rim tape and valves.
• HI-MOD carbon rims: high-modulus carbon fibre reduces weight while maintaining high structural stiffness.
• VONOA carbon spokes: each spoke weighs just 2.8 g – approximately 30% less than a premium steel spoke.
• Efficient power transfer: the carbon spokes offer high tensile strength and reduce energy loss during intense efforts.
• 30 mm external width: creates a smoother aerodynamic profile and provides stability in changing wind conditions.
• 23 mm internal width: optimised for 28–32C tyres while remaining compatible with tyres measuring 25C and wider.
• 36T ratchet system: provides fast engagement and consistent performance across different riding speeds.
• Replaceable ratchet: the DT-style compatible ratchet ring can be replaced with an option featuring a different tooth count.
• Optimised hubs: larger flange diameters and smoothly machined bearing surfaces reduce loads and energy loss.
• 2:1 spoke lacing: both wheels use a 21-spoke pattern to distribute tension more evenly and improve lateral stiffness.
• Disc brake compatible: the wheelset is designed exclusively for use with disc brakes.
• Axle standard: 100 mm at the front and 142 mm at the rear, designed for thru-axles.
• Drivetrain compatibility: the standard Shimano 11-speed freehub is compatible with Shimano 8–12-speed cassettes; SRAM XDR and Campagnolo N3W freehubs are available separately.
• Tubeless Ready: compatible with tubeless tyres or conventional clincher tyres with inner tubes.
• Optimised for TPU inner tubes: dynamic wheel balancing helps maintain stability at high speeds when using lightweight TPU tubes.
• Included: front and rear wheels, two tubeless rim tapes, 50 rim plugs, two valves and a user manual.