Shimano Ultegra WH-RS500
From 172.76
Shimano Ultegra WH-RS500
Mavic Aksium
202.29
Mavic Aksium

Shimano Ultegra WH-RS500 vs. Mavic Aksium

Shimano Ultegra WH-RS500
Mavic Aksium
Shimano Ultegra WH-RS500

From 172.76

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Mavic Aksium

202.29

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Pros
Beautiful wheelset
Tyres go easily on the rim
Good price/quality
Fast delivery
quality (5x)
price (5x)
Fast delivery (3x)
Light (3x)
Cons
no (2x)
Valves
Weight (2x)
the weight of the closure
the lock can be improved
Nothing to complain about

According to the product specialist

Pros
Ultegra's level of quality is well known, as you can see in these wheels: reliable bearings, straightpull spokes, lightweight.
These bearings are easy to maintain thanks to the smoothly running cup-conus system. Runs fantastically and is more durable than industrial bearings.
Can be used with tubes and tubeless!
Mavic Aksium wheels offer unparalleled value for money.
Durable and well Mavic QRM 2RS sealed bearings - something not often found on an entry level wheel set.
The 17 mm wide rim makes it possible to mount 25 to 32 mm wide tyres.
Cons
This wheelset's code doesn't immediately indicate Ultegra, but its quality is at Ultegra level.
The Mavic Aksium wheel set is only available with Shimano 10-11 speed body. A Mavic FTS-L Campagnolo body is can be ordered separately.

Specifications

Bearing Type
Cup-Conus
Industrial
Type of wheel
Wheelset
Front Wheel
Rear Wheel
Wheelset
Weight (weighted by Mantel)
1659 grams
1900 grams
Rim Depth
24 mm
21 mm
Rim Material
Aluminium
Aluminium
Maximum Total Weight
120 kg
120 kg
Rim Width
20.8 mm
22 mm
Rim Width (internal)
15 mm
17 mm
Tyre Type
Folding tyre
Tubeless
Folding tyre
Nipple Type
External
External
Body Type
SRAM Race 10/11 speed
Shimano Race HG 9-12 speed
SRAM Race 10/11 speed
Shimano Race HG 9-12 speed
Number of spokes in front wheel
16
20
Number of spokes in rear wheel
20
20
Brake Type
Rim brake
Rim brake
Brake Surface Material
Aluminium
Aluminium
Wheel bags included
No
Axle System Front Hub
100 x 5 mm QR
100 x 5 mm QR
Axle System Rear Hub
130 x 5 mm QR
130 x 5 mm QR
Spoke Material
Stainless Steel
Steel
Nipple Material
Aluminum
ABS Steel
Spoke Type
Straight Pull
Straight Pull
Brake pads included
No
Quick Releases included
Yes
Yes
Decal Colour
Grey
White
Warranty
2 years
2 years
Extended warranty
No
Yes, after registration
Crash Replacement
No
Yes, after registration
Suitable tyre width
23 mm
25 mm
28 mm
30 mm
32 mm
25 mm
28 mm
30 mm
32 mm
33 mm
35 mm
37 mm
40 mm
42 mm
44 mm
47 mm
50 mm
Collection
2025
2025
Weight provided by manufacturer
1649 grams
Colour
Black
Black
Wheel characteristic(s)
Replacement wheels
Replacement wheels
Required valve length
> 38 mm
> 36 mm
Tyre width recommended by Mantel
25 to 28 mm
28 to 32 mm
up to 25 mm
Hookless?
No
No
Article code freewheel body
Y49398060
Cup & Cone + axle front hub
Left: Y49298040
Right: Y49298030
Cup & cone + axle rear hub
Left: Y49398050
Right: Y49398040
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