DT SWISS thru axle VR RWS 15x100 mm | aluminum lever
The innovative wheel mounting system for fat bikes from DT Swiss! Instead of the eccentric clamping principle developed for racing bikes over 80 years ago, the clamping force of the RWS is built up by tightening a screw connection with a lever.
The DT Swiss RWS Big Ride quick release has been specially developed for the standard 15 mm axle diameter on the front wheel. This standard is used by more and more manufacturers.
The big advantage lies in the greater thickness of the axle , which results in a much stiffer fork. The difference is particularly noticeable when accelerating, cornering and braking. The fork twists significantly less under load, for example on fat bikes.
Operation is very simple: Tighten the tensioner by hand as tightly as possible by turning the lever clockwise (min. 15 Nm). Depending on the fork design, this can also be done by turning the lever several times. Then lift the lever and turn it to the desired position - the impeller is securely and firmly mounted.
Because there are no plastic parts in the power flow of the RWS, the clamping force is temperature-independent and the RWS is therefore 100% suitable for disc brakes!
By directly transferring the leverage to the thread, the RWS can achieve a clamping force that is up to 50% higher than with conventional quick releases. This is not only safer, but also increases rigidity, which is particularly noticeable with disc brakes.
Note: The lever for tightening is firmly integrated into the axle .
Technical specifications:
Material: 7075 aluminum axle, aluminum cocking lever
Hub standard: QR15 (15 mm thru axle with 100 mm over locknut dimension)
Compatibility: DT Swiss suspension forks with 15 mm thru-axle mount
Axle length: 143mm
Axle diameter: 15 mm
Thread Length: 10mm
Thread pitch: M15x1.5
Contact surface, not thread side: flat
Tool holder: clamping via lever
Color: Black
Weight: 71g
Scope of delivery: 1x DT Swiss RWS thru axle with lever