Mavic Ksyrium Elite Disc Wheelset
The disc-specific version of the famous Ksyrium Elite: light, strong and versatile
As disc brakes continue to gain in popularity throughout the world of road cycling, we’re continuing to widen our range of road disc compatible wheels. New to the family is this disc version of our most successful Ksyrium Elite.
It shares the same spirit as the original Ksyrium Elite, being super dynamic thanks to light ISM4D rims. ISM stands for Inter Spoke Milling, making the rims super durable yet superlight by trimming the thickness of the rim wall between the spokes.
Experience tells us an efficient disc brake set up also needs reinforced front wheel lacing. Hence we've increased the spoke count to 24 steel spokes and found the perfect hub: delivered ready for 12mm through axle, it can be converted to standard quick release or 15mm thru axle with optional adapters. The rear wheel uses 24 strong steel straight pull spokes laced to our light, fast engagement Instant Drive 360 rear hub mechanism. This makes it compatible with any retention system: delivered in 12x142, it can be converted to regular quick release with optional adapters.
The freewheel systems comes in Shimano/Sram cassette compatibility but can be converted to Campagnolo and Sram XD-R cassette.
Yksion Pro tires to match
To make sure the extra stopping power makes its way to the ground, Ksyrium Elite Disc comes with our Yksion Pro tires in 25mm. They offer a supple 127 TPI casing, Kevlar beads, a well-balanced rubber compound that offers the best blend of grip and rolling resistance and a weight of only 210grams in 25mm.
The front wheel comes equipped with the Griplink version with a specific tread pattern to help evacuate water when cornering, to increase confidence and speed in difficult conditions. It also offers a very strong Kevlar puncture protection for added safety. The rear wheel comes with the Powerlink version which sports a more supple nylon puncture protection instead of the Kevlar one to lower rolling resistance. And to reduce rolling resistance even further, the tread pattern is optimized to reduce the pressure on the ground. Water is evacuated quickly through a centre channel to improve grip in wet conditions.
Key benefits
Improved ride quality and lightweight
17mm internal rim width increases air volume
ISM 4D superlight rim
Double-butted steel spokes keep the weight down, for a fast and comfortable ride
Sustainable efficiency durability
Fore-drilled rim secures the spoke rim interface
Instant Drive 360 freewheel system delivers low friction with fast engagement
A high-grip GripLink front tyre and low rolling resistance PowerLink rear tyre ensure a fast, comfortable ride
Smartly adapted to the constraints of disc brakes
24 spokes front and rear for perfect brake torque distribution
Front hub convertible from 12mm through axle to quick release or 15mm through axle (with optional adapters)
Rear hub convertible from 12x142 through axle to quick release (with optional adapters)
6 Bolts or Center Lock
XD Road compatible, with an optional driver body
Weight
Tyre 700x25: 210 grams
Pair without tyre: 1670 grams
Front without tyre: 770 grams
Rear without tyre: 900 grams
Key technologies
GripLink
Grip and control
A front tyre, whether a clincher or a tubular, must fully liberate the wheel’s ability to hold the ground and control the bike. Therefore, GripLink tyres are optimized for front use, by offering a superior grip and extra puncture protection.
Fore
Stiffer and stronger
Instead of being drilled, the lower rim bridge is pushed up on the inside, then threaded to enable the spoke nipples to be directly screwed in it, leaving the upper rim bridge intact.
Isopulse
Optimum energy transfer
The spokes are laced radially on the drive side and crossed 2 on the non drive side to maximise drive side dish, thus providing a better spoke tension balance between left and right flanges.
PowerLink
Low rolling resistance
A rear tyre, whether a clincher or a tubular, must fully liberate the wheel’s ability to transfer power and generate speed. Therefore, PowerLink tyres are optimized for rear wheel use, by minimizing the rolling resistance.
QRM+
Qualité de Roulements Mavic +
Our most demanding level. Those cartridge bearings are of course double sealed with C3 internal clearance, and toped with a micro-adjustability system.
Instant Drive 360
The new Instant Drive 360 freewheel system is super light and fast to engage with only 9°. A large contactless rubber seal provides low friction, while a wide array of end caps makes it super versatile.
SUP
Stronger and smoother joint
Soudé Usiné Process. After bending, the rim joint is arc welded. The welded seam is then milled for a smooth finish.
ISM 4D
Inter Spoke Milling 4 Dimensions
An exclusive Mavic patented concept, ISM 4D significantly reduces weight and inertia without compromising durability. Quicker accelerations, better handling and more resistance ; the right mix to make the most of any ride. The smooth profile also helps reducing aerodynamic drag
Maxtal
Light and strong
Exclusive to Mavic, this specific aluminum alloy offers a higher strength to weight ratio than conventional 6106 alloy.
Detailed features
RIMS
Material: Maxtal
Height: 26mm, asymmetrical
Joint: SUP
Drilling: Fore
Disc brake specific profile
Weight reduction: ISM 4D
Valve hole diameter: 6.5 mm
Tyre: clincher
Internal width: 17 mm
ETRTO size: 622x17C
SPOKES
Material: steel
Shape: straight pull, bladed
Nipples: Fore integrated aluminum
Count: 24 front and rear
Lacing: front crossed 2, rear Isopulse
HUBS
Front and rear bodies: aluminum
Axle material: aluminum
Adjustable sealed cartridge bearings
Freewheel: Instant Drive 360
Front: Quick release, 12 and 15mm through axle compatible
Rear: convertible to 12mm through axle (135 and 142)
TYRE
Yksion Pro GripLink (front) & PowerLink (rear)
Front and Rear Tread: Single Compound
Casing: 127 TPI
Breaker: Front Kevlar, Rear polyamide
Dimension: 25-622 (700x25c)
VERSIONS
Color: Black only
Disc standard : 6 Bolts or Center Lock(R)
COMPATIBILITY
Freewheel: Shimano/Sram, convertible to Campagnolo and XD-R with optional driver bodies
Front axle: convertible from 12mm thru axle to quick release or 15mm thru axle with optional adapters
Rear axle: 12mm thru axle, convertible to Quick Release with optional adapaters
DELIVERED WITH
Front 12 mm adapters
Rear 12x142mm adapters for Instant Drive 360
Specific disc bolts
Multifonction adjustment wrench
User guide
INTENDED USE
ASTM CATEGORY 2 : road and offroad with jumps less than 15cm
For a longer longevity of the wheel, Mavic recommends that the total weight supported by the wheels don't exceed 120kg, bike included
Recommended tyre sizes: 25 to 32 mm
Max. Pressure: 25mm 7.7 bars - 110 PSI
Lightness
ISM 4D
Maxtal
Efficiency & rigidity
GripLink
PowerLink
Instant Drive 360
Fore
Isopulse
QRM+
Safety & reliability
SUP