Mavic Ksyrium SL vs. Ksyrium SL - differences?
08-17-07, 02:48 PM
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Mavic Ksyrium SL vs. Ksyrium SL - differences?
I've got two sets of Ksyrium SL wheels (the second set just arrived). The wheels do not match. I believe one set is 2005 and the other is 2006, but I don't know for sure. Below are the differences that are obvious. What are the differences that aren't apparent by just looking? Bearings? Hubs? Does anyone know?
Set #1 - Front hub area is silver.
Set #2 - Front hub area is black.
Set #1 - All labels are stickers.
Set #2 - All labels are screened directly onto the metal of the rims & spokes.
Are there other differences I'm not aware of?
Set #1 - Front hub area is silver.
Set #2 - Front hub area is black.
Set #1 - All labels are stickers.
Set #2 - All labels are screened directly onto the metal of the rims & spokes.
Are there other differences I'm not aware of?
08-17-07, 02:53 PM
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How much does it weigh?
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You didn't list the obvious: the difference of one year.
08-17-07, 04:11 PM
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From Competitive Cyclist:
"The SL is virtually unchanged from 2005. The name has changed from "SL" to "SL3" to signify its minor cosmetic changes. The only change you'll notice offhand is the redesigned carbon fiber front hub. The inner part of the flange is now black, and a yellow decal wraps around the shell. What won’t be changing, though, is the extent to which you’ll see the SL used in the professional peloton. When the roads get especially rough and the hills get long, you'll see SL's all over the place. And keep in mind that no other wheel brand has technology like Mavic's UB Control and SUP treatments. You'll benefit from a perfectly machined braking surface and welded/machined rims, ensuring consistent and reliable day in and day out performance. The SL is available in clincher (1500g) and tubular (1480g). They have 18 spokes on the front, 20 spokes on the rear. The front spokes are radial, the rear spokes use Mavic’s Isopulse spoking concept, giving it superior stiffness and perfect spoke tension. They are available for both Shimano 8/9/10-speed drivetrains, as well as Campagnolo 9/10. They come standard with Mavic composite quick release skewers and a bearing adjustment tool."
"The SL is virtually unchanged from 2005. The name has changed from "SL" to "SL3" to signify its minor cosmetic changes. The only change you'll notice offhand is the redesigned carbon fiber front hub. The inner part of the flange is now black, and a yellow decal wraps around the shell. What won’t be changing, though, is the extent to which you’ll see the SL used in the professional peloton. When the roads get especially rough and the hills get long, you'll see SL's all over the place. And keep in mind that no other wheel brand has technology like Mavic's UB Control and SUP treatments. You'll benefit from a perfectly machined braking surface and welded/machined rims, ensuring consistent and reliable day in and day out performance. The SL is available in clincher (1500g) and tubular (1480g). They have 18 spokes on the front, 20 spokes on the rear. The front spokes are radial, the rear spokes use Mavic’s Isopulse spoking concept, giving it superior stiffness and perfect spoke tension. They are available for both Shimano 8/9/10-speed drivetrains, as well as Campagnolo 9/10. They come standard with Mavic composite quick release skewers and a bearing adjustment tool."
08-17-07, 04:42 PM
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Thanks. That pretty well says it.
I definitely like the screened-on graphics better than the old stickers.
I definitely like the screened-on graphics better than the old stickers.
08-17-07, 04:56 PM
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I heard the (new for '06) front hub was like 10g or 15g lighter?
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