A single rear wheel replacement or upgrade option at the top end of DT Swiss's freeride hub range. The FR541-240 DEG rear pairs the impact-engineered FR541 alloy rim with the 240 DEG hub — the same 90-tooth Ratchet DEG system used in the full wheelset, with its 4° engagement angle delivering the most direct crank response in DT Swiss's MTB lineup.

  • DT Swiss FR541 rim: enhanced impact resistance and pinch-flat protection for freeride riding
  • DT Swiss 240 DEG hub: 90-tooth Ratchet DEG, 4° engagement — fastest available from DT Swiss
  • Full simultaneous ratchet contact for balanced load distribution and longer-lasting engagement
  • Boost 148mm rear axle; DT Competition 32H spokes with Squorx ProLock nipples

The DEG system's simultaneous full ratchet engagement differs fundamentally from traditional high-engagement pawl designs — by spreading the load across the entire ratchet ring surface rather than just a few pawl tips, it delivers more reliable engagement and more even wear over the hub's lifetime. This is the right choice when you want the best freeride hub DT Swiss makes in a single rear wheel.

Compatible with Boost 148mm frames. Freehub body options include Shimano HG, Shimano Microspline, and SRAM XD. Handbuilt in Australia by Tune Cycles.

DT Swiss offers a 5-year warranty on hubs and rims against manufacturing defects. Warranty claims for this product should be directed to Tune Cycles. Return the item to us with proof of purchase and we will manage the warranty process with the brand on your behalf.
  • DT Swiss FR541 alloy rim with improved impact resistance and pinch-flat protection — built to take repeated hard hits on freeride and DH terrain
  • DT Swiss 240 DEG rear hub with 90-tooth Ratchet DEG system delivering a 4° engagement angle — the most direct available from DT Swiss
  • Full simultaneous ratchet-ring contact distributes load evenly for superior reliability and wear resistance compared to pawl hubs
  • 4° engagement means less crank backlash — faster pedal response when you need to accelerate out of rough sections
  • Boost 148mm rear axle spacing for improved spoke bracing angles and rear wheel stiffness
  • 32-hole DT Competition cold-forged butted spokes with Squorx ProLock brass nipples
SpecificationValue
WheelRear only
Rim modelDT Swiss FR541
Spoke holes32H
Intended useFreeride MTB
Hub modelDT Swiss 240 DEG
Hub engagement90 teeth (4°)
Hub systemRatchet DEG
Axle standardBoost 148mm
SpokesDT Competition (butted 2.0/1.8/2.0mm)
NipplesSquorx ProLock brass
SKU WHL-BUILD-FR541-240DEG-RR
Barcode #
Brand DT Swiss
Shipping Width 0.660m
Shipping Height 0.230m
Shipping Length 0.660m
Shipping Cubic 0.100188000m3

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