Shimano WH-MT500 29er Rear MTB Wheel 142x12mm Centre Lock
EWHMT500R12D9
SKU code: SHM-EWHMT500R12D9
The Shimano WH-MT500 is a trail-ready 29er rear wheel built for riders who want reliable, low-maintenance performance without compromise. Featuring a labyrinth and contact seal hub, angular contact bearings, and a wide 24mm internal rim, it pairs durability with the confidence to push harder on any trail.
Highlights
- Labyrinth + contact seal hub: Keeps dirt and moisture out for smooth, long-lasting performance on rough trails.
- Angular contact bearings: Engineered to handle both radial and lateral loads for superior strength and durability.
- Wide 24mm internal rim: Optimised for modern 29er trail tyres, supporting tyre volumes from 2.00–2.35 inches for confident grip and control.
- Centre Lock disc interface: Simple, secure rotor attachment for fast and precise installation.
- Shimano HG freehub: Compatible with 8, 9, 10-speed and MTB 11-speed cassettes — works with a wide range of drivetrains.
- 142×12mm thru-axle: Stiff, precise wheel alignment for improved handling and braking performance.
- 24-spoke lacing: Balanced strength-to-weight design suited to trail and cross-country riding.
Construction & Design
The WH-MT500 rim is 21mm tall with a 24mm internal width and a sleeve-joined construction. Spoke diameter is 2.3mm butted J-bend, with 24 spokes laced to keep the wheel responsive without sacrificing rigidity. Rim tape (24-622) is required for tyre fitting. The wheel is clincher-only — not tubeless-ready.
Compatibility & Fit
Rear wheel only. Axle: 142×12mm E-Thru (thru-axle). Brake mount: Centre Lock disc brake. Freehub spline: Shimano HG-M (compatible with 8/9/10-speed and MTB 11-speed cassettes). Wheel size: 29-inch (622×24C). Recommended tyre size: 29×2.00–2.35 inches (clincher). Not compatible with Shimano Micro Spline (12-speed) or SRAM XD/XDR freehubs.
- Labyrinth and contact sealed hub keeps out trail grime for reliable long-term performance
- Angular contact bearings handle radial and lateral loads for strength and durability
- 24mm internal rim width supports modern trail tyre volumes (2.00–2.35")
- Centre Lock disc interface for fast, secure rotor fitting
- Shimano HG freehub — compatible with 8, 9, 10-speed and MTB 11-speed cassettes
- 142×12mm thru-axle for stiff, precise wheel alignment
- 24-spoke J-bend lacing for trail-ready strength
- Clincher rim with sleeve joint — proven reliability for everyday trail use
| Wheel Size | 29" (622×24C) |
| Position | Rear |
| Axle | 142×12mm E-Thru (thru-axle) |
| Brake Mount | Centre Lock disc |
| Freehub | Shimano HG-M (8/9/10-speed, MTB 11-speed) |
| Spoke Count | 24 |
| Spoke Type | 2.3mm butted, J-bend |
| Rim Internal Width | 24mm |
| Rim Height | 21mm |
| Rim Joint | Sleeve type |
| Tyre Type | Clincher (not tubeless-ready) |
| Recommended Tyre Size | 29×2.00–2.35" |
| Weight | 1,186g |
| Colour | Black |
| SKU | SHM-EWHMT500R12D9 |
| Barcode # | 4524667236429 |
| Brand | Shimano |
| Shipping Weight | 1.6640kg |
| Shipping Width | 0.700m |
| Shipping Height | 0.120m |
| Shipping Length | 0.700m |
| Shipping Cubic | 0.001000000m3 |
| Unit Of Measure | each |
Must be installed and serviced by qualified bicycle mechanic
