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Build Your Recon WHEELSET RM650BC09

All wheels are 100% customizable at Light Bicycle. If your preferred specs are not listed, feel free to contact us (sales@lightbicycle.com) with your special requirements described.


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WHEELSET SPECS

RIMS

Our Pro series comes with a 5-year warranty (lifetime optional), while the non-pro with a 3-year warranty and crash replacement.

  • Model RM650BC09
  • Material Toray T700 & T800 Premium Carbon Fiber
  • Size 27.5"/650B (ETRTO 584mm)
  • Series RECON
  • Intended Use Cross Country
  • Bead Type Hookless
  • Tubeless Capable Yes
  • Inner/Outer Width 22mm/27mm
  • Depth 24mm
  • ERD 552mm (not including nipple head dimension)
  • Rim Weight Flyweight 270+/-15g, Standard 320+/-15g
  • Profile Symmetric (0mm)
  • Max Cyclist Weight (on flat ground) Flyweight 90kgs/ 198lbs, Standard 100kgs/ 220lbs
  • Spoke Hole Angle ±5°
  • Spoke Tension 115~130kgf front disc side and rear drive side
  • Max Tire Pressure 40psi/ 2.75bar
  • Recommended Tire Width 1.9" ~ 2.3"

HUBS

We keep in stock the most popular axle sizes and colors of some well-liked hub models. If you want a special order, feel free to contact us (sales@lightbicycle.com).

  • Model DT SWISS 180, DT SWISS 240 EXP, DT SWISS 350, Hope Pro 4, Industry Nine Hydra, Industry Nine 1/1, Chris King BOOST, Bitex BX212F / BX212R, Hope Pro 5
  • Front Axle Size 15 / 100mm, 15 / 110mm BOOST
  • Rear Axle Size 12 / 142mm, 12 / 148mm BOOST, 12 / 157mm Super BOOST
  • Driver Body Shimano MTB 10/11S, Sram XD, Shimano MTB 10/11S Alloy, Sram XD Alloy, Shimano Micro Spline, Shimano Micro Spline Alloy
  • Hole 28H, 32H

OTHER PARTS

Leave a note at checkout or contact us if you want spare spokes or nipples.

  • Spokes DT Swiss Competition Race, Sapim CX Ray, Oil slick J-bend
  • Nipples Aluminium Black, Aluminium Red, Brass Oil slick, Brass Black

TECH

The Flyweight is a new series of wheels from Light Bicycle. Targeted specifically towards racers who seek every possible edge on the race course. Our goal was to produce the lightest possible wheel without sacrificing performance.

Drawing on our engineers’ years of experience and countless revisions in each step of the manufacturing process, we are able to produce a strong and stiff XC wheel while dramatically reducing the weight.

Construction: We used a special uni-directional pre-preg with a very low fiber areal weight. This is an exclusive process to our Flyweight rims. To further reduce the weight we used a blend of Toray T700 and T800 specific layups. We opted for a new subtle ultralight waterslide graphic in glossy black with a matte finish overtop in the spirit of keeping these as true cross country race oriented wheels.

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WARRANTY

For Non-Pro Series Rims: From the date of purchase, 3-year Standard Warranty.

For Pro Series Rims: From the date of purchase, 5-year Pro Warranty as standard and an upgraded optional lifetime Premium Warranty with minimum charge.

Crash Replacement: It is applicable with the same period as the warranty time range that you purchased for the rims with 10% /25% discount for Non-Pro series /Pro series.

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WHAT IS IN THE BOX

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The Flyweight is a new series of wheels from Light Bicycle. Targeted specifically towards racers who seek every possible edge on the race course. Our goal was to produce the lightest possible wheel without sacrificing performance.

Drawing on our engineers’ years of experience and countless revisions in each step of the manufacturing process, we are able to produce a strong and stiff XC wheel while dramatically reducing the weight.

Construction: We used a special uni-directional pre-preg with a very low fiber areal weight. This is an exclusive process to our Flyweight rims. To further reduce the weight we used a blend of Toray T700 and T800 specific layups. We opted for a new subtle ultralight waterslide graphic in glossy black with a matte finish overtop in the spirit of keeping these as true cross country race oriented wheels.

  • Overview

    The Flyweight is a new series of wheels from Light Bicycle. Targeted specifically towards racers who seek every possible edge on the race course. Our goal was to produce the lightest possible wheel without sacrificing performance.

    Drawing on our engineers’ years of experience and countless revisions in each step of the manufacturing process, we are able to produce a strong and stiff XC wheel while dramatically reducing the weight.

    Construction: We used a special uni-directional pre-preg with a very low fiber areal weight. This is an exclusive process to our Flyweight rims. To further reduce the weight we used a blend of Toray T700 and T800 specific layups. We opted for a new subtle ultralight waterslide graphic in glossy black with a matte finish overtop in the spirit of keeping these as true cross country race oriented wheels.

  • Specs

  • Tech

  • Warranty

  • In The Box

Koh : LB Recon RM650BC09 rims help me achieve below 9.5kg weight mark (9.28kg) for my full sus Cannondale Scalpel. Thumbs up!
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Light Bicycle : Rims: RM650BC09 Flyweight matte UD 24/28H external hole Hubs: Tune King 12/100mm J-bend 6-bolt Silver 24H Tune Kong 12/142mm Sram XD J-bend 6-bolt Silver 28H 24T Spokes: Sapim CX Ray Black straight pull uncertain Nipples: Sapim Aluminium Black Polyax Secure Lock External
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Light Bicycle : Rim: RM650BC09 Standard matte UD 24H external hole With Holes HUB(Rear): DT SWISS 240S 12 / 142mm Sram XD straight pull Center lock Black 24H 54T Spokes: Black straight pull Sapim CX Ray Nipples: Sapim Polyax Aluminium Red External
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COMMENTS

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Lee 2020/10/01

I am interested in the RM650BC09 for gravel touring. Will that rim work with 47mm tires at up to 40 psi? If not, what is the max pressure? thanks.


LightBicycle 2020/10/02

Hi Lee, Thanks for your inquiry! For our RM650BC09 wheelset 27.5 er, it is okay to ride under 60PSI. The max tire pressure is 60PSI.So, if you ride 40PSI, it works. Please let us know if you have any other questions. Thanks, Lightbicycle


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Josh 2020/08/12

Any chance you could do a front wheel with a Cannondale Lefty hub?


LightBicycle 2020/08/13

Hi Josh, Yes, we can build a front 650B wheel with a lefty hub for you. Are you referring to lefty1.0 or supermax 2.0? We can do both. A few brands optional, Tune, Carbon-Ti, Industry Nine. Which will you prefer? Please let me know if your ideal hub is not listed above. Thanks, Lightbicycle


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Mathieu 2019/10/02

Hi - Can I fit an 11-speed Ultegra cassette on this wheelset? Thx, mathieu


LightBicycle 2019/10/03

Hi Mathieu, Thanks for your inquiry! Do you have the 11-speed Ultgegra cassette model NO.? Then we can check whether it is shimano MTB10/11S or shimano road 11S. Yes, we can get RM650C09 650B wheelset with correct free hub accordingly for your cassette. Thanks, Lightbicycle


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Shane 2019/03/04

Hi, I'd like to purchase two 650bc09 rims please. The flyweight version in 24 hole and 32 hole. I work at Bicycles NYC in new york city and we are a light bicycle dealer. Can you help me purchase these rims please? I'd like the unidirectional carbon matte rims. Thank you. Shane.


LightBicycle 2019/03/05

Hi Shane, We only recommend using the flyweight version of RM650BC09 on the 650B front wheel. But if you insist, I can make the order for you anyway. What kind of riding do you plan to do? The flyweight rim was designed for light XC riding. If you are a heavy rider, I would suggest you go with the standard version rim on the back. Thanks, Lightbicycle


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Craig 2019/01/14

Hi, Looking for 135 x 10mm rear and 100 x 15mm wheelset. What hubs do you spec? Cheers, craig


LightBicycle 2019/01/14

Hi Craig, For front 15*100mm/rear 10*135mm, the rear hub is 135mm*QR or 135mm *10mm thru axle? Then we can check accordingly for you. Thanks, Lightbicycle


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Yeah 2018/07/20

Why is Paypal the only option as I don't intend to pay your 30 bucks Paypal fee??


LightBicycle 2018/07/21

Hi Yeah, We also accept Weston Union and bank transfer for payment. Thanks, Lightbicycle


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Gary 2018/01/25

Hi, I'm interested in a pair of 650B standard XC wheels. I wish to fit these wheels to my Cannondal Habit which requires the rear wheel to be dished 6mm to suite the Ai (Assymetric Intergration) set up. Can you produce the wheel to suite my need and will this cost any extra money? Thanks


LightBicycle 2018/01/26

Hi Gary, Yes, we can build the requested AI rear wheel for you. In fact, we have built several of our customers before. And we won't charge extra for the special wheel building requirement. Thanks, Lightbicycle


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Loic 2018/01/13

Hello, What to choose for rear axle when my current rear axle is 170mm long and 4mm un diameter ?


LightBicycle 2018/01/15

Hi Loic, Is it rear 170mm *QR? Thanks, Lightbicycle


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peter 2017/06/27

Hi, Are the prices quoted in AUD or USD? Would you recommend the 27mm or 30 mm width for 2.6 inch tyres. Is it possible to write an invoice of less thanr 1000AUD for customs? Many thanks Peter Pridmore


LightBicycle 2017/06/29

Hello Peter, Thanks for your inquiry. Our web prices are in USD. Below are the recommended tires width for both rims. I think the 30mm width rim is more suitable for 2.6’’ tire. Or may I know what your riding terrain is normally? Do you ride aggressively? What is your weight? Then we will do some recommendations and quote accordingly. 27mm width rims: 1.9’’ ~ 2.3’’ 30mm width rims: 2.0’’ ~ 2.4’’ Yes, we can declare the value under AUD1000, then you don’t need to pay the tax. Don’t worry. Thanks, Lightbicycle


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Alfred 2017/05/28

Hi, I am keen on a set of wheels for use with my rs-1 fork. What would be the additional if I choose the dt swiss option?


LightBicycle 2017/05/31

Hello Alfred, Thanks for your inquiry. New DT Swiss 240S 15*110mm straight pull predictive steering hub is available for Rock Shox RS-1 forks.We have these hubs in stock. Thanks, Lightbicycle


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