Description

SHIMANO SM-AX720 E-Thru Rear Axle (142x12mm) | Enhanced Stability and Performance
Elevate your cycling experience with the SHIMANO SM-AX720 E-Thru Rear Axle, a pinnacle of engineering designed to deliver uncompromising stability and performance for your bike´s rear wheel. As one of the most critical axes on your bicycle, the rear axle plays a vital role in handling, power transfer, and overall ride quality. The SM-AX720 is a premium-grade component from the world-renowned SHIMANO brand, crafted to meet the demands of modern road, gravel, and mountain biking.
This thru-axle is the perfect upgrade or replacement for any bike equipped with a 142x12mm rear dropout standard, ensuring a secure and flex-free connection between your frame and wheel. By significantly increasing the rigidity of the rear triangle, you will notice immediate improvements in cornering precision, braking power, and responsiveness during acceleration.
Key Benefits:
* Superior Stiffness and Handling: The robust 12mm diameter and secure E-Thru system create an incredibly stiff and stable rear end. This minimizes frame flex under load, preventing disc brake rub and ensuring that every watt of your power is transferred directly to the road or trail. Experience more predictable handling and confidence in high-speed corners.
* Lightweight Performance: Featuring SHIMANO´s proven hollow axle design, the SM-AX720 reduces weight without compromising on strength or durability. This reduction in unsprung mass contributes to a livelier feel and improved suspension performance, allowing your bike to react more quickly to the terrain.
* Effortless and Secure Operation: The integrated E-Thru lever system combines the speed and convenience of a traditional quick-release with the security of a bolted axle. It allows for quick, tool-free wheel removal and installation. The lever´s position is also adjustable, so you can clock it to your preferred angle for a clean look and to avoid trail-side snags.
* Unmatched SHIMANO Reliability: Built with the precision and quality that SHIMANO is famous for, this axle is engineered for long-lasting, reliable performance. It´s a dependable choice for everything from competitive racing to the demanding stop-and-go nature of Urban Cycling.
Main Features:
* Authentic SHIMANO E-THRU Axle System for fast and easy wheel changes.
* Hollow axle construction for an optimal balance of high stiffness and low weight.
* Integrated, adjustable position lever for tool-free operation and a clean aesthetic.
* Provides a more rigid and secure wheel mounting for improved bike performance.
* Specifically designed for frames with 142x12mm rear dropout spacing.
Whether you are building a new bike from the ground up, upgrading your current wheelset, or replacing a worn component, the SHIMANO SM-AX720 rear thru-axle is the definitive choice for riders who refuse to compromise on quality and performance.
Brand:
SHIMANO.
Specifications:
– SHIMANO thru axle ´´E-Thru SM-AX720´´ self-service package.
– Total Axle Length: 164mm (for 142mm installation width).
– Model Reference: SHIM.AXLE ETHRU SMAX720.
– Standard: 142x12mm.
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