DT Swiss has updated its 1700 line of alloy and carbon wheels for 2026. Featuring improved asymmetrical rims optimized for everything from XC racing to e-bikes, the improved DT Swiss 1700 line offers a range of options for different riding styles. Explore all the specifics of the new wheels below…

DT Swiss’s well-established 1700 line of wheels has been updated for 2026 with a host of fresh features. The brand says it’s improved its category-specific asymmetric rims and has three new aluminum MTB rims—the HX, EX, and XM—for users to spec on their wheelsets. They also claim the new asymmetrical design ensures a stronger wheel build thanks to more even spoke tension, and that the rims are specific to the front and rear. Although customers can build up their own wheelsets, DT Swiss is currently offering four new complete options for those looking for something ready to roll.

  • DT Swiss 1700 MTB Wheels
  • DT Swiss 1700 MTB Wheels

DT Swiss has also introduced new internal hub upgrades. Their DEG DF technology, an anti-pedal kickback system, is fully integrated into the wheel. It offers three setup options at 0, 10, and 20 degrees of engagement, and it is tool-free to adjust. The same technology is available on their hybrid hubs, albeit with less engagement with adjustments at 0 and 10 degrees. Other updates include upgrades to the DT Competition Race spoke. With an extra-thin middle section, the brand says the spoke still ensures stiffness and durability. Each spoke is hand-laced to the hubs and rims using flat hex aluminum nipples to prevent tape pinching. Let’s get into the specifics of their complete offerings to see the differences.

DT Swiss 1700 Alloy Models

DT Swiss’ new alloy offerings comprise the HX, EX, and XM wheelsets. Each has a 30mm internal rim width, uses their 350 DEG DF hub, and has a hooked design. Where they differ is in their internal hub-engagement mechanisms, weights, and spoke choices.

DT Swiss 1700 MTB Wheels
  • DT Swiss 1700 MTB Wheels
  • DT Swiss 1700 MTB Wheels
  • DT Swiss 1700 MTB Wheels

The HX weighs 2,019 grams, features a 60-tooth hybrid-specific ratchet, uses DT hybrid 2 straight-pull spokes, and has an MSRP of $875 for the set. The EX wheels maintain the hooked design but use DT Competition Race spokes, a 72-degree ratchet system, and weigh 1,916 grams. The brand says these are ideal for enduro racers and have an MSRP of $863. The XM wheels are the same price, but are 1825 grams. All of the new wheels have both SRAM XD and Shimano Micro Spline cassette interface options, and 27.5″ rim options as well. The wheels vary in ASTM rating between 4 and 5, depending on the chosen model and specifics.

DT Swiss 1700 XRC

The XRC is the brand’s 1700 carbon offering. At 1,410 grams, they’re the lightest in the 1700 line, with an ASTM rating of 3. The wheels use a 350 with a Ratchet System 54 SL hub, a hookless rim design, 30mm internal width, and DT Competition Race straight-pull spokes.

  • DT Swiss 1700 MTB Wheels
  • DT Swiss 1700 MTB Wheels

The wheels are officially approved for use on e-bikes, have a 20mm rim height, and only come in 29″ rim diameters. The XRC wheels have an MSRP of $1,499 for the set.

DT Swiss has also made a video that runs through all the details of the new 1700 line:

For more on the new DT Swiss 1700 wheels, visit DTSwiss.com.

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