Rear Wheel Shimano Ultegra WH-R8170-C60-TL-R 11/12-Speed 12x142 mm
Shimano Ultegra WH-R8170-C60-TL-R carbon rear wheel with 60 mm aero rim. Tubeless Ready, Shimano 11/12-speed HG freehub body and 12x142 mm axle.
- 60 mm full carbon aero rim
- Tubeless Ready, 21 mm internal
- 11/12-speed HG freehub body
- 12x142 mm axle, 911 g
Overview
Rear Wheel Shimano Ultegra WH-R8170-C60-TL-R 11/12-Speed 12x142 mm
Shimano Ultegra WH-R8170-C60-TL-R is a high-performance carbon rear wheel designed for road cyclists who prioritise aerodynamics, speed and efficient power transfer. Part of the Shimano Ultegra R8100 series, the C60 features a deep 60 mm rim profile engineered to reduce aerodynamic drag and help maintain high speeds. It is an excellent choice for racing, fast training sessions and riding on flatter, high-speed courses.
The 60 mm deep full carbon rim shares its aerodynamic profile with Shimano Dura-Ace R9200 series wheels. Its deep-section design is optimised to minimise air resistance, providing particular benefits at higher riding speeds. The lightweight, rigid construction supports efficient power transmission and responsive acceleration, helping riders maintain speed and make the most of every pedal stroke.
With a 21 mm internal width and 28 mm external width, the rim is designed to accommodate modern, wider road tyres. The Tubeless Ready construction supports both tubeless tyres and conventional clincher tyres with inner tubes. The wider rim profile provides improved tyre support, helping achieve an effective balance of rolling efficiency, grip and riding comfort. Shimano recommends tyre sizes from 25-622 to 32-622.
The rear wheel features 24 stainless steel spokes with Shimano's OPTBAL spoke arrangement, designed to optimise spoke tension balance and improve structural rigidity under drivetrain loads. This contributes to efficient power transmission and a stable, responsive riding feel, even during powerful acceleration.
The lightweight aluminium rear hub features a Shimano HYPERGLIDE HG freehub body compatible with Shimano 11- and 12-speed road cassettes. Its cup-and-cone bearing system provides smooth rotation, while labyrinth and contact seals help protect the bearings from dirt and moisture. The Shimano CENTER LOCK disc rotor interface ensures compatibility with suitable disc brake rotors, while the 12x142 mm E-THRU axle standard provides secure attachment to the bicycle frame.
Weighing approximately 911 grams, the Shimano Ultegra C60 rear wheel combines a deep aerodynamic rim profile, premium carbon construction and proven Shimano technology. It is an excellent upgrade for riders looking to improve their road bike's aerodynamic efficiency, acceleration and drivetrain performance at higher speeds.
Technical specifications:
- Manufacturer: Shimano
- Series: Ultegra R8100
- Model: WH-R8170-C60-TL-R
- Application: Road cycling
- Wheel type: Rear wheel
- Wheel size: 28" (700C)
- Rim material: Full carbon
- Rim depth: 60 mm (C60)
- Rim size: ETRTO 622x21C
- Internal rim width: 21 mm
- External rim width: 28 mm
- Tyre compatibility: Tubeless Ready / Clincher
- Recommended tyre size: 25-622 to 32-622
- Brake type: Disc brake
- Rotor mounting: CENTER LOCK
- Axle standard: 12x142 mm E-THRU
- Freehub body: Shimano HYPERGLIDE HG Road
- Cassette compatibility: Shimano 11- and 12-speed road cassettes
- Spoke count: 24
- Spoke arrangement: Shimano OPTBAL
- Spoke material: Stainless steel
- Nipple material: Aluminium
- Hub material: Aluminium
- Bearings: Cup-and-cone bearings
- Hub sealing: Labyrinth and contact seals
- Colour: Shimano Ultegra series colour
- Weight: Approx. 911 g
