Technologies

MONOCOQUE TECHNOLOGY

High modulus carbon monocoque

Our designs, carbon layup configurations and construction set Wilier apart. By utilizing the right combination of directional carbon composites, we can attain an ideal balance of comfort,
stiffness and handling.

EASY DRIVE SYSTEM

The oversized, squared profile that characterizes our fork crowns and that flows into the base of our head tubes maximizes strength and stability at a key fulcrum point.

SWING-ARM INTEGRATED DESIGN

Our unique rear triangle concept has been influenced in part by advanced motorcycle design. We have created a seamless, integrated monocoque unit that unifies seat and chainstays,as well as all-carbon dropouts, for more immediate power transfer and superb handling.

WILIER OVERSIZE BOTTOM BRACKET

Our proprietary oversized bottom bracket design works with standard components while at the same time providing better power transfer, more strength and increased stability where it counts the very most. We have increased the dimensions of the bottom bracket area by 39% over traditional designs without increasing weight.

INTEGRATED DROP-OUT

Seamless construction that does away with joints, glues and bolts. The dropouts are part of the unified rear triangle and an essential component of the carbon monocoque frame mold.As part of the continuous seat and chainstays, the angles of this area of the frame structure have been relaxed to dissipate road vibrations and improve comfort as well as handling.

46TON

The strongest, most resilient carbon fiber. The name of Mitsubishi’s wonder-composite conveys its ability to withstand 46 tons of pressure per cubic millimeter.We implement 46 TON in the construction of our bikes for unequaled strength, stability and durability.

60TON

To build a great monocoque carbon frame, we look for the perfect balance of stiffness, comfort and responsiveness at the lightest possible weight. Carbon fiber is an ideal material for bicycle frames because of its qualities of elasticity, capacity to withstand stresses, and its strength-to-weight ratio. The higher the modulus, the stiffer the composite. On the other end of the spectrum, the lower the modulus, the more elastic it will be.

In the construction of the Cento1 Superleggera, we implemented MR60H for stiffness in the critical stress areas where lateral stiffness equates to greater efficiency. Then we used T800H and T700SC, with more elastic characteristics, to ensure comfort and sure-footed handling. Each was used as minimally as possible once our demanding strength and durability standards were met, ensuring the lightest weight frame possible.

CSI - UNI EN 14781

In addition to our Wilier Frame Testing procedures implemented during production, Wilier Triestina has chosen to have its products undergo the most rigorous testing in the bike industry in order to conform with the latest safety standards established by the European Community. Only products that have been exhaustively tested at CSI’s internationally renowned quality
control center by accomplished engineers, physicists and chemists are awarded CSI certification “UNI EN 14781.”

GRAVITY FRIENDLY

Our Superlight research efforts have led us to develop a monocoque design and construction process that eliminates potential points of vulnerability along key stress areas. This makes for framesets that are extremely lightweight while still embodying the characteristics of dependability and performance that have always set Wilier Triestina apart.

Wilier Monocoque System

Wilier Monocoque System: Wilier Triestina leverages the latest in carbon monocoque technologies to eliminate vulnerable areas and create frames that are lightweight, efficient and compliant.

WIND FRIENDLY

We have implemented cutting-edge aerodynamic shapes while preserving torsional stiffness for optimal power transfer and light weight for efficient climbing.

INTEGRATED SEATPOST CONCEPT

The seatmast is an integral part of the frame, gradually tapering to oversize dimensions until it comes into contact with the bottom bracket. Countless technical editors have praised this feature for the responsive handling it provides. The interior diameter of the upper portion of the seatmast is 31.6 mm so that it can be cut and used with a traditional seatpost, if necessary.

Asymmetric Rear Arms

The drive-side chainstay has been modified to better facilitate the forces applied to it by the actuation of the drivetrain, providing enhanced stability and ultra-efficient power transfer.

CARBON SPECIAL WEAVE

Although striking, the Cento1 Superleggera carbon “skin" is not merely aesthetic! Through extensive testing, we established a combination of layup and weave density to reach an ideal critical stress intensity toughness (KIC). The layup configuration of T800H carbon fibers forms a three-dimensional outer weave that increases strength and stability, dampens road vibration and makes the frame more impact-resistant.

Castelli

Custom project by CASTELLI

Compact

Custom Project by FSA

custom project by FSA

Custom Project by Morgan Blue

Custom Project by SanMarco

Custom Project by SelleItalia

Di2

Large Inflatable Tube

We’ve also leveraged LIT (Large Inflation Tube) technology in the making of the Cento1 Superleggera. Our prepreg carbons benefit from even higher and more uniform compaction through the use of industrial, high pressure bladders. The bladders expand from within the frame’s tubing, pushing against the inner walls of the tubes as the frame mould exerts opposing pressure from the outside. The combined compaction-forces result in a precision, lower-void construction and consistent wall thickness of the tubes throughout the frame’s construction.
More traditional carbon manufacturing processes fail to optimally compact a composite, resulting in varied wall thicknesses, or voids (undesirable resin deposits), along a frame’s tubing that compromise structural integrity. That could translate into reduced longevity and strength. So the advantages of the Cento1 SL’s construction are obvious: increased capacity to handle stresses, optimal torsional stiffness, and unparalleled responsiveness.

MEGAEXO

Custom Project by SciCon

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Zno Traitment

What we commonly refer to as “carbon” is actually a composite of fibers and epoxy resin. The resin’s function is to join and bond the fibers, as well as protect the overall structure from external forces. In order to avoid potential points of weakness that could result from micro-gaps in a composite layup, we’ve implemented an ultra low density nanoparticle Zinc Oxide (“ZnO”) resin.

This results in a stronger composite with higher resistance to impact while enabling us to reduce the weight of our frames due to its superior structural integrity. What this means out on the road is improved durability and amazingly responsive handling – the hallmark of our frames.

Razor Eedge Design

Smooth Reard Design

Integrate cables system

BB386EVO

The BB386EVO system takes the oversized bottom bracket design concept, which was successfully introduced by Wilier Triestina in the Cento1 model and subsequent variations, to its next evolution. To obtain an unprecedented stiffness at a crucial point of the frame, we have devised an innovative system that can perfectly incorporate an ultra-stiff crank into an ultra-stiff frame. The traditional BB30 system proved inadequate because it requires a frame with a 68 mm box, which is too narrow to deliver the degree of stiffness that we wanted. With this in mind, we developed the new standard BB386EVO in collaboration with FSA, which pairs a carbon crank with a longer 30 mm spindle and a wider 86.5 mm bottom bracket box.

Special Elastic Infiltration

Zero.7 marks the implementation of an exclusive new Wilier Triestina technology: S.E.I. Film (Special Elastic Infiltrated). The injection of a proprietary viscoelastic film between layers of carbon increases vibration absorption and impact resistance, therefore making the frame safer and more comfortable. This new material has already been widely tested in the aeronautical and automotive industries with excellent results. It is now being applied in the construction of bicycles for the first time.

Tapered Head Tube

The top of the headtube measures 1”1/8 while the base is 1”1/4. This differentiation is slight, but it allows for an optimal balance of stiffness and maneuverability of the bike, while keeping a focus on lightness and comfort.

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