Magura Vyron third gen dropper rebuilt from the ground up
Magura has this week released detail of its third generation wireless seat post, as sold under the Vyron banner.
In its revamp, the manufacturer has prioritised intuitive operation, a lightning-fast response and extension speed, plus a high level of resilience with IP67 certification.
Six years ago, Magura became the first to introduce an electronically controlled dropper post. The Magura Vyron was the first Vario seat post on the market to be equipped with wireless remote control and has received several awards since then. Despite those accolades, this third evolutionary stage of the Vyron was developed from scratch.
New, intuitive operation
The seat post and the remote have been redesigned from the ground up. The Vyron MDS-V3 remote can be ergonomically placed on the underside of the handlebar, just like the gear lever on the right-hand side. It’s easily accessible with the thumb and can be optionally mounted on the brake master with the Magura Shiftmix clamp. An aluminium protective ring ensures high resistance to impacts or falls.
Communication between the remote and the seat post is said to be lightning-fast via Bluetooth connection, and the intuitive operation of the new Vyron MDS-V3 is similar to that of conventional, wired seat posts – the seat post will adjust for as long as the operating lever on the remote is actuated by the thumb.
A high level of resilience and IP67 certification thanks to the new battery concept
Mud, moisture and dirt are the enemies of all electronics. To protect the control unit, the new Vyron MDS-V3 dispenses with a charging socket, relying instead on a sealed battery cover. A replaceable CR2 lithium battery with a service life of at least one year is used for the power supply. Thanks to this pioneering battery concept, the new Vyron is IP67-certified and will even survive brief immersions in water.
New hydraulics for more speed
The hydraulics inside the seat post are also uncompromisingly designed for speed. The wholly redesigned inner workings of the post and a new, faster actuator ensure a perfect flow of oil between the hydraulic chambers. The result is a seat post that adjusts downwards at lightning speed when riders need it most.
The Magura MDS-V3 is available in two diameters and four travel variants (100 mm, 125 mm, 150 mm and 175 mm). By changing the inner tube base, the travel of the seat post can be easily adjusted from 175 to 150 mm and from 125 to 100 mm. This saves money, increases flexibility and ensures that the Vyron can also be quickly and easily mounted on other bikes.
The RRP of the Magura Vyron MDS-V3 is €579.90 (incl. 19% German VAT). It can be ordered from specialist bike shops from November 21st and is expected to be delivered from December. For the time being the product is available exclusively in Europe.
One regular service free of charge
From the sales launch, until 28 February 2023, the first 1,000 customers can register their VYRON at www.magura-vyron.com for one regular service free of charge (worth €139). The customer can choose the service date, though Magura recommends that the service is carried out after about one season of use.
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Technical details:
- MATERIAL: aluminium
- LENGTH: 396 / 421 / 446 mm / 471 mm (depending on the travel variant)
- ADJUSTMENT RANGE: 100 mm / 125 mm / 150 mm / 175 mm
- TRAVEL OPTION: from 175 to 150 mm / from 125 to 100 mm
- MINIMUM INSERTION DEPTH: 120 mm
- SADDLE POSITION: 0 mm setback
- BATTERY: replaceable | CR2 in seat post, CR2032 in remote
- BATTERY LIFE: roughly one year of use
- REMOTE CONTROL: Wireless remote control
- MOUNTING: Compatible with single clamp, MAGURA Shiftmix & SRAM Matchmaker
- DUST AND WATER SEALING: IP67 rating (protected against dust and brief immersion in water)
- Weight: 700 g (seatpost) / 40 g (remote) ; +/- 5%; w/o batteries
- RRP: €579.90 (incl. 19% german VAT) / £492.92
