With XC racers relying on suspension lockouts and dropper posts finding their way on XC bikes, it hasn't taken long for cockpits to get rather messy. DT Swiss looks to bring tidy cockpits to XC bikes everywhere with the new L2 and L3 remote levers.

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Let's start with the L2. This lever is the one that works with DT Swiss's INCONTROL three position suspension damping system, allowing riders to lock and unlock suspension with a single movement of a thumb. It can be fastened to your cockpit using a Matchmaker X clamp and can be adjusted to a rider's preference.

DT Swiss says that it doesn't take up too much space either, thanks to its neat design.

Then the L3 lever is made up of the L2 remote but thanks to a modular design, includes the brand's existing L1 lever. This combines the accessibility of suspension lockout and a dropper post's actuation.  Just like the L2, it can be fitted to a bike using a Matchmaker X or handlebar clamp and it's individually adjustable to fit properly with a rider's hand.

Both levers are compatible with DT Swiss's F 232 ONE and F 535 ONE forks, along with R 232 ONE and R 535 ONE shocks.

While we dont have GBP pricing just yet, the L2 is available for $65.90 (~£50) and the L3 can be picked up for $109.90 (~£80)

• www.dtswiss.com

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