Rohloff Downhill Kit - 8293

Rohloff Downhill Kit (DH chain tensioner + DH chain guide)

The Rohloff DH chain guide for the Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14 prevents the chain from falling off inwards onto the hub housing. Although it is very rare for the chain to fall off, it can happen in downhill use and in hard falls.

The DH chain guide can only be used with screw-in and plug-in sprockets with 15, 16 and 17 teeth.  In combination with a plug-in sprocket, the Splined Carrier S (8540S) must be mounted, because the chain guide only works with a chainline of 54mm.

The Rohloff DH chain tensioner is designed for downhill use. In contrast to the regular Rohloff chain tensioner, it has a shorter swing arm that is restricted from moving. This feature ensures that the upper jockey wheel runs very close to the sprocket. This forced guide guarantees a positive run of the chain onto the sprocket even under extreme riding conditions. To remove the wheel, the chain tensioner mounting bolt has to be loosened.

The Rohloff DH chain tensioner has a tension capacity of 10 chain links. It is mounted to the derailleur hanger of the frame. The adjustment to the correct chain line can be achieved by shims.

On dropouts thinner than 7mm, the use of the 13 tooth sprocket with Speedhub 500/14 (chainline 58mm) will require the use of the longer mounting bolt. This is available separately.

Material: aluminium, pulleys: plastic