Disc Rear Bearing Swap

[@DaxPlusPlus]

Thanks for the clear video - nice to know for what needs to be done when the bearings eventually need to be swapped out.

[@ScribeCycling]

Hi DaxPlusPlus, thank you for the comment and glad you like the video :-).

[@qsuzukiq]

So you have to buy a £30 plus postage tool just to access the drive side bearing. This tool is specific to these hubs so is probably a one or two use only item! The alloy freehubs do not last long either, despite the steel reinforcement rib.

[@ScribeCycling]

@@qsuzukiq brand-specific service tools are not uncommon with bike components (eg Mavic spoke keys) and our ratchet plate tool is made from steel so can be used over and over. Many bike shops buy this tool for use in their workshops. Regarding any freehub issues you've encountered, please get in touch directly at [e-mail] to discuss. Our freehubs are very durable as they have two steel anti-bite guards. With the cassette tightened to the manufacturer's torque recommendations and correct maintenance/cleaning of your wheels the freehub should last for years. I hope all this helps 👍

[@lewiscassidy1793]

What is the bearing size for the disc hub (front and rear)? Is there any tutorial for freehub bearing replacement?

[@ryanmercer7804]

Are race d rim the same for the rear? ie do i still need the scribe ratchet tool?

[@ScribeCycling]

Hi @ryanmercer7804, yes the Race-D rear wheel uses the same ratchet system in its hub. Please see the link to see the tool you need to access the drive side bearing: scribecycling.com/products/ratchet-tool If your rear wheel has been upgraded to the double disc (two ratchet rings) 54 tooth system, you will need this tool instead: scribecycling.com/products/ratchet-spline-tool-1

[@johnr5001]

What;s the point of the inner hub sleeve. Seems like added weight for nothing.

[@vaska00762]

It's to prevent excessive bearing preload

[@darrenmiller6129]

Trying to do mine this evening and the rachet just won't budge. Any tips?

[@ScribeCycling]

Hi Darren - Your best to mount the tool in a vice, allowing you to place the wheel on the tool, parallel to the ground. Once located, use the wheels as leverage, rotating anti-clockwise. With thousands sold and serviced, we've yet to have one stick. If you still have issues, some penetrating fluid over night should help.

[@darrenmiller6129]

@@ScribeCycling thanks, I have managed to get it undone with what seemed a ridiculous amount of force! (Especially compared to the video)

[@twowheeledandy9856]

Thanks for posting this. Great hubs, love mine! Are the tools used available to buy from yourselves?

[@ScribeCycling]

Hi Andy, thank you for your comment. We've been working on finding a supplier to manufacture replicas of our tools for the last few weeks and we'll have something shortly. We've been testing different materials at our end and they'll likely be Nylon based as these can travel easily (if they are steel and people order them as spares with wheels, they are pretty heavy and we wouldn't want them damaging the wheels, hence the material choice). In addition, we are trying to create a shape(s) that can be used for the actual bearing sizes (6802/ 6902 etc.) so even if riders don't have our hubs, you can use them on other wheels :-). I hope this helps and we'll have something soon Andy. If you are on our newsletter/ social lists, we'll notify people on these channels. Alan.

[@twowheeledandy9856]

@@ScribeCycling that's great news, I'll keep an eye out for any updates. Cheers.

[@timcoggins1445]

@@ScribeCycling are these tools available yet? I can only see the ratchet tool on your website.