SRAM Road AXS | How to: Install a Spider-based Power Meter

[@CatManDoSocial]

I want my power meter to be integrated into my chainrings so I have to replace it if my chainrings ever get damaged, wear out, or I just want to change the number of teeth. Said no one, ever. Why do you all think this is a good idea?

[@SRAM]

Sounds like you would like a spindle-based power meter then! No matter what, you'll get years of durability and we'll recycle the electronics when you're done.

[@sillytorque]

@@SRAM but who thought this was a good idea? it's insane

[@captcan78]

@@SRAM This is the most stupid answer you could have given... So the solution is: If you invest in a powermeter, don't buy the Quarq. Use an alternative Crank that allows you to replace the Chainrings

[@mlee6050]

Aka why I'm looking at Garmin power meter pedals, twice as accurate as this crank and not have to endure it on the crank

[@tonimahoni5715]

I really like sram, but this makes me consider shimano in the future. For red, okay, if you spend thounsands for some grams...but now force also is integrated and i'm really dissappointed

[@ka51m1r2]

Can you share the product number (and probably link to product page for ordering) for the powermeter which is used in the video to be installed on the new FORCE AXS?

[@jorgechang7595]

you made it seem so easily to torque to 54 Nm :D and even easier to remove the crank..

[@patrickrenschler]

Do you have a video showing how the "SRAM threaded chainring removal tool" is supposed to be used for red xplr power meter cranks?

[@jeffmhastings]

I like the tools you used in the video. Who makes them?

[@Dr.Schlitz]

The 8mm Allen Key (hex wrench) looks like the Park Tool THH-8. The amaller torque wrench looks like the Park Tool TW-5.2, but it has been painted grey, presumably to disguise the branding. The TW-5.2 is a 3/8 drive wrench, and it looks like they are using a Wera 781 A/B, Connection Part, 1/4" - 3/8" adapter to allow the use of a 1/4" drive torx bit (you can see the markings on this adapter in the video). The bit is a Wera T20 1/4" drive T20 torx bit, which has been painted blue, again presumably to disguise the branding. The larger torque wrench looks like the Park Tool TW-6.2, again painted grey.

[@alekschify]

Cool video but I still have an open question: what exactly is the difference between the SRAM Force Dub 35x48t and the SRAM Force AXS Dub 35x48t crank?

[@saltaboada6970]

AXS is SRAM's electronic line

[@JayLato]

2:29 Grease it up good, 0:16 or in the future you’ll need to add a flag pole for leverage.

[@SRAM]

A flag pole wouldn't fit in the frame for a video. But in all seriousness, we do agree that grease is very good and very necessary.

[@blinzi69]

no initial setup needed anymore in the app?

[@jesperlaursen3917]

SO just to be sure, when my chainring is up for replacement, i need to buy a new chainring/powermeter?

[@sillytorque]

of course not.... the chain ring is a replaceable consumable that attaches to the spider like always.....oh wait...

[@Dr.Schlitz]

If you are concerned about that, you should look at Sram's spider-based power meter.

[@Tuffjobs]

Will this work with sram force CX1?

[@kennyc2124]

Hi, I want to ask a question. I have a Sram Rival XPLR 1x groupset. Can I install a Sram Force AXS spider based power meter? My local store says it works, but I'm not sure.

[@TonySalazarTotalFit]

Is it compatible with the new axs Rival? If so, how could it be ordered in usa?

[@kevinproost1021]

will this fit also the rival Etap 12speed? and if not is there a sider compatible with rival? or is the force crank compatible to be exchanged without any fuzz with the rival ?

[@RidingBikes07]

Might be a dumb question, but could I install the crank arm power meter instead of the spider based one if I wanted (can you use both)?

[@SRAM]

Not a dumb question! Technically speaking, you could install a spindle-based power meter crank arm with a spider-based power meter chainring and drive-side arm. On your head unit, you would have to select which power meter you would like to make visible on your data screen.

[@waepekk]

Is the force d1 power meter compatible with the d2 crank?

[@Thomas-gx9mu]

Do you get the answer ?

[@waepekk]

@@Thomas-gx9mu nope lol

[@Numeriwar]

Yes it is.

[@wksoon]

what is the difference between force and red 2x power meter chainring? Are the force chainring heavier ? is yes by how much?

[@SRAM]

they're the same, just different finishes.

[@GroomsJk]

I recently purchased the new Cannondale EVO 1 equipped with the new SRAM Force group w/o a power meter. Is this the only part I need to buy to convert my bike to get L/R power measurements? Thanks - J

[@unknowntraveller1334]

Hello, yes i think so. Im thinking about buying the cannondale supersix evo 1 as well. Unfortunatly there is no Powermeter installed. If i'm right, you need to upgrade with this chainring. Btw very expensive. 700€ in germany 🥴

[@matthewnapier4475]

Will this work with the last generation of Force?

[@SRAM]

Yes! Totally backwards compatible.

[@GuilBarros]

What brand are the tools in this video?

[@Garyh61]

Likely Park.

[@Dr.Schlitz]

Looks like Park Tool and Wera. See my detailed response below in the comments.

[@zariaman]

"I'm writing to express my extreme frustration with your replacement service. It's been over a month and I'm still without my front chainring for my SWorks Venge. The PM crank was submitted by Wheels of Bloor in Toronto, and yet, here I am, still waiting! I'm a self-sponsored and could've been back riding next day if I'd chosen Shimano. Your service is unacceptable and I won't be quiet about it. People look to me for advice on cycling gear. You can bet this experience will be part of what I share. Immediate improvement is needed! [Your Name]."

[@SRAM]

Hi Demetre. Sorry to hear about the wait. We've reached out to our friends at Quarq customer service to try to get a better understanding of what's going on here.

[@zariainthewarzone2539]

@@SRAM I have sent you an email with the details.

[@TARTESIASL]

¿Mide ambas piernas por separado?

[@edoardorincon1761]

no creo , go to wahho

[@karlosarmiento1608]

Can I go from force d1 48/35 to the new force d2 50/37 without changing the chain?

[@SRAM]

Hi Karlo! Adding two teeth to your drivetrain does not require a new chain, so you should be good to go.

[@karlosarmiento1608]

@@SRAM Sweet! Thanks a for the quick response! The new power meter chainring just arrived today, I'm stoked! Can't wait for some complete Apex Axs bikes to start rolling out.. You guys are nailing it! Cheers!

[@SRAM]

@@karlosarmiento1608 Thanks, Karlo. :)

[@David-vb8cl]

Hey @SRAM I had the same question, found the answer :)! Maybe you could list thant on your page (product description?), that no chain change is required by adding or removing 2 teth on the drivetrain? I upgrade my bike from 46/33 to a 48/35 powermeter, there it should be the same, right?

[@karlosarmiento1608]

@@David-vb8cl Just an update! Been riding with the new chainring since I installed it, no issues whatsoever.

[@Dr.Schlitz]

I always get a manicure before working on my bike. /s

[@Cykelmyggen72]

is this only my thoughts.🤷‍♂ it's seriously the weirdest thing I've seen in the history of cycling in a long time! that you make a crankset, if you wear your teeth on the crankset where the power meter sits, you are almost forced to invest in a new powermeter... -.-'

[@motogp9253]

Please stop hiring Mime's to do your videos.