How to maintain your mountain bike rear derailleur?

How to maintain your mountain bike rear derailleur?

To extend the life of your derailleur and ensure the smoothest possible operation, it's important not only to lubricate your drivetrain regularly, but also to maintain your rear derailleur. MTB rear derailleur. Here's how to perform a thorough cleaning.

  • Time : 1h00
  • Level : Medium
  • Tools : Allen key set | Degreaser | Cleaner | Grease | Cloth 

Steps

For effective cleaning, it is necessary to remove the derailleur from the bike.

  1. Remove the derailleur from the frame by unscrewing it from the derailleur hanger.

  2. Before disassembling, clean the outside of the derailleur.

  3. Separate the two parts and remove the rollers, taking care to mark the mounting direction.

  4. Clean the rollers, clevis and derailleur.
    Probikeshop tip: take the opportunity to check the condition of the rollers and replace them if necessary.
  5. Reassemble with grease.

Your derailleur is now perfectly clean. Now all you have to do is refit it on your MOUNTAIN BIKElubricate your drivetrain, and check that your entire system is in good working order. ATV transmission. You may need to adjust your derailleur.

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