How long is microSHIFT’s warranty period?
Four years. We warrantee all products to be free from defect in material and workmanship for four years from the original date of purchase.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are ADVENT X 10 speed shifters/derailleurs compatible with Shimano 10 speed shifters/derailleurs.
No. ADVENT X has a different cable pull than Shimano 10 speed products. ADVENT X shifters and derailleurs works best with ADVENT X.
Can I use any 10-speed cassette with my ADVENT X system?
ADVENT X is compatible with standard 10 speed cassette spacing. We suggest using a cassette with a max cog ranging between 46t and 48t. You can go smaller, but it will negatively affect shifting.
My ADVENT X cassette is missing a spacer – where can I get a replacement?
Most of the time, the spacer is stuck to the cassette lockring inside the packaging. If that’s not the case, please reach out to our service team via the contact us form.
What kind of brake calipers can I use with your drop bar brake/shifters?
All our brake levers are compatible with short pull mechanical calipers. We do not offer a hydraulic brake lever.
Can I use a smaller/larger range cassette with Acolyte/Advent/ADVENT X derailleurs?
Can I use a different company’s cassette on my bike/direct drive trainer?
You can, but we encourage you to keep within the specified max cog range. 42t-46t for Acolyte
and Advent. 46t-48t for ADVENT X.
How do I install a new cable in my flat bar shifter?
You do not have to disassemble any of our shifters to replace the cable. Instructions can be found here. To summarize, using the upper shift lever, shift all the way into the highest gear (smallest cog). Remove the cable cap* (marked in red). Undo the cable fixing bolt on the derailleur. Remove old cable by pushing the cable head through the cable port. Route the new cable, narrow side first, into the cable port and out through the barrel adjuster. Make sure the cable head is fully seated.
*Some shifters may not have a cable cap; in that case the cable port sits next to the upper shift lever.
How do I install a new cable in my drop bar shifter?
How can I stop my Acolyte/Advent/Advent X derailleur from hitting the largest cog of my cassette?
Verify that your b-tension screw is adjusted properly. The adjustment should allow for an 11-13mm gap for Acolyte/Advent and a 15-17mm gap for Advent X between the guide pulley and largest cog of the cassette. If that adjustment cannot be made, there is a good chance that your chain is too long. Most derailleur cages are eccentric. As the cage is pulled towards the chainring, the guide pulley is then moved out of the way of the larger cogs of the cassette. Too much slack in the chain will allow the guide pulley to rest on the largest cog.
Can the shifting effort on an Acolyte system be adjusted?
Proper b-tension adjustment can make the shifts into the larger cogs easier. When set properly the distance between the Acolyte derailleur’s guide pulley and largest cog of the cassette should be 11-13mm. The b-tension screw is located above the limit screws near the derailleur hanger.
Will Acolyte work on my kid’s bike?
Standard Acolyte works well with most 24” wheels. Check to make sure the rear wheel has a standard HG freehub and not a freewheel.
Is MicroNEW the same as microSHIFT?
No. As our products become more successful, counterfeits become more common. Make sure you’re buying from a trustworthy source.
MicroSHIFT products are not available at my local shop or online, when will they be back in stock?
We’re doing our best to make microSHIFT products available everywhere, all the time. We do our best to fulfill all orders as fast as possible, but sometimes supply does not keep up with demand. If your local distributor doesn’t carry microSHIFT, ask them to.
The jockey wheel on my ADVENT X derailleur has broken, how do I get a replacement?
If jockey wheels or other service parts are not available in your area, please contact service@microshift.com and we’ll do our best to help.
Can I use R9 shifters bar shifters with Advent?
No. Advent has its own cable pull – it’s much longer than R9 to accommodate a wide range cassette. They do not work well together.
Are the mounts for bar end/thumb shifters all the same?
No. There are two types of mounts: MTB and road specific. The mountain shifter has a larger diameter, in order to allow for more throw. As a result, the MTB mount is larger.
What kind of cables do my shifters and brake levers use?
Most our products use standard Shimano-style brake and shifter cables. The exception is our DS- and DN- series twist shifter, which uses a Campagnolo-style cable.
Can I buy directly from microSHIFT?
No, we work exclusively with regional distributors to sell our products.
Where can I buy microSHIFT?
We work with regional distributors to make products available around the world. We’re working to improve our coverage, but if you can’t find a product locally, try an online retailer.
How do I tighten the clutch on my Advent/Advent X derailleur?
Remove the clutch cover with a Phillips head screwdriver. Tighten the clutch bolt with a T15 torx at quarter turn increments. This will add pressure to the friction washers and strengthen the clutch. Clutch strength can be tested by hand throughout the process.
Should my cassette only have two rivets?
Yes. Our cassette rivets are not a structural part of the cassette. They hold most of the cogs/spacers together inside the packaging and make cassette installation easier. (The cassette lockring holds everything together when installed on the freehub body).
