Acolyte Rear Derailleur 8 Speed Medium Cage
Not everyone needs the added chain retention provided by our innovative SpringLock system. For those riders, we offer a non-clutch version of our Acolyte derailleur. While still capable of handling a 12-46T cassette, the rear derailleur is the perfect choice for commuter or touring bikes that can benefit from using a wide range 1x gearing system.
Features.
- Direct path cable routing for smooth and responsive shifting
- Compatible with 12-42T and 12-46T 9-speed cassettes
- Compatible with Acolyte shifters only
Group | Acolyte |
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Speed | 8-Speed |
Cage Length | Medium Cage |
Max Cog | 42-46T |
Capacity | 41T |
Clutch | No |
Cage Material | Steel |
Outer Link Material | Aluminum |
Compatibility | Acolyte |
Support
WARRANTY
POLICY
microSHIFT warrantees all its products to be free from defect in material and workmanship for four years from the original date of purchase.
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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.
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.