Rohloff Chain Tensioner arm
The Rohloff Chain Tensioner arm (Art. 8249) is the replacement arm for the Rohloff Chain Tensioner 8250, 8250-10 and 8250-15 – fix a bent or damaged tensioner instead of buying a new one.

Why replace only the arm?
Repair, don’t replace. A bent arm after a rock strike or crash does not mean the whole tensioner is lost.
Fits three versions. Listed by Rohloff for 8250, 8250-10 and 8250-15.
Restores the chainline. A straight arm keeps the jockey wheels in line and the chain running quietly.
Workshop-friendly. Reuse your jockey wheels, spring and bolts.
Who is it for?
- Riders with a bent tensioner. Off-road knocks are the usual cause.
- Long-distance tourers. A light spare that saves the trip.
- Workshops. Repair customer tensioners economically.
Compatibility
| Rohloff part number | 8249 |
|---|---|
| Fits | Chain Tensioner 8250, 8250-10, 8250-15 |
| Not for | DH Chain Tensioner Shorty 8245 / 8245-10 (use arm 8246) |
Frequently asked questions
Does it fit the DH Shorty?
No. The DH Shorty uses its own arm, 8246.
Are jockey wheels included?
The arm is sold on its own; jockey wheels are available as 8251.
How do I know my tensioner version?
The standard 8250 and the -10/-15 versions all take this arm.
About Rohloff
Rohloff AG from Fuldatal near Kassel, Germany, builds the SPEEDHUB 500/14: a 14-speed gear hub with evenly spaced gears, a 526% gear range and a sealed oil bath. As robust as the hub is, Rohloff sells small wear and replacement parts individually, so a SPEEDHUB is repaired, not replaced.
BoodaBike (Massive Bikes, Budapest) is an official Rohloff service centre, trained by Rohloff, and an official European distributor of Rohloff hubs and parts. We sell genuine Rohloff parts and we are happy to help you identify the right one for your hub version.
