Rohloff A12 Spacer – right-hand
The Rohloff A12 Spacer, right-hand (8597) is the sprocket-side spacer for mounting a Speedhub 500/14 A12 in Shimano E-Thru 12 mm dropouts, used with the 8592 reduction sleeve.
Why the original spacer?
Matches the E-Thru dropout. The Shimano E-Thru dropout has a plain 12 mm hole with a flat face on the sprocket side; the spacer fills it correctly. 
Works with 8592. The reduction sleeve 8592 goes through it to take the M7 axle bolt. 
Single replacement. Replace only the part you need.
Who is it for?
- Riders with a Shimano E-Thru frame. The sprocket-side spacer for an A12 Speedhub.
- Workshops. Keep one on hand for A12 installations.
Compatibility
| Rohloff part no. | 8597 |
|---|---|
| Side | Right (sprocket side) |
| Dropout system | Shimano E-Thru 12 mm |
| Used with | A12 reduction sleeve 8592 |
| Left-side counterpart | A12 Spacer left-hand 8596 |
Frequently asked questions
How do I know I have an E-Thru frame?
Rohloff states that 12 mm thru-axle frames must be measured with the A12 dropout measurement kit (Art. 8600) to work out which reduction sleeves and spacers are needed. A dropout photo also helps us check.
Can I use it on a DT/Maxle frame?
No. DT/Maxle frames use a threaded right-hand sleeve (8593 or 8599).
About Rohloff
Rohloff AG is a German manufacturer from the Kassel area, best known for the Speedhub 500/14 – a sealed 14-speed gear hub with evenly spaced gears. Rohloff sells every spare part as an individual item, so a Speedhub can be serviced and adapted to a new frame instead of being 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 build Speedhub bikes with Gates belt drive ourselves – if you are unsure which part fits your hub or frame, ask us before ordering.