Rohloff Chain Tensioner mounting bolt
The Rohloff Chain Tensioner mounting bolt (Art. 8253) is the standard bolt that fixes the Rohloff chain tensioner to the frame’s derailleur hanger.
Why a genuine bolt?
Correct fit. Thread and length match the Rohloff tensioner and a standard derailleur hanger.
Lost or damaged? Replace a stripped or lost bolt for very little money.
Standard length. Thinner dropouts (under 7 mm) with a 13T or splined sprocket need the long bolt 8255 instead.
Holds the pivot. The tensioner swings back on wheel removal – a sound bolt keeps it secure.
Who is it for?
- Riders with a lost bolt. Common after wheel and tensioner removal.
- Home mechanics. A spare in the toolbox.
- Workshops. Standard SPEEDHUB service part.
Compatibility
| Rohloff part number | 8253 |
|---|---|
| Fits | Rohloff chain tensioner |
| Long version | 8255 (+3.5 mm) |
Frequently asked questions
Standard or long bolt?
Standard 8253 for normal dropouts; long 8255 for dropouts thinner than 7 mm with 13T or splined sprockets.
Does it come with washers?
Distancing washers are sold separately as 8256.
Will it fit other tensioners?
It is made for the Rohloff tensioner.
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.