Rohloff Set of hub/shifter cable measuring aids 165 mm + 200 mm
The Rohloff Set of hub/shifter cable measuring aids (8713) contains two brass tubes, 165 mm and 200 mm, for cutting Speedhub cables to exactly the right length.

Why the measuring aids?
Correct length every time. Slide the tube over the inner cable up to the housing and cut the cable at the end of the tube.
Two lengths in one set. 165 mm for the hub cables (internal gear mech), 200 mm for the shifter cables (external gear mech).
Precise shifting. Correct cable length is the basis of clean, reliable Speedhub shifting.
Brass. Robust tubes that last a workshop lifetime.
Who is it for?
- Speedhub owners. Replace cables at home with Rohloff's own method.
- Workshops. Standardised cable lengths for every Speedhub.
Compatibility
| Rohloff article no. | 8713 |
|---|---|
| Contents | Brass tube 165 mm (8711) and brass tube 200 mm (8712) |
| 165 mm | Cutting hub cables – internal gear mech |
| 200 mm | Cutting shifter cables – external gear mech |
| Material | Brass |
Frequently asked questions
Which tube do I need?
The 165 mm tube for hub cables on the internal gear mech, the 200 mm tube for shifter cables on the external gear mech.
Is it included in the Toolkit?
Yes, both the Toolkit (8500) and the Service Kit (8700) contain this set.
About Rohloff
Rohloff AG is a German engineering company based in Fuldatal near Kassel. It makes the SPEEDHUB 500/14, the 14-speed gear hub that touring, trekking and expedition riders have trusted for decades, and is also known for its workshop tools, chain and sprocket wear gauges and Oil of Rohloff chain lubricant.
BoodaBike (Massive Bikes, Budapest) is an official Rohloff service centre, trained by Rohloff, and an official European distributor of Rohloff hubs and parts. Everything we sell is genuine Rohloff, and we are happy to help you pick the right part.
