What is in Technology and products?

Everything that is about understanding rather than wrenching: how the SPEEDHUB is built and works, which versions exist, which fits which frame, which oil to use, and where Rohloff comes from.

Technology and products

This section is about understanding rather than wrenching: what is inside the SPEEDHUB’s shell, how it turns into 14 gears, and which version suits your bike.

The product: The SPEEDHUB 500/14 — figures, benefits, manufacturing — and Technical data.
Inside: Modular system, Planetary gearing, Construction: exploded view, The 14 gears inside, Efficiency, How efficiency is measured, Gear ratio comparison and Wheel stability.
Choosing: Which bike is it for?, Variants — dropout width, axle, colour —, Model designations, Parts and accessories, Tuning parts and Care products and oils.
Background: The Rohloff story.

For everyday use and maintenance, see the SPEEDHUB manual.

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What is in Technology and products?: Everything that is about understanding rather than wrenching: how the SPEEDHUB is built and works, which versions exist, which fits which frame, which oil to use, and where Rohloff comes from.