Whether trail bikes, all-mountain bikes or enduro bikes - flatter geometries, more suspension travel and first-class suspension give modern mountain bikes more and more downhill potential. More and more manufacturers are using chain guides to ensure that the drivetrains are also up to the increasing demands of modern bikes. Deviate's Chainguide not only keeps the chain on the chainring in rough terrain, but according to Deviate it also makes a difference in terms of durability and noise levels.
The noise and resistance of existing solutions were problems that I really wanted to solve. I also wanted it to be compatible with many different setups. Durability was my next concern, so we utilised knowledge from the Highlander & Claymore and integrated grease nipples. - Chris Deverson, Co-owner & Chief Engineer at Deviate
The Deviate Chainguard comes with integrated grease ports and sealing lip seals for the pulley. This is intended to keep friction losses caused by the additional pulley in check and prevent noise when pedalling. The grease nipples should also have a positive effect on the service life of the chainguard. A pre-mounted (but also removable) bash guard also protects the chain in the event of impacts on high terrain edges. The additional idler pulley increases the chain tension below the chain stay, which counteracts loud chain slap.
Specifications:
- Chainline: 52 mm (55 mm with 3 mm spacers and longer bolts)
- Material: Injection-moulded nylon and CNC-machined aluminium back plate
- Capacity: 30-36 T
- Weight: 109 g
- Assembly: ISCG 05
- Price: approx. 70 Euro
The Chainguide is compatible with almost all common frame platforms with an ISCG mount. Thanks to the adjustable pulley, it can be combined with oval chainrings as well as normal chainrings from 30 to 36 teeth. Also good to know: If the idler pulley or the bash guard exceeds the wear limit, it is not necessary to replace the entire chain guide. This is because both the bash guard and the idler pulley are available separately and can be easily replaced.
Max Fuchs
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