microSHIFT ADVENT 1 Series User manual

ADVENT 1x Rear Derailleur Installation
RD001-005
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Before installing the products, please read and understand the installation
procedures. Improper installation can lead to premature product failures or
even injuries. If you have any questions on how to install, please contact us
or consult with a professional bicycle mechanic.
REMINDER
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1. Torque wrench
2. 4mm & 5mm Hex bits
3. Screwdriver
4. Chain breaker
5. Cable cutter
6. Tape measurer
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Attach rear derailleur to the bike. Make sure the B-tension washer is
above the derailleur dropout and engages correctly with the B-tension
adjustment screw.
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Part I

8-10 Nm
Tighten the rear derailleur fixing bolt to 8-10 Nm with a 5mm hex bit torque
wrench. Check to make sure that the derailleur can rotate freely.
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Part II

Using a screwdriver, adjust the high-limit screw until the guide pulley
aligns with the outer edge of the smallest cog.
5

Every frame manufacturer has different cable routing guidelines, so make
sure you consult those before cutting the housing. ADVENT works best
when there is not too much of a curve in the housing, and not too little slack
either. Make sure the end of the housing is sitting against the rear derailleur
as well.
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Part I

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Part II

Before installing the cable, use the index trigger lever to shift to the
highest gear.
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Part I

Route the cable through the shifter, housing, and rear derailleur.
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Part II

5-7 Nm
Route the cable underneath the cable fixing bolt and washer. Make sure
the cable is resting in the groove under the washer. Tighten to 5-7 Nm.
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Part III

Cut the cable and attach the cable end.
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Part IV

Clutch Rear Derailleur Only
Disable the clutch by moving the switch on the side of the derailleur to the
open circle position
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Full Suspension Bike Only
To properly size the chain on a full suspension bike, release air from the
rear shock or remove the shock completely.
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Part I

Full Suspension Bike Only
Move the rear axle up and down as you measure the distance between the
bottom bracket and the rear axle. Find the position where they are
furthest apart and perform the next step at this position.
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Part II

For chains WITH quick connectors
OVERLAP CUT
Wrap the chain around the chainring and the largest cassette cog without
routing through the rear derailleur. From the spot where the chain first
overlaps, add two full inner links of length and cut the chain there.
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Part III

For chains WITHOUT quick connectors
OVERLAP CUT
For chains without a quick connector: From the chain first overlaps, add
two full inner links and one empty outer plate and cut the chain there.
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Part IV

Cut the chain using a chain breaker.
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Part V

Route the chain over the smallest cog, in front of the guide pulley, behind
the derailment prevention plate, and behind the tension pulley. Wrap the
chain around the chainring and connect the chain according to the chain
manufacturer’s instruction manual.
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Before adjusting the shifting, enable the clutch by moving the switch on the
side of the derailleur to the closed circle position.
Clutch Rear Derailleur Only
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Part I