Chris King's R45 rear road hub is a lighter, quieter evolution of the Classic hubset, built for rim brake road wheels with a 130 x 10mm quick-release rear axle.

Highlights

  • 45-point RingDrive engagement system, quiet and fast-engaging
  • 17mm axle for reduced flex under cornering and full power
  • Twin-bearing driveshell for reduced weight without losing durability
  • Made-in-house stainless steel sealed bearings
  • About 20% lighter than Chris King's Classic hubset

Compatibility & fit

Rim brake road hub with 130 x 10mm quick-release rear spacing and a Shimano/SRAM HG-compatible freehub body. 24-hole spoke drilling.

Weight

Chris King states 215g for the rear hub (102g front, for reference on the matching front hub).

Chris King covers this hub, including its bearings, with the King Lifetime Warranty against manufacturing defects for the lifetime of the original purchaser. It does not cover damage from crashes, misuse, alteration, improper installation or normal wear and tear. For warranty support, return the product to Tune Cycles and we'll manage the claim with Chris King's Australian distributor.
  • 45-point RingDrive engagement
  • 17mm axle for reduced flex
  • Twin-bearing driveshell, lighter than the Classic hubset
  • Made-in-house stainless steel sealed bearings
  • King Lifetime Warranty
Axle standard130 x 10mm quick release (rim brake)
Freehub bodyShimano/SRAM HG
Spoke holes24H
ColourBlack
Weight215g (rear, per SCV/Chris King listing)
Made inPortland, Oregon, USA
SKU SCV-CKWH-HBRR24B1SA
Brand Chris King
Shipping Weight 0.3500kg
Shipping Width 0.160m
Shipping Height 0.060m
Shipping Length 0.220m

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