Tough Easy to Install, Plastic Freewheel Spoke Protector, Disc Bike Spoke Guard, 4 Claws Design for Protecting the Chain Reducing the Sediment on the Flywheel

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As mentioned in the introduction, the work of the spoke protector is mainly to prevent the chain from reaching the spokes. Mostly, if the derailleur is not well set, it pulls the chain laterally. When the misalignment is significant, it could lead to the chain dropping.

If you’re a beginner rider, having a spoke protector is a good idea. You won’t have to worry about damaging your bike’s spokes from the chain slipping.In conclusion, a dork disc is mostly a personal preference. The argument can certainly be made that it is not necessary, but then the argument can also be made that it is not actually necessary to remove the dork disc. When brake pads are dirtied, they lose their efficiency, and they also make a lot of squeaky noises. These noises are irritating, and brakes with compromised efficiency can be catastrophic. Do You Need a Spoke Protector – Which is the Best One?

Some people also worry about how they will be perceived if they have a dork disc on their bike. They also argue that it is no longer really needed as a safety feature. It’s a spacer designed to convert a 10-speed cassette into a 7-speed “downhill-specific” cassette. The spacer takes up the place of the last three gears and also acts as a spoke protector.Once you have broken off enough pieces, pull the disc out from the cassette. Most of the times the disc is just placed in between the cassette and the wheel with noting tightening it down. When the ground is uneven, the chain may drop during a jump or a touchdown. Equally, if an external object hits the derailleur, it may drop the chain between the big cog and the spokes. This would be disastrous, especially if you were coasting and you didn’t have a dork disk. In consequence, cyclists who want to preserve their pro appearance skip the dork disc. What Are The Downsides of a Spoke Protector Besides Poor Aesthetics

If you wish to install a spoke guard, you may look at theSUNLITE Cassette Spoke Protector which is made of clear plastic and only weighs 4 ounces. Highlands AB36-38, AB55-56, FK17-21, IV1-19, IV52-54, IV63, KW1-14, PA21-40, PH19-26, PH30-41, PH49-50

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Most new bikes come with spoke protectors (dork disk). Your local bike shop should have spoke protectors for sale, or you can look online. Final Thoughts (Should I Remove My Dork disk?)