{"product_id":"lifetime-warranty-quick-release-skewer-front-rear-wheel-axle-for-mountain-bike-road-bike-bmx-bicycle-mtb-wheel-hub-aluminium-alloy-clip-bolt-lever-axle-set-1-pair","title":"[Lifetime Warranty] Quick Release Skewer Front \u0026 Rear Wheel Axle for Mountain Bike, Road Bike, BMX Bicycle, MTB Wheel Hub, Aluminium Alloy Clip Bolt Lever Axle Set (1 Pair)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eQuick Release Skewer Front \u0026amp; Rear Wheel Axle Set\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Strength Steel Rods:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built with high-tensile steel shafts that provide the necessary clamping force to keep wheels securely seated in the dropouts during high-speed descents and technical climbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCam-Action Lever System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features an ergonomic aluminum alloy lever with a smooth cam-action mechanism, allowing for fast, tool-free wheel removal and installation in seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrosion-Resistant Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The aluminum alloy handles and end caps are anodized to protect against rust, road salt, and moisture, ensuring long-lasting performance in all weather conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-Centering Springs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes two specialized conical stainless steel springs per skewer that automatically center the rod within the hub axle, preventing \"hang-ups\" and simplifying wheel swaps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-Slip Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e The internal face of the nut and the cam base are textured to \"bite\" into the frame dropouts, preventing the axle from shifting under heavy braking or acceleration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eReplaces \/ Cross-Reference Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUniversal MTB\/Road QR Skewer Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShimano SM-SH \/ QR Series Equivalent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard 5mm x 100\/135mm Skewers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM5 x 0.8 Threaded Hub Axle Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis skewer set is designed for standard \"open dropout\" bicycle frames. Key fitment details include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront Skewer Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 145mm–150mm total length (standard for 100mm front hub spacing).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRear Skewer Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 185mm–190mm total length (standard for 130mm road hubs or 135mm mountain bike hubs).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAxle Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible only with \u003cstrong\u003ehollow hub axles\u003c\/strong\u003e. (Not compatible with \"Thru-Axle\" systems or solid \"Bolt-On\" axles).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBicycle Types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mountain Bikes (MTB), Road Bikes, Hybrid Bikes, Cyclocross, and most standard BMX bikes with 9mm\/10mm hollow axles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen to Replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBent or Warped Rod:\u003c\/strong\u003e If the skewer rod is not perfectly straight, it will cause uneven clamping force and can lead to the wheel loosening over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrosion and Rust:\u003c\/strong\u003e Significant oxidation on the steel rod can weaken it structurally and make the threaded adjustment nut difficult to turn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorn Cam Mechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e The lever feels \"gritty\" or fails to lock with a distinct \"snap,\" indicating the internal cam or the curved plastic washer is worn out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStripped Threads:\u003c\/strong\u003e The M5 threads on the rod or inside the nut are flattened, preventing you from achieving the necessary tension for a safe ride.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMissing Springs:\u003c\/strong\u003e While the skewer still works without them, missing conical springs make wheel installation frustrating and prone to misalignment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe \"Palm Test\":\u003c\/strong\u003e When closing the lever, you should feel resistance when it is halfway shut. You should need to use the palm of your hand to fully close it, leaving a slight, temporary impression on your skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLever Orientation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always point the front lever \u003cstrong\u003eupward\u003c\/strong\u003e (parallel to the fork) and the rear lever \u003cstrong\u003ebackward\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eupward\u003c\/strong\u003e. This prevents them from catching on branches or debris and accidentally opening while riding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring Direction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure the small end of the conical springs faces inward toward the wheel hub. If they are backward, they will crush and prevent the skewer from tightening correctly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisc Brake Safety:\u003c\/strong\u003e If your bike has disc brakes, ensure the lever is on the opposite side of the rotor (non-drive side) to avoid touching a hot rotor or interfering with the caliper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClean and Grease:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wipe the rod clean and apply a tiny drop of grease to the threads and the cam pivot once a season to keep the mechanism operating smoothly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BlueStarsParts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46495303925949,"sku":"AZ00256135","price":11.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2576\/7548\/files\/AZ00256135_1.jpg?v=1773213041","url":"https:\/\/bluestarsparts.com\/products\/lifetime-warranty-quick-release-skewer-front-rear-wheel-axle-for-mountain-bike-road-bike-bmx-bicycle-mtb-wheel-hub-aluminium-alloy-clip-bolt-lever-axle-set-1-pair","provider":"BlueStars Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}