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Rival AXS

  • What parts are available with the Rival AXS product line? When will they be available? plus icon minus icon
  • With a release date of June 17th, 2025, the Rival AXS product line includes the Rival AXS HRD shift-brake system, Rival AXS front derailleur, Rival AXS rear derailleur, Rival AXS power meter, Rival... See more
  • How much does the Rival AXS groupset weigh? plus icon minus icon
  • The Rival AXS groupset weighs 2993g in a 2x with power meter, 48/35 chainrings, and a 10-30 cassette configuration.  See more
  • Are any of the components on the Rival AXS groupset backwards compatible? plus icon minus icon
  • Yes, the Rival AXS groupset components are compatible with the previous generation of Rival eTap AXS products.   See more
  • How do I pair my Rival AXS or Rival XPLR AXS drivetrain to a bike computer? plus icon minus icon
  • Pairing your Rival AXS drivetrain is easier than ever when using a Hammerhead Karoo, which pairs automatically to your AXS components. Our Pairing Your Bike Computer article outlines the details of... See more
  • What chain does Rival AXS use? Are other chains compatible with Rival AXS? plus icon minus icon
  • The Rival AXS chain is compatible with 12-speed road and 13-speed XPLR AXS groupsets. All Road Flattop chains are compatible with Rival AXS.   See more
  • What cassette options are available with the Rival AXS groupset? plus icon minus icon
  • The Rival AXS groupset has two cassette options, a 10-30 cassette for riders who are looking for a more traditional road spec and a 10-36 for riders who are looking for maximum range.   See more
  • What chainring options are available with the Rival AXS groupset? plus icon minus icon
  • The Rival 2x chainring kit is available in 46/33T and 48/35T combinations.   See more
  • What crankset is available for the Rival AXS groupset? plus icon minus icon
  • The Rival crankset is our most advanced aluminum road crankset yet. With a DUB bottom bracket and 8-bolt interface, the Rival crankset optimizes the stiffness to weight ratio. It is available in le... See more
  • What power meters are available with the Rival AXS groupset? plus icon minus icon
  • The Rival AXS and Rival 1 AXS power meters are spindle-based power meters that use left side power to calculate total watts.   See more
  • How much more efficient is the Rival AXS braking system? plus icon minus icon
  • The Rival AXS braking controls have been redesigned with a higher brake lever pivot, so stopping from the hoods uses 80% less effort than before and stopping from the drops uses 33% less effort, al... See more
  • What ergonomic changes were made to the Rival AXS shift-brake controls? Are they adjustable? plus icon minus icon
  • The Rival AXS shift-brake controls feature one-finger braking from the hoods and drops. For increased control and comfort, the shift paddles and hoods are textured and the hood shape is optimized t... See more
  • How long do the Rival AXS shift-brake control batteries last? plus icon minus icon
  • The coin cell batteries found in your Rival AXS shift-brake controllers last about two years under normal use and are easy to replace.  See more
  • Does Rival AXS have Bonus Buttons on the shift-brake control? plus icon minus icon
  • No, Rival AXS shift-brake controls do not feature the Bonus Buttons found on the Force AXS and RED AXS shift-brake controls.   See more
  • Are Wireless Blips compatible with Rival AXS? plus icon minus icon
  • Yes, your Rival AXS drivetrain system allows for a total of eight Wireless Blips. Configure them how you would like by using the AXS app.   See more
  • Does the new hood shape require different setup guidance for Rival AXS? plus icon minus icon
  • Designed to be set up with a 7 degree rise, the imprinted features on your Rival AXS brake hoods provide you with a starting point for your setup.  See more
  • How does the Rival AXS rear derailleur improve my ride? plus icon minus icon
  • The ultimate choice for road riding, the Rival AXS rear derailleur is compatible with 10-28T, 10-30T, 10-33T, and 10-36T cassettes and works with both 1x and 2x 12-speed drivetrains. It features ch... See more
  • Is the Rival AXS rear derailleur repairable? plus icon minus icon
  • The Rival AXS rear derailleur features replaceable pulleys.   See more
  • If I remove my Rival AXS rear derailleur from my bike, what do I need to do when reinstalling? plus icon minus icon
  • When reinstalling the Rival AXS rear derailleur to the hanger, Chain Gap and Limit settings must be reviewed prior to riding. If your chain was disconnected during the removal, you will need a new ... See more
  • What is the battery life on my Rival AXS and Rival XPLR AXS rear derailleur? plus icon minus icon
  • The battery life on the Rival AXS and Rival XPLR AXS rear derailleurs is 15-60 hours.  See more
  • How should I size my Rival chain? plus icon minus icon
  • Chain installation instructions can be found in the Road User Manual.  See more
  • If I change chainring sizes do I also have to resize my chain? plus icon minus icon
  • Some scenarios may require a change. Please refer to the Road User Manual to verify chain length when changing your chainring size.  See more

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