How to install NEWMEN TC Adapters

Install your front wheel once more with ease with NEWMEN's TC Adapter.

When it was time to upgrade my Enduro rig with a RockShox Pike RCT3 fork, there was one small detail that continued to annoy me: the new Torque Cap dropouts.

Before, I could just put my front wheel in my fork easily. Line it up in the dropouts and screw in the thru-axle and I was done. However, now that RockShox has increased their dropout size to 31 mm, every time I put my non-Torque Cap wheels the axle no longer easily slides through. Every time I install the front wheel, I have to spend time moving it around in the dropouts so that the axle fits correctly and this really gets on my nerves.

I searched and searched and found manufactures who offered solutions, but prices between 15.15 € and 30 € seemed a little steep. Thank goodness NEWMEN has released that perfect solution to my problem and did it at a great price. Below you can see how to mount these nifty adapters so you can once again easily install your front wheel.

The difference between a hub with Torque Caps and one without.

Step 1: Prep

First, remove the front wheel and using a degreaser, clean the dropouts of any dirt and grime.

First apply degreaser to a clean towel.

Clean the dropouts of any debris.

First, remove the front wheel and using a degreaser, clean the dropouts of any dirt and grime.

Step 2: Installation

Now, remove the plastic cover from the back side of the adapter and stick it to the upper end of the dropout. Where you should stick the adapter is explained more thoroughly in the instructions. Note, a calm hand is needed to complete this step.

Remove the cover from the TC Adapter.

Now, stick it to the dropout.

Step 3: Done

When finished, the TC Adapter should look like this. The front wheel can now be easily installed once more.

Now, it's done!

When finished, the TC Adapter should look like this. The front wheel can now be easily installed once more.

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