Description
Coming from legendary Japanese manufacturer Sugino, the RD2 is an mid-level track crankset with a 46T 1/8 " chainring.
The RD2 Messenger is a good mid-level single-speed/ fixed gear crankset that fits most frames, including conversions (with wider bottom bracket spindles).
Cold forged alloy arms and aluminum chain ring will work for most riders - especially those not needing or wanting to upgrade to the pricer track-specific 75. Given that it is a converted road crankset, it also has a wider Q-factor to work with lots of different frames.
Specs:
- Chainring BCD: 130
- Chainring Teeth: 46T
- Drivetrain Speeds: Single Speed 1/8"
- Spindle Interface Type: Square Taper JIS
- Bottom bracket length: 103mm (not included)
- Weight: ~565g
- Chainline : 45mm
Notes
This crankset takes a JIS square taper 103mm bottom bracket, which is not included. However, you can add the Sugino BB3 (but don't use the incompatible Sugino 75 BB) or a Tange bottom bracket as options.
The RD2 and the RD2 Messenger differ by their chain ring. The Messenger has a stiffer disc-type chainring (which also makes it more expensive) while the RD2 has a 'open' classic style design.
Please check here for crankset compatibility with Wabi models.
Recommended Tools
Install: 8mm axle wrench.
Removal: 8mm allen wrench and Park Tool Crank Puller CCP-22.