{"product_id":"chris-king-r45d-disc-centrelock-front-hub","title":"Chris King R45D Disc Centrelock Front Hub","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eChris King R45D Disc Centrelock Front Hub\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered for riders who demand maximum efficiency, stiffness, and precision handling from their road bike wheels. Combining a \u003cstrong\u003eone‑piece axle\u003c\/strong\u003e, lightweight hub shell, and Chris King’s legendary in‑house bearings, the R45D front hub delivers smooth rolling speed on long flats and sharp, predictable steering under high‑speed cornering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFavoured by \u003cstrong\u003eBrisbane bike shops\u003c\/strong\u003e, wheel builders, and \u003cstrong\u003eprofessional bicycle service centres\u003c\/strong\u003e, the R45D is a premium hub choice for performance road bikes, endurance builds, and custom disc brake wheelsets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerformance and Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the core of the R45D front hub is a \u003cstrong\u003eone‑piece axle design\u003c\/strong\u003e, which increases stiffness and alignment accuracy under braking and cornering loads. This stiffness translates directly into improved front‑end tracking, better braking confidence, and more precise handling on rough Queensland chip‑seal roads and fast descents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lightweight hub body reduces rotational mass, while maintaining the strength required for modern disc brake road riding. Paired with Chris King’s bearings, the result is a front hub that rolls smoothly at speed without sacrificing control or durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLegendary Chris King Bearings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery R45D hub features \u003cstrong\u003eChris King’s angular‑contact bearings\u003c\/strong\u003e, made entirely in‑house. These bearings are designed to handle both radial and axial loads, making them particularly well‑suited to disc brake road applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike sealed cartridge bearings that degrade over time, Chris King bearings are engineered to wear in gradually, becoming smoother and faster with regular use. For Brisbane riders logging long training rides, racing criteriums, or building long‑distance endurance bikes, this means consistent performance season after season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDisc Brake and Axle Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe R45D front hub uses the \u003cstrong\u003eCentrelock disc standard\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering excellent rotor alignment and easy servicing. It is designed for forks using a \u003cstrong\u003e100 mm x 12 mm thru‑axle\u003c\/strong\u003e, now standard on modern road, endurance, and gravel‑influenced road frames.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes the hub suitable for a wide range of disc brake road bikes commonly serviced and sold through Brisbane cycling retailers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eServiceability and Long‑Term Value\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA defining characteristic of all Chris King hubs is complete rebuildability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe R45D front hub can be fully serviced, cleaned, and rebuilt using either the \u003cstrong\u003eChris King Universal Hub Service Tool\u003c\/strong\u003e or the \u003cstrong\u003eR45‑specific hub tools\u003c\/strong\u003e. This ensures long‑term reliability and makes the hub an excellent investment for riders who want equipment that lasts decades rather than seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChris King supports this with a \u003cstrong\u003elifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e, reinforcing the long‑term value of the hub for riders, wheel builders, and bike shops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eManufacturing and Quality\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe R45D Disc Centrelock Front Hub is \u003cstrong\u003eengineered, manufactured, and assembled in Portland, Oregon, USA\u003c\/strong\u003e. Tight machining tolerances, precise finishing, and in‑house bearing production ensure exceptional quality control and consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis commitment to domestic manufacturing and premium materials is a key reason Chris King hubs are widely stocked by high‑end Brisbane bike shops and specified in custom wheel builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHub Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAxle width: 100 mm\u003cbr\u003eAxle type: 12 mm thru‑axle\u003cbr\u003eBrake interface: Centrelock\u003cbr\u003eFlange diameter (drive side and non‑drive side): 57.4 mm\u003cbr\u003eCentre to flange distance (drive side): 30.6 mm\u003cbr\u003eCentre to flange distance (non‑drive side): 22.3 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese dimensions make the R45D front hub well‑suited to strong, lightweight road wheel builds with wide rim profiles and modern spoke patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh‑performance disc brake road bikes\u003cbr\u003eEndurance and long‑distance road builds\u003cbr\u003eCustom wheelsets built by Brisbane wheel builders\u003cbr\u003eRiders upgrading from stock hubs\u003cbr\u003eCyclists seeking smooth rolling efficiency and precise handling\u003cbr\u003ePremium bicycle servicing and wheel rebuilding in Brisbane\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct: Chris King R45D Disc Centrelock Front Hub\u003cbr\u003eAxle standard: 100 mm x 12 mm thru‑axle\u003cbr\u003eBrake standard: Centrelock\u003cbr\u003eBearings: Chris King angular‑contact, made in‑house\u003cbr\u003eServiceability: Fully rebuildable\u003cbr\u003eWarranty: Chris King Lifetime Warranty\u003cbr\u003eManufacturing: Made in Portland, Oregon, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Chris King","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47257096421547,"sku":null,"price":548.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/6402\/5771\/files\/5671641521_3bcbc1c7-2a1a-41fd-978c-c9a7012ec313.png?v=1782021188","url":"https:\/\/pedalpassion.cc\/products\/chris-king-r45d-disc-centrelock-front-hub","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}