Star Ratchet Rings and Springs Kit

If you notice your hub slipping under load, experiencing delayed engagement when you start pedaling, or hearing inconsistent clicking sounds, your star ratchet mechanism likely needs attention. These symptoms often indicate that the springs have lost tension or the ratchet teeth have worn down.

No, this kit is specifically engineered for Ritchey hubs that utilize the star ratchet system. While other brands use similar engagement designs, tolerances and dimensions vary, so you should only use this kit with compatible Ritchey wheelsets.

Generally, you will need a cassette tool and a cone wrench to access the hub internals, but the star ratchet mechanism itself is designed to be serviced without proprietary tools. Once the freehub body is removed, the rings and springs can be swapped by hand.

Yes, using the correct lubricant is critical for star ratchet systems. You should apply a very light coating of specific star ratchet grease or a light synthetic bicycle grease to the teeth; using too much grease or a heavy, viscous lubricant can cause the ratchets to stick and fail to engage properly.

It is highly recommended to replace both components together. Even if only one spring seems weak, the wear patterns on the ratchet rings are usually matched, and installing a fresh set ensures the entire engagement mechanism functions as a cohesive unit.