Converting Jetblack Rocket front hub to 15mm

Quick facts:

  • front hub uses 6902 bearings;
  • 6902 bearing dimensions are 15 x 28 x 7mm;
  • need a replacement bearing with 17 x 28mm dimensions to use an American Classic or Tune like 15mm thru axle tube (which has 17mm OD);
  • MR 17287 bearings are available as 17 x 28 x 7mm;

Novatec D771SB?

The Jetblack hub looks identical to the Novatec D771SB hub. This means that the range of Novatec adapters may be usable to convert the hub to 15mm.

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