Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Bicycle friction shifter V2 is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link to open the original listing by the creator.

Where do I download the STL file?

The download is hosted by Thingiverse. Use the "Download from Thingiverse" link on this page to open the original listing and grab the file, or save it to your print queue in the free Thinger app.

Designed by JanWiec, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print.

Can I print this at home?

Yes. This is a printable 3D model intended for home FDM and resin printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings.

Bicycle friction shifter V2 3D printable model by JanWiec

Bicycle friction shifter V2

Source: Thingiverse by JanWiec

The Bicycle friction shifter V2 is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by JanWiec. This is updated version of my friction shifter design. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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30 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-10-05 License: CC-BY-NC · non-commercial Category: Outdoor & Garden

Tags: bicycle, bike, bike shifter, friction, friction shifter, Gear, gear shifter, gravel, gravel bike, gravelbike, road bike, roadbike, shifter

About this model

This is updated version of my friction shifter design. Its ideal to turn your old bike into usable bike with gears. Personally I’ve used it with 10speed cassete, 8 speed deraileur and 11 speed chain on my always-outside garbage bike and it works like a charm with range to spare. See drawing for details. Don't recommend printing with PLA if you live in warm temperatures - in 40deg heat PLA can get soft and then the bolts loose tension.

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Bicycle friction shifter V2 is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link above to open the original listing.
Where is the STL hosted?: The download is hosted by Thingiverse, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by JanWiec.
Who made this model?: Designed by JanWiec, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
Can I print this at home?: Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.