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The continuously adjustable pedal crank

Our patent-pending, universal, WX Vario bicycle crank adapter enables people with limited knee and/or hip mobility to train on a bicycle or ergometer. The length of the invalid crank is infinitely adjustable from 0 to 170 mm to ensure optimum effort and movement.

WX Vario | Der montierte Kurbeladapter mit Pedale und Zahnkranz
WX Vario | Einzelteile des Fahrradkurbeladapters
WX Vario | Die Tretkurbel montiert an einem Mountainbike
WX Vario | Verstellschiene ist stufenlos arretierbar

Determine your individual pedaling radius

Thanks to the infinitely adjustable length of the crank arm, you can optimize the pedalling radius to suit your individual range of motion and power input. The crank radius can be reduced from the maximum position to almost the 0 position using the sliding block.

WX Vario | Universeller Nachrüstsatz für alle gängigen Fahrräder/Ergometer

Training with limited knee or hip mobility

The bicycle crank adapter enables people with limited knee and/or hip mobility to train effectively and gently on a bicycle or ergometer. Athletes (e.g. after an injury-related break) can also return to cycling in a safe and controlled manner.

WX Vario | Schonendes Training auf dem Fahrrad oder dem Ergometer

Universal retrofit kit for all standard bikes/ergometers

The WX Vario is designed for all standard bicycle cranks. It is fitted directly to the existing crank or crank arm. Even unusual cranks can be fitted using the spacers supplied.

Zitat Dr. med. Hans-Herrmann Wallbaum

„Training on the bike is the most effective thing patients can do after a knee injury. The WX-Vario is an ingenious solution for this!“

Dr. med. Hans-Herrmann Wallbaum
MBA, specialist in orthopaedics and trauma surgery, sports medicine, chirotherapy and specialist trauma surgery

The WX Vario in detail

The WX Vario has been tested for safety in accordance with DIN EN ISO 4210-2-2023 and is robust and durable. The scope of delivery includes the adjustment rail, two crank clamps, the sliding block, the pedal screw and spacers in various designs.

For special requirements, optional accessories and custom solutions are available on request – for example for very narrow, older, or unusual cranksets.

WX Vario | The assembled crank adapter with pedals and sprocket

The WX Vario is fitted to the existing pedal crank arm.
Your existing pedal will continue to be used.

WX Vario | The assembled crank adapter with pedals and sprocket

(Utility model no. 20 2020 104 219 protected and patent pending)

I am very happy and grateful for the invention of the brace and can only praise Wexelpunkt and the customer support to the skies. I will recommend you, dear Andreas, also to my Cologne rehab center, which advises its patients!Read full quote...

Gabriele Lang

The WX Vario in practice

WX Vario | Montiert an einem Mountainbike
WX Vario | Montagebeispiel an der Tretkurbel eines Mountainbikes
WX Vario | Detailaufnahme der Tretkurbel
WX Vario | Montiert an einem Wettkampfrad
WX Vario | Anwendungsbeispiel an einem Rennrad
WX Vario | Montiert an einem Trekking-Bike
WX Vario | Detailaufnahme an einem Trekking-Rad
WX Vario | Montiert an einem Ergometer
WX Vario | Anwendung am Beispiel eines Ergometers
WX Vario | Draufsicht auf das WX Vario am Ergometer

Assembly, adjustment & application

In this video we show you how to mount and adjust the WX Vario according to your needs.
Zitat Dr. Herrmann Meyer

„Thanks to the WX-Vario, my mother-in-law can cycle everywhere again. The WX-Vario is a huge improvement in her quality of life.“

Dr. Herrman Mayer
Sports scientist, state-certified ski instructor

The WX Vario in the press

We are pleased about reports and the presentations of the universal crank shortening

Therapist and Inventor (Chamer-Zeitung, September 2025)

“Crank Adapter” is written on the red box lying on the dining table in front of the physiotherapist and inventor. At first, the name sounds a bit unwieldy, but the idea behind it is as simple as it is clever: the device is designed to help cyclists with knee problems literally get back into motion thanks to a shortened pedal radius. Read more (german)…

WX-Vario in the Tour-Magazine (Issue 02/25)

The WX-Vario makes it child's play to adjust and change from 10 - 170 mm crank length. So you can get the best out of it from day to day. Ride yourself healthy! With WX-Vario! Developed by physiotherapists who love cycling. Read more (german)…

BIKE magazine (2023.11.08).

I still remember well the first time I sat on an ergometer with shortened cranks after a serious knee injury. I spun the pedals very slowly, carefully and unsteadily. It was the most wonderful feeling in the whole time after the accident and gave me new hope to get back on the bike. Apart from the physical rehabilitation benefits, a crank shortening adapter can give injured riders a positive mental boost.” 
BIKE editor Jan Timmermann

Radsport-News.com (2024.11.06)

Whether after an injury, due to a handicap or to determine the optimum crank length: with the WX Vario crank adapter, cyclists with special requirements can adjust their standard cranks to the millimetre. Lengths from 0 to 170 mm are possible; of course, it is not possible to go longer than the crank fitted to the bike. Read more (german)…

PT Magazine for physiotherapists (Issue 12/24)

The unique bicycle and ergometer crank adapter that fits any crank, patent pending and infinitely adjustable from 10 - 170 mm. Thanks to its easy installation, the WX-Vario turns any bike or ergometer into the perfect and individual training aid. Read more (german)…

Jürgen Löhle unterwegs mit dem WX Vario

„… I was able to train very well with the WX Vario on Mallorca. Installation was easy because I had the Torx key with me. Otherwise, it would have been a problem. For weight and aesthetic reasons, I sawed off ten centimeters of the rail a long time ago.“

Jürgen Löhle, Biker, Sports journalist and writer

Frequently asked questions

Will the WX-Vario fit my bike crank?

Yes, the WX-Vario is compatible with most standard cranks. Thanks to variable clamping jaws and the spacers supplied, it can be adjusted to different crank widths to ensure a secure fit.

Is the WX-Vario suitable for older, very narrow, or unusual cranksets?

In many cases, yes. Additional accessories are available for special requirements, including a 14 mm spacer for very narrow crank arms and a 1/2” central bolt for older or uncommon systems with corresponding pedal threads.

Please note: When using the 1/2” central bolt, a modern pedal with a 9/16” thread must be used for the sliding nut.

If you are unsure about compatibility, please contact us directly. With a few details or photos, compatibility can usually be clarified quickly. You can reach us at anfrage@wexelpunkt-wxvario.de.

Can I continue to use my existing pedals?

Yes. However, your pedal should be able to be attached to the pedal axle with an external hexagon or open-end wrench. High-tech racing pedals that are only screwed in from the rear with an Allen key or Torx are unfortunately not compatible.

How is the WX-Vario attached to the crank?

The WX-Vario uses the standard pedal thread (9/16 inch) to attach securely. A special screw provides support, while the clamping jaws and spacers are supported on the sides. This creates a stable and tested fit.

Do I always need a set for both sides?

Not necessarily. If only one side is affected, a single adapter is sufficient. A double-sided set is particularly useful if there is a restriction on both sides or if a balanced load is desired.

Is the WX-Vario recyclable?

Yes, all materials used are recyclable. The aluminum and stainless steel can be disposed of at the recycling center, and the plastic spacers are made of polyamide, which is also recyclable.

What does the conversion kit mean?

The conversion kit allows you to convert the WX-Vario from one side to the other at low cost. If you have initially used the adapter for the left side and later need it for the right side, you only need to replace the special central screw and the slotted nut. This saves resources and costs if your requirements change.

How do I find the right length or setting for me?

There is no fixed standard—every person is different. However, as a general rule, it is better to start off on the conservative side, i.e., shorter. This means that if you have only moderately limited knee or hip mobility, you could initially set the WX-Vario to about half and pedal for about a minute with very light resistance. You should not notice any evasive movements and should feel as little pain as possible – just a slight pulling sensation that does not increase during the test phase, but ideally even decreases. 

If you have more severely restricted knee or hip joints, it is best to start in the zero position, i.e., at the height of the bottom bracket axle, and test this first. In both variants, move forward gradually, after each test cycle, between 5 and 10 mm until you find the point where no evasive movements occur, but a slight pulling or gentle resistance is noticeable. This is then the ideal starting position.

Do I need to adjust anything else after adjusting the WX-Vario?

Yes. As a general rule, the shorter the crank is set, the higher you can and should sit. This ensures a more ergonomic posture and a more even distribution of weight. Please note: With very asymmetrical crank lengths, the longer side always determines the seat height. This means that the seat height should be adjusted so that the leg on the longer crank side is not overextended in the lowest pedal position. This keeps the movement harmonious and easy on the joints.

Available now!

Cost per Set: 169 € (mainframe and conversion kit)

The conversion kit for use on the right or left costs 49 €

Order at wexel shop

If you have any questions or are interested in a personal demonstration or test on site (Fürstenfeldbruck, Germany), please contact Mr. Andreas Sextl: +49 8141 – 3538433 or via email: anfrage@wexelpunkt-wxvario.de

EAN Adapter (mainframe): 4170000199212
EAN Adapter (mainframe + kit right): 4270004619508
EAN Adapter (mainframe + kit left): 4270004619515
EAN conversion kit (right): 4170000201182
EAN conversion kit (left): 4170000201175