Shimano brand bicycle components. (No need to use if Shimano is an incidental part of the question.)
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Ultegra 6510 shifter broken - upgrade to 10 speed?
My Ultegra 6510 9 speed right shifter broke. The screw holding shift lever to the back of the break lever popped out taking the threads with it. I don't know what the root cause of the problem but I ...
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Cannot shift to lowest gear - chain too short?
I’m in the process of switching from an 11-25 to 11-32 rear cassette. The upgrade has involved replacing the cassette, rear derailleur (short to medium cage) and fitting a new chain.
I can cleanly ...
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Is ultegra 6800 left crank compatible with ultegra 8000 right crank axis?
I have Ultegra 6800 with powermeter on left crank arm and Ultegra R8000 on my new bike, but I want to use powermeter on new bike. So can I just replace cranks or I have to replace full crankset? Both ...
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Can I replace my Shimano Nexus 7 with a Nexus 8 hub?
My 2 year old bike has a (damaged) Nexus 7 IGH, it started running heavy and I can't find out why.
Rather than getting it fixed I'm considering replacing it with a Nexus 8 hub, as they supposedly of ...
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New roadbike. Poor cassette quality control?
I've just bought a new ROSE PRO SL 105 roadbike and took it for a spin. At first, i noticed a little clicking sound in the rear cassette. I thought that it only might need some time for the chain to ...
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Cleat holes “covers” for Shimano shoes
I have a pair of Shimano MW7 shoes, and a pair of Shimano SH-AM9. These shoes are designed for pedals with cleats. But I am often in the situation where
I have to walk a bit etc
even worse I have to ...
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Shifter/brake-lever compatibility with front and rear derailleurs
I am currently converting my bike from flat bars to drop bars for a long touring cycle. I used to have Shimano SL310 shifters (8x3), but have now bought Shimano Sora ST-3300 (8x3) to mount on the drop ...
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What type of frame could this be?
Recently purchased this 1x11 rebuild. Decals have been removed and it has a fresh powder coat. The stripes are coloured electrical tape so don't go by that... I've heard it could be a Miyata or ...
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Is an SLX M7000 crankset compatible with the rest of my drivetrain?
I ride a Comencal Meta HT AM Origin. Unfortunately I need to buy a new crankset. I’ve been thinking about Shimano SLX FC-M7000 34-24T with a new bottom bracket, BB-MT800.
Do you know if that ...
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Shimano drivetrain compatibility
I'm planning to upgrade my drivetrain from Claris to 105. Can I still use my Claris crank with an 11-speed rear derailleur and cassette? Thanks.
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SPD SL Cleat Cover, are they supposed to be attached all the time or removed on rides?
I've always assumed you put them once and forget it, and still clip in with them, but then I read somewhere that Speedplay covers needs to be re-attached when you're walking. Is Shimano the same?
If ...
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What trigger shifters would be compatible with my Nexus-8 internal gear hub?
I've looked at similar questions to this and the only shifter that is brought up is the Shimano Alfine SL-S503 8-speed shifter. Are there any other compatible shifters (preferably trigger-shifters)?
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Shimano STEPS E8000 battery won't charge
I have a STEPS E8000 bike and wanted to make some improvements, like possibility to charge from any kind of CC/CV charger (even using solar panels when grid is not available) and to charge it to 41v ...
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Part alternatives from Trek 8.5 elite series
I have a Trek 8.5 elite series using;
Cassette: Shimano HG 62 10s 11-38
Crankset: M552 42/32/24
Unable to obtain the above specs spares.
Please advise;
alternatives for the above (crankset & ...
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Shimano Ultegra CS-6800 11/32 replacement?
I currently have Ultegra CS-6800, 11/32 w/Di2 on my bike. I've been wanting to get a second set of wheels and see that CS-6800 series is now replaced with the CS-R8000 series. If I move to the R8000 ...
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Replacement shifter for Shimano exage 7-speed - modern shifter compatible?
I've got an early 1990s Schwinn Crosscut with Shimano Exage LX400 components. I've just pulled it out of storage. The bike is in pretty good shape overall. The derailleurs are moving freely and the ...
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Repairing Shimano front shifter ST-EF41-L
My son's bicycle gear shifter SHIMANO ST-EF41-L (front 3 speed) malfunctioned (Both levers became free).
I disassembled it and found 3 very small plastic parts on the bottom side of the shifter were ...
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Will 2 x 10 speed front derailleur work with 11 speed set up?
Would an existing 2x10 front mech work with a new 11 speed rear set up? Using all Shimano SLX with 11 speed shifter, rear mech and chain. Front chain rings are 2 x SLX 38/28.
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Can I replace a Shimano Deore SL-M590 3speed Left shifter with an Acera SL-M310?
Total n00b question here, I did have a look for similar questions & answers first!
I have a 2009 or 2010 Specialized Rockhopper SL with all Deore parts. The left shifter is broken. I can pay £23 ...
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How to tighten the Hollowtech II (on R2000 Claris) cranks?
The owner's manual on my new bike (with the new Shimano Claris, not the old one with Octalink) asks me to do this:
After the first 20 km tighten the crankset and also tighten the pedals in the ...
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Can a 21 speed Shimano Tourney groupset get converted into a 7-speed?
I currently ride a 3x7 Tourney bike, which I’ve upgraded moderately and it is riding nice. I’d like to know if I can somehow replace my 3-crankset for a simple one, and also get rid off the front ...
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How do I use the trim function correctly on Shimano shifters
I have Shimano SL-4700 Tiagra (flat handle) Double shifters. However the front shifter has 4 positions in this order:
High
High trimmed
Low trimmed
Low
As can be seen in the image below.
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What is considered a small hand for shimano?
The new shimano r7000 offers two options r7025 and r7000 in the brake levers, the first one is for small hands.
What is considered small hands?
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What is what appears to be electrical conductive tape beneath the “water-proof cap” inside the Ultegra 6600 STI assembly?
While performing some work on my Ultegra 6600 STI shifters I was curious to remove part no. 13, designated "water-proof cap" in Shimano's part fiche. To my surprise there was something that resembled ...
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STI Shifter Lever body loose
I have Shimano STI shifters (model ST 2300) and the shifter lever (the part for braking and shifting) is loose. So if I hold the head (cockpit) and move it, the head also moves a bit. How can I ...
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Can I combine two pm break mount adapter?
I think about upgrade my shimano rear brake disc from 180 to 203 mm. The mount system is a pm 160 direct, meaning I currently already have a pm 180mm adapter.
Weirdly, I couldn't find an adapter for ...
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Front chainring spacing difference between Shimano and Campagnolo?
I want to upgrade my mid 80s road bike from a 50 tooth to a 53. But the BCD of the big triple chainring is some rare standard that it costs less to buy a whole (used) crank instead. And of course this ...
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Rear disk brakes stopped working in Trek DS 2
I have recently bought my first disk brake bike and after having the first ride, I noticed a slight rear disk brake rubbing noise. So, next day I decided to have a look and reposition the brake. Since,...
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RD-TZ40 ME Replacement
I've damaged the rear derailleur on my bike, and it needs to be replaced. I don't really have an LBS. I've looked around online, but I can't seem to find a correct replacement. I should clarify that ...
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How to adjust cleats to lower pain in the right foot's last two toes
I'm getting started on road cycling, rode a few times with Shimano R540 SPD-SL pedals and compatible shoes, using the maximum float setting since I'm still getting comfortable with the system.
I've ...
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1970's Gitane Gypsy: Brakes and types I can Use Shimano: ULTEGRA R8000
I want an updated brake system for Gitane Gypsy (1970's frame). Some braking types have descriptions that indicate "short reach caliper', which, is eponymous with its name I’m sure, however, I want to ...
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Ultegra 6800 shifter with R8000 rear derailleur?
I'd like to replace a Shimano 105 5800 11-28 cassette on one of my bikes (CAADX 2016) with a CS-HG800-11 11-34 to get a wider range of gears.
My rear derailleur is Ultegra RD-6800-SS, which can't ...
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Dual shift levers, old bike and indexed gears
Long story:
I once built a road bike for my wife over 30 years ago. It has Reynolds 531 tubing / 501 forks and alloy parts, so it is quite a decent build. However, my wife has been put off ...
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What is the difference between Shimano BB71 and BB72 bottom brackets?
I often see the Shimano BB71 and BB72 press fit bottom brackets listed on stores alongside one another, like here for example, so what's the difference?
Are they both the same geometrically? Is one a ...
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How to date my second hand bike [duplicate]
I am trying to get an online reference to the exact specs of my second hand bike. What are a) Some good techniques/things to look for? b) Some resources to help the dating process.
E.g I see that ...
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Will these tires fit on my bike?
If I were to purchase the “Aluminum Road Bike Commuter Bike Shimano 21 Speed 700c”, would I be able to remove the tires that the bike originally came with, and replace them with some “Michelin Lithium ...
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Shimano Hydraulic Disc Brakes vs Tektro Hydraulic Disc Brakes [closed]
My current bike has this brake set: "Tektro HD-M285 post mount hydraulic disc brakes with 160mm 6-bolt rotors and Tektro levers."
I have read many places online that people prefer "Shimano M315, ...
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Can I reuse Jagwire hydraulic brake hose?
They were previously filled with Shimano mineral oil. Now they are to be re-purposed for dot 5.1 oil. Any issues with doing so?
Cheers.
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Shimano 3 Speed Internal Hub Gear on child bike popping chain on 3rd speed
my daughter got a S'Cool bike that's a 3 speed internal hub gear system. It works fine in the first two speeds but when it goes to third gear it makes a bit of noise - like a small "whizzing" sound ...
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Is there a master link for single speed chain that will fit in Shimano chain tensioner?
I've got a bike with planetary hub Shimano Alfine 8-speed and this chain tensioner. It uses single speed chain. However master link on the chain I bought (similar to this pic) is too wide to fit in ...
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Shimano Nexus 3 clicking while pushing bike backward
During taking out my bike from the garage I have noticed a strange sound coming from the rear hub area. Its not constant. The click only happens every 1/2 - 2/3 of a turn.
My bike is quite new. It ...
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Shimano front derailleur - tensioning, can't move shifter
I am trying to fix the front shifting on a bike (not my own, family member). The original reported problems were inability to shift into 3 (largest), combined with a tendency for the chain to come off ...
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Switching from MTB to road handlebars
I have a gravel bike with an MTB setup. SRAM GX rear mech, SRAM XO shifter, 1x11 system, Shimano disc brakes. How would I go about replacing my flat handlebars with road bars?
Alternative 1
Get a ...
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Is shimano ct-s500 chain tensioner supposed to move around its bolt?
I disassembled my Shimano ct-s500 chain tensioner and now I am putting it all together. However after attaching it to the frame it moves for about 60 degrees around the bolt which attaches it to the ...
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Repairing stripped threads on a nut type bottom bracket
I recently bought a used 2011 diamondback outlook mountain bike for $30 on craigslist.
The bike however needed some significant work. The bearings in both wheels need to be replaced, the shimano 7 ...
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What did I just do? Fluid shot out of my handlebar when pushing my caliper in
I just bought a new road bike with hydraulic disc brakes, using a Shimano Ultegra R8020 Groupset. The pad was rubbing on the rear rotor and it wouldn't recenter when pumping the brake. The brake lever ...
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New 2012's Sora 3500 vs used 2003's 105 5501
I am preparing my bike for a 2000 km trip. I have an old and used ~2003 hybrid bike with 105 derailleurs and want to change the current horizontal handlebars to road ones, so I have to change cables ...
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Can hydraulic disk brakes be incrementally upgraded?
Background: I used to have a bike with Magura HS33 hydraulic V-brakes which I liked a lot. A while back I bought a new bike with Shimano M395 disc brakes. I've had the bike a little over a year now ...
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Will Shimano M6000 Rear Derailleur SG (medium cage) work with cassette other then 42t?
I was thinking about buying Shimano Deore groupset to upgrade my ride, checking both older M610s and newer M6000s. The hitch is I want 2x10 set commuter flavor. That means narrow ratio cassette, like ...
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Rear gear change misses 1 gear
Hi I have a 9 speed setup with the derailleur that springs to the largest cog.
My problem is that when I change through the gears one at time it misses 1 whole gear in the middle. It doesn't sit and "...
