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Hello, Searching the forum I could not find a similar query. Apologies if I missed it. Shimano Rs685 shifters and Rs805 calipers. I have bled Shimano mountain bike brakes before, as well as the road ones above on my other bike. I do it as instructed from bottom up. On my winter bike, the...

I just took delivery of new Hunt Superdura wheels. Super excited! I went to put my shimano 10spd cassette on (with the provided spacer already on the hub), and got all the bits on. Went to put my shimano cassette tool on to tighten up the lock ring and...the tool won't get past the bit the QR...

Hi Does anyone know if a Shimano ST-2300 STi Levers 2 x 8 Speed work as a replacement for a Shimano Sora Flight Deck ST-3300 3 x 8 speed. Having trouble finding an original replacement and was thinking of trying the above. Thanks

I have above Ultegra flat mount disc caliper. I cannot see any adjustment for the pads like TRP Spyres have where you can screw pad in closer for example. It seems only adjustment when wheel bolted in is with the fork leg clamp screws. Searched online but found nothing. Is there no other...

For use on my turbo trainer bike in the garage, please let me know if one is for sale, black or silver.

Thought would post in MTB section as it’s a SPD pedal (MTB) so maybe more people know answer. I have the above pedal and about to purchase new shoes for road riding. Silly question but will the grips underneath foul the cage around clip ? Looking now at Northwave Ghost or Sidi. Pedals below

Looking for a cheap crank for the commuter Don't need the rings, but need 5 bolt 110 bcd. Let me know if anyone has anything Cheers Andy

Normally to get into a hub for servicing I use two spanners to unlock the locknut+cone assembly, by twisting in opposite directions - the standard way. However the Shimano 105 hubs on a rear wheel that I bought in 2019 have no flattened area on the locknut for a spanner to grab onto - see the...

Thought many of you would be interested in this recreation of a bike used to show off the then latest DuraAce AX group set. Created by an enthusiast in the US it has been bought by Shimano to show in their museum in Japan. https://pezcyclingnews.com/readersrigs/readers-rigs-museum-stunner-shimano/

Wanted: a Shimano 6800 or 8000 left crank 172.5mm length. I've the right but need a left one. Does anyone have one sat around they don't want?

As I have upgraded to power meter pedals on my TT bike, I have listed my nearly new shimano R7000 pedals on ebay. http://ebay.us/loXdmd?cmpnId=5338273189

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Hi folks. I'm probably like alot of cyclists at the moment in relation to sourcing new components, I'm afraid the covid situation has affected supply. I'm looking to replace my 50 tooth out chain ring (shimano 105 5800). Apparently every supplier has none in stock. I'm wondering if shimano...

I got a new MTB with the above fitted and in order to remove the crank I need a special Shimano tool which is hard to find and/or expensive for a one off use, does anyone have one they are willing to sell me? Link here:-...

Silver 10 speed Shimano 105 170mm cranks with new (one short ride) Shimano 50/34 chain rings. Comes with crank arm fixing bolt £45. SOLD Shimano CS-HG500 10 speed 11-32 cassette - new (one ride) £20 SOLD Shimano Tiagra FD4700 front derailleur with frame clamp 34.9mm - good condition £15...

Been looking to get a new pair of shoes and these seam ok. Has any one got them of had them I know it’s all personal opinion but just thought I would c b4 I pull the trigger thanks dav

As the title states, Im on the market for a 10 speed compatible chainset 172.5mm My Triban kept throwing the chain as many as three times in one hour and Ive been told by my LBS and another independent bike mechanic that throwing the chain is because the chainset is worn. The independent bike...

Not sure whether I should put this in vintage, but here we go: I have an FCA 500 crank (RX100 Biopace) and an FCA 501 left arm, both 170mm any differences/reason not to use them together ? I think that 500 may have been suitable for 113mm BB and 501 for 107mm BB? The original FCA 500 left hand...

Hi With my new shifter I need a new gear cable. But I had a look and I need one that has a barrel adjuster already fitted. So that all I need to do is rewire the cable and I am good go. Is that possible cause I don't really want to installing a barrel adjuster myself. lol Please post a link...

Doing my monthly check and maintenance of the bikes and I noticed my rear pads on my mtb were unevenly worn and actually almost worn out (in just 3 months). My bike has 4-pot Shimano XT (8120) . Upon removing the pads I was unable to push in two of the 4 pistons (the smaller pistons). I...

Hi. I'm living in a garbage can and I have not much money. But do have to buy the expensive oil bottle of shimano or can I just put ball-bearing greese on it? 🤓 Thanks

I’m building a gravel bike going to go 1x 10 34 up front 11-42 on the rear should I go long cage or medium rear derailleur thanks in advance 👍

I have a shimano claris gear set- trek al2 domane bike and I'm wondering how much of a difference would it be if I had a bike with an ultegra gear set? Would I be more faster?

Shimano Tiagra SL4600 10 speed shifter and SL4603 triple shifter, including cables. Excellent condition. £30 posted

I’ve taken this stem off a ’94 (I think) Raleigh. Never seen this before and am wondering if it’s: 1 - A bar / stem combination that isn’t supposed to be split, or, 2 - If there was originally an internal bolt which has been mangled by a previous owner? The bars are branded Italamburia...

I have a Claud Butler Ravana ATX MTB purchased c2002. Standard piece of kit with 27" wheels 21 gears (3*7) and rim V-Brakes. Hubs are Quando and run fine with occasional regrease and adjustment. My problem now is with the cassette/freehub. On Saturday, while on a ride on muddy towpaths the...

A pair of 8x2 Claris shifters up for sale after upgrading to the new R2000 versions because I’m vein and prefer under bar routing! Not sure what to ask as no idea what there worth. EBay prices are very volatile. How does £40 posted sound? If I am way out make an offer as I have no use for them...

Hey, It's come to the point where my cassette and chainring has gone through about 5 chains so looking to replace the lot. I only ever use ~5 smallest sprockets and notice since Shimano cassettes come with the biggest sprockets as one unit and the smaller ones individually, is it possible to...

Hi I've just taken my hub apart to clean the bearings but now I can't tighten it back up. When I do start to tighten it up it gets to tight the cup goes into the plastic. Can anyone help the old cup and cone was easy you just put a spanner on the cup and tighten down on the lock in nut but this...

hi, just got myself a lovely 2nd hand dawes response bike from the 90s. It has a biopace front crank and 7 speed rear cassette. I am going to replace chain and cassette. Can i just get a standard shimano 7 speed cassette and just a bog std 7 speed chain? Any help much appreciated.