Changing from Shimano 105 5800 to Sram 11 Speed Rival or Force

[vickster]

Question...to change from 105 5800 to SRAM 11 speed double do I need to change everything bar the chain, cassette and brakes (v long drop). Ie brifters, Chainset, front and rear mech?

I think I have a standard British BB
Thanks

 

[cosmicbike]

Chainset will not need changing. Brifters and both mechs as I believe SRAM use a different ratio to Shimano.

 

[roadrash]

@cosmicbike is correct an in depth explanation here..
http://blog.artscyclery.com/science...ce-behind-the-magic-drivetrain-compatibility/

 

[roadrash]

although it may be possible to mix and match using a shiftmate, like this, see the last photo for compatability..
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/JTEK-Shiftmate-3/282812671939?hash=item41d8f2e7c3:g:GN8AAOSwndZaX08M

 

[vickster]

I'd probably change the chainset, not only to have it all matching but also because I'd prefer 50/34 rather than the different size that's on the bike. All rather depends on cost and whether I can get into the swing of using Shimano!

We shall see what next week brings

 

[lazybloke]

I'd probably change the chainset, not only to have it all matching but also because I'd prefer 50/34 rather than the different size that's on the bike. All rather depends on cost and whether I can get into the swing of using Shimano!

We shall see what next week brings

Buying a complete new groupset might be cheaper than buying most of a groupset.

 

[vickster]

Buying a complete new groupset might be cheaper than buying most of a groupset.

You might be right. The whole lot can be had for around £440

I can then sell a whole groupset for someone seeking an upgrade

 

[lazybloke]

You might be right. The whole lot can be had for around £440

I can then sell a whole groupset for someone seeking an upgrade

If it's the Rival 22 groupset, Mantel.com have prices a smidge under £400.
A used 5800 groupset could raise over £200 on ebay.

 

[vickster]

If it's the Rival 22 groupset, Mantel.com have prices a smidge under £400.
A used 5800 groupset could raise over £200 on ebay.

I’d rather buy from a U.K. retailer even if it costs a little more. Vanilla have for £440, used before

Sounds good on the 5800. I can try here too

 

[Spiderweb]

You might be right. The whole lot can be had for around £440

I can then sell a whole groupset for someone seeking an upgrade

Currently out of stock but Ribble had SRAM Rival 22 11 speed groupsets at £332.99. May be worth sending Ribble an email?
https://www.ribblecycles.co.uk/sram-rival-22-11-speed-groupset/

 

[vickster]

They’ve been out of stock since Christmas at least as I had a look in the sales. So I’d say doubtful, I’ll check though if I proceed. Spent enough on bike stuff this month already

 

[Milkfloat]

Whilst you wait - will you be adjusting the current setup for a shorter reach to the levers and fitting interruption levers ?

 

[vickster]

I’ve already had cross levers fitted. It’s not so much the reach, I definitely prefer double tap

 

[cosmicbike]

You might be right. The whole lot can be had for around £440

I can then sell a whole groupset for someone seeking an upgrade

I would recommend selling the whole bike and just buying one with SRAM already fitted. Especially if it's got a Ti frame..

 

[vickster]

I would recommend selling the whole bike and just buying one with SRAM already fitted. Especially if it's got a Ti frame..

That had been my plan but this is still a good deal even if I convert. I doubt I will. I could swap over the 11 Speed from the carbon. After all it doesn’t really matter for a turbo bike

Although I might part with it for £3k