In some cases, it is possible to run a cassette from a different brand than the rest of your drivetrain.
SRAM and Shimano cassettes, on either road or mountain bike, are interchangeable with each other as the spacing is the same between the sprockets
.
Are all cycling shoes compatible with bikes?
You can ride a bike in just about any shoes
, but anyone who rides regularly can benefit from shoes designed specifically for cycling. Compared with typical athletic shoes, bike shoes are designed with stiffer soles for more efficient energy transfer as you pedal.
Are bicycle chains universal?
No. Not all makes and models of bike chains fit on all bikes
. Most modern bike chains are made to the one-half inch pitch, but this dosn’t mean all chains fit all bikes.
Are all Shimano Freehubs compatible?
Most Shimano Freehub bodies are interchangeable
.
Can I put a 12 speed cassette on 11 speed hub?
Yes you can run a 9/10/11 & 12 speed cassette on a shimano free hub
, a Sunrace 12 speed will fit.
Are all Shimano cassettes compatible?
All Shimano and SRAM cassettes up to 10 speed are broadly compatible
. They all use Shimano’s Hyperglide II freehub body spline pattern. Cassettes with the same number of sprockets have the same sprocket spacing, sprocket width and overall width.
How do I know if my cassette will fit?
Sprockets vary in size according to the number of teeth they have. A cassette may therefore be sized as 11-32t. The first number refers to the number of teeth on the smallest sprocket (the highest gear, for fast pedalling at speed) and the second number to the biggest sprocket (the lowest gear, for climbing hills).
Can you put an 11 speed cassette on a 10 speed bike?
For nearly 20 years, the same Shimano-compatible rear wheel could utilize most any Shimano-standard 8, 9, or 10-speed cassette. However, recently, Shimano introduced 11-speed drivetrains. And, while these components work well,
the new 11-speed cassettes won’t fit on these older 8/9/10-speed rear wheels
.
Can I use a 8 speed chain on a 7 speed bike?
5, 6, 7 and 8 speed chains
7.1 mm wide 8 speed chain will fit all the other systems
(5, 6 and 7 speed ones).
Is it OK to use wd40 on bike chain?
WD-40 is a great bike chain lube water based lubricant and will not only lubricate the chain well, but will also keep it rust and corrosion free
. It also minimizes the accumulation of dirt which reduces the wear and tear of the chain.
Will a 12 speed chain work on 11 speed?
Condensed answer:
A 12-speed chain can work with an 11-speed cassette
. However, it’s recommended to avoid using a Shimano 12-speed chain because it doesn’t play well with 11-speed chainrings.
Do you really need cycling shoes?
Avid cyclists and indoor cycling junkies benefit from wearing cycling shoes. These stiff-bottomed shoes that clip right into the pedals make your ride smoother and more efficient.
If riding is a predominant part of your workout routine, cycling shoes are a valuable investment.
Is it worth getting cycling shoes?
Muscle building.
Cycling shoes are great for engaging more leg muscles
, specifically your hamstrings through the upward pull during the pedal rotation. If fitness is your main motivator for cycling, cycling shoes will help you get the most out of each workout.
Can I use any bike shoes with Peloton?
The Peloton Bike uses Delta-compatible cleats, which
you can affix to the bottom of our Peloton shoes or any pair of bike shoes with a 3-screw hole setup
. We encourage you to use the pedals your Bike comes with for an optimal ride.
Are MTB freehubs universal?
Of the freehub bodies out there,
there are a number of different types, different types have different benefits but mainly are simply a matter of compatibility with the appropriate groupset you run on your bicycle
.
Can I put an 11 speed cassette on a 9 speed hub?
An 11-speed cassette will fit on a 9-speed hub only when the hub is wide enough
. Luckily, 8,9,10 and 11-speed mountain bike hubs have the same spacing, and one can therefore use an 11-speed cassette on all of them.
Are Mavic freehubs interchangeable?
Both Aksiums and Ksyriums use the Mavic FTSL hub system, where there’s a CD10 freehub for Campag and a M10 for Shimano, which are interchangeable
.
Can I upgrade Shimano 11 speed to 12 speed?
Is there a low-cost 11-speed Di2 to 12-speed Di2 upgrade path? Unfortunately
no, there is not
. As I’ve mentioned above, 11-speed Di2 components need a firmware update to make them work with 12-speed Di2.
Does Shimano 12 speed fit on 11 speed hub?
Yes it will
. Shimano did a great job of ensuring backwards compatibility. Let’s take a closer look at the new cassette and freehub body and see how this is possible.
Can AXS do 11 speed?
New Red and Force AXS shifters will now work with 11-speed eTap derailleurs
.
Can I use MTB cassette on road bike?
It is possible to use a mountain bike cassette with an even lower range on a road bike, but you’ll have to switch to a mountain bike rear derailer
. Most mountain bike rear derailers have a long cage, which can handle a 34-tooth cog, or even some newer cassettes with 36-tooth cogs.
Can you mix Shimano groupsets?
It is possible to mix and match as long as you get components from the same generation
. For example: 9000 Dura Ace, 6800 Ultegra, and 5800 105 are all cross compatible. Each have 11-speeds in the rear, use the same cable pull per shift and use the same front derailleur design.
Can I use a 105 cassette with Ultegra?
Both 105 and Ultegra are 11-speed systems. 105 cassettes (above) are available in 11-28-tooth, 11-30, 11-32, 11-34 and 12-25 options. Ultegra is available in all of those plus 11-25 and 14-28.
There’s no reason why you can’t use an Ultegra cassette with an otherwise 105 groupset
, or vice versa.
Can I use Shimano derailleur with SRAM cassette?
Buyers are free to use a SRAM chain and cassette with their Shimano groupset, and vice versa, just as a SRAM chain can be paired with a Shimano cassette, and vice versa.
SRAM’s cassettes and chains are compatible with all of Shimano’s groupsets, and vice versa
.
How do I know what cassette is compatible with my bike?
The rule of thumb for choosing the right bike cassette is that
the closer the number of “teeth” from the largest and the smallest cogs
, the smaller the variation between gears, which ensures a smooth gear change.
Which cassette ratio is best for climbing?
All other things being equal, the 34T sprocket on the
11-34T
cassette is going to give you the easiest gear. If your bike is currently fitted with an 11-28T cassette, switching to an 11-34T cassette will make climbing less of a struggle.
