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Shifter cable ends are the same

. Although nowadays many cables come with both ends, one on each end, and you can cut off the one you're not using. There are two basic types of cables; brake and shifter. Brake cables are thicker, typically 1.5/1.6mm in diameter.

How do you replace bike cables?

What are bike brake cables called?

A

Bowden cable

(/ˈboʊdən/ BOH-dən) is a type of flexible cable used to transmit mechanical force or energy by the movement of an inner cable relative to a hollow outer cable housing.

How often should you replace bike brake cables?

Registered.

5000 to 6000 miles

is a good time frame to replace the cables. Other wise wait till they brake and either have a good stiff pedal in or nice easy spin, depending on the broken cable.

When should I replace bike brake cables?

Are Shimano and SRAM cables the same?

the cable ends are the same, and they work

. sram pitstop cables are 1.1mm and shimano cables are 1.2mm. i like the sram pitstop cables for all shimano/sram bikes a bit better and use the all the time. but, either will work.

Are all Shimano shifter cables the same?

Apart from the diameter, Campagnolo and Shimano shifter cables are visually almost identical

, so pay attention to specifications when shopping (especially if you have Campagnolo shiters, since Shimano cables won't fit Campagnolo shifters).

Are brake and gear outer cables the same?

Gear cables are wound through particularly tight curves within the shifters too, which means there's a lot of potential for wear.

Brake cables normally have an easier time of it because their runs are straighter, but there's much more force travelling through them

.

How do you install internal cables on a road bike?

How do I install a new rear derailleur cable?

How do you change a Shimano Ultegra gear cable?

How do you cut bike cables?

How do you change a gear cable on a road bike?

Step 1: Prep the bike and cut the old cables. …
Step 2: Strip the outer and eject the inner. …
Step 3: Measure up and cut. …
Fit the new inner cable. …
Step 5: Slide the outer cabling into place. …
Step 6: Attach to the derailleur and tension. …
Step 7: Dial it all in.

How do you change a brake cable on a road bike?

How do you fix a rusted bike cable?

Try

removing the rust with some 000 or 0000 steel wool

and see how bad the rust really is. Experiment with dry steel wool/steel wool and a little WD-40 or other light lubricant and see what works best for you. Even cables can be cleaned and re-lubricated if they are not compromised.

How do you fix a frayed bike cable?

Can you reuse bike cable housing?

Yes, you can reuse bike cable housing

. While changing your bike cables, whether shifter or brake, if you inspect the cable housings and discover they are still in good condition, there's no reason why you can't reuse them.

How long do bicycle shifter cables last?

the front shift cable also lasts years. the rear, it depends on which bike, but generally lasts

1.5 to 2 years

. after the initial cable stretch, there is nothing to be done for a long, long time.

Can you use Shimano gear cables on SRAM?

Yes, but make sure you get the Shimano 12 speed cable

. SRAM inner cables are narrower (1.1mm vs 1.2mm), but I suspect that if you replace both inner and outer together, it'll work just fine.

Are all shifter cables the same?

the ONLY difference that matters is Campy shifters need Campy compatible cables

. you can use Shimano and SRAM and any other cable interchangeably w/ ANY shifter as long as it's not Campy.

What is shifter cable?

A transmission shift cable (also called a shifter cable or any of the names listed above and even others that we may not have yet heard), is

the link between the shifter handle and the transmission in a vehicle

.

Do shift cables matter?

shifting cable housing doesn't make much of a difference (be it spiral wound or linear wound) as long as it has teflon coating on the inside (bowden or whatever it's called) and proper caps installed. the inner cable is the important one. shimano teflon coated cables don't rust, stretch less and run smoother.

Do shifters come with cables?

The shifter will come with a new cable installed

. You can reuse the housing.

What size shifter cable do I need?

shift cable is

1.0mm in diameter

and brake cables are 1.5mm. You can buy any brand cable that you want an they'll fit. The only real difference is in housing, as rjk noted. Derailleur cable housing can be had in 5 and 4mm diameters, but they take the same cables.