Are all MTB shifter cables the same?

No, all shifter cables are not the same. If after inspecting your shifter cables, you discover they are frayed, bent, or rusted and need to be changed, you can’t just buy any shifter cable you see out there. Different bikes have different shifters, which determines the type of shifter cables to be used on them.

Are bicycle brake and shifter cables the same?

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.

What size is shifter cable?

Housing comes in two common diameters: 5 mm or 4 mm. 5 mm was once very common, and is more rigid and resistant to bending. It will typically have a larger inner diameter giving the cable inside more wiggle room. Currently 4 mm is the most common housing size for shift housing.

What size are Shimano cables?

Others (Shimano, SRAM…) – around 1.2 to 1.3 mm cable diameter – with end barrel a bit larger than Campagnolo one.

How do gears work on a 21 speed bike?

A 21-speed bike has three front gears and seven in the rear. The front gears sit in line with the pedals and are called chainrings. The rear gears are in line with the axle of the rear wheel and are called the cassette collectively and cogs individually.

Are 21 speed bikes good?

7 Speed vs 21 Speed Bikes In terms of how the number of gears affects the overall ride of the bike, a 21-speed is generally faster with smoother transitions and pedaling. The 7-speed is adequate for most riders, which is why many people choose the slower option.

Are SRAM and Shimano shifters compatible?

SRAM’s cassettes and chains are compatible with all of Shimano’s groupsets, and vice versa. Likewise, Shimano and SRAM buyers have the freedom to mix different levels of chains and cassettes so long as they are designed for the same kind of transmission.

How fast can you go on a 21 speed bike?

How fast can a 21-speed bike go? A typical 21-speed bike can reach speeds over 100 kilometers per hour or almost 70 mph. Some custom draft bikes can move substantially faster, but the average rider pedals around 10-15 miles per hour.