Shimano Cassettes for Every Application
Whether MTB, road bike, gravel bike, touring bike or electric bike – Shimano has the right groupset for every type of bike. This large selection is also reflected in Shimano's enormous range of cassette models. The Japanese company's range can be divided not only according to the intended use, but also according to the performance level. This means that there are suitable cogsets for every type of bike in different price ranges. The designation is based on the group name. The following list will help you to keep track of the Shimano sprocket jungle.
Shimano MTB Cassettes: A Wide Selection for Trial Riding
Shimano MTB cassettes offer a wide range – ideal for steep climbs and technical terrain. They have the appropriate number of sprockets to match the groupset and different gear ratios:
- Deore (10-, 11- and 12-speed): Durable cassettes for beginners and moderate tours. 12-speed cassettes like the 10-51T offer a wide gear range for e-MTBs or long ascents.
- SLX (12-speed): For all-round use and more demanding terrain, with narrower ratios and optimized shifting performance.
- Deore XT (12-speed): High-performance cassettes for demanding trail and enduro riders. Thanks to HYPERGLIDE+ technology, they enable fast and precise shifting.
XTR (12-speed): Lightweight high-end cassettes for competitive cycling. The 10-45T cogset is ideal for cross-country, while the 10-51T offers maximum range.
Shimano Road Bike Cassettes: For All Speeds
Shimano equips numerous professional cycling teams with its products. For example, the UCI WorldTour team UAE Team Emirates relies on Shimano's high-quality Dura-Ace components. Accordingly, Shimano road bike cassettes are also well established in the road bike segment.
- 105 (11- and 12-speed): Reliable cassettes for beginners, with 11-28T for flat terrain or 11-34T for more range on climbs.
- Ultegra (11- and 12-speed): Light, precisely graduated HYLPERGLIDE cassettes for riders with sporting ambitions – e.g. 11-30T or 11-34T for versatile use.
- Dura-Ace (11- and 12-speed): high-end cassettes with low weight and close ratios. The 12-speed Dura-Ace 11-30T cassette offers maximum efficiency in racing thanks to HYPERGLIDE+.
Shimano Gravel Cassettes: The Best of Both Worlds
Gravel is still a relatively new bike category. Nevertheless, Shimano has its own groupset family – the GRX with 10, 11 and now even 12 gears. GRX cassettes are robust and versatile, designed for changing surfaces.
Shimano Trekking Cassettes: For Both Trekking and Electric Bikes
In the trekking and electric bike segment, Shimano mainly offers the Alivio/Acera (9-speed) series. These are low-cost cogsets for city and touring bikes. In the E-MTB sector, cassettes from the Deore or XT series are mainly used. In combination with the appropriate LINKGLIDE chains, they are designed for the higher loads caused by motor assistance.
Buy Shimano Cassettes Online – Our Tips
If you want to buy the right Shimano cassette set for your bike and your needs, you have to pay attention to the following things:
- Intended use: Think about the terrain and type of bike for which the cassette is intended. Base your decision on the groupset installed on your bike.
- Number of sprockets: Shimano offers cogsets with 7 to 12 sprockets. Modern systems usually use 11- or 12-speed cassettes. The number of sprockets must match your shifting system.
- Ratio: The ratio and the gear range between the smallest and largest sprocket – determines how sporty or comfortable your bike is to ride. Go for a compact ratio for flat routes and a wide one for steep climbs or demanding terrain.
- Freehub body compatibility: Before you buy, check which freehub body is mounted on your wheel. Current Shimano road bike cassettes are available for HG L (11- and selected 12-speed) and HG L2 (12-speed only) freewheels. Shimano MTB cassettes are designed either for HG M (8- to 11-speed) or for micro spline (12-speed) freewheels.
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