Are Shimano freehub bodies interchangeable?
Are Shimano freehub bodies interchangeable?
Most Shimano Freehub bodies are interchangeable. The exceptions are: FH-7850 and FH-7900 Dura-Ace bodies, which have returned to a splined attachment between Freehub body and hub shell, but it is larger than the usual one. It is similar but not interchangeable between these two models.
Can you upgrade Shimano hubs?
Yes. You can replace just the hub, but you’ll likely need new spokes, and a decent mechanic will charge $50+ for the job. Unless you have a really nice rim, that’s not worth it. Buying a new wheel makes more sense.
Do I need a new hub for 11 speed?
Shimano/SRAM 11 speed cassettes are wider than 8/9/10 speed ones. So yes, you need a new, wider freehub body, unless your old one was not very old and used a spacer to fit a 10-speed cassette.
Are free hubs interchangeable?
Almost always, the answer is no, there is no interchangeability between different brands – and often limited interchangeability within a brand.
What free hub do I need?
Knowing What Freehub You Need
- If you have 10, select a Shimano/SRAM freehub.
- If you have 12 gears, select an XDR freehub.
- If you have 11, look at your crank.
- If there is one chainring up front, select an XDR freehub.
- If there are two or three chainrings (gears) up front, pick a Shimano/SRAM freehub.
When should I replace my freehub body?
If your cassette cluster is loose or gets stiff you may need to replace your freehub body. To do this you’ll need a 10mm allen key, and you’ll have to first remove your cassette, axle and bearings as demonstrated in previous tutorials.
Can you change a 10 speed hub to an 11 speed?
Luckily, many common and not-so-common wheelsets, as long as they’re at least 10-speed, can be upgraded to 11-speed by purchasing a new cassette body. The body is the part that attaches to the center of the hub and drives the wheel and bike when you pedal.
What does a free hub do?
A freehub is a type of bicycle hub that incorporates a ratcheting mechanism. A freewheel mechanism allows a rider to stop pedalling whilst the cycle is still in forward motion. On a cycle without a freewheel mechanism, the rider has to keep pedalling whenever the cycle is moving.
How do I change my free hub?
The axle is independent of the freehub.
- Remove set screw from side of drive side locknut.
- Hold non-drive side cone with cone wrench. Loosen and remove drive side locknut.
- Pull freehub to remove. Use care not to loose small parts. Note orientation of pawls as you remove freehub.
Can you put SRAM freehub on a Shimano hub?
This means you can’t put a SRAM freehub body onto a Shimano hub. It is best to stick within the brand to get the right body. If you have a DT Swiss rear hub shell, then you’ll want to get a DT Swiss freehub. Some brands, like Campagnolo, use a specific Campagnolo freehub body that is different than Shimano and SRAM.
Can a rear hub be swapped with a freehub body?
Some, but not all rear hub bodies, allow for the easy replacement/swapping of freehub bodies so, for example, you could switch between a Shimano and SRAM XD driver cassette attachment interface. And indeed, mode of cassette attachment is one of the key differentiators when shopping freehub bodies.
Do you need new end caps for Shimano freehub?
If you are changing from a Shimano Freehub body, you will need new end caps; see below XD drivers for repair or replacement Item Specifications Cassette Body Type SRAM XD 11/12 Speed keyword search FW1917 keyword search FW1918 keyword search FW1919 Material Alloy DT Swiss XD Drivers Freehub Body EAN: 7630013964834
What are the parts on a Shimano micro spline?
Includes everything you need to swap the freehub and get riding Kits include freehub, bearings, inner spacer, pawls, and springs Item Specifications Cassette Body Type Shimano Micro Spline Industry Nine Freehub Freehub Body
