Are SRAM and Shimano 9 speed cassettes interchangeable?
SRAM and Shimano cassettes, on either road or mountain bike, are interchangeable with each other as the spacing is the same between the sprockets. However, Campagnolo road cassettes will only work with Campagnolo drivetrains.
Are all 9 speed cassettes the same?
Up through 9-speeds, all cassettes use very nearly the same width of sprocket teeth, and will work with 7/8 or 9-speed chains. Old Uniglide 6-speed cassettes have larger spacing between sprockets, and like older freewheels, have the same shifting issues.
Are SRAM cassettes good?
Having said that, the SRAM cassettes work well enough that I never worry about it or barely even notice the difference. I will always try to by Shimano Ultegra or DA, but if there is a sale or I need a specific ratio, a SRAM is just fine. Another endorser of either DA or Ultegra 11sp over Red.
Can you use a SRAM chain with Shimano cassette?
Shimano and SRAM 11-speed chains are cross-compatible. If you have a Shimano 11-speed drivetrain, a SRAM chain will work fine and vice versa, however manufacturer’s recommend pairing your components for optimal performance.
Do all cassettes fit all hubs?
Simply put – 8, 9, 10 speed cassettes all fit on the same hub. A seven speed cassette will fit on an 8 speed freehub with the use of a spacer. (One notable exception is the Dura Ace FH-7801 hub with an alloy freehub which will only accept 10 speed Shimano cassettes – the newer Dura Ace hubs can run 8/9/10).
Why are SRAM cassettes so expensive?
The SRAM cassettes are lighter because of the lack of spiders connecting the different cogs, and the smaller driver. That’s why they are so expensive too. and at least the highest end stuff (like eagle, possibly some of the 11spd stuff) is machined from a single piece, and isn’t an assembly component.
Can I use a road cassette on a mountain bike?
Condensed answer: Shimano and SRAM road bike cassettes can be installed on a mountain bike as the splines of the hubs are the same across the MTB and road models of both brands.
Is 9 speed bike enough?
When your drivetrain wears and it’s time to replace the cassette or chain, parts are much cheaper for 9 speed. It’s good enough for virtually anyone.
Are SRAM better than Shimano?
In terms of overall performance, they’re very similar. “Shimano’s units feel a bit more powerful overall but the SRAM brakes (above) are a bit more progressive through their range of power, so it’s swings and roundabouts,” said Dave Atkinson. “If I had to choose one or the other, the SRAM brakes would probably edge it.
What cassettes work with SRAM?
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.
Does SRAM GX AXS work with Shimano cassette?
Considering these parts were never designed to play well together, the Sram GX AXS shifter and derailleur work perfectly on the Shimano XTR cassette.