SHIMANO Unisex Kassette 9 Fach Cassette

The cassette is probably from Alivio or Sora or some other lower end of Shimano. Installed on my Ultegra hub for a commuter bike. All seems good to me. No, its not light weight like the higher end units, but it is also not $80. Even if I have to replace more frequently because of lower quality steel wearing out, its still a good price.

We were installing this on a mountain bike, so the durability was more important than saving the last ounce of weight (for extra money, too, if you go that route.) The installation was very quick and easy, together with a new chain, of course, because you don't want to pair a new cassette with an old chain.To install this cassette on a standard shimano hub, you need the hub tool, and a chain whip (really only needed to get the old cassette off, as use will further tighten the new cassette. If you use a torque wrench, the standard is 40 Newton meters, I think, but I could be wrong.Of course you need a chain tool and maybe a "magic link" to replace the chain. The length may be different from your old chain if the size of the biggest sprocket is different from your old sprocket--and of course, if you're changing size (largest number of teeth on the cassette), you also need to be sure your derailleur still works.There isn't much else to say. I would say I got an actual shimano part, but if it was a fake, it was meticulous in every detail--seriously, it was just the actual shimano part in the standard shimano packaging. That's what I wanted and that's what I got!When to replace? If you've worn out 8 or 10 chains, you've probably also worn out the cassette. If a new chain does not rest in the valleys between the teeth of your most used gear on the cassette, it will definitely wear the chain and hinder your power transfer and smooth gear changes. It can even get sort of stuck on the teeth!

I was a little worried that for the price this would be a cheap knock-off but I'm convinced it's the genuine article.I've not done so many miles so far but it fits perfectly to my 2006 Specialized MOS and looks pretty cool as well.So far so good.As usual Shimano direct you to a non-fuctioning installation web page using the QR but bit of paper would be better I reckon. Easy to install anyway and no adjustments except to the derailleur mechanism.Does anyone know why the listing is in German BTW?

So far, so good. No issues with this cassette. Only had it installed for a month or so, but everything shifts perfectly, and I have no complaints.

Installed on a gravel bike that I’m building and it provides the perfect range. As a whole, however, the rear wheel seems a bit heavy. I know this isnt a high end cassette. Compare the weight with what you are replacing if that is important for your application.

I bought the 11-32 HG400 to replace SRAM PG950 that came stock on my Giant Defy. The improvement in shifting reliability is impressive. The SRAM frequently mis-shifted made all kinds of pinging noises and overall, really performed terribly with my 9 speed Sora shifters and RD. I have this also on a Fuji Sportif, and it works the same, flawlessly. Although it has a nickel finish instead of the chrome that came on the SRAM, it works better and still looks classy. I have paired it with KMC X9.93 as well as KMC X9.99 chains with equal satisfaction. I am considering buying another one, they are nice. If you use a compact crankset on a road bike and would like a nice low gear, the 11-32 is a good choice. This is not exclusively a mountain cassette. I rode the Giant today with THIS cassette in some treacherous wind and tough hills. It did not disappoint...not a single mis-shift. The crisp shifts this provided gave me the confidence I needed to keep going! With Shimano derailleur and shifters, use a Shimano HG cassette, it seems like it always works best! Shimano cog sets and KMC chains have always been my prefered choice.

This is an OEM cassette manufactured by Shimano in Japan. If this is a DIY project suggest also consider purchasing a Park Tool FR-5.2G cassette lock ring tool , a Park Tool chain whip tool, and a Bike Pro torque wrench or similar tools to complete the project.

This is s Alivio cassette perfect replacement , I like the 11-32 gearing as I did not need a super 36t granny gear on a e bike at this price I am going to grab another as a backup.Worked great with a KMC 9 speed chain shifts smooth and crispAnd being a 32t it is easier for the derailleur to catch that low gear