Shimano Ultegra CS-6800 11/32 replacement?

Asked by: Sarjus Walton

Is R8000 compatible with 6800?

Yes, you can install a Shimano R8000 power meter on a Shimano 6800 crankset such as 4iiii PRECISION Shimano Ultegra R8000 or the Stages Shimano Ultegra R8000 as they both use the same interface – which is called Shimano Hollowtech II.

What’s the difference between Ultegra 6800 and R8000?

Shimano boasts that, “At its lightest set up (Di2 with mechanical braking) Ultegra R8000 weighs 4,071g, which is an 84.5g saving over Ultegra 6800.” Okay, but that 84.5g saving includes wheels and pedals, and many people will already have favourite wheels and pedals.

Is ultegra R8000 compatible with Shimano?

Worthy of note: the new R8000 components are all cross-compatible with the previous 6800 generation and just about any other Shimano 11-speed mechanical groupset. This means that if you’re on a recent 11-speed Shimano road groupset, you can mix and match many of the components reviewed here.

What speed is Ultegra 6800?

11-speed

Ultegra 6800 has a rider tuned drivetrain. Rider tuned means that riders can individually choose a large variety of gearing options for all kinds of riding, whether you ride races, Gran Fondo’s, sportives or cyclocross. The Ultegra cassette is going 11-speed. From 11-23T all the way to 11-32T.

Is R7000 better than 6800?

R7000 is certainly better engineering than 6800, and it looks good too. New r7000 is better engineering, would go for it anytime. Shadow rear derailleur also decreases chance of breaking it in a crash. One thing people rarely consider; Ultegra has carbon levers, 105 has aluminum.

When did Ultegra 6800 come out?

SHIMANO ULTEGRA 6800 series, introduced in 2013, responded to such trends of the times.

How many miles should an Ultegra chain last?

2,000 to 3,000 miles

Replacing your chain regularly can prolong the life of your drivetrain. Most mechanics agree that you should replace your chain about every 2,000 to 3,000 miles, depending on your riding style.

Are 6800 and 8000 chainrings interchangeable?

The R8000 inner ring is more than likely compatible with the 6800 crankset. The ring has the same BCD and less material along one bolt hole.

Why is Ultegra better than 105?

Conclusion. There is no longer any real technological difference between 105 and Ultegra, and the only real difference is that Ultegra is a lighter groupset.

How good is Shimano Ultegra?

Ultegra R8000 verdict



Ultegra R8000 is best seen as an overall refresh of the venerable Ultegra 6800 groupset rather than a drastically new design — lots of small refinements make the groupset an absolute joy to use with braking and shifting that is largely indistinguishable in performance from Dura-Ace 9100.

Is Shimano Ultegra R8000 Di2?

The new Ultegra R8000 series is taking our rider-tuned philosophy to the next level, with an extensive range of components for mechanical shifting, electronic shifting (Di2) and time trial / triathlon.

What is the difference between Ultegra and Ultegra Di2?

Ultegra is mechanical and Di2 is the electronic version. Virtually cable free, better shifting performance overall.

Can you mix 105 and Ultegra?

The parts of DURA-ACE, ULTEGRA and 105 are compatible with each other as long as they have the same number of gears.

Are Shimano 105 and Ultegra compatible?

ULTEGRA, 105 and TIAGRA parts are compatible with each other as long as they have the same number of gears. Note that ULTEGRA and 105 are only available in the older generation of 2×10 speed (ULTEGRA: 6700 series ゙, 105: 5700 series), while TIAGRA only offers 2×10 speed.

Is there a big difference between 105 and Ultegra?

Conclusion. There is no longer any real technological difference between 105 and Ultegra, and the only real difference is that Ultegra is a lighter groupset.

Is Dura Ace worth it over Ultegra?

Even if you are a serious racer, the Ultegra is a great option. The Dura-Ace, however, is an incredible groupset. Its performance is unrivaled and, despite the cost, there is a reason it’s a go-to for pro racers. If a few grams of weight doesn’t matter to you, opt for the Ultegra.

Does a Dura-Ace cassette last longer than Ultegra?

No. The dura ace cassette won’t outlast the ultegra. You pay more for dura ace because it weighs less (wank wank).

What makes Dura-Ace better than Ultegra?

Although Dura Ace is considered to Shimano’s out-and-out performance groupset, surprisingly, Ultegra is generally deemed to be much more versatile, mainly because of the lower range of gears that it offers. While Ultegra cassettes go all the way up to 34 teeth, Dura Ace cassettes only go up to 30 teeth.