What are the differences between Tiagra and 105/Ultegra chainrings

Asked by: Jason Erik

Is there a big difference between Shimano Tiagra and 105?

The Tiagra and 105 cassettes both feature nickel plated steel sprockets although the 105 version has an a spider arm and a lockring made from anodised aluminium and it’s considerably lighter. The biggest difference, though, is that a 105 cassette is 11-speed while a Tiagra one is 10-speed.

Is Shimano 105 compatible with Tiagra?

ULTEGRA, 105 and TIAGRA parts are compatible with each other up and down the 2×10 speed range. ULTEGRA, 105 and TIAGRA parts are compatible with each other as long as they have the same number of gears.

Is Shimano Tiagra compatible with Ultegra?

As you can see from Shimano’s compatibility list, TIAGRA’s 4600 series is officially compatible with the old ULTEGRA 6700 series and the old 105 5700 series, which are also 10-speed systems.

Is Ultegra better than Tiagra?

In all, there are quite a few points where modern Tiagra 4700 series has an edge of 10-speed Ultegra 6700 series – namely, regarding the lever ergonomics and shifting performance. There are some areas where Ultegra 6700 retains an edge over Tiagra 4700, the braking performance and gearing options being the main ones.

Is 105 more durable than Tiagra?

The most notable difference between 105 and Tiagra is probably the price. They both do the same job and they do it effectively. They are both durable and reliable.

Why is Ultegra better than 105?

There is no longer any real technological difference between 105 and Ultegra, and the only real difference is that Ultegra is a lighter groupset. That means we have 2 answers to the question of 105 versus Ultegra. If you want to make, a cash value judgment go for 105 if you want to save weight go for Ultegra.

Are Ultegra and 105 chainrings interchangeable?

All of them use the same bolt circle diameter (110mm) so you can easily swap a 53-tooth outer chainring for a 50-tooth, for example. The 105 and Ultegra chainsets use the same technology and the same materials in key areas.

Is Tiagra good enough?

Tiagra is good enough for 99% of riders, make no mistake. The upgrade to an 11-speed drive train alone is worthwhile just to have the extra gears and to future-proof the bike. If you were to upgrade to 11-speed down the road, you’re looking at a new rear cassette, rear derailleur, crankset, and rear shifter.

Is Tiagra entry level?

Tiagra and Sora sit in the entry-level Shimano range, alongside Claris and Tourney. Generally speaking, the Sora groupset is often found on lower-end bikes and is a 9-speed groupset, available in both standard double and wide-range triple cranksets.

Can I use Tiagra cassette with Ultegra?

If you go with ultegra you will need the 11 speed version. Tiagra 4700 series is the same pull ratio as the other 11 speed shimano stuff even though it’s 10 speed. If you go with ultegra you will need the 11 speed version.

What level is Shimano Tiagra?

Shimano’s Tiagra is an entry level, 10-speed groupset often spec’d on many sub-£1000 value and city bikes for its durable and reliable properties.

When did Tiagra become 10 speed?

2012

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The latest incarnation of Shimano’s ‘serious entry-level’ Tiagra road groupset brings 10-speed transmissions to lower price levels for 2012 despite the general creeping up of bike prices over the past couple of years. And the new Tiagra isn’t a poor relation to Shimano’s spendier components.

Why is it called Shimano 105?

105 is the reverse of 501, which came from Levi’s Jeans, popular in the late 80s in Japan and matching the “workhorse reliable” nature of the 105. In the late 80s Shimano introduced SIS shifting and SLR braking.

Is Tiagra 4700 Good enough?

Tiagra 4700 is the latest groupset from Shimano to get a makeover, and in doing so it has made Tiagra the best it’s ever been. On its own, it’s not quite as good as the more expensive 105, but if you’re buying a new bike with Tiagra 4700, you won’t be disappointed. Tiagra is Shimano’s fourth-tier groupset.

Does Tiagra have clutch?

Shimano Tiagra 4700



The cheapest of the basic groupsets we offer at Loca Bikes. Weight – approx. 2760 g (mechanical disc brakes) No clutch – weaker chain stabilization means that this groupset won’t cope so well on uneven ground.

Is Shimano Tiagra good enough?

Tiagra is good enough for 99% of riders, make no mistake. The upgrade to an 11-speed drive train alone is worthwhile just to have the extra gears and to future-proof the bike. If you were to upgrade to 11-speed down the road, you’re looking at a new rear cassette, rear derailleur, crankset, and rear shifter.

Is Tiagra entry level?

Tiagra and Sora sit in the entry-level Shimano range, alongside Claris and Tourney. Generally speaking, the Sora groupset is often found on lower-end bikes and is a 9-speed groupset, available in both standard double and wide-range triple cranksets.

What level is Shimano Tiagra?

Shimano’s Tiagra is an entry level, 10-speed groupset often spec’d on many sub-£1000 value and city bikes for its durable and reliable properties.

How much difference does groupset make?

The more expensive groupsets are lighter and usually offer smoother gear shifting and superior braking performance, and you get more gears and with the more expensive groupsets, 11-speed on Dura-Ace, Ultegra and 105, down to 8-speed on entry-level Claris.

Which Shimano gear is best?

Shimano groupset hierarchy



Shimano 105 is considered Shimano’s first performance groupset, and for many people it is the best option in combining performance, value and longevity. Ultegra is next and is very similar to Dura-Ace in terms of performance, though Dura-Ace is lighter.

What is the cheapest Shimano?

Shimano 105 is the most affordable performance-focused groupset from the Japanese firm, and comes on many mid-market road bikes.