Shimano 105 R7000 11-speed road bike cassette

The Shimano 105 R7000 11-speed road bike cassette is designed for cyclists looking for a precise, smooth and reliable drivetrain. Part of the Shimano 105 R7000 groupset, it features HYPERGLIDE technology, which ensures fast and precise gear changes across the entire cassette.

Available in a range of gear ratios, the Shimano 105 R7000 cassette allows you to easily adapt the bike’s gearing to the terrain. It is equally suited to flat rides as well as hilly and mountainous routes, depending on the gear ratio selected.

A versatile 11-speed cassette

The Shimano 105 R7000 is an 11-speed road cassette designed to work with the corresponding Shimano 11-speed drivetrains.

Its design is engineered to achieve an excellent balance between shifting precision, gear spacing and durability. The HYPERGLIDE ramps and tooth profiles facilitate smooth chain movement between the sprockets.

The cassette is available in several configurations, including:

• 11–28 teeth: ideal for fast, undulating routes.
• 11–30 teeth: a versatile balance between speed and ease of use.
• 11–32 teeth: better suited to hilly and mountainous routes.
• 12–25 teeth: a close-ratio cassette well-suited to relatively flat routes and cyclists seeking smaller gaps between gears.

The choice of gear range should always be based on the crankset, rear derailleur and the nature of the routes.

Shimano ’s HYPERGLIDE technology

The 105 R7000 cassette utilises HYPERGLIDE Shimano technology. The tooth profiles and shift ramps are designed to guide the chain efficiently from one sprocket to the next.

This design enables fast and precise gear changes, even during acceleration or changes in pace.

The sprocket spacing also helps maintain a more consistent cadence by allowing you to select the gear best suited to the gradient and speed.

Key features of the Shimano 105 R7000

• 11-speed road bike cassette.
• Shimano 105 R7000 groupset.
• HYPERGLIDE technology.
• Fast and precise gear changes.
• Available in several tooth counts.
• Compatible with the corresponding Shimano 11-speed road drivetrains.
• Excellent balance between performance and durability.
• Steel sprockets designed to withstand regular use.
• Ideal for both training and competitive cycling.
• Available with sprocket tooth counts suited to flat, undulating or mountainous terrain.

Which Shimano 105 R7000 cassette should you choose?

The choice of cassette depends mainly on the terrain you ride on.

11-28T: for fast, rolling routes

The 11-28 offers a versatile gear range and relatively small gaps between the sprockets. It is particularly suitable for cyclists who mainly ride on flat or slightly undulating routes.

11-30T: the versatile compromise

The 11-30 makes climbs a little easier whilst retaining an 11-tooth sprocket for fast sections.

11-32T: for undulating routes

With its large 32-tooth sprocket, the 11-32 allows for an even lower gear ratio on climbs. It is a good choice for hilly or mountainous routes.

Expert tip: don’t choose your cassette based solely on the number of gears. Also check the maximum tooth count accepted by the derailleur, the total capacity of the drivetrain and compatibility with your crankset.

When replacing a cassette, also check the chain for wear. Fitting a new cassette with a heavily worn chain can cause the chain to skip and accelerate wear on the new sprockets.

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