How easily could this replace a 5 sprocket freewheel? Is there any worry about chain size/ frame width?
1934233
I used this to replace a 5 sprocket freewheel on a 1980's Schwinn Sprint. However, I bought a new wheel with different spacers than were on the old axle. Chain size has nothing to do with it. This should fit in most of the old frames, but you may have to modify the spacers on your existing axle.
1934234
That's what I did on my Schwinn road bike. I used this freewheel and it worked great. There was plenty of room on mine.
369433
I think you should take your bike to a local bike shop. The bicycle mechanic can answer this question by looking at the way your gears are placed on the bike.This Shimano freewheel should replace a freewheel of the same number of gears. The mechanic will be familiar with this freewheel and can give you a clear answer.
97500
Mine has a 6t sprocket and 3/8 pitch which was oem it bar and chain works great
257694
Yes, I believe you can. What is important is the length of the cage. A short cage as in most of todays road bikes probably won't work, but a long cage as in most of todays mountain and hybrid bikes should. The length of the cage allows it to shift up onto that big sprocket. Good luck
1771754
It will fit-but it's going to have slack back and fourth on the sprocket. And it also can wear your back cassette out quicker.
1955799
This is a Freewheel. It mounts onto a rear hub with threads. I am not familiar with cassettes but I don't think this will work. I don't have the bike with me at home to measure but I believe it is wider than a 5 speed. The bike I used it on is a Vitus with 126mm rear spacing that I upgraded from a 6 speed to a 7 speed with 7 speed index shifters and the frame with luck had enough clearence. I hope some information will be helpful with your upgrade. Good luck!
1871470
Standard multi-sprocket chain will work but each bike is different for about 10 bucks you can get a chain-breaker that pushes out the pin in the chain, match the old chain or string the chain on your biggest gear on the back going through the derailer properly and go around the biggest gear in the front give yourself just a little slack so the chain will jump to the smaller gears and push the chain pin a little more than3/4 of the way out and take out the excess piece of chain and re-pin the chain closed cycle the chain to the smallest in the back and front and test ride, if it skips you might have to get a rear derailer that has a longer body to accommodate the range of the 40, 53. mountain bike derailers are longer than street bikes derailers and will interchange with a chain length adjustment. Your front gear change mechanism's arc might be smaller than the 53 tooth sprocket and if you use one thats to small it'll kick off the chain at inappropriate times. 20 bucks at the bike shop fixes that.
1182292
The diameter won't likely be your problem. The length was the issue for me. It was a little too long, and wouldn't lock. However, I was able to grind part of the bolt off and get it to work. You might want to measure the space between your forks to get a better idea it it will work for your bike.
441477
It certainly looks as though it would. Both are 7-speed freewheels of the same overall range. There might be some minor differences in the between cogs, but nothing that should prevent it from working well.
959212
You have to change the hub out to accept a cassette. Freewheels only thread on up to 7 speed. I'm pretty sure about that but your local bike shop will know for sure
224414
I do believe your present bike is also a 7 speed as is the freewheel your giving thought to purchasing. A special tool is needed to remove the current freewheel from your wheel. Best option, take your wheel and your new gears (freewheel) to a bike shop. They'll swap them out for a few bucks. Check the chain length after you replace the wheel. That freewheel is a good. I bought one myself. Ride safe. Have fun !
449046
You can order the fylcrum lever from Amazon. You will also need a barrel adjuster to screw into fulcrum lever. These two parts were not included in the kit I recieved,but it seems they should be included. Also if you use your original chain it will need to be shortened. The directions with the kit were not correct as concerned with the number of links you will need.Make sure you throw the chain over the sprokets after installation of sprockets and measure them yourself. I needed about 10 or 12 more links than the instructions indicated.
983421
You will need chainring bolts. The length depends on your current set up. You shouldn't need new bolts is you are replacing one of your other chainrings.
813241
Make sure that the capacity of this derailleur meets your requirements for the big cog. Other than that, new shifter (only need one since you're eliminating the front derailleur), new cassette (if you're on a 3x8 there is a chance you have a free wheel vs a free hub in which case you may need a new rear wheel. If your crank isn't serviceable (I.e. Riveted chainring vs. bolted, you will need a new crank and possibly a new bottom bracket if the chain line is changing. Usually a good idea to run a chain guide on the 1x also, even though this derailleur pulls tight and doesn't bounce much at all (maybe replace defunct chainring with guide?). Sounds like a fun project, enjoy! Make sure that the capacity of this derailleur meets your requirements for the big cog. Other than that, new shifter (only need one since you're eliminating the front derailleur), new cassette (if you're on a 3x8 there is a chance you have a free wheel vs a free hub in which case you may need a new rear wheel. If your crank isn't serviceable (I.e. Riveted chainring vs. bolted, you will need a new crank and possibly a new bottom bracket if the chain line is changing. Usually a good idea to run a chain guide on the 1x also, even though this derailleur pulls tight and doesn't bounce much at... » Read More Make sure that the capacity of this derailleur meets your requirements for the big cog. Other than that, new shifter (only need one since you're eliminating the front derailleur), new cassette (if you're on a 3x8 there is a chance you have a free wheel vs a free hub in which case you may need a new rear wheel. If your crank isn't serviceable (I.e. Riveted chainring vs. bolted, you will need a new crank and possibly a new bottom bracket if the chain line is changing. Usually a good idea to run a chain guide on the 1x also, even though this derailleur pulls tight and doesn't bounce much at all (maybe replace defunct chainring with guide?). Sounds like a fun project, enjoy! « Show Less
441478
Yes. If you are replacing yourself, you'll need a special tool and the use of a vice to remove the old freewheel. A bike shop will remove the old freewheel for typically a couple of $. Take a view on YouTube, there will a removal video. Also check chain length after you install new freewheel. (In case the new one has different size cogs..."gears")Good luck.
1955798
This is a freewheel, not a cassette, there is a difference. Remember to replace your chain at the same time.
1982637
Probably. The only potential issue I see is if the old cluster was thinner you might not have enough frame clearance for a wider 6 speed. Also you will probably have to replace the chain at the same time. Especially if the cluster is pretty worn out.