What does STI shifter stand for?
Shimano Total Integration
When Shimano launched its STI (Shimano Total Integration) system, it did much more than just relocate and streamline the gear levers — it completely changed how people rode and raced bikes.
Do STI shifters wear out?
Shifters do wear out and unlike Campy, ShimaNO shifters can’t be rebuilt and have to replaced once they’re gone. But if you should get a million or so shifts out of them before this happens.
When did Shimano introduce STI?
STI, which Shimano debuted in 1990, combined the shift and brake levers into a single unit, giving riders more control and stability — hands always on the bars, no awkward reaching toward the down tube.
When did Shimano introduce STI shifters?
Launched in 1990, the ‘Shimano Total Integration’ (STI) shifters totally changed the face of cycling. It combined the braking- and shifting controls into the same component, creating the iconic dual-control levers on the handlebar that we are now all so familiar with.
How do STI shifters work?
Shimano Total Integration (STI) shifters use a split-lever design to change gears. A small lever just behind the brake lever shifts the chain onto a smaller cog, while the whole brake lever can be pushed to the side to shift to a larger cog.
Are STI shifters reliable?
Integrated levers (sti etc) are very reliable. No problems there. Bar end shifters are probably more reliable just because theyre so simple but the rate of problems with integrated levers is so low it doesn’t matter.
Are STI shifters good?
I do like STI shifters and find them reliable and convenient. I use them on all my bikes except my touring bike, which I also ride on dirt roads. By switching the rear shifter out of index and into friction, it’ll work on cassettes or freewheels with any number of cogs.
How do I identify my Shimano STI shifter?
The shifter can be identified by model number, which is stamped on the plastic perch (under the rubber hood).
Is Sensah empire good?
4.0 out of 5 stars Great value for great shifters. Great shifters for the money and you get a front and rear derailleur with it! This was a great option to get out of my 10 year old Campy 10spd.