Is my cassette Knackered ?

jedi_master

Just took of my back wheel and i can actually wiggle the cassette slightly. Is this a sign of wear or could the freehub body be worn? i'm sure that i not meant to be able to wiggle the cassette like that, its not really really loose and the lock ring seems fine but i can wiggle it about abit though.

nicklouse

freehubs do have some movement. the cassette should not move on the freehub. Movement of the cassette is not related to cassette wear.

jedi_master

mmmm, i'll have to get a cassette tool and chain whip then, the lockring may be loose. Once i get the tools i'll sort it.

supersonic

Dont need a chain whip just to tighten it

jedi_master

yeah i know but i might as well get one while getting the lockring tool and i have the spare cash, bound to need it sooner or later.