Crank question.

Larrythelad
Larrythelad Posts: 21
edited May 2012 in Road beginners
Hi.

Probably been asked before,

Can I use a 9 speed crank on a 10 speed drivetrain?

Sam

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  • BruceG
    BruceG Posts: 347
    Yes you can, it isnt the crank that determines the speeds available from the drivetrain. It is the shifters, apart from the cassette the only other variable to be concerned about is the chain. These vary in width between different speed set ups.
    Hope this helps
  • Larrythelad
    Larrythelad Posts: 21
    My shifters are 10 speed.

    Is there going to be a massive bad difference if I was going to get a 9 speed crank?

    Sam
  • BruceG
    BruceG Posts: 347
    You will be fine. What crank are you buying?
  • majormantra
    majormantra Posts: 2,094
    Generally speaking you can mix cranks with all manner of groupsets. Shifting won't always be optimal but it'll generally be fine.

    I reckon you are safe with any combination of 9, 10, or 11 speed, and even older in some cases.

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