which shimano bottom bracket

radiation man
radiation man Posts: 446
edited January 2014 in Road buying advice
will i notice any difference between tiagra 105 or ultegra bottom brackets, except the price

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  • jordan_217
    jordan_217 Posts: 2,580
    Absolutely none whatsoever in terms of performance, durability and quality. Price - yes!

    Sometimes though, you can pick up the DA ones for cheaper than 105/Ultegra. Check Merlin and Ribble.
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  • matt_n-2
    matt_n-2 Posts: 581
    12% off code for Ribble at the moment too, SALE12.
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  • dennisn
    dennisn Posts: 10,601
    I doubt you would NOTICE anything different about any bottom bracket as compared to any other. Adjusted and lubed correctly, they all will run pretty much smooth a silk.
  • arlowood
    arlowood Posts: 2,561
    Just have to be aware that the new Ultegra 6800 BB has smaller diameter bearing cups that the older versions. They do provide a tool adapter so that you can still use the old style removal and assembly tools.

    However if you are buying second hand or from Fleabay check that the adapter is provided or you will be struggling to install the newer BB's

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