Xt shift indicators not working?

mathematics
mathematics Posts: 453
edited February 2014 in MTB workshop & tech
Just replaced my gear cables on xt shifters and now the indicators don't work?

Anyone advise please?

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  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    Did you remove them to replace the cable, usually means they've been put back on without the peg being located into the moving slot properly.

    Just bin the indicators anyway and use the blanking plates, smaller, neater and lighter!
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.
  • mathematics
    mathematics Posts: 453
    Looking at them think I must have lost the peg :-(
  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    I don't think you can, the indicator arm includes the peg on the other end.

    Pointless anyway, just remove and fit the cover, most my riding is in the dark when you can't see the indicator even if you wanted to!
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.
  • JohnBurt
    JohnBurt Posts: 94
    If you put the windows back on and don't engage the peg then it can snap off, and then the indicator won't move.
  • Giraffoto
    Giraffoto Posts: 2,078
    Have you ever looked at the indicator to see what gear you're in? They're a gimmick to reassure people who are daunted by the prospect of more than five gears ("how will I know which one I'm in?") and I'd be amazed if anyone relies on them after the first week.
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    XM-057 rigid 29er
  • rockmonkeysc
    rockmonkeysc Posts: 14,774
    If it feels a bit stiff then shift down. If your legs are spinning too fast then shift up. If the lever doesn't go any further then you have run out of gears.
    Position indicators are pointless and limit lever position adjustment.
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  • mathematics
    mathematics Posts: 453
    RockmonkeySC wrote:
    If it feels a bit stiff then shift down. If your legs are spinning too fast then shift up. If the lever doesn't go any further then you have run out of gears.
    Position indicators are pointless and limit lever position adjustment.

    :D

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