It is recommended to use genuine Shimano parts only. If parts such as bolts and nuts become loose or damaged, the bicycle may suddenly fall over, which may cause serious injury.

The top trigger is in front of the handlebar, and it is operated by your index finger. The lower trigger (which is a little bigger) sits behind the handlebar and is operated by your thumb. The top trigger is pulled back towards you to shift; the bottom trigger is pushed forward to shift.

If manufacturers of the first type of bicycle prefer Altus due to its low cost, we find it on city bikes because under normal use it does its job quite well. If it’s sheer performance you are looking for, then Shimano Altus will give you neither fast shifting reprises, nor good shifting under heavy load.

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Basic overview of reviving a shimano rapid fire shifter that won’t function. The most common issue with non functioning rapid fire or STI shifters is the grease or lubricant originally used in the shifter dries out over time. This video shows how to diagnose and resolve the issue.

•When installing components, be sure to follow the instructions that are given in the instruction manuals. It is recommended to use genuine Shimano parts only. If parts such as bolts and nuts become loose or damaged, the bicycle may suddenly fall over, which may cause serious injury.