Mountain Biking - changing cassette from 11-32 to 11-34

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subopolois
08-21-09, 06:06 PM
i need to replace my cassette. my old one was a 11-32 tooth. ive found a almost new one on ebay for a really good price but its 11-34 tooth, will i be able to use the new one on my bike? i assume ill have to adjust the derailleurs but is there any problem going from 32 to 34?

DaJMasta
08-21-09, 06:25 PM
What kind of derailleur do you have?

If it's the same number of speeds you probably won't have a problem, but you need to know the model to be sure.
subopolois
08-21-09, 06:44 PM
the derailleurs are going to be new too, deore XT cassette and T front/rear derailleurs

Hot Rod Lincoln
08-21-09, 10:31 PM
the derailleurs are going to be new too, deore XT cassette and T front/rear derailleurs

Common swap. All that will happen is you will be able to climb steeper stuff with those extra teeth. That ain't a bad thing:D
kramnnim
08-21-09, 10:38 PM
You might need a new chain, if the old one is worn...old chains often don't get along with new cassettes.
JonathanGennick
08-22-09, 06:52 AM
You might also need a longer chain, to protect you in case you shift into the large/large combination.