Originally Posted by
badger_biker
I've generally had little problems mixing and matching with 6 or 7 speeds. I think the spacing is pretty similar between Suntour and Shimano. Indexing on a Shimano HG with 7 speed indexed Suntour barcons works great on my touring bike.
It probably depends on the brand of derailleur too.
The shifters are Suntour (Accushift) set to Index mode, rear derailleur is Suntour as is the front derailleur. I just foud it odd that it shifted flawlessly, and with zero adjustments.