Originally Posted by
jimc101
If your bike has Tourney components, then normally it will be cheaper to buy a complete bike rather than replace parts like the shifters. The Tourney on your bike is most likely 7 speed (this model last had Tourney spec'd on in 2008, and was 7 speed), and upgrading to anything which will give better shifting, will require an upgrade to either 9 or 10 speed, as parts just aren't produced for the mid range in 7 speed now (there is the possibility of NOS parts but you can't just pick thee up at a bike shop).
If you are having issues with your shifting, would be looking at why; at the cables, routing and RD hanger, are all these good / aligned? before spending any money on new parts like shifters and RD's.
Yes it has tourney components and is a 7 speed. I know someone and may be able to get a cassette that is either a 9 or 10 speed. If i am able to do that would it be worth upgrading my bike? I don't want to spend a whole lot of money. My bike shifts fine i am looking to get something that is just smoother works a bit better.