Bike Forums - View Single Post - Shimano 105 compatibility ( brake and STI levers)

04-29-15 | 01:26 PM

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dr_lha

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From: Central PA

Bikes: 2016 Black Mountain Cycles Monster Cross v5, 2015 Ritchey Road Logic, 1998 Specialized Rockhopper, 2017 Raleigh Grand Prix

Yes, 5800 caliper brakes will work fine with 5700 brifters (the brake pull is no different between the triple and double version). Your current brakes are likely an "off series" OEM shimano brake, put on your bike to save money.

EDIT: Do you current brakes look like this by any chance?

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