Originally Posted by surfsideflip
This past weekend I installed a new Ultegra 6500 bottom bracket - the first cartridge bb that I have ever installed. When I turn the spindle with my hand it feels smooth but somewhat stiff. Is this normal for a new Shimano cartridge bottom bracket? Will this change over the life of the bb? Thanks.
I too was surpised at how stiff my ultregra bb felt when I turned the spindle with my hand. But put your crank on there and spin that and see how smooth it is.