How To Change Your Gear Cables

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Change your old, tired gear cables to make your bike feel like new again! Click here to subscribe: http://gcn.eu/SubscribeToGCN If you're using a mechanical groupset you'll need to replace your gear cables every so often. Depending on the conditions that you ride in, it's something that's worth doing every 6 months to a year. This video shows you how to change cables on Shimano shifters, the technique is similar for most other brands though. Leave a comment below to let us know what you thought of the video, and, if you liked it, don't forget to like it! Buy GCN Cycling Kit! Click here: http://gcn.eu/BuyGCNKitYT About GCN: The Global Cycling Network puts you in the centre of the action: from the iconic summit of the Stelvio to the epic trails of Fort William, Scotland, everywhere there is pavé or dirt, world-class racing, and pro riders, we will be there bringing you all the action, essential analysis and unparalleled access every week, every month, and every year. Welcome to the Global Cycling Network | Inside cycling Youtube Channel - http://gcn.eu/gcnYT Facebook - http://gcn.eu/gcnFb Google+ - http://gcn.eu/gcnGPlus Twitter - http://gcn.eu/gcnTW Leave us a comment below!

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That pro tip for tightening the cable worked like a charm! Thanks!

Good stuff. My bike is now geared up for some hill climbing, definitely worth checking the cables if of its not behaving. It's completely changed how my bike shifts.

Personally I always smear a thin film of grease over the cable when installing and I've never had a problem with dirt. Besides even if I did I could always unhook the outers from the frame and wipe the cable clean. But I've never needed too.

hmm I am lacking the barrel adjuster on my rear mech ( 2014 Cannondale caad10 shimano 105), is this unusual?

my handle is different :(

If I may, I'm relatively new to the biking mechanico world and have turned to YouTube for help when I feel it necessary & have seen a few of your tutorials. I'd like to make some suggestions that may be a service to those out there like me that are in need of help.

-slow down. You guys fly thru the steps! It may not seem so from your perspective but consider your audience!

-don't skip steps or even the most minor detail. For example, in this particular video, you show how to change the front cable in all of 30 seconds when, truthfully, it should be given its own time/video. (Today, I came specifically to see how to do a front cable-and yes, it IS easy, but then again, for someone who hasn't done it before...)

-don't work on new bikes. Most people working on their bikes are going to have bikes that have been thru it, enough that things are broken and need to be changed.

Just a few suggestions; I hope they are helpful in any way.

Also, as to front cables on a grip shift, where should the actual on-bar shifter be positioned? Full back or full forward? And should the derailleur be in the most inboard or most outboard position? I couldn't tell from your 30second afterthought mention in this video.

Hi I have a new set of Ultegra 6700 levers. I managed to get the right shifter and cables in with no problem. But, I can't seem to figure out where the shift cable goes in on the left side. I've tried a couple of places that appeared to be the "cable hole", but none of them seemed to put the cable in the right place for it to actually engage with the mechanism. Any advice?

I know you're speaking in English, but I still can't understand what you're saying... maybe it's the wine.

I will watch again in the morning and see how I fare.

You've done it again, GCN. Thanks for all of the tutorials they are so helpful!

Dan or anybody else,
What about upper barrels and their depths as I don't think they are mentioned in that tip...

Thank you! Between this video and the brake cables, you've just saved me 200$ in labor I couldn't afford! Great video!!

My MTB's Rear Gear Shifter Doesnt Work Properly, When I am in 1st Gear Chain is at 2nd and When in 6th Gear Chain is at 7th

How can I Fix It?

Is it advisable to apply grease on the cables or cable casing ?

It is important to make sure the cable is properly seated in the shifter on the hoods. This is why it is important to shift to the smallest sprocket. This exposes the cable attachment so can seat properly.

Should you lubricate new inner cables when you put them in?

the GCN maintenance Videos are fucking GOLD

Do you really need to change the outers when replacing the cable?

Dan was trying soooo hard to keep a straight face while saying pliers won't cut it.

Wiggle are selling Lifeline gear cables for £2.99 and Shimano for £15-20.. But is there a noticeable difference between the two??

Is there any real world difference between traditional cheap cables from my LBS, to like jagwire cables like their link shift series?

I use a Sram Red grupo, and sometimes I need to tune my bike a bit regularly, and I think I need new cables but hard to decide on how to approach to get the regular cables I get or go for something jagwire if there is any benefit!