Largest sprocket

General Safety Information Specifications Chain length

3. Low adjustment
While turning the front chainwheel,
Add 2 links (with the chain on both the Largest sprocket Largest chainring operate the lever to shift to the
WARNING Rear Derailleur lowest gear.
largest sprocket and the largest chainring) Guide pulley
Model number RD-M360 Turn the low adjustment screw so
Check that the wheels are fastened securely before riding the bicycle. If the wheels are loose in any that the guide pulley moves to a 1 2
way, they may come off the bicycle and serious injury may result. Gears 8 position directly in line with the
Use neutral detergent to clean the chain. Do not use alkali-based or acid based detergent such as Total capacity 43T largest sprocket. 2 1
Low
adjustment screw
rust cleaners as it may result in damage and/or failure of the chain. Chain
Use the reinforced connecting pin only for connecting the narrow type of chain. Largest sprocket 34T
There are two different types of reinforced connecting pins available. Be sure to check the table Smallest sprocket 11T
below before selecting which pin to use. If connecting pins other than reinforced connecting pins are 4. How to use the B-tension adjustment screw
used, or if a reinforced connecting pin or tool which is not suitable for the type of chain is used, Front chainwheel tooth difference 20T Mount the chain on the smallest chainring Largest sprocket
sufficient connection force may not be obtained, which could cause the chain to break or fall off. Applicable front chainwheel FC-M361 (42T-32T-22T / 48T-38T-28T) and the largest sprocket, and turn the
(chainring tooth configuration) FC-M361-8 (42T-32T-22T) Installation of the lever crank arm backward. Then turn the B- 2
Smallest sprocket

Reinforced tension adjustment screw to adjust the 2

Chain Chain tool
connecting pin guide pulley as close to the sprocket as
Cassette sprocket tooth combination Use a handlebar grip with a maximum outer diameter of 32 mm.
9-speed super narrow chain possible but not so close that it touches.
such as Silver TL-CN32 / TL-CN27 Gears Group name Tooth combination SL-M360 ST-M360 Next, set the chain to the smallest
CN-7701 / CN-HG93 6.5mm
sprocket and repeat the above to make
an 11, 13, 15, 17, 20, 23, 26, 30T 1 2
8- / 7- / 6-speed narrow sure that the pulley does not touch the
chain such as Black TL-CN32 / TL-CN27 1
8 ao 11, 13, 15, 17, 20, 23, 26, 34T sprocket. B-tension
CN-HG50 / CN-IG51 7.1mm adjustment screw
aw 11, 13, 15, 18, 21, 24, 28, 32T 1
If it is necessary to adjust the length of the chain due to a change in Reinforced Connecting Pin
the number of sprocket teeth, make the cut at some other place than
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the place where the chain has been joined using a reinforced
connecting pin or an end pin. The chain will be damaged if it is cut at Model number ST-M360 / SL-M360 5. SIS Adjustment
a place where it has been joined with a reinforced connecting pin or End Pin Link Pin Gears 8 Operate the shifting lever several times to move the chain to the 2nd sprocket.
an end pin. 5 mm Allen key 5 mm Allen key
Then, while pressing the lever just enough to take up the play in the lever, turn
Check that the tension of the chain is correct and that the chain is not damaged. If the tension is too the crank arm.
weak or the chain is damaged, the chain should be replaced. If this is not done, the chain may break Freehub Tightening torque : Tightening torque :
and cause serious injury. Model number FH-MC18 / FH-RM40-8
5 Nm 6 - 8 Nm When shifting to When no sound at
Obtain and read the service instructions carefully prior to installing the parts. {44 in lbs.} {53 - 69 in. lbs.} 3rd all is heard
Loose, worn, or damaged parts may cause injury to the rider. We strongly recommend only using Sprockets 8 SL-M360
genuine Shimano replacement parts. No. of spoke holes 36 / 32
Obtain and read the service instructions carefully prior to installing the parts. Install the shifting lever in a position where it will not obstruct brake operation
If adjustments are not carried out correctly, the chain may come off and this may cause you to fall off and gear shifting operation.
the bicycle which could result in serious injury. Do not use in a combination which causes brake operation to be obstructed.
Read these Technical Service Instructions carefully, and keep them in a safe place for later reference.
Gear shifting operation
Both lever (A) and lever (B) always return to the initial position when they are released after Outer casing Outer casing

Note shifting. When operating one of the levers, always be sure to turn the crank arm at the same SIS Adjustment adjustment
barrel
adjustment
barrel
If gear shifting operations do not feel smooth, wash the derailleur and lubricate all moving parts. time.
1. Top adjustment Outer line of smallest
Loosen the outer casing
If the amount of looseness in the links is so great that adjustment is not possible, you should replace To shift from a small sprocket to a larger To shift from a large sprocket to a sprocket
Turn the top adjustment screw to adjust Tighten the outer cable adjusting adjustment barrel until the chain
the derailleur. sprocket (Lever A) smaller sprocket (Lever B) 1 2
so that the guide pulley is in line with barrel until the chain returns to touches the 3rd sprocket and
You should periodically clean the derailleur and lubricate all moving parts (mechanism and pulleys). To shift one step only, press lever (A) to the (1) Press lever (B) once to shift one step from a the outer line of the smallest sprocket the 2nd sprocket. (clockwise) makes noise. (counter clockwise)
If gear shifting adjustment cannot be carried out, check the degree of parallelism at the rear end of position. To shift two steps at one time, press larger to a smaller sprocket.
the bicycle. Also check if the cable is lubricated and if the outer casing is too long or too short. when looking from the rear.
to the (2) position. After this, install the chain.
If you hear abnormal noise as a result of looseness in a pulley, you should replace the pulley. 1 2 Best setting
Guide pulley
If the wheel becomes stiff and difficult to turn, you should lubricate it with grease. Top adjustment The best setting is when the shifting lever is operated just
Lever (A) initial position
Do not apply any oil to the inside of the hub, otherwise the grease will come out. screw
enough to take up the play and the chain touches the 3rd
You should periodically wash the sprockets in a neutral detergent and then lubricate them again. In sprocket and makes noise.
addition, cleaning the chain with neutral detergent and lubricating it can be a effective way of * Return the lever to its original position (the position where
extending the useful life of the sprockets and the chain. 2. Connecting and securing the inner cable Lever (B)
the lever is at the 2nd sprocket setting and it has been
If the chain keeps coming off the sprockets during use, replace the sprockets and the chain. Operate lever (B) 7 times or more, and check on released) and then turn the crank arm clockwise. If the chain
Always be sure to use the sprocket set bearing the same group marks. Never Group marks the indicator that the lever is at the highest is touching the 3rd sprocket and making noise, turn the outer casing
use in combination with a sprocket bearing a different group mark. position. Then remove the inner hole cover and adjustment barrel clockwise slightly to tighten it until the noise stops and
Use a frame with internal cable routing is strongly discouraged as it has Lever (B) connect the inner cable. the chain runs smoothly.
tendencies to impair the SIS shifting function due to its high cable resistance. ag - 18T
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Use an outer casing which still has some length to spare even when the Operate lever to change gears, and check that no noise occurs in any of
handlebars are turned all the way to both sides. Furthermore, check that the the gear positions.
shifting lever does not touch the bicycle frame when the handlebars are turned Inner cable
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all the way. Installation of the rear derailleur Inner hole cover For the best SIS performance, periodically lubricate all power-transmission
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Grease the inner cable and the inside of the outer casing before use to ensure parts.
that they slide properly. When installing, be careful that Install the inner hole cover by turning it as shown in
deformation is not caused by the 5 mm Allen key
For smooth operation, use the specified outer casing and the bottom bracket cable guide. the illustration until it stops.
Operation of the levers related to gear shifting should be made only when the front chainwheel is B-tension adjustment screw Do not turn it any further than this, otherwise it may
turning. coming into contact with the B-tension damage the screw thread.
Parts are not guaranteed against natural wear or deterioration resulting from normal use. dropout tab. adjustment
screw
For maximum performance we highly recommend Shimano lubricants and maintenance products.
For any questions regarding methods of installation, adjustment, maintenance or operation, please Tightening torque :
Replacement of the freewheel body
contact a professional bicycle dealer. 0.3 - 0.5 Nm {3 - 4 in. lbs.} Inner hole cover
After removing the hub axle, FH-MC18 / FH-RM40-8
remove the freewheel body fixing Freewheel body Freewheel body fixing bolt
Dropout tab
Bracket spindle tightening torque: Inserting the inner cable bolt (inside the freewheel body),
8 - 10 Nm {70 - 86 in. lbs.} Insert the inner cable into the outer casing from the end with the marking on it. and then replace the freewheel Disassembly
Apply grease from the end with the marking in order to maintain cable body.
operating efficiency.
Note:
Installation of the sprockets Do not attempt to disassemble Assembly
Technical Service Instructions SI-6R3RA-001 Marking the freewheel body, because it Freewheel body washer
U mark Cutting the outer casing may result in a malfunction.
For each sprocket, the surface that has the group mark A
When cutting the outer casing, cut the opposite end to
should face outward and be positioned so that the ac -14T
10 mm Allen key
the end with the marking. After cutting the outer (TL-WR37)
triangle (U) mark on each sprocket and the A part (where Tightening torque:
casing, make the end round so that the inside of the
Rear Drive System the groove width is wide) of the freewheel body are
aligned.
The groove is wide
at one place only. hole has a uniform diameter.
35 - 50 Nm {305 - 434 in. lbs.}

Attach the same outer end cap to the cut end of the outer casing.
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Series Acera This service instruction explains how to use and maintain the Shimano bicycle parts
Rapidfire Plus ST-M360 / SL-M360 The 6 sprockets are secured by which have been used on your new bicycle. For any questions regarding your bicycle
Connect the cable to the Note: Be sure that the cable is or other matters which are not related to Shimano parts, please contact the place of
means of rivets. Lock ring rear derailleur and, after
Outer casing SP40 securely in the groove. purchase or the bicycle manufacturer.
taking up the initial slack in
Rear derailleur RD-M360 the cable, re-secure to the
For installation of the HG sprockets, use the special tool
Type SGS (TL-LR15) to tighten the lock ring. rear derailleur as shown in
Freehub the illustration.
FH-MC18 / FH-RM40-8 Lock ring
Tightening torque: Pull
Gears 8 30 - 50 Nm {261 - 434 in. lbs.}
One Holland, Irvine, California 92618, U.S.A. Phone: +1-949-951-5003
Cassette sprocket CS-HG50-8I Tightening torque :
To replace the HG sprockets, use the special tool (TL-LR15) 5 - 7 Nm {44 - 60 in. lbs.}
Tool Groove Industrieweg 24, 8071 CT Nunspeet, The Netherlands Phone: +31-341-272222 3-77 Oimatsu-cho, Sakai-ku, Sakai-shi, Osaka 590-8577, Japan
Chain CN-HG50 / CN-HG40 and TL-SR21 to remove the lock ring. TL-LR15 (TL-SR21)
Please note: specifications are subject to change for improvement without notice. (English)
Bottom bracket guide SM-SP17 / SM-BT17 / SM-SP18 / SM-BT18 Disassembly Cut off the excess length of inner cable and then install the inner end cap. Feb. 2008 by Shimano Inc. XBC SZK Printed in Singapore.