Last Updated: September 18, 2019 (Refresh Now)

SHIMANO HG51 8 Speed Cassette

Last Updated: September 18, 2019 (Refresh Now)
8.0
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
163
Old Reviews
103
Unverified
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Review Analysis - 53 recent, verified reviews

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Ease of Use
 6
easy, tools, wrench, whip, shimano
+100%
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" ...  Easy to install I wouldn't expect anything less from shimano.  ...  "
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" ...  In the category of "easy to install" I gave it a 4-star, because it would be impossible to call it 5-star easy given the fact that swapping cassettes requires two bike-specific tools (a cassette chain whip wrench, and a cassette socket), plus a torque wrench.  ...  "
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" ...  Quick and easy lo like it should be.  ...  "
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" ...  Was a easy swap and am very happy with the purchase  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to install with proper tools.  ...  "
Overall performance
 6
8, drivetrain, cassettes, smooth, shimano
+100%
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" ...  Good quality Shimano gear cluster for 8 speed  ...  "
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" ...  It would be even better if I had a 9, 10, or 11 speed drivetrain, but we pick cassettes to match our shifters, derailleurs, chains, and chainsets. ... And 8-speed is what I've got.  ...  "
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" ...  I purchased this because I'm upgrading my bike from 7 speed to 8 speed. ... Great unit for the money and recommend this over the lower end cassettes for your 8 speed drivetrain.  ...  "
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" ...  Installed on a Schwinn Searcher 2 2013 edition and it has been doing a great job.  ...  "
Setup
 5
tools, wrench, whip, tighten, shimano
+100%
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" ...  Easy to install I wouldn't expect anything less from shimano.  ...  "
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" ...  Super easy install thanks to the plastic cage that keeps it all together so you just slide on and tighten.  ...  "
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" ...  In the category of "easy to install" I gave it a 4-star, because it would be impossible to call it 5-star easy given the fact that swapping cassettes requires two bike-specific tools (a cassette chain whip wrench, and a cassette socket), plus a torque wrench.  ...  "
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" ...  Installation was easy with the proper tool.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to install with proper tools.  ...  "
Price
 5
shimano, solid, one, money, good
+80%
-20%
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" ...  Great quality, works perfectly as expected from Shimano, great price.  ...  "
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" ...  I have zero complaints, especially at this price.  ...  "
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" ...  Solid cassette at a good price.  ...  "
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" ...  Can't beat Shimano for the money.  ...  "
Delivery
 4
delivery, price, needed, fast, arrived
+75%
-25%
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" ...  As advertised, quick delivery  ...  "
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" ...  This is exactly what I ordered and needed, at a good price and with timely delivery.  ...  "
Design
 4
good, works, shifts, like, finish
+100%
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" ...  But it feels great now.  ...  "
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" ...  Reasonably lightweight, looks good, works and shifts well.  ...  "
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" ...  The finish seems to be of good quality.  ...  "
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" ...  Shifting is as smooth and the 11-28 looks like new.  ...  "
Returns
 3
+100%
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" ...  Replaced an old HG-31.  ...  "
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" ...  I used this to replace a relatively new one.  ...  "
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" ...  Definitely recommended if you need a replacement.  ...  "
Build Quality
 3
tighten, sure, shifts, quality, looks
+100%
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" ...  Super easy install thanks to the plastic cage that keeps it all together so you just slide on and tighten. ... Quality appears top notch.  ...  "
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" ...  But it feels great now.  ...  "
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" ...  Reasonably lightweight, looks good, works and shifts well.  ...  "

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