! Shimano Cantilever Brake Straddle Cables Vintage NOS Bicycle Mountain bike
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About this product
This is a set of new old stock (NOS) Shimano Cantilever Brake Straddle Cables, designed for both front and rear cantilever brake systems. Originating from Japan, these gray cables are compatible with a wide range of vintage and modern bicycles, including cyclocross, mountain, recumbent, tandem, and road touring bikes. The set includes the necessary straddle cables for a complete installation, ensuring proper function for your Shimano Tour model brakes. This component is ideal for restoration projects or replacing worn parts.
Our take
If you're looking to refresh or repair a vintage bike with cantilever brakes, these Shimano straddle cables are a solid choice. Being new old stock, they offer original quality from Japan, which is a plus for authenticity and reliability. They're compatible with an impressive list of bike types, from mountain to road touring, making them quite versatile for various projects. The gray color is neutral and should blend well with most setups. Just be aware that this set only includes the cables, so you'll need to have the main brake components already.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Genuine Shimano vintage NOS part
- Made in Japan quality
- Compatible with many bike types
- Includes cables for front & rear
Cons
- Only includes straddle cables
- Color is limited to gray
Specifications
- Country of Origin Japan
- Brand Shimano
- Type Cantilever
- Position Front & Rear
- Brake Type Cantilever Brake
- Color Gray
Show all 12 specifications
- Model
- Shimano Tour
- Compatible Bike Type
- Cyclocross Bike, Mountain Bike, Recumbent Bike, Tandem Bike, Road Bike - Touring
- MPN
- r2
- Set Includes
- Cables
- Bundle Listing
- No
- Part Type
- straddles
