Shimano 105 HG CASSETTE 12s Compatibility Guide
Quick Verdict
This Shimano 105 HG CASSETTE 12s is a Shimano Road cassette. It requires a 12-speed drivetrain and compatible components. For best performance, use with other R7100 components, though it is mechanically compatible with the parts listed below.
Note on Compatibility: These recommendations are based on mechanical standards and manufacturer specifications. While parts may be technically compatible, mixing brands or categories (e.g., Road and MTB) may affect shift quality or aesthetic cohesion.
Compatible rear derailleurs for 105 HG CASSETTE 12s
20 total resultsRecommended Pairing
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Shimano
105 Di2 REAR DERAILLEUR 2X12s
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses di2 shifting type
Shimano
105 REAR DERAILLEUR 12s
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
Technically Compatible
18Matches required mechanical standards, but may not be the manufacturer-intended pairing.
Road / Gravel
SRAM
Apex Eagle Rear Derailleur
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
- Uses sram eagle standard
SRAM
Apex XPLR AXS Rear Derailleur
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses axs shifting type
- Uses sram flattop standard
SRAM
Apex XPLR Rear Derailleur
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
- Uses sram flattop standard
MTB
Shimano
DEORE Di2 E-MTB REAR DERAILLEUR LONG CAGE 12s
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses di2 shifting type
Shimano
DEORE Di2 REAR DERAILLEUR LONG CAGE 12s
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses di2 shifting type
Shimano
DEORE REAR DERAILLEUR 1X12s
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
Shimano
DEORE XT Di2 E-MTB REAR DERAILLEUR LONG CAGE 12s
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses di2 shifting type
Shimano
DEORE XT Di2 REAR DERAILLEUR 1X12s
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses di2 shifting type
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
Shimano
DEORE XT Di2 REAR DERAILLEUR LONG CAGE 12s
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses di2 shifting type
Shimano
DEORE XT Di2 REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses di2 shifting type
Shimano
DEORE XT REAR DERAILLEUR 1X12s
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
Shimano
DEORE XT REAR DERAILLEUR 1X12s
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
Shimano
DEORE XT REAR DERAILLEUR 2X12s
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
SRAM
Eagle 70 Transmission Derailleur
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
- Uses sram eagle standard
SRAM
Eagle 90 Transmission Derailleur
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
- Uses sram eagle standard
SRAM
Eagle AXS S500 Derailleur
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses axs shifting type
- Uses sram eagle standard
SRAM
Eagle S100 Derailleur
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
- Uses sram eagle standard
Road
Shimano
DURA-ACE Di2 REAR DERAILLEUR 12s
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses di2 shifting type
Compatible chains for 105 HG CASSETTE 12s
20 total resultsTechnically Compatible
20Matches required mechanical standards, but may not be the manufacturer-intended pairing.
General
SRAM
12s PowerLock
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses sram flattop standard
Shimano
CHAIN DEVICE 11/12s
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg standard
Shimano
CHAIN DEVICE D-TYPE MOUNT
Why it fits
- Uses shimano hg standard
Shimano
CHAIN DEVICE E-TYPE MOUNT
Why it fits
- Uses shimano hg standard
Shimano
CHAIN DEVICE ISCG05 MOUNT
Why it fits
- Uses shimano hg standard
Shimano
CN-M6100 HYPERGLIDE+ CHAIN 12s
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
Shimano
CN-M7100 HYPERGLIDE+ CHAIN 12s
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
Shimano
CN-M8100 HYPERGLIDE+ CHAIN 12s
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
Shimano
CN-M9100 HYPERGLIDE+ CHAIN 12s
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
City / Trekking
Road / Gravel
SRAM
Apex Chain
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses sram flattop standard
SRAM
Force Chain
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses sram flattop standard
SRAM
Force Chain
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses sram flattop standard
MTB
SRAM
Eagle 70 Transmission Flattop Chain
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses sram eagle standard
SRAM
Eagle PowerLock
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses sram eagle standard
SRAM
Eagle S100 Chain
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses sram eagle standard
SRAM
Eagle S200 Chain
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses sram eagle standard
SRAM
Eagle S500 Chain
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses sram eagle standard
SRAM
Eagle Transmission PowerLock
Why it fits
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses sram eagle standard
Frequently Asked Questions
What fits with Shimano 105 HG CASSETTE 12s?
Shimano 105 HG CASSETTE 12s is compatible with rear derailleurs, chains that match its technical standards. Most importantly, it requires matching 12-speed components.
Can I use a higher or lower speed chain with Shimano 105 HG CASSETTE 12s?
No, Shimano 105 HG CASSETTE 12s requires a 12-speed chain. Chains for different speeds have different external widths and internal profiles, which will cause poor shifting or mechanical interference.
Can I mix Shimano 105 HG CASSETTE 12s with MTB components?
While some mechanical standards (like cassette spacing at certain speeds) may overlap, Shimano 105 HG CASSETTE 12s is optimized for Road use. Mixing with MTB parts often fails due to differing pull ratios and chainlines.
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