Is Shimano 105 HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE DUAL CONTROL LEVER 11s compatible with Shimano 105 REAR DERAILLEUR SHORT CAGE 11s?

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Not Compatible

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Issues found between Shimano 105 HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE DUAL CONTROL LEVER 11s and Shimano 105 REAR DERAILLEUR SHORT CAGE 11s

Notes & Caveats

  • Front speed mismatch: 105 HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE DUAL CONTROL LEVER 11s (2x) is not compatible with 105 REAR DERAILLEUR SHORT CAGE 11s (1x)
  • Front speed mismatch: 105 REAR DERAILLEUR SHORT CAGE 11s (1x) is not compatible with 105 HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE DUAL CONTROL LEVER 11s (2x)

Part A

Shimano 105 HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE DUAL CONTROL LEVER 11s

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Part B

Shimano 105 REAR DERAILLEUR SHORT CAGE 11s

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use Shimano 105 HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE DUAL CONTROL LEVER 11s with Shimano 105 REAR DERAILLEUR SHORT CAGE 11s?

No — Shimano 105 HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE DUAL CONTROL LEVER 11s and Shimano 105 REAR DERAILLEUR SHORT CAGE 11s are not compatible. Front speed mismatch: 105 HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE DUAL CONTROL LEVER 11s (2x) is not compatible with 105 REAR DERAILLEUR SHORT CAGE 11s (1x) Front speed mismatch: 105 REAR DERAILLEUR SHORT CAGE 11s (1x) is not compatible with 105 HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE DUAL CONTROL LEVER 11s (2x) Always confirm the exact specs before buying.

Do Shimano 105 HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE DUAL CONTROL LEVER 11s and Shimano 105 REAR DERAILLEUR SHORT CAGE 11s use the same number of speeds?

Yes, both are 11-speed components. Matching the speed count is the single most important drivetrain requirement — the cassette spacing and cable pull are designed around it.

Are Shimano 105 HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE DUAL CONTROL LEVER 11s and Shimano 105 REAR DERAILLEUR SHORT CAGE 11s the same shifting type?

Yes, both are mechanical (cable-actuated). The cable pull ratio must still match between brands and generations for precise shifting.

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