Cassette Tools

In a cassette system, the ratchet mechanism that the sprockets fit onto is a part of the hub. So a cassette is the sprockets without the freewheel mechanism. This page lists the tools you'll need to fit and remove your cassette.

If you're not sure whether you have a cassette or a freewheel, spin the sprockets back. If the removal splines in the middle turn with the sprockets, you have a cassette. If the splines stay still while the sprockets turn you have a freewheel.

Bike Hand Cassette Tool
 
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22603
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SPECIAL - 30% DISCOUNT

Not the same quality as Shimano, nor the same price. For occasional use, this should be fine.

 

Weight: 68g.

Cyclus Cassette Tool for Campagnolo
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00049
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Quality Cyclo tool for removing Campagnolo cassettes.

This tool looks very much like the Shimano cassette tool but is slightly different: use the correct one, or you'll do damage!

Shipping Weight: 45g.

Pro Cassette Remover Set
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22610
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TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE
The Pro Cassette Tool & Chain Whip are a good quality tool at a good price.
Shipping Weight: 487g.

Shimano Cassette Tool TL-LR15
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22604
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tl-lr15
Cassette lockring tool with guide to fit into quick release axle. Very easy to use. Workshop quality.
Requires shifter or 24mm or 15/16" spanner to turn, plus chain whip. Weight: 60g.