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[Closed] Can you use 9 speed road shifters with 8 speed road mech?

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My mate has a Triban 3 roadbike but hates the shifters.
He's looking at some Sora 9 speed shifter/brake units on ebay - not sure if they'll work with his 8 speed rear mech - all Shimano FWIW. Anyone have a definitive yes or no? Cheers

 
Posted : 30/06/2016 7:42 pm
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Yes

 
Posted : 30/06/2016 7:43 pm
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Yep, no probs.

 
Posted : 30/06/2016 7:43 pm
 Sam
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They'll work with the mech, but he'll need a 9 speed chain and cassette.

 
Posted : 30/06/2016 10:09 pm

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