Shimano Square Taper Bottom Bracket

The Shimano Square Taper Bottom Bracket is a good quality bottom bracket for traditional chainsets

Super-accurate bearings for smooth operation and improved durability Durable, hard-wearing sealed cartridge bottom bracket with square tapered spindle fitting Lightweight hollow spindle

Maintenance-free sealed cartridge bearing assembly keeps out dirt, mud and water for long bearing life

Fast and easy installation without adjustment Narrow body allows clearance for cable routing under the bottom bracket

Shell Type: BSA (English) 
Spline Type: Shimano
Axle Type: Square Taper JIS
Axle Width: 107mm, 110mm, 115mm, 118mm, 122.5mm, 127mm (Select via Menu)
Weight: 250g

 

Installation

You will require the following tools to install this product on your frame

•  Shimano Bottom Bracket Tool

• Anti-Seize Compound - Weldtite TF2 Lithium Grease or Park Tools ASC-1 - Anti-Seize Compound

• Lubricant - Weldtite TF2 Teflon Grease or Park Tools HPG-1 - High Performance Grease

Here is a video from the Global Cycling Network showing the process of installing a Square Taper Bottom Bracket and Chainset on a Track Frame, please note the video shows a Campagnolo Chainset as an example however the process is the same for all Square Taper Bottom Brackets and Chainsets. The video also shows a “dry-fit” with no grease or lubrication, you would obviously need to grease and lubricate all parts.