Shimano CS-HG50-8 8-Speed Cassette

$42.00 NZD

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The Shimano CS-HG50-8 Cassette is a dependable 8-speed drivetrain replacement that restores smooth Hyperglide shifting, improves gear range and offers excellent value for road, commuter, touring and fitness bikes used across Brisbane, Queensland and Australian riding conditions.

CS-HG50-8 Features

Shimano Hyperglide tooth profiles for fast, smooth and reliable 8-speed shifting
Wide gearing options from close-ratio road use to easier climbing setups
Durable steel sprockets designed for everyday riding and long service life
Compatible with Shimano HG 8, 7 and 6-speed chains
Great-value cassette replacement for worn, noisy or skipping drivetrains

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SKU: CS-HG50-8-1130T
Barcode: 689228103481

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Technical Specifications

Product Name: Shimano CS-HG50-8 Cassette
Product Type: 8-speed cassette
Series: Shimano non-series / Claris-style 8-speed cassette family
Cassette Type: HG / Hyperglide
Rear Speeds: 8-speed
Compatible Chain: Shimano HG 8, 7 and 6-speed chains
Freehub Compatibility: Shimano HG-style cassette freehub bodies
Sprocket Material: Steel
Finish: Shimano series colour / nickel-style finish depending on supply
Recommended Use: Road cycling, commuting, touring, fitness riding, hybrid bikes, indoor trainer bikes and general drivetrain servicing
Best Bike Type: 8-speed road bikes, flat-bar road bikes, commuter bikes, hybrid bikes, touring bikes, fitness bikes and older Shimano-equipped bikes
Main Upgrade Purpose: Cassette replacement, smoother shifting, worn drivetrain repair, climbing gear upgrade and bike service refresh

Shimano Hyperglide Shifting

The CS-HG50-8 uses Shimano’s Hyperglide cassette design, with specially shaped shift ramps and tooth profiles that guide the chain smoothly between sprockets. This helps improve shifting speed, chain control and overall drivetrain feel.

Durable Steel Sprockets

The cassette uses steel sprockets for reliable wear life and everyday durability. This makes it a smart choice for riders who want dependable performance rather than ultra-lightweight race parts.

Wide Gear Range Options

Shimano offers the CS-HG50-8 in close-ratio and wide-range combinations, so riders can tune their bike for flat roads, hills, commuting, touring, trainer use or general fitness riding.

HG Chain Compatibility

The cassette is designed to work with Shimano HG 8, 7 and 6-speed chains, helping older bikes remain easy to service with widely available replacement parts.

Practical Replacement for Older Bikes

Many 8-speed bikes still have plenty of life left in them. Replacing a worn cassette with a fresh CS-HG50-8 can remove skipping, improve shifting and make an older road, hybrid or commuter bike feel much smoother.

Great Service Value

The CS-HG50-8 is not designed as a boutique lightweight cassette. Its strength is value, availability, reliability and compatibility, making it ideal for regular workshop servicing and practical bike maintenance.

Cassette Fitment

Speed: 8-speed
Freehub Type: Shimano HG-style cassette freehub
Chain Type: Shimano-compatible HG 8-speed chain
Installation Tool: Shimano-compatible cassette lockring tool
Recommended Setup: Correct chain length, compatible rear derailleur and indexing adjustment after fitting

Fit Checklist Before Purchase

Before ordering, confirm:

Your bike uses an 8-speed drivetrain
Your rear wheel uses a Shimano HG-compatible cassette freehub
Your rear derailleur can handle the selected largest sprocket
Your chain is compatible and not excessively worn
Your derailleur hanger is straight
Your shifter and derailleur are compatible with the cassette range
Your chain length is suitable if moving to a larger cassette

The Shimano CS-HG50-8 is best suited to riders who want a durable, affordable and smooth-shifting cassette for 8-speed road, commuter, hybrid, touring or fitness bikes.

Product Care

Clean the cassette regularly with bike-safe drivetrain cleaner.
Avoid spraying strong degreaser directly toward hub bearings or freehub seals.
Re-lubricate the chain after cleaning.
Replace the chain before it becomes excessively worn to extend cassette life.
Inspect cassette teeth for hooking, shark-fin wear, skipping or rough shifting.
Replace cassette and chain together if both are heavily worn.
Use the correct cassette lockring tool and torque during installation.
Check rear derailleur indexing after fitting a new cassette.
Keep the cassette clean after wet rides, dusty roads or indoor trainer sessions.
Have drivetrain noise diagnosed early to prevent extra chain, cassette and chainring wear.

Warranty Information

Warranty coverage is subject to Shimano or retailer terms and conditions.
Warranty generally applies to manufacturing defects in materials or workmanship.
Normal wear, poor lubrication, corrosion, incorrect installation, crash damage, drivetrain incompatibility and misuse are generally not covered.
Cassette lifespan depends on chain maintenance, weather exposure, rider power, terrain, lubrication habits and cleaning frequency.
Professional installation is recommended for correct fitment, lockring torque, chain sizing and derailleur adjustment.

Product SKU

11-30T: CS-HG50-8-1130T
11-32T: CS-HG50-8-1130T
12-25T: CS-HG50-8-1130T
13-26T: CS-HG50-8-1130T

Barcode (GTIN/EAN)

11-30T: 689228103481
11-32T: 689228103481
12-25T: 689228103481
13-26T: 689228103481

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