---
product_id: 1500856
title: "Universal Standard Brake Cable Set, For MTB or Road Bikes"
brand: "shimano"
price: "A$32"
currency: AUD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Shimano"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/1500856-universal-standard-brake-cable-set-for-mtb-or-road-bikes
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region: Australia
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# Extra-long 2200mm cable housing Stainless steel corrosion-resistant cables Universal fit for MTB & Road Universal Standard Brake Cable Set, For MTB or Road Bikes

**Brand:** shimano
**Price:** A$32
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚴‍♀️ Upgrade your ride with Shimano’s universal brake cable set—because smooth stops never go out of style.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Universal Standard Brake Cable Set, For MTB or Road Bikes by shimano
- **How much does it cost?** A$32 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/1500856-universal-standard-brake-cable-set-for-mtb-or-road-bikes)

## Best For

- shimano enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted shimano brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Complete Pro-Grade Kit:** Ferrules and cable tips included for a clean, professional finish and enhanced braking power.
- • **Generous Cable Lengths:** Includes two steel cables (1000mm & 2050mm) plus 2200mm housing—ready for any bike setup.
- • **Trusted Shimano Quality:** OEM-level reliability from the industry leader—because your brakes deserve the best.
- • **Premium Stainless Steel Wires:** Engineered for smooth, rust-free braking performance that lasts season after season.
- • **Seamless Universal Compatibility:** Fits both mountain and road bikes effortlessly—one kit, endless rides.

## Overview

The SHIMANO Universal Standard Brake Cable Set is a professional-grade replacement kit designed for both mountain and road bikes. Featuring corrosion-resistant stainless steel inner wires and a slick polymer-lined cable housing, it ensures smooth, reliable braking performance. The kit includes two steel cables of varying lengths, a 2200mm black cable housing, ferrules, and cable tips, providing everything needed for a precise, durable brake cable replacement. Trusted by cyclists worldwide, this set delivers OEM quality and long-lasting service life.

## Description

Shimano Universal Standard Brake Cable Set for Mountain bikes or Road bikes This is a complete SHIMANO brake cable set for front and rear brakes designed using stainless steel inner wires for increased service life. Cable housing is lined with slick polymer shield to assist with smooth cable movement. SET INCLUDES: 2 x Steel cables with Ø 1,6 mm (1 x 1000 mm long) & (1 x 2050 mm long) 1 x Black Cable Housing with Ø 5 mm (2200 mm long) 4 x Ferrule’s 2 x Cable Tips

Review: Perfect Replacement Brake Cable Kit - This is a perfect OEM replacement brake cable kit that has everything you need to replace the brake cables on your bicycle for a nice, refreshing change to overused and old brake cables. You won’t realize how good new cables perform over old cables until you install these and try them out. If you’re losing power in your brake levers, changing the cables is one of the best things you can do. Cables, over time, stretch and lose their stiffness and power, creating mushy-feeling brake levers. These Shimano cables are the OEM replacements for any Shimano brake kits (and will work with others). I used to work at a bike shop growing up and wouldn’t trust my brake cables with anyone other than Shimano, especially if your brake kit is a Shimano brake kit. Even with different brake kits, these cables work top-notch as they’re built with quality since Shimano has been producing bike parts for decades. The cables are setup perfectly. There is a cable housing piece that is way more than you’ll need to replace all of the brake cables housing on your bike. There are also cable housing ends to ensure the ends of the housing is stiff at the ends for better braking power. The kit includes two brake cables (one short and one long) for replacing both the front and rear brake cables. The kit also includes the cable ends you crimp on in order to keep the ends of your brake cables from fraying. Perfect kit for the cost.
Review: Great Set, Perfect for My Project - I'm rebuilding a vintage 1990's Cannondale mountain bike I've had since new. I replaced the Dia-Compe cantilever brakes with Shimano BR-T4000 V-Brakes. However, the original brake cable was cut a hair too short, and the end was fraying. The situation got worse as I tried to adjust everything the way I wanted. Fortunately, anticipating this exact scenario, I had already bought the SHIMANO Universal Standard Brake Cable Set as well. Installing a new cable for the rear brake was simple and easy. The kit comes with two generous lengths of stainless steel cable, a nice length of cable housing, four ferrules (didn't know that's what the housing ends were called) and two cable tips. It all worked perfectly, and I am thrilled to say the potential disaster was averted. Would absolutely, positively, buy again. In fact, I might get another set just to have around. With five bikes in the house, you never know when you might need it.

## Features

- Universal Set: Fits either mountain bikes or road bikes
- Stainless steel inner wires provide smooth movement and higher corrosion resistance
- 1 x Black Cable Housing with Ø 5 mm (2200 mm long)
- 2 x Steel cables with Ø 1,6 mm (1 x 1000 mm long) & (1 x 2050 mm long)
- 4 x Ferrule’s & 2 x Cable tips

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0050LUBZ8 |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #6,192 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #1 in Bike Brake Cables & Housing |
| Brand | SHIMANO |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (4,565) |
| Date First Available | May 13, 2011 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00689228603004 |
| Included Components | 1 Black Cable Housing, 2 Cable Tips, 2 Steel Cables, 4 Ferrule |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Length | 5050 Millimeters |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 1.6 ounces |
| Item model number | Y80098022 |
| Manufacturer | Shimano Cycling |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Nominal Wall Thickness | <2.5 millimeters |
| Outside Diameter | 5 Millimeters |
| Part Number | Y80098022 |
| Product Dimensions | 80.71"L x 0.2"W |
| Size | One Size |
| Style | Universal Standard Brake Cable Set, |
| UPC | 689228603004 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** SHIMANO
- **Color:** Black
- **Item Length:** 5050 Millimeters
- **Item Weight:** 0.1 Pounds
- **Manufacturer:** Shimano Cycling
- **Material:** Stainless Steel
- **Nominal Wall Thickness:** <2.5 millimeters
- **Outside Diameter:** 5 Millimeters
- **Product Dimensions:** 80.71"L x 0.2"W
- **UPC:** 689228603004

## Images

![Universal Standard Brake Cable Set, For MTB or Road Bikes - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71kHoxFuYWL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is this one cable or 2 cables? Will I be able to wire up both my left and right brakes or just one?**
A: This set consists of two "universal" cables and two cable housings.  By "universal", each cable has a separate lead "plug" at each end.  One of the plugs will fit brakes used on flat bars; the other will fit brakes used on drop bars.  After testing to see which one you need, cut off the other one.  You should be able to wire up both brakes.

**Q: Will it work for mechanical disc brakes?**
A: Yes. You cut them to length. They work great with my bb7's

**Q: How do I put the black rubber on the cable?**
A: Feed the cable through the black housing it will make sense once you see it

**Q: what  is the use of ferrules and end caps? and do i need to buy extra ones from Shimano from amazon?**
A: The new ferrules can replace the ones that should already be there on your bike.  The end caps are used to prevent the ends of the wires from fraying.  If you're just replacing these brake cables, no other extra parts are needed.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect Replacement Brake Cable Kit
*by N***4 on January 21, 2025*

This is a perfect OEM replacement brake cable kit that has everything you need to replace the brake cables on your bicycle for a nice, refreshing change to overused and old brake cables. You won’t realize how good new cables perform over old cables until you install these and try them out. If you’re losing power in your brake levers, changing the cables is one of the best things you can do. Cables, over time, stretch and lose their stiffness and power, creating mushy-feeling brake levers. These Shimano cables are the OEM replacements for any Shimano brake kits (and will work with others). I used to work at a bike shop growing up and wouldn’t trust my brake cables with anyone other than Shimano, especially if your brake kit is a Shimano brake kit. Even with different brake kits, these cables work top-notch as they’re built with quality since Shimano has been producing bike parts for decades. The cables are setup perfectly. There is a cable housing piece that is way more than you’ll need to replace all of the brake cables housing on your bike. There are also cable housing ends to ensure the ends of the housing is stiff at the ends for better braking power. The kit includes two brake cables (one short and one long) for replacing both the front and rear brake cables. The kit also includes the cable ends you crimp on in order to keep the ends of your brake cables from fraying. Perfect kit for the cost.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Set, Perfect for My Project
*by A***S on February 6, 2025*

I'm rebuilding a vintage 1990's Cannondale mountain bike I've had since new. I replaced the Dia-Compe cantilever brakes with Shimano BR-T4000 V-Brakes. However, the original brake cable was cut a hair too short, and the end was fraying. The situation got worse as I tried to adjust everything the way I wanted. Fortunately, anticipating this exact scenario, I had already bought the SHIMANO Universal Standard Brake Cable Set as well. Installing a new cable for the rear brake was simple and easy. The kit comes with two generous lengths of stainless steel cable, a nice length of cable housing, four ferrules (didn't know that's what the housing ends were called) and two cable tips. It all worked perfectly, and I am thrilled to say the potential disaster was averted. Would absolutely, positively, buy again. In fact, I might get another set just to have around. With five bikes in the house, you never know when you might need it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works
*by X***Y on January 31, 2026*

Good quality cables at a good price

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*Last updated: 2026-03-04*