{"product_id":"shimano-cues-fc-u6000-1-crankset-170mm-9-10-11-speed-42t-asymmetric-110-bcd-hollowtech-ii-blk","title":"Shimano CUES FC-U6000-1 9\/10\/11-Speed 1x 42T 110 BCD Hollowtech II 170mm Black Crankset","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Shimano CUES FC-U6000-1 pairs \u003cstrong\u003e170mm arms with a 42T ring on a 110mm asymmetric BCD\u003c\/strong\u003e, a tall single ring for faster flat-road and gravel-path riding on a CUES 1x drivetrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt uses a Hollowtech II spindle that needs an outbound bottom bracket, which is sold separately. If you want a ring this large on the standard 170mm length, this is the one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRiders on 1x CUES drivetrains (9, 10, or 11-speed) who want a Hollowtech II upgrade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRiders who want a large 42T ring for speed on flatter routes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eE-bike and trekking riders: Shimano lists it as designed for e-bike use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsider a different crank if your frame needs an inboard or non-Hollowtech II bottom bracket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Look For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpindle interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shimano Hollowtech II with an outbound bottom bracket (BB-MT501 or BB-MT500-PA recommended, sold separately) for 68\/73mm shells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRing and BCD:\u003c\/strong\u003e 42T ring on a 110mm asymmetric BCD; replacement rings must match that BCD.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrank length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 170mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-piece aluminum arms.\u003c\/strong\u003e The 2-piece design gives more rigidity with less weight, according to Shimano, and the alloy arms are made for durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHollowtech II, outbound bearings.\u003c\/strong\u003e The spindle uses Shimano's Hollowtech II interface and \u003cstrong\u003erequires an outbound bottom bracket\u003c\/strong\u003e. It fits 68 and 73mm shells, and the BB is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e110 BCD ring with DCE+.\u003c\/strong\u003e The 42T ring bolts to a 110mm asymmetric BCD and uses Dynamic Chain Engagement+ tooth shaping for retention on rough terrain. LinkGlide and HG 11-speed chains are compatible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e170mm length.\u003c\/strong\u003e 170mm is a common stock length, and the 42T ring favors cruising speed over low-end climbing gears.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRider Intent Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiggest strengths:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hollowtech II stiffness, a tall 42T DCE+ ring, standard 170mm length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTradeoffs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Outbound BB sold separately; 42T is tough on steep climbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes it different:\u003c\/strong\u003e CUES 1x compatibility on a 110 BCD with a large ring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVictory's Take\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe'd fit this 170mm, 42T U6000-1 to riders whose routes are mostly flat; Victory Bicycle Studio can check gearing against your cassette first.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shimano CUES FC-U6000-1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9\/10\/11\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1x (single ring)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChainring:\u003c\/strong\u003e 42T\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBCD:\u003c\/strong\u003e 110mm Shimano asymmetric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrank length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 170mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpindle interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shimano Hollowtech II\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottom bracket type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Outbound (BB-MT501 or BB-MT500-PA recommended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBB shell:\u003c\/strong\u003e 68\/73mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArm material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminum, 2-piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChain compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shimano LinkGlide and HG 11-speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for e-bike:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePedal thread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9\/16\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottom bracket:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart number:\u003c\/strong\u003e EFCU60001CXB2X\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shimano","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53546134765875,"sku":"EFCU60001CXB2X","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0981\/3685\/0739\/files\/154a4f5488d0431db961a57209880d5c24cc1fe4.jpg?v=1782346841","url":"https:\/\/victorybicyclestudio.com\/products\/shimano-cues-fc-u6000-1-crankset-170mm-9-10-11-speed-42t-asymmetric-110-bcd-hollowtech-ii-blk","provider":"Victory Bicycle Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}