{"product_id":"shimano-cues-fc-u6000-1-crankset-175mm-9-10-11-speed-32t-asymmetric-96-bcd-hollowtech-ii-blk","title":"Shimano CUES FC-U6000-1 9\/10\/11-Speed 1x 32T 96 BCD Hollowtech II 175mm Black Crankset","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere's the CUES FC-U6000-1 set up for climbing: \u003cstrong\u003e175mm arms with a small 32T ring on a 96mm asymmetric BCD\u003c\/strong\u003e. It's the low-gear option in the range, aimed at trail and loaded riding where an easy gear matters more than top speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNote the BCD: unlike the 40T and 42T versions, this one uses a \u003cstrong\u003e96mm BCD\u003c\/strong\u003e, so future rings must match it. The Hollowtech II spindle needs an outbound bottom bracket, sold separately.\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 an easy 32T ring for steep climbs or loaded touring\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 32T ring on a 96mm asymmetric BCD; replacement rings must match that BCD.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrank length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 175mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlloy, two-piece construction.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shimano uses a 2-piece layout to add rigidity while keeping weight down, with aluminum arms built to last.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutbound Hollowtech II spindle.\u003c\/strong\u003e This crank needs an \u003cstrong\u003eoutbound Hollowtech II bottom bracket\u003c\/strong\u003e for a 68 or 73mm shell; Shimano recommends BB-MT501 or BB-MT500-PA. No BB comes with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDCE+ chainring on 96mm BCD.\u003c\/strong\u003e The included 32T ring mounts to a 96mm asymmetric BCD, and its Dynamic Chain Engagement+ teeth help keep the chain on over bumps. Use LinkGlide or HG 11-speed chains.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e175mm with a 32T ring.\u003c\/strong\u003e The longer arm gives taller riders more leverage, and the small ring makes steep grades easier to spin.\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 Easy climbing gearing, Hollowtech II stiffness, 175mm leverage for taller riders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTradeoffs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower top speed; 96 BCD limits ring choices to that standard; BB sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes it different:\u003c\/strong\u003e The only 96 BCD version among these U6000-1 listings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVictory's Take\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe like the 32T U6000-1 for riders who climb a lot or carry loads; Victory Bicycle Studio can confirm 175mm suits your fit.\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 32T\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBCD:\u003c\/strong\u003e 96mm Shimano asymmetric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrank length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 175mm\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 EFCU60001EXA2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shimano","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53551488139571,"sku":"EFCU60001EXA2","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0981\/3685\/0739\/files\/89596522baa4807658175d1d40f4cdccf0c9244d.jpg?v=1782424197","url":"https:\/\/victorybicyclestudio.com\/products\/shimano-cues-fc-u6000-1-crankset-175mm-9-10-11-speed-32t-asymmetric-96-bcd-hollowtech-ii-blk","provider":"Victory Bicycle Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}