Front Derailleur Doesn't Shift Up?

Posted on Mon 2nd, December 2013

• #1

Harry93

Basically the front derailleur on my road bike isn't shifting up however it is shifting down. Will the cable need replacing or is it just a case that a bit of adjustment is needed? I've had a quick fiddle with it but to no result. All replies much appreciated.

P.S. It's Shimano.

Thanks,
Harry
• #2

Regal

The cable is probably just stretched and needs tightening. Turn the barrel adjuster anti-clockwise half a turn or so and see if that helps. If it doesn't, tighten it more. If it still doesn't, then it may have slipped at the mech cable clamp. Release the cable, reset the barrel adjusters, and then re-attach and re-adjust the cable.
• #3

Harry93

Okay thanks for the reply I'll try and get it sorted when I get back :)
• #4

Harry93

Got it all sorted now! Turns out the inner cable was knackered, thanks for your help :)
• #5

Regal

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