JUST THE FACTS:
The BBInfinite BB86 DirectFit Shimano bottom bracket works with all Shimano HollowTech road cranksets on the market, from Tiagra to Dura Ace. Our Shimano HollowTech Bottom Bracket ships with the special press tools and retaining compounds you'll need. All you need is the press for this Shimano BB86 PF86 BB.
Why would I choose a 2-Piece bottom bracket system?
Our 2-Piece Bottom Bracket system is for any bike that cannot accommodate our 1-piece unit. What would cause this? Easy; any obstruction that cannot be removed that prevents our 1-piece module from passing from one side to the other in a straight line through the frame bottom bracket shell, which includes:
1) The presence of a hydraulic line that cannot be moved out of the way.
2) An immovable fixture, hump, frame feature, or cable guide.
3) Any wires that cannot be moved out of the way entirely.
Over 90% of the bikes out there can use a 1-Piece module. If you are unsure please email us with the year, make, and model of your frame, along with the crank set model and type, at info@bbinfinite.com, and we’ll get you sorted.