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product_id: 3100438
title: "Shimano HG51 8-Speed Cassette"
brand: "shimano"
price: "AED 153"
currency: AED
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reviews_count: 13
category: "Shimano"
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# lightweight drilled sprockets 8-speed precision gearing corrosion-resistant chrome plating Shimano HG51 8-Speed Cassette

**Brand:** shimano
**Price:** AED 153
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚙️ Elevate your ride with precision and power — don’t get left behind!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Shimano HG51 8-Speed Cassette by shimano
- **How much does it cost?** AED 153 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ae](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/3100438-shimano-hg51-8-speed-cassette)

## 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

- • **Versatile Gear Range:** 11-32T sprockets balance speed and torque for climbing or cruising.
- • **Durability Meets Style:** Nickel-plated finish resists corrosion and keeps your drivetrain looking sharp.
- • **Effortless Installation:** Fits perfectly on standard hubs—upgrade your ride in under 10 minutes.
- • **Seamless 8-Speed Shifting:** Hyperglide tech ensures buttery smooth gear transitions for every ride.
- • **Optimized Weight & Strength:** Drilled sprockets cut weight without sacrificing rigidity or performance.

## Overview

The Shimano HG51 8-Speed Cassette is a high-quality, corrosion-resistant drivetrain upgrade featuring Hyperglide technology for smooth shifting, lightweight drilled sprockets for enhanced efficiency, and a versatile 11-32 tooth gear range. Designed for durability and easy installation, it’s ideal for commuters, mountain bikers, and touring cyclists seeking reliable performance and longevity.

## Description

Upgrade your bike's drivetrain with the Alivio CS-HG51 Cassette - the perfect 8-speed component designed for reliability, durability, and smooth shifting performance. Whether you're commuting, touring, or tackling scenic rides, this versatile cassette offers a seamless gear transition and enhanced performance to elevate your cycling experience. Materials & Engineering: Constructed with , chrome-plated steel gears, the Alivio CS-HG51 ensures exceptional resistance to corrosion and wear, prolonging the lifespan of your drivetrain components. The drilled cogs reduce weight without compromising strength, optimizing overall cycling efficiency. Performance & Technology: Featuring 's renowned Hyperglide technology, this cassette delivers precise and reliable shifting across all gears, even under load. The smooth gear transitions facilitate a more controlled ride, whether climbing hills or accelerating on flat terrain. Compatible with HG and IG chains, it integrates seamlessly with a wide range of drivetrain setups. Components & Compatibility: Designed with an 8-speed configuration and a gear range from 11 to 32 teeth, the cassette provides a versatile gear spread suitable for various riding styles and terrains. The 11-13-15-18-21-24-28-32 tooth cogs ensure optimal gear ratios for balancing speed and torque. Style & Use Case: With its sleek silver finish, the Alivio CS-HG51 not only enhances your bike's aesthetic appeal but also offers practicality for everyday riders, trail explorers, and adventure cyclists seeking a dependable, easy-to-maintain component. It's an excellent upgrade for mountain bikes, hybrid bikes, and touring bicycles. Innovative Features: - Corrosion-resistant chrome-plated steel gears for long-lasting durability - Drilled cogs to reduce weight and improve rotational efficiency - Hyperglide technology for smooth, effortless shifting - Compatible with HG and IG chains for versatile setup options

Review: Shimano HG51 8-Speed Cassette (11-32T) (Purchased From "UBXbikes") Review - Quick Notes: - Great quality cassette that’s light in weight.(I didn’t put it on a scale but just holding it I could tell it weighs less than 1lb.) - Easy to install you just need a chain whip or an old chain and some gloves (is what I use) and a Shimano freewheel remover to take off your old cassette and just the freewheel tool to install the new cassette. - Can take a lot of force being applied to it without any chain slippage. - Up shifting (high toothed gears) is as smooth as butter and has the smoothest down shifting (lower toothed gears) that I’ve experienced out of any cassette I’ve used. - Becomes super shinny again when cleaned with simple degreaser. - I would recommend this cassette to anyone looking to replace or just upgrade their current cassette. Full Review: I’ve used this cassette every day for 3 weeks now and have put a few hundred miles on if so far and I’m very pleased with its performance. I installed this cassette in less than ten minutes including setup. To replace a cassette you will need a chain whip and a Shimano Freewheel remover. It’s worth noting that if your cheap like I am you can just use an old chain and hold it with some gloves to prevent the old cassette from moving when removing it. The chain isn’t needed when installing the new cassette just the freewheel tool. If you are unsure of how to change a cassette look it up on YouTube or take it to your local bike shop or if I get 5+ comments asking about installation I’ll make a video of how to replace a cassette but there already tones on YouTube if you are unsure of what you are doing. Now about the performance of the cassette up shifting on this cassette is like most others its butter smooth but much to my surprise this cassette dramatically improved the ease of my down shifts it almost never slams into any gear the only gear slam I notice is going from 28T down to 24T and I assume the 32T to 28T is probably the same but I’ve haven’t had to go into 32T yet in a real world ride. Every other down shift though is very smooth it is important to note that in order to get smooth shifts it’s not just the cassette that matters but your derailleur and shifters as well. My personal set up is a Shimano Acera M360 derailleur and Shimano Acera SL-M310 Shifters. The next cassette I order though will probably be a 11-30T simply because I’ve climbed some pretty steep hills any only ever felt the need to go to 28T but if you are new to mountain biking you will probably want to get a 11-32 just to make sure you can climb any hill. You can also really crank out the power on this cassette and not have to worry about chain slippage, which is great if you like doing burst power workout rides like me or if you are on the heavier side and looking for a quality cassette to go with a bike that you can use for some basic exercise. But the best part of this Cassette is by far its durability with scratch resistance. When you clean your bike after a long off road venture that gets everything covered in mud just spray some degreaser on your cassette and spray it off with a hose and it will look brand new again. I have no problem recommending this cassette so anyone its fairly inexpensive and the performance is miles ahead of any of the cheaper cassettes that really makes this cassette worth spending the extra 10 bucks on. --*If you have any questions please leave a comment and I will try and respond as soon as I can, but I have a job and things to do so please don't expect a response immediately.*
Review: Shimano CS-HG51 8-Speed Cassette - Perfect Fit and Easy Installation The Shimano Alivio CS-HG51 8-speed cassette was a direct replacement for my old Shimano Altus CS-HG31. It fitted perfectly on my existing hub with no compatibility issues, and I installed it myself without any problems After installation, shifting feels crisp and smooth thanks to Shimano’s HyperGlide technology. I primarily ride in the higher gears (smaller cogs), and yesterday I put it through a tough test with a 61-mile ride—no skipping, no noise, and flawless performance throughout. In my opinion, it passed with flying colors! I commute 18 miles daily on my bike, mostly using the higher speeds, which puts a lot of wear on the smaller sprockets. My previous CS-HG31 cassette wore out quickly—after just a few months, the chain started skipping on the overused cogs. The HG51 is from Shimano’s higher-tier Alivio group (with chrome plating for better corrosion resistance compared to the Altus’s zinc phosphate finish), so I’m optimistic it will last significantly longer under the same riding conditions. Overall, this seems like a worthwhile upgrade for daily riders looking for reliability and longevity. I’ll update if needed after more miles, but so far, highly recommended!

## Features

- High quality 8-speed cassette
- Hyper glide sprockets have a computer designed tooth configuration with contoured shift gates
- Close ratio gearing allows a more efficient use of energy through finer cadence control
- Sprockets are cut away to further reduce weight without reducing rigidity
- Nickel-plated finish offers hard wearing resistance to corrosion

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B005OCL43Q |
| Best Sellers Rank | #32,599 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #7 in Bike Cassettes & Freewheels |
| Brand | SHIMANO |
| Brand Name | SHIMANO |
| Case Material Type | Alloy Steel |
| Color | Silver |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,430 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00689228675735 |
| Included Components | Cassettes |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 10"L x 7"W x 3"H |
| Item Type Name | Cassette |
| Item Weight | 0.3 Kilograms |
| League | Shimano |
| League Name | Shimano |
| Manufacturer | Shimano |
| Manufacturer Part Number | CSHG518132 |
| Material | Multi |
| Material Type | Multi |
| Model Number | ECSHG518132 |
| Mount Type | Braze-On Mount |
| Mounting Type | Braze-On Mount |
| Number of Teeth | 22 |
| UPC | 689228675735 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | Limited Warranty |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** SHIMANO
- **Color:** Silver
- **Item Weight:** 0.3 Kilograms
- **League:** Shimano
- **Material:** Multi

## Images

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## Available Options

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Shimano HG51 8-Speed Cassette (11-32T) (Purchased From "UBXbikes") Review
*by F***. on August 3, 2016*

Quick Notes: - Great quality cassette that’s light in weight.(I didn’t put it on a scale but just holding it I could tell it weighs less than 1lb.) - Easy to install you just need a chain whip or an old chain and some gloves (is what I use) and a Shimano freewheel remover to take off your old cassette and just the freewheel tool to install the new cassette. - Can take a lot of force being applied to it without any chain slippage. - Up shifting (high toothed gears) is as smooth as butter and has the smoothest down shifting (lower toothed gears) that I’ve experienced out of any cassette I’ve used. - Becomes super shinny again when cleaned with simple degreaser. - I would recommend this cassette to anyone looking to replace or just upgrade their current cassette. Full Review: I’ve used this cassette every day for 3 weeks now and have put a few hundred miles on if so far and I’m very pleased with its performance. I installed this cassette in less than ten minutes including setup. To replace a cassette you will need a chain whip and a Shimano Freewheel remover. It’s worth noting that if your cheap like I am you can just use an old chain and hold it with some gloves to prevent the old cassette from moving when removing it. The chain isn’t needed when installing the new cassette just the freewheel tool. If you are unsure of how to change a cassette look it up on YouTube or take it to your local bike shop or if I get 5+ comments asking about installation I’ll make a video of how to replace a cassette but there already tones on YouTube if you are unsure of what you are doing. Now about the performance of the cassette up shifting on this cassette is like most others its butter smooth but much to my surprise this cassette dramatically improved the ease of my down shifts it almost never slams into any gear the only gear slam I notice is going from 28T down to 24T and I assume the 32T to 28T is probably the same but I’ve haven’t had to go into 32T yet in a real world ride. Every other down shift though is very smooth it is important to note that in order to get smooth shifts it’s not just the cassette that matters but your derailleur and shifters as well. My personal set up is a Shimano Acera M360 derailleur and Shimano Acera SL-M310 Shifters. The next cassette I order though will probably be a 11-30T simply because I’ve climbed some pretty steep hills any only ever felt the need to go to 28T but if you are new to mountain biking you will probably want to get a 11-32 just to make sure you can climb any hill. You can also really crank out the power on this cassette and not have to worry about chain slippage, which is great if you like doing burst power workout rides like me or if you are on the heavier side and looking for a quality cassette to go with a bike that you can use for some basic exercise. But the best part of this Cassette is by far its durability with scratch resistance. When you clean your bike after a long off road venture that gets everything covered in mud just spray some degreaser on your cassette and spray it off with a hose and it will look brand new again. I have no problem recommending this cassette so anyone its fairly inexpensive and the performance is miles ahead of any of the cheaper cassettes that really makes this cassette worth spending the extra 10 bucks on. --*If you have any questions please leave a comment and I will try and respond as soon as I can, but I have a job and things to do so please don't expect a response immediately.*

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Shimano CS-HG51 8-Speed Cassette
*by O***G on January 1, 2026*

Perfect Fit and Easy Installation The Shimano Alivio CS-HG51 8-speed cassette was a direct replacement for my old Shimano Altus CS-HG31. It fitted perfectly on my existing hub with no compatibility issues, and I installed it myself without any problems After installation, shifting feels crisp and smooth thanks to Shimano’s HyperGlide technology. I primarily ride in the higher gears (smaller cogs), and yesterday I put it through a tough test with a 61-mile ride—no skipping, no noise, and flawless performance throughout. In my opinion, it passed with flying colors! I commute 18 miles daily on my bike, mostly using the higher speeds, which puts a lot of wear on the smaller sprockets. My previous CS-HG31 cassette wore out quickly—after just a few months, the chain started skipping on the overused cogs. The HG51 is from Shimano’s higher-tier Alivio group (with chrome plating for better corrosion resistance compared to the Altus’s zinc phosphate finish), so I’m optimistic it will last significantly longer under the same riding conditions. Overall, this seems like a worthwhile upgrade for daily riders looking for reliability and longevity. I’ll update if needed after more miles, but so far, highly recommended!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect Upgrade For Me... Just What I Wanted.
*by S***C on July 7, 2025*

I've got a 2003 GT Palomar I've been on a journey with during it's resurrection. You can find my reviews and learn more about the journey and parts I've bought through my reviews. Please know this is an old school bike with front and rear derailleurs and is 21 speed. I thought I finally had the GT where I wanted it, but decided I wanted a lower 1st gear ratio for trail riding. I built this GT for both road and trail riding with a 22-32-42 Shimano Crank Set and an 11-28 7 speed Shimano HG cassette. Which gave me a 1:1 first gear ratio. When I found out my rear derailleur could handle an 8 speed cassette, I bought this 11-32 to drop first gear below 1:1. I also bought a Shimano 8 speed Revo Shift to match the front derailleur, as they had been performing perfectly for me in the bikes current configuration. I installed this cassette and Revo Shift, then dialed it in. They work just as smooth as the 7 speed cassette and shifter I removed installed. Now, I still have my 42-11 high road gear ratio as well as my 22-34 Trail gear ratio and 24 speeds to choose from.

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