General Safety Information Operation Installation Assembling the bracket

and lever
WARNING Rear Front Lever A : Shifts from smaller to larger rear sprocket.
F Installation to the handlebar Installing the shifting cable 1. Put the cable hook in to the bearing member, and
Lever B : Shifts from larger to smaller rear sprocket.
F Install the outer stopper for set the return spring.
Obtain and read the service instructions carefully prior to Secure the assembly with the installation nut on the outside
Lever a : Shifts from smaller to larger chainring.
F Cable used Handle default the rear chainwheels with
installing the parts. Lever b : Shifts from larger to smaller chainring.
F of the bracket. Pull the bracket cover position
Inner cable (stainless steel) f 1.2 mm the handle in the default Set the end of the spring in
Loose, worn, or damaged parts may cause injury to the rider. back and use a 5 mm Allen Bracket cover
the hole in the bearing
position.
We strongly recommend only using genuine Shimano key to tighten the bolt. Cable hook
member. Note that the
replacement parts. spring has a right and left
Obtain and read the service instructions carefully prior to Lever F
B Lever F
b
SP40 sealed outer casing () side.
installing the parts. All levers return to the starting position when f 4 mm 2. Pass the inner cable through, and set the outer casing.
5 mm Allen key
If adjustments are not carried out correctly, the chain may Lever F
A Lever F
a released. Bearing
SP40 Return spring
SEALED
Be sure leave some excess in the outer casing, even if member
come off and this may cause you to fall off the bicycle which
cutting it to the full length of the handlebars.
could result in serious injury.
Read these Technical Service Instructions carefully, and keep SP40 outer casing () f 4 mm Hole
Installation nut
them in a safe place for later reference. Operation of rear derailleur lever SP40

Lever F
A : Shifts from smaller to larger rear sprocket. Lever FB : Shifts from larger to smaller rear sprocket.
Note A has a click stop at positions , , and .
Lever F Press lever F
B once to shift from a larger to one smaller Tightening torque: 2. Set the special installation tool for the return spring.
Operation of the levers related to gear shifting should be sprocket. 6 - 8 Nm {50 - 70 in. lbs.}
made only when the front chainwheel is turning.
Outer stopper
For smooth operation, always be sure to use the specified In the case of carbon handlebars, it may be necessary to Outer casing Return spring installation tool
outer casing and the bottom bracket cable guide. lower the tightening torque in order to prevent damage to (TL-ST02)
Grease the inner cable and the inside of the outer casing the handlebar. Please consult the bicycle or handlebar Inner cable
before use to ensure that they slide properly. manufacturer regarding the appropriate level of tightening
Because the high cable resistance of a frame with internal torque for carbon handlebars. Wire lead
cable routing would impair the SIS function, this type of frame
Lever F
B
should not be used. Click
The end of the outer casing which has the aluminum Lever F
A lever F
A
start position lever FB Installation of the brake cable Inserting the inner cable
cap should be at the derailleur side. 4-mm cap Click start position Insert the inner cable into the outer casing from the end
Cable used f 1.6 mm with the marking on it. Apply grease from the end with the Confirm
Click Inner cable (stainless steel) marking in order to maintain cable operating Make sure the outer
efficiency. casing is firmly seated 3. First insert the sensor cable into the bracket body,
Derailleur side E.x. : from 4th to 3rd f 5 mm in the outer stopper. and then assemble the bracket body and lever
: Shifts one sprocket SLR outer casing Marking body. Be careful that the end of the return spring
Aluminum cap Plastic cap or 4-mm cap E.x. : from 3rd to 4th Cutting the outer casing does not protrude from the hole in the bearing
When cutting the outer casing, cut the opposite end to the member at this time.
Be sure to leave some excess cable, even if cutting it to
The cycle computers shown in the table below are compatible. the full length of the handlebars. end with the marking. After cutting the outer casing, make Bracket
the end round so that the inside of the hole has a uniform
Meter unit SC-6500 / SC-6501 / SC-M500 diameter. Maintenance
Bracket sensor unit SM-6500*1/ SM-6500-RS / SM-6501 1. Tilt the lever in (as when shifting) to make it easier to
: Quick-shifts two sprockets pass the cable through the cable hook. Bracket and lever disassembly Lever
*1 Caution on operation
The bracket cover must be replaced. E.x. : from 3rd to 5th
Note: 1. Remove the sensor cap,
( ST-6510 ---> Replace with bracket cover for ST-6501.
ST-5500-CA ---> Replace with ST-5500-C. ) Lever FB will also move when lever F A is operated, but
be careful not to apply pressure to lever FB . Similarly
The front lever cannot be tilted to
the inside until lever F
b is pushed
Attach the same outer end cap to the cut end of the outer
casing.
and the use a 2 mm Allen
key to remove the lever
Sensor cap

be careful not to press lever FA when operating lever once or twice.

Read the service instructions for the cycle computer also. stud set screw on the Make sure the spring is properly positioned.
Parts are not guaranteed against natural wear or deterioration B . Gears will not shift when both levers are pressed
F Outer end cap bottom of the bracket.
resulting from normal use. : Quick-shifts three sprockets simultaneously.
For maximum performance we highly recommend Shimano E.x. : from 3rd to 6th
lubricants and maintenance products. Be sure to read these service instructions in conjunction with
For any questions regarding methods of installation, the service instructions for the RD-6500 / RD-6500-GS / Rear lever
adjustment, maintenance or operation, please contact a RD-5500 / RD-5501 / RD-5500-GS / RD-5501-GS before use. Pull Lever F
b
Lever stud set screw
2 mm Allen key
professional bicycle dealer. Push lever F B at least 8 times
to make sure the mechanism
Tilt is in top gear Lever F
B 4. Align the stud holes, and then press-fit
Operation of front derailleur levers Operation of front derailleur levers before installing. Operate at 2. Insert a 2.5 mm Allen key or similar tool into the lever the lever stud.
Technical Service Instructions SI-6C80D-001 (FD-6500 / FD-5500 / FD-5501) (FD-6503 / FD-5503 / FD-5504) 2. Pass the inner cable through.
least 8 times stud hole, and tap it gently with a plastic mallet to push
Lever stud
Lever F
a : Shifts from smaller to larger front chainring. Lever F
a : Shifts from smaller to larger front chainring. out the lever stud. When the lever stud comes out, the
Depress the brake lever, and then Cable hole bracket body and lever body can be disassembled.
ST-6510 Cable hook
pass the inner cable through the After this, pull the sensor cable out from the bracket
body.
cable hole.
ST-5500-CA Shimano Note:
Sensor
Lever stud set

ST-5510 Total Integration Inner cable

When removing screw

the sensor cable,

ST-R600 2
Inner cable
do not apply too
much force when Sensor cable The correct position is for
Lever F
a Lever F
a pulling the cable, the round hollow on the
lever Fa lever Fa lever stud to be aligned
start position start position
otherwise the
1 3. Fix the outer guide to the inner cable, and set the angled sensor may with the lever stud set
In order to realize the best performance, we recommend that If the cable hook does not align with the shifting cable
member in the bracket. become damaged. screw.
the following combination be used. If operation of lever F
a does not If operation of lever F
a dose not hole, press lever F
B again until it does, and then install
complete the chainring shift stroke, complete the chainring shift stroke, Note: Do not wipe the grease on the inner cable off. the cable. Use a tool to hold
Series ULTEGRA operate lever F a again for the operate lever F a again for the Also, be careful that the inner cable does not pick the sensor in place
distance (X') to complete that part of distance (X') to complete that part of up dust and foreign matter. and pull the cable Bracket 5. Remove the return
Shifting lever ST-6510 / ST-R600 the lever stroke (X) which was short. the lever stroke (X) which was short.
body
Cable hook
out carefully. spring installation tool
Outer casing SP40 Lever body with pliers.
Gears 18 27 Angled member of Inner cable
Full gear shift stroke Full gear shift stroke outer guide
Front derailleur FD-6500 FD-6503 Actual stroke Actual stroke Lever and bearing assembly
x x Make sure that the inner end is firmly seated in the
Front chainwheel FC-6500 FC-6503 Bracket
cable hook. disassembly
Bottom bracket BB-6500 x' x' Inner end 1. Remove the cable hook. Cable hook
Outer guide
Lever F
b : Shifts from largest chainring to intermediate Lever F
b : Shifts from largest chainring to intermediate Return spring
Rear derailleur RD-6500 RD-6500-GS (Parts sold separately)
installation tool
chainring. chainring. Cable hook
Freehub FH-6500
Cassette sprocket CS-6500
Chain CN-HG93 / CN-7701
Bottom bracket cable guide SM-SP17
Sensor Cap
6. Tighten the lever stud set
Lever F
b
4. Set the outer casing on the inner cable, and in the screw until it is even with the
Series SHIMANO 105 lever Fb Lever F
b
Front lever surface of the bracket.
start position bracket along the outer guide.
Shifting lever ST-5500-CA / ST-5510 / ST-R600
lever Fb
2. Disassemble using the special tool and Lastly, install the sensor cap.
start position Outer casing Push lever F b at least
When lever F b is operated, there is one click where trimming (the two - three times a 5 mm Allen key.
Outer casing SP40
noise prevention mechanism) engages, Make sure that the inner before installing.
Gears 18 27 Lever F
b
and a second stronger click when the end is firmly seated in the Operate at least 2 - 3 times
gear shift stroke is completed. After cable hook.
Front derailleur FD-5500 / FD-5501 FD-5503 / FD-5504 Lever F
b : Shifts from intermediate chainring to smallest Torque tightening during assembly:
Lever stud set screw
trimming, the next push will complete Cable guide
Front chainwheel FC-5501 / FC-5502 FC-5504 / FC-5505 the gear shift stroke. chainring. 8 - 10 Nm {70 - 85 in. lbs.}
Gear shift Cable hook Pull the brake lever
2 mm Allen key
Bottom bracket BB-5500 complete stroke (as when braking) to pass Shifting cable hole Tightening torque:
Outer holder 1 Nm {8 in. lbs.}
RD-5500 / RD-5500-GS / the inner cable through the
Rear derailleur shifting cable hole, and set
RD-5501 RD-5501-GS Trim operation Inner end
Click it in the outer casing. Special tool (TL-ST01)
Freehub FH-5500 / FH-5501 Click Gear shift
complete stroke 5 mm Allen key
Cassette sprocket CS-HG70-9
Trimming (noise prevention operation)
Replacing the bracket cover
Chain CN-HG73 3. Disassemble as shown.
If the chain is on the large front chainwheel and the Click Outer casing The tabs on the bracket cover each fit to a matching
Bottom bracket cable guide SM-SP17 Click 5. Bring the outer casing along the front of the handlebar slot on the bracket.
larger rear sprocket, the chain will rub in the front Inner cable
derailleur plate, producing a characteristic noise. When and cover it with the outer guide. Now cut the outer
guide to the length of the handlebar, and tape it Outer stopper
this happens, press lever F b lightly (to the point where
it clicks); this causes the front derailleur to temporarily in place. 1. Install the outer stopper to the down tube.
Outer guide
move slightly towards the smaller Direct mount seat (M5) R
chainwheel, thereby eliminating Caution on operation Outer stopper
the noise.
Lever Fb will also move when lever F a is operated, Installation bolt Do not disassemble any further as reassembly
Note the markings:
but be careful not to apply pressure to lever Fb. may not be possible. R : for right
One Holland, Irvine, California 92618, U.S.A. Phone: +1-949-951-5003 L : for left
Similarly be careful not to press lever F a when Tape Outer casing
operating lever Fb . Gears will not shift when both 3mm Allen key
Be sure to regrease.
Grease
Industrieweg 24, 8071 CT Nunspeet, The Netherlands Phone: +31-341-272222 Chain position Movement of the levers are pressed simultaneously.
front derailleur
Wipe a little rubbing alcohol
3-77 Oimatsu-cho, Sakai-ku, Sakai-shi, Osaka 590-8577, Japan Be sure to read these service instructions in conjunction with
inside the bracket cover to
These service instructions are printed on recycled paper. the service instructions for the FD-6500 / FD-6503 / Tightening torque:
Please note: specifications are subject to change for improvement without notice. (English)
FD-5500 / FD-5501 / FD-5503 / FD-5504 before use.
make installation easier.
Apr. 2007 by Shimano Inc. XBC SZK Printed in Japan. 6. Finally, wrap the handlebar with the finish tape. 1.5 - 2 Nm {13 - 18 in. lbs.}