What Is It?
The Shimano CS-HG500-10 is a 10-speed Hyperglide cassette designed to deliver smooth, responsive gear changes and reliable drivetrain performance. Its 11–25T gearing provides closely spaced ratios, making it a practical choice for road cycling, fitness riding and flatter routes where maintaining a consistent pedalling cadence is important.
Key Features
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10-speed gearing: Designed for compatible Shimano 10-speed drivetrains.
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11–25T gear range: Offers close gear steps for maintaining a steady cadence.
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Hyperglide technology: Specially shaped sprocket teeth and shift ramps support fast, precise gear changes.
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Durable steel sprockets: Nickel-plated finish for dependable everyday performance.
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Lightweight sprocket carrier: Supports a practical balance of durability and weight.
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HG freehub compatibility: Fits compatible Shimano HG spline M freehub bodies.
Specifications
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Specification
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Details
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Brand
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Shimano
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Model
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CS-HG500-10
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Cassette type
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Hyperglide (HG)
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Drivetrain
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10-speed
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Gear range
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11–25T
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Sprocket combination
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11-12-13-14-15-17-19-21-23-25T
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Sprocket material
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Steel
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Sprocket finish
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Nickel-plated
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Lockring
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Steel, nickel-plated
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Compatible chains
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Shimano HG 10-speed / HG-X 10-speed
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Freehub type
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HG spline M
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Benefits
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Provides smooth, precise shifting between closely spaced gears.
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Helps riders maintain a consistent cadence on flat and rolling terrain.
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Offers reliable performance for regular road and fitness cycling.
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Delivers durable construction for everyday use.
Best Suited For
Road cyclists, fitness riders and commuters who want closely spaced gearing for flatter routes, consistent cadence and dependable shifting from a compatible 10-speed drivetrain.
