Hollowtech 2 BB lineup
For road bikes
Hollowtech 2 BBs for road bikes are available in three types of screw-in type and two types of press-fit type in the current model lineup.
The BB of DURA-ACE, the top grade for road bikes, is BB-R9100, and it uses small bearings. Although it is a top grade part, some user reviews complain about the reluctance of rotation and durability.
Manufacturer |
Shimano |
Standard |
Hollowtech 2 |
Brand |
DURA-ACE |
Weight |
65g |
BB Shell Width |
68mm、70mm |
Joining method |
Threaded |
The SM-BB72-41 is a press-fit BB for ULTEGRA/105 grade road bikes, but it cannot be used with threaded BB shells.
Manufacturer |
Shimano |
Standard |
Hollowtech 2 |
Brand |
ULTEGRA/105 |
Weight |
69g |
BB Shell Width |
86.5mm |
Joining method |
Press-fit |
The ULTEGRA 105 grade threaded BB for road bikes is the SM-BBR60, which is a popular and standard BB because of its high quality and only 8g difference in weight compared to the higher grade BB-R9100. adaptor (TL-FC25) is required because of the different diameter.
Manufacturer |
Shimano |
Standard |
Hollowtech 2 |
Brand |
ULTEGRA/105 |
Weight |
77g |
BB Shell Width |
68mm、70mm |
Joining method |
Threaded |
BB-RS500 is a TIAGRA grade screw-in BB for road bikes, which is often installed on 105 and TIAGRA grade complete bikes, and is an entry-level Hollowtech 2 BB. Slightly heavier than higher grade BBs.
Manufacturer |
Shimano |
Standard |
Hollowtech 2 |
Brand |
TIAGRA |
Weight |
92g |
BB Shell Width |
68mm、70mm |
Joining method |
Threaded |
BB-RS500B-PB, a GRX grade press-fit BB for gravel roads, slightly heavier than the higher grade SM-BB72-41, but more durable thanks to a new sealing structure.
Manufacturer |
Shimano |
Standard |
Hollowtech 2 |
Brand |
GRX |
Weight |
70.4g |
BB Shell Width |
86.5mm |
Joining method |
Press-fit |
For MTB
The Hollowtech 2 BB for MTB is available in three screw-in types in the current model lineup. There are no press-fit BBs.
The SM-BB93 is the top grade XTR screw-in BB for MTB, weighing only 73 grams and compatible with not only 73mm but also 68mm, so it can be installed on road bike frames.
Manufacturer |
Shimano |
Standard |
Hollowtech 2 |
Brand |
XTR |
Weight |
73g |
BB Shell Width |
68mm、73mm |
Joining method |
Threaded |
The gold-colored SAINT SM-BB80 threaded BB for MTB is slightly heavier at 95g, and is compatible not only with 73mm but also with 68mm and 83mm.
Manufacturer |
Shimano |
Standard |
Hollowtech 2 |
Brand |
SAINT |
Weight |
95g |
BB Shell Width |
68mm、73mm、83mm |
Joining method |
Threaded |
BB-MT800, DEORE XT's screw-in BB for MTB. 82g heavier than the top-of-the-line SM-BB93, but other than that, there is not much difference in specifications.
Manufacturer |
Shimano |
Standard |
Hollowtech 2 |
Brand |
DEORE XT |
Weight |
84g |
BB Shell Width |
68mm、73mm |
Joining method |
Threaded |
Threaded BB of DEORE XT for MTB, slightly heavier than the top-of-the-line SM-BB93 at 82g, but otherwise no significant difference in specs.
Manufacturer |
Shimano |
Standard |
Hollowtech 2 |
Brand |
DEORE XT |
Weight |
82g |
BB Shell Width |
68mm、73mm |
Joining method |
Threaded |
DEORE M610 series threaded BB。
Manufacturer |
Shimano |
Standard |
Hollowtech 2 |
Brand |
- |
Weight |
- |
BB Shell Width |
68mm、73mm |
Joining method |
Threaded |
Comparison of Shimano Hollowtech 2 and BB
Here is a comparison of the Shimano Hollowtech 2 BBs introduced so far in terms of grade, weight, system, and compatible shell width.
Threaded BB
In terms of weight, it does not make much difference which grade you choose, as it is light enough to be under the 70g range.
On the other hand, shell widths are available in a variety of widths, so there is a good chance that one of the models will fit your frame.
Press-fit BB
There are only two options for press-fit BBs in the current models, and both have almost identical specs. The GRX, which is a gravel component, is built for dirt, so you can choose the BB-RS500-PB for gravel or the SM-BB72-41 for road.
Points to consider when selecting the Shimano Hollowtech 2 BB
First, let’s narrow it down by “mounting standard.
Shimano Hollowtech 2 BBs are divided into two types: screw-in and press-fit. There are many screw-in BBs available, but there are only two press-fit BBs available from the current model lineup.
Next, you can narrow down your selection by the width of the BB shell. Shimano Hollowtech 2 BBs are available in five different widths: 68mm, 70mm, 73mm, 83mm, and 86.5mm, so choose the one that matches the width of your frame.
At this point, your choices will be quite limited.
Weight, Color, and Grade are the Final Deciding Factors
Once you’ve narrowed down your search by “mounting standard,” the last thing to consider is weight, color, and grade.
Most of the Shimano Hollowtech 2 BBs are lightweight models to begin with, so there is not much of a weight difference.
Also, Shimano Hollowtech 2 BBs are not available in many colors, so you can choose the color you want to match your frame.
Lastly, the grade of Shimano Hollowtech 2 BBs is generally said that there is not much difference in performance between the different grades.
Items mentioned in this article
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BB-R9100
Manufacturer |
Shimano |
Standard |
Hollowtech 2 |
Brand |
DURA-ACE |
Weight |
65g |
BB Shell Width |
68mm、70mm |
Joining method |
Threaded |
-
SM-BB72-41
Manufacturer |
Shimano |
Standard |
Hollowtech 2 |
Brand |
ULTEGRA/105 |
Weight |
69g |
BB Shell Width |
86.5mm |
Joining method |
Press-fit |
-
SM-BBR60
Manufacturer |
Shimano |
Standard |
Hollowtech 2 |
Brand |
ULTEGRA/105 |
Weight |
77g |
BB Shell Width |
68mm、70mm |
Joining method |
Threaded |
-
BB-RS500
Manufacturer |
Shimano |
Standard |
Hollowtech 2 |
Brand |
TIAGRA |
Weight |
92g |
BB Shell Width |
68mm、70mm |
Joining method |
Threaded |
-
BB-RS500-PB
Manufacturer |
Shimano |
Standard |
Hollowtech 2 |
Brand |
GRX |
Weight |
70.4g |
BB Shell Width |
86.5mm |
Joining method |
Press-fit |
-
SM-BB93
Manufacturer |
Shimano |
Standard |
Hollowtech 2 |
Brand |
XTR |
Weight |
73g |
BB Shell Width |
68mm、73mm |
Joining method |
Threaded |
-
SM-BB80
Manufacturer |
Shimano |
Standard |
Hollowtech 2 |
Brand |
SAINT |
Weight |
95g |
BB Shell Width |
68mm、73mm、83mm |
Joining method |
Threaded |
-
BB-MT801
Manufacturer |
Shimano |
Standard |
Hollowtech 2 |
Brand |
DEORE XT |
Weight |
84g |
BB Shell Width |
68mm、73mm |
Joining method |
Threaded |
-
BB-MT800
Manufacturer |
Shimano |
Standard |
Hollowtech 2 |
Brand |
DEORE XT |
Weight |
82g |
BB Shell Width |
68mm、73mm |
Joining method |
Threaded |
-
SM-BB52
Manufacturer |
Shimano |
Standard |
Hollowtech 2 |
Brand |
- |
Weight |
- |
BB Shell Width |
68mm、73mm |
Joining method |
Threaded |