Shimano 105 FH-R105 hub

Shimano 105 FH-R105 Uniglide rear hub – a classic choice for vintage road bike restorations

The Shimano 105 FH-R105 Uniglide rear hub is a highly sought-after component among vintage road bike enthusiasts, collectors, and restoration specialists. Part of Shimano's legendary 105 groupset, it combines durability, precision engineering, and reliable performance. Designed for Shimano Uniglide 6- and 7-speed freewheels, this rear hub is an excellent choice for road bikes from the 1980s and early 1990s.

Offered here new without original packaging, it is an ideal replacement for a worn hub or the perfect finishing touch for an authentic period-correct restoration.

Legendary Shimano quality

For decades, the Shimano 105 series has been recognized for delivering an outstanding balance of performance, reliability, and value. The FH-R105 rear hub features a lightweight yet durable aluminum body, providing excellent strength while keeping overall wheel weight low.

Like many classic Shimano hubs, it uses the brand's renowned cup-and-cone bearing system, offering exceptionally smooth rolling performance and long service life when properly maintained. Whether you're restoring a vintage racing bicycle or building a classic wheelset, this hub remains a dependable and authentic choice.

Designed for Shimano Uniglide freewheels

The Shimano FH-R105 is compatible with Shimano Uniglide 6- and 7-speed freewheels, making it the perfect component for restoring bicycles equipped with Shimano's pre-Hyperglide drivetrain technology.

The included freewheel shows only minor signs of surface oxidation, which are purely cosmetic and commonly found on vintage components that have been stored for many years. These slight marks do not affect the hub's functionality or performance.

Perfect for vintage road bike restorations

With its 126 mm over-locknut dimension (OLD), this rear hub is specifically designed for classic road bike frames manufactured before the industry standard moved to 130 mm spacing.

It is suitable for many iconic bicycles from brands such as Peugeot, Motobécane, Gitane, Mercier, Raleigh, Bianchi, Colnago, and numerous other road bikes from the 1980s.

Its lightweight aluminum construction helps reduce rotational weight while maintaining excellent durability. Weighing only 406 grams, including the quick-release skewer, it remains an impressively light rear hub for a 6- or 7-speed drivetrain.

Technical specifications

The Shimano 105 FH-R105 rear hub features the following specifications:

• Model: Shimano 105 FH-R105

• Type: rear hub

• Compatible with Shimano Uniglide 6- and 7-speed freewheels

• 36 spoke holes

• Aluminum construction

• Over-locknut dimension (OLD): 126 mm

• Flange outside diameter: 54 mm

• Spoke hole circle diameter (PCD): 44.5 mm

• Distance between flanges: 54 mm

• Weight: 406 grams

• Supplied with original quick-release skewer

• Condition: New without original packaging

• Freewheel displays minor cosmetic oxidation from long-term storage

Strong and reliable wheel building

With its 36-hole drilling, the Shimano FH-R105 is ideal for building durable and dependable wheels. This spoke count is especially popular for classic road bikes, touring bicycles, and riders who value long-term reliability over ultra-lightweight racing components.

The 54 mm flange diameter and 44.5 mm spoke hole circle diameter provide an excellent geometry for building strong and well-balanced wheels. Combined with the 54 mm flange spacing, the hub offers impressive lateral stiffness and dependable wheel stability.

An excellent choice for collectors and enthusiasts

Finding a new Shimano 105 FH-R105 rear hub today has become increasingly difficult. Most examples currently available on the second-hand market show years of wear, heavily used bearings, or damaged freewheel threads.

This example stands out thanks to its new old stock (NOS) condition without original packaging, making it particularly attractive for collectors and restoration enthusiasts seeking authentic Shimano components.

Although the freewheel exhibits minor surface oxidation, this is simply the result of long-term storage and remains cosmetic only.

Why choose the Shimano 105 FH-R105?

This classic rear hub offers numerous advantages:

• Genuine Shimano 105 component

• Lightweight and durable aluminum construction

• Compatible with Shimano Uniglide 6- and 7-speed freewheels

• Correct 126 mm spacing for vintage road bike frames

• 36-hole drilling for strong and reliable wheel builds

• Includes original quick-release skewer

• New old stock condition without original packaging

• Rare and increasingly difficult to find

Conclusion

The Shimano 105 FH-R105 Uniglide rear hub is an outstanding component for anyone restoring or maintaining a vintage road bicycle equipped with a Shimano Uniglide drivetrain. Its lightweight aluminum construction, authentic 126 mm spacing, compatibility with 6- and 7-speed freewheels, and legendary Shimano engineering make it a reliable and desirable choice for classic bicycle enthusiasts.

Offered new without original packaging and supplied with its original quick-release skewer, this hub represents an excellent opportunity to complete a high-quality restoration or secure a genuine Shimano replacement part that has become increasingly rare. Aside from the freewheel's slight cosmetic oxidation caused by long-term storage, this hub retains all the qualities that made the Shimano 105 series famous: smooth operation, durability, precision, and lasting performance. It is an ideal choice for collectors, restorers, and cyclists looking to preserve the authenticity and riding experience of a classic 1980s road bike.