Back in 2020, my uncle gifted me his 1999 USPS Trek 5500. The 9 speed Ultegra lever for the rear broke and the bike has been in storage since. It’s time to get back on a bike and enjoy this thing. Any recommendations for a good, but affordable route to replace the levers? I’m looking to keep it as cheap as possible, as this bike is not worth a whole lot, and I’m just looking for something that just works. It’s 3 speed/front, 9 speed/rear.
by thicc_thiccly_
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Shimano Ultegra 6500 is the 9 speed groupset from the late 1990s
Shimano 105 5500 is the equivalent 105 9 speed
If I am not wrong should work as I have a the 105 5500 shifters with an Ultegra 6500 rear derailleur.
I would first check eBay to see if people are selling them.
[Shimano Groupset Timeline Info](https://www.awholenother.com/2024/02/24/shimano-road-groupset-timeline.html)
Not guaranteeing this is perfect for you but here’s a 9 speed rear shifter for 105 for 45$ https://www.ebay.com/itm/226926007387