


Hi everyone,
I’m restoring an early 1990s road bike with Shimano 105 components and have two questions:
1️⃣ Brake lever hoods
I’m looking for rubber hoods for old Shimano 105 brake levers (non-STI, early 90s). The original rubber is worn out or missing.
Does anyone know:
• The exact model of these levers
• Compatible replacement hoods
• Universal or cheap Chinese options that fit (AliExpress, Taobao, eBay)
2️⃣ Threaded headset
The bike has a threaded headset (most likely 1 inch), and I’m not sure which modern or budget headset will fit.
Questions:
• How to confirm if it’s 1″ or 1⅛″
• Any cheap but reliable options available from China / online (AliExpress, eBay) for an old road bike
Thanks a lot for any help! 🙏
by Substantial_News_968