What is the Shimano ST-EF500 brake/shift lever set?

The ST-EF500 is Shimano's EZ-Fire Plus integrated brake and shift lever set for flat-bar bikes. This 2x8-speed version suits commuters, fitness bikes, hybrid bikes, and recreational MTBs running an 8-speed cassette with a double chainset. EZ-Fire Plus provides both upshift and downshift from a single lever position, keeping the riding experience intuitive and the cockpit clean. A solid mid-range integrated lever set for flat-bar builds that need reliable 8-speed indexed shifting alongside comfortable brake actuation.

Compatible with Shimano 8-speed cassettes and 2-speed front drivetrains. Brake cables included. A dependable flat-bar shifter set for commuters and recreational riders on 2x8 drivetrains.