Shimano M9100 XTR 1×12 Groupset Review

• . This high-quality groupset shows off Shimano’s engineering leadership in producing some of the industry‚Äôs top performing mountain bike components. It’s inspired by the versatility and capabilities of today’s riders and the terrain they tackle, to offer you a stunning set of components which conquer every challenge. This outstanding package has everything you need to complete your dream bike build or breathe new life into your existing bike, with parts which are unrivalled when it comes to trail riding XTR M9100 12 Speed Rapidfire Shifter. The Shimano XTR M9100 Rapidfire Shifter features a lightweight, compact, durable and ultra-efficient design. The new XTR shifter features a refined design, inside and out to ensure that shifting response and accuracy are as effective as they can be, more so than anything else on the market while the ergonomics provide unmatched comfort, making the shifter a complete confidence-inspiring joy to use Crisp, Versatile and Exceptional Shifting Speed. The new XTR lever design has been enhanced by Shimano to ensure easy lever access and exceptional shifting speed. Thanks to the Rapidfire Plus technology, shifting gears requires very little rider effort and is crisp and versatile throughout operation, in any riding scenario, even when under load. Shimano has simplified the design even further for front derailleur control, delivering efficient and precise front derailleur control with a single lever Features: Material:¬†Aluminium, Stainless Steel Pre Cut Outer Gear Cable: 240mm, 600mm Shifter Type: I-spec EV Drivetrain Speed:¬†12 speed Multi-Bearing Construction:¬†4x Recommended Outer Gear Casing:¬†OT-SP41 Release Function:¬†Instant Release SL Cable Adjust:¬†Yes Shifter Type:¬†Rapidfire PlusXTR M9100 12 Speed Rear Derailleur. The Shimano XTR M9100 Rear Derailleur features an elegant, refined and optimised design, which is aimed at providing maximum drivetrain efficiency over the most demanding terrain. Featuring oversized 13T pulley wheels, updated Shadow RD+ mechanism and is tailored specifically to provide maximum chain retention and shifting accuracy across the new Shimano 12-Speed drivetrain transmission system Features: Material:¬†Aluminium, Stainless Steel Drivetrain Speed:¬†12 speed Low Sprocket Max:¬†51T Low Sprocket Min:¬†45T Top Sprocket Max:¬†10T Top Sprocket Min:¬†10T Total Capacity:¬†41T G Pulley Bearings:¬†Sealed Pulley Teeth:¬†31T Spring Type:¬†Shimano Shadow RD+ Compatible Chain:¬†CN-M9100 Weight:¬†240gXTR M9100 XC Brake Caliper. The new XTR M9100 XC Brake Caliper is equipped with 2 pistons, is constructed from high-end aluminium and is designed for lightweight, high-end XC race performance. This brake is perfect for pro-level racing as it is for providing unmatched braking performance in your local XC rides and demanding trail sessions. The XTR system has always led by example, showing how great a MTB disc brake system can be, and increases on this performance-level, super-lightweight and reliability every season Features: Material:¬†Aluminium Brake Hose Length:¬†800mm, 1450mm Type:¬†Hydraulic Disc Brake Use:¬†XC, Marathon Brake Hose Kit:¬†SM-BH90-SS Hose Joint:¬†Straight Pistons:¬†2-Pot Caliper Mount:¬†Post Mount Brake Fluid:¬†Shimano Mineral Oil Brake Pad Compound:¬†Resin Recommended Brake Lever:¬†Shimano XTR M9100 Recommended Disc Rotor:¬†Shimano XTR MT900 Ice Tech Compatible:¬†No Weight:¬†312gXTR M9100 12 Speed QuickLink Chain. The Shimano XTR M9100 12-Speed QuickLink Chain provides greater chain retention than provided previously. This chain design holds on securely to the engaged cassette sprocket, and when you shift to the next gear, it smoothly glides across the sprockets to where you want it to be. This chain has been engineered and tested to significantly increase shifting performance, accuracy and reliability Enhanced Drivetrain Performance. This 12-Speed chain is optimised for use with the Shimano 12-Speed drivetrain system where it enhances drivetrain performance. Featuring a Quick-Link for easy attaching and hassle-free disconnecting should bike maintenance be required. This chain is the top of the range model from Shimano and provides superior performance with the Shimano 12-Speed drivetrains Features: Material:¬†Alloy Protective Coating:¬†Chromising Type:¬†Shimano HG E-Bike Compatible:¬†Yes Pin Type:¬†Hollow Pin Roller:¬†SIL-TEC Weight:¬†242gXTR BL-M9100 Complete Brake Levers. Shimano XTR BL-M9100 Brake Lever design improves on the exceptional options in the past. With a repositioned clamp band and lever body, situated closer to the centre to increase stability and improve comfort and braking power. Featuring an updated lever shape and includes a Tooled Reach Adjust mechanism, which enables you to set the distance the lever is from your handlebars to enhance the braking feel. This brake lever provides exceptional braking power and adjustability while being super-lightweight Features: Material:¬†Aluminium Type:¬†Hydraulic Disc Brake Use:¬†XC, Marathon, Trail Brake Hose Kit:¬†SM-BH90-SS Hose Joint:¬†Straight Adjustments:¬†Reach Adjust (tooled) Weight:¬†312gXTR M9100 12 Speed Cassette. The Shimano XTR M9100 12 Speed Cassette provides the smoothest, fastest and most reliable shifting performance imaginable. Featuring the new Hyperglide+ technology, which delivers the highest level of superior shifting, power-transfer and shifting stability. This cassette design is stiffer, lighter and more durable than anything that has come before it, combining titanium, aluminium and steel where it is best suited, this cassette is optimised for the toughest and most demanding rigours of mountain biking Superb Shifting Smoothness Anywhere on the Mountain. Designed with two intentions, the 10-45T cluster, featuring the Rhythm Step spec for exceptional Cross Country shifting smoothness. This wide range can tackle any scenario and provide superb, smooth and consistent performance throughout the range of the cassette. The second gear cluster option is the Wide Range spec, which has been optimised for enduro. providing exceptional shifting performance and reliability as the Rhythm Step does but has a huge 51T sprocket at the low end so you can climb any mountain gradient with ease Features: Material:¬†5x Sprockets: Titanium; 3x Sprockets, Spider, Lock-Ring: Aluminium; 4x Sprockets: Steel Drivetrain Speed:¬†12 speed Gearing Options: 10-51T (12-speed Wide Range spec for Enduro) Freehub Engagement:¬†Shimano Micro-Spline Compatible Chain:¬†Shimano CN-M9100 Spider Arm:¬†One Type:¬†HYPERGLIDE+ Cassette Ratio: 10-51T (10-12-14-16-18-21-24-28-33-39-45-51T) Weight: 359g (10-51T)XTR M900 Ice Tech Freeze CL Disc Rotor. The new XTR M900 Ice Tech Freeze Rotor design has been redesigned and enhanced to significantly increase braking stability, heat dissipation and consistency in the most demanding conditions, but this optimised performance is noticeable during any riding situation Faster and More Efficient Heat Dissipation. The new Ice Tech Freeza construction sheds heat faster and more efficiently than ever before, ensuring that your brakes feel the same coming into the first corner as they do when exiting the final rock garden at the bottom of the mountain Features: Material:¬†Rotor: Stainless Steel, Aluminium; Rotor: Aluminium Size: 160mm, 180mm Use:¬†XC, Marathon, Trail Ice Technology Freeza (Radiator Fin):¬†Yes Brake Pad Compatibility:¬†Resin, MetalA 2-year warranty is offered with all Shimano products from Chain Reaction Cycles (3 years on Dura-Ace and XTR products) Buy Shimano Components from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World’s Largest Online Bike Store.
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The first of these tips is for you to try and really understand what it is you are looking for from a Groupsets product. There are obviously a massive amount of options to choose from so we’d always suggest doing your research at the start to help you to really understand what sort of product you need. Once you have a bit of an idea of the various options available we really recommend you write yourself a list of “must have features”. This list should include any elements that you consider absolutely essential, e.g. it must have XYZ feature or be from a brand like Shimano or be priced at under £98.02. This list will really come in useful when you come to narrowing down your search. Don’t be tempted to stray away from the list though or you can quickly end up spending much more than you had planned because you’re suckered into some sales copy which makes you feel like you need a feature of a more expensive product, when in reality you don’t.

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