Shimano XT FD M8000 front derailleur

The new Shimano XT 11-speed components, designed for use ranging from cross-country to enduro. Available with a crankset featuring 1–3 chainrings and an 11-speed cassette with a 11–40 or 11–42 tooth range. One of the major advantages of the XT 8000 series is the compatibility of the cassettes with conventional rear wheels. The XT 11-speed cassettes can be fitted to all freehubs designed for 9- and 10-speed Shimano MTB cassettes.

Shimano XT FD-M8000 Side Swing front derailleur

The XT 11-speed FD-M8000 front derailleur utilises a completely new derailleur system: Side-Swing technology delivers significantly better shifting performance. Designed specifically with modern trail bikes in mind, the Side-Swing derailleur offers 15mm more clearance between the seat tube and tyre, whilst the completely new and optimised cable routing and control drastically reduce the effort required for shifting.

Shimano XT FD-M8000 Front Pull derailleur:

The Side Swing Front Pull derailleurs are only compatible with frames designed for this purpose. The shift cable is routed from the front and the outer cable housing is routed all the way to the derailleur. A classic shift cable routing from above or below is not possible with these derailleurs.

E-Type S3/Low Direct Mount derailleurs:

These derailleurs are mounted either directly onto frames designed for this purpose; the bolt spacing is 22.1 mm, horizontal, and, unlike the S2 derailleurs, features an offset at the mounting point. The second mounting method is the Shimano E-Type. This requires the additional mounting plate, part no. Y5M550000. For both mounting methods, the respective frame must be prepared by the manufacturer.

Shimano XT FD-M8000 Derailleur Compatibility:

The new Shimano 11-speed XT front derailleur series is only compatible with the 11-speed MTB rear derailleurs and shift levers from the Shimano MTB series. The HG-701 chain is recommended. The 11-speed XT cassettes are also compatible with 9-10-speed Shimano HG10 freehub bodies.

Shimano XTR FD-M8000 front derailleur technology

• 3x11-speed
• Low Direct Mount E-Type - S3
• Front pull, cable routing possible from the front only
• Side Swing mechanism
• Compatible with all Shimano 11-speed MTB shifters
• Mounting angle 66–69 degrees
• Largest sprocket to be shifted: 40 teeth
• Total capacity: 18 teeth
• Weight: FDM-8000: 140 grams

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