11x2-speed groupset: Shimano GRX 817 Di2

The top-of-the-range GXR Di2 electronic groupset, based on Shimano Ultegra technology, for 11-speed drivetrains with 11+2-speed shift-and-brake levers andthe GXR 817 rear derailleur for 11-40T and 11-42T cassettes. Available with either Flat Mount or Post Mount brake calipers

As a complete package, the Shimano GRX Di2 Disc Flat Mount groupset, optionally with bottom bracket, charger, brake discs and bleed kit.

Shimano GRX Di2, the new gravel components in the electronic Di2 version, designed for 11x1-speed drivetrains and cassettes up to 42 teeth. Shimano GRX, the first gravel-specific component family designed equally for speed and safe bike handling on loose surfaces, is the result of an intensive and extensive research, testing and development process that incorporated information and feedback from countless riders who are out and about on trails, forest tracks, gravel roads or tarmac. Whether it’s gravel riding in the strictest sense, road cycling adventures off-road, bikepacking, commuting or the demands of competitive cyclocross riders: Shimano’s GRX components offer countless options that leave nothing to be desired, from gear ratios and spacing, customisable ergonomics and integrated control of dropper seatposts right through to specific gravel wheelsets with wider rim profiles. The 11-speed MTB cassettes with 11-40 and 11-42 teeth can be used.

Shimano GRX RD-RX817 Di2 rear derailleur

The RX 817 version of the GRX Di2 rear derailleur allows the use of cassettes with up to 42 teeth with a single chainring. The new GRX Di2 rear derailleurs are characterised by quiet, smooth, precise and reliable shifting, even on the most demanding terrain. This is primarily thanks to the Shadow RD+ chain stabilisation system, which prevents chain slap and unnecessary movement of the derailleur cage, thereby ensuring uninterrupted shifting performance. Similar to Shimano’s mountain bike rear derailleurs, there is an on/off switch next to the upper pulley. When activated, the derailleur pawl locks firmly in place to reduce excessive movement, noise and general chain noise. With the Syncro Shift function, which can be programmed via the Bluetooth interface (EW-WU111), the GRX Di2 rear derailleur allows the rear derailleur and front derailleur to be operated using just one lever. The system then automatically selects the front derailleur function to shift into the next gear. Precise, lightning-fast gear changes at the touch of a button, in any situation. Precise. Equipped with a crash mechanism that disconnects the connection to the motor in the event of strong external forces to prevent damage.

Synchro-Shift technology

Synchro-Shift technology simplifies shifting immensely and significantly reduces the number of decision-making processes that take place whilst riding. Particularly in crucial race situations or when riding at full throttle, riders often have to navigate a multitude of decision-making processes alongside the physical strain, which are frequently disrupted and lead to wrong decisions. The fewer decisions there are to make, the better the decisions will be and the more attention can be focused on the race. This is precisely what Shimano Synchro-Shift technology enables, always selecting the optimal next-higher or next-lower gear combination, regardless of whether this requires shifting at the rear derailleur and/or the front derailleur.

Shimano Synchro-Shift functions

• Full Synchro-Shift: The front derailleur reacts to the gear changes the rider makes on the rear derailleur. Essentially, this means that only one shifter with two buttons is needed to operate both the rear and front derailleurs.
• Semi Synchro-Shift: The rear derailleur responds to the gear changes the rider makes on the front derailleur. The rear derailleur automatically performs the necessary compensatory shifts for small changes in cadence when shifting up or down on the front derailleur.

Shimano Di2 Cockpit Junction Port A SM EW90A/B:

The junction unit features a battery indicator and a setting function for the rear derailleur. The Di2 Cockpit Junction Port A accommodates the cables from the shift levers and bundles them into a single cable leading to the battery. The right and left shift levers are connected to this port. In addition, the EW-SD50 cables are required to connect the battery, rear derailleur and front derailleur. The Junction Port A is available in two versions, with 3 and 5 connection points. The 5-port version allows for the installation of additional shift levers, such as bar-end shifters. Furthermore, the 5-port version also features an ANT+ interface for operating the SC-R770 computer and other ANT+ devices.

Shimano Di2 Junction Port B SM JC40/41:

The cable connection for internal cable routing for the Shimano Di2 groupset. This junction box is used to connect the power cables from the rear derailleur, front derailleur, STI shift-brake levers and battery. Available for mounting in the frame or under the bottom bracket. Due to the low weight of the SM-JC41 (just 4g), a frame mount for the junction box is not strictly necessary.

Shimano Di2 Junction Port B SM BTC1:

The external junction box is mounted on the bottle cage. It also serves as a battery holder and has 6 ports for the Di2 cables. It is particularly useful on frames that do not allow for internal cable routing.

Shimano Di2 Wireless Bluetooth, ANT+:

To use the Shimano Di2 wireless function, the new BT-DN110 battery and the EW-WU111 or EW-WU101 Bluetooth module are required. Programming can then be carried out via a Bluetooth device. At the same time, the wireless interface offers ANT+ transmission for displaying data such as gear selection on bike computers equipped with the ANT+ interface. The wireless interface is connected into the standard wiring. An additional short cable is required for this.

Shimano Di2 installation:

Installing Shimano Di2 components is almost easier than fitting traditional gear systems. The standardised cable connections and the junction box ensure straightforward and quick installation. The shift levers are connected to Junction Port A on the junction box; a cable runs from Junction Port A to Junction Port B on the junction box, and from there the cables run to the rear derailleur, front derailleur and battery. The battery can be mounted externally on the bottle cage or internally in the seat tube or down tube. Frames specifically designed for this purpose are required for internal cable routing.

To use the wireless function, the new BT-DN110 battery and the EW-WU111 Bluetooth module are also required.

Shimano GRX STI R815 disc levers:

The GRX Di2 STI hydraulic disc shift/brake lever ST-R815. Extremely fast and precise with larger shift buttons. Thanks to electronic transmission of shift commands, these are executed without delay. Operation is similar to that of mechanical STI levers; shifting occurs at the touch of a button. The new 11-speed shift levers are also equipped with the programmable Multishift function. The GRX Di2 components are the new benchmark in the gravel and cyclocross sectors. With the electronic STI Disc shift-brake lever ST-R815 Di2, Shimano introduces a very compact shift-brake lever for hydraulic disc brakes and the electronic Di2 shifting systems, marking a further milestone in the development of hydraulic disc brake systems for road bikes. The GRX Di2 STI levers offer optimum ergonomics thanks to their adjustable grip width. Thanks to electronic transmission of shift commands, these are executed without delay. Operation is similar to that of mechanical STI levers, with shifting at the touch of a button. The new 11-speed shifters are also equipped with the programmable Multishift function. Shimano’s engineers have succeeded in integrating a mineral oil cylinder, including a complete braking system, into these nevertheless very compact mechanical shift-brake levers. The Dual Control shift/brake levers can be optimally adjusted to the rider via a grip width adjustment and are also very well suited to riders with small hands. The grips feature an anti-slip coating for greater control on constantly changing terrain

Shimano Flat Mount Brake Caliper BR-RX810:

The BR-RX810 road bike disc brake caliper is torsion-resistant and approved for brake discs up to 160 mm. Equipped with brake pads featuring external cooling fins, brake heat is reliably dissipated. These calipers are compatible with all Shimano disc brake levers. Recommended brake discs: SM-RT800, SM-RT86

Flat Mount Standard:

The new Flat Mount caliper standard for road bike brakes reduces weight and offers a significantly sleeker look. With the Flat Mount standard, the rear brake caliper sits directly on the chainstay; no adapter is required for mounting the brake caliper. The bolts pass through the chainstay from below directly into the brake caliper. A flat adapter is still required on the fork. The adapter is screwed onto the rear of the fork leg, and the brake sits directly on the adapter.

Shimano Post Mount Brake Caliper BRRS785:

The BR-RS785 road bike disc brake caliper is torsionally rigid and approved for brake discs up to 160 mm. Equipped with brake pads featuring external cooling fins, brake heat is reliably dissipated. These brake calipers are compatible with all Shimano disc brake levers and feature the Post Mount 6 mounting standard.

Post Mount Standard:

The Post Mount brake caliper standard, with a bolt spacing of 74 mm, was originally developed for MTB use. It is still found on some gravel frames. With this standard, only 160 mm brake discs can be fitted to gravel bikes. To do this, the brake caliper is screwed directly onto the frame or fork.
Although larger discs would be technically possible, the gravel calipers are not approved for this; as a rule, gravel frames are also only approved for disc sizes up to 160 mm. With an adapter, Post Mount calipers can also be fitted to frames and forks with IS2000 mounts.

Shimano GRX FC-RX810 crankset:

The GRX cranksets have been developed to handle a wide variety of terrain and riding styles. All versions feature a 2.5 mm wider chainline, which creates more clearance in the frame design and allows for wider tyres.

Hollow-forged chainrings, hollow-forged, extra-sturdy cranks and a reduced outer surface area reduce the weight of the new GRX FC RX 810 crankset to 722 grams. The design of the 2x11-speed Hollowtech II crankset not only boasts a look and aesthetic with cult potential, but also ensures enhanced performance. A wider, yet lighter than the previous model, crank arm and the large chainrings with Hollowglide technology increase stiffness and optimise power transfer to the pedal.

Optional bottom bracket:

There is now a wide variety of bottom bracket shells available on modern frames. Shimano only offers compatible bottom brackets for some of these. To ensure the GRX groupset fits all frames, we supply optional FSA or Wheels MFG bottom brackets for the bottom bracket shells for which Shimano does not offer bottom brackets. A list of available bottom brackets and installation dimensions can be found below.

Shimano CS-HG601 or CS-HG701 chain

The Shimano 11-speed chain with SIL-TEC surface coating for ultra-low friction and improved wear resistance thanks to chrome-plated pins. The milled inner links also reduce weight. Available with a locking link or rivet pin.

Shimano cassette: SLX CS-M7000 or XT CS-M8000:

With 11-40 or 11-42 tooth ratios, these cassettes offer the maximum gear range with GXR components. The XT cassette is more durable and lighter, weighing approx. 56 grams. In terms of shifting performance, the SLX and XT cassettes are on a par.

Contents of the Shimano GRX 812 Upgrade Kit:

• Shimano GRX Di2 rear derailleur, RD RX817
• Shimano GRX Di2 STI, Disc Dual Control shift/brake lever, 11x2-speed, ST RX815
• Shimano GRX disc brake calipers, Flat Mount BR RX810, or Post Mount BR RS785
• Front wheel adapter, mounting bolts
• Shimano Di2 cable set, EW-SD50: 6 cables
• Shimano Di2 Cockpit Junction Port A, 2 versions, 3 and 5 connectors
• Shimano Di2 Junction Port B, 3 versions, internal and external
• Shimano Di2 battery, BT-DN110 internal round
• Optional charger
• Optional wireless interface EW-WU111 or EW-WU101
• Optional Di2 cable, EW-SD50 for wireless interface
• Shimano GRX crankset FC RX 810, in three lengths and 2 sprocket sizes
• Optional Shimano Ultegra bottom bracket, SMBBR60 BSA or Italian thread or Pressfit BB86, or Wheels MFG bottom bracket for BB30, Pressfit30, BBright or BB386 bottom bracket shells
• Shimano SLX, XT cassette in 11-40 or 11-42 tooth configurations
• Shimano chain, CN HG601 or CN HG701
• Shimano disc brake hoses 100 and 170 cm, SM-BH-90-JK-SSR
• Optional bleeding kit with 2 x 50 ml Shimano oil

Compatible bottom bracket shells - bottom brackets

There is now a wide variety of bottom bracket shells available on modern frames. Shimano only offers compatible bottom brackets for some of these. To ensure the GRX groupset fits all frames, we supply optional FSA or Wheels MFG bottom brackets for the bottom bracket shells for which Shimano does not offer bottom brackets. Wheels Outboard bottom brackets are significantly more durable than standard press-fit bottom brackets, as the cups are bolted together, ensuring they sit flat and securely within the frame. Wheels bottom brackets are available with different bearing grades: ABEC3 standard bearings, angular contact bearings and ceramic bearings.

• BSA threaded housing, 68 mm installation width
  Shimano Dura Ace SM-BBR60B bottom bracket
• BSA threaded housing, 70 mm installation width
  Shimano Dura Ace SM-BBR60I bottom bracket
• Pressfit BB86 housing, installation width 86.5 mm, press-fit diameter 41 mm, Shimano
  SM-BB71-41B bottom bracket or Wheels MFG Outboard
  BB86-OUT bottom bracket
• BB30 shell, installation width 68 mm, press-fit depth 42 mm, Wheels MFG
  Outboard BB30-OUT bottom bracket
• BB30A housing: press-fit depth 42 mm, bottom bracket width 73
  mm (asymmetrical), Wheels Outboard bottom bracket, item no.: BB30A-OUT-SHIM
• Pressfit 30 shell, installation width 68 mm, press fit 46 mm, Wheels MFG
  Outboard bottom bracket PF30-OUT
• Pressfit 30A shell: Press fit 46 mm, bottom bracket
  width 73 mm asymmetrical, Wheels Outboard bottom bracket, Part No: PF30A-OUT-SHIM
• BBRight housing, installation width 79 mm, press-fit dimension 46 mm Wheels MFG Outboard
  BBRIGHT-OUT bottom bracket
• BB386 shell, installation width 86.5 mm, press-fit dimension 46 mm
  , Wheels MFG Outboard 386EVO + 386EVO-SHI
• BB90 shell, installation width 90 mm, press-fit dimension 41 mm FSA
  230-600 bottom bracket
• T47 thread: M47x1 Bottom bracket width 68–132 mm, compatible bottom brackets:
  Wheels Outboard Item No.: T47-BB-SHIM-AC

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