Those who know, know that XT is the smart choice. The groupset trusted by mountain bikers around the world for generations doesn't disappoint with the SL-M8100 shifters, offering all of Shimano's latest shifting innovations.
- Shifts require 35% less force vs. M8000 (previous generation Deore XT shifters)
- Intuitive and ergonomic controls allow for 20% faster lever access time
- INSTANT RELEASE - shifting cable is fully released immediately upon a click, enabling faster and smoother shifts
- 2-WAY RELEASE shifting to smaller sprockets with thumb or index finger enables better grip on the bar in more situations
- MULTI RELEASE enables up to 2 shifts at once (rear lever, to a smaller sprocket)
- Max of 4 multiple shifts at once (rear lever, to a larger sprocket)
- Includes shifter inner cable
- Cable housing NOT INCLUDED, you can purchase the Shimano OT-SP41 housing HERE
Clamp Bar Mount or I-SPEC EV
12-speed - 1x12s
Average weight: 117g (right)
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Our thoughts:
While those who won't accept any compromises will choose XTR, Deore XT is the obvious choice for many serious riders who have a budget to stick to. You could even go SLX, but the MULTI RELEASE feature that comes with stepping up to XT is compelling enough for the price difference, in our opinion.