What is the difference between Shimano XT and SLX?

What is the difference between Shimano XT and SLX?

The Shimano XT and SLX shifter The key update of the new Shimano SLX and XT shifters is I-SPEC EV. The main difference between the two is hidden inside the shifters. While the XT shifter offers the proven multi-shift function to shift down two gears at once, the SLX shifter will only do one gear at a time.

What is Shimano SLX for?

Shimano’s SLX is a mid-range mountain bike group with features that should appeal to most mountain bike riders. It is offered in a 1×11 option with a wide-range cassette that has a big 46-tooth large cog that makes climbing steep singletrack easier. SLX occupies the middle of Shimano’s mountain bike drivetrain lineup.

What is Shimano SLX?

Molded from the same DNA as XTR and XT, SLX ensures quality performance that only Shimano can deliver for those exploring their mountain bike calling.

What are the different types of Shimano bikes?

Starting with the highest end offerings and moving down we have Shimano XTR, Shimano XT, Shimano SLX, and Shimano Deore. All of these models are going to be 12 speed and can have up to a 10-51t rear cassette range. The most recently released is the Shimano Deore, just coming out a few months ago.

Should I get Shimano Xtr or XT?

If you are looking to have the lightest Shimano setup and price isn’t an issue, XTR is the way to go. If you are looking to save some weight and money, I would suggest getting the XTR cassette and crankset, as these two parts save the most weight, while running the other parts as Shimano XT.

How does the Shimano 12-speed drivetrain work?

Shimano’s 12 speed drivetrain was designed to use a much longer chain than older drivetrains… about one to two inches longer. The new pulley on the rear derailleur compensates for it and if done correctly, you’ll have some of the best shifting of any bike you’ve ever ridden.