Is Shimano Deore XT any good?

The Deore XT 2020 groupset is a confident update to an already great product. With its huge range and 12-speed gearing, it’s shifting is market-leading, yet it sits at a reasonable price for the level of performance and weight. In short, it’s one of the best examples of mountain bike drivetrains.

Is XT better than deore?

yes. the xt has MUCH better chain tension, keeps the chain from flopping around everywhere and banging up your frame. its stiffer and shifts a bit better under load (not supposed to, but we all do from time to time). if you’re going to upgrade just one gear shifting bit, it should be the rear d.

What driver does Shimano XT use?

Micro Spline driver
Some updates unify Shimano’s top three drivetrain lines: XT and SLX use 12-speed 10-45T or 10-51T cassettes which fit on Shimano’s new Micro Spline driver body standard, making them compatible with existing 12-speed XTR components.

Does Shimano Deore XT have a clutch?

It also has an on/off switchable and adjustable clutch mechanism to help improve chain control and increase shift performance. It has been designed to be used with Shimano’s Hyperglide+ chain and cassette, too, which should further help improve shifting performance.

Is Shimano Deore better than SRAM?

Shimano and SRAM both make quality products, but their approach and styles are different. Looking at the current component landscape, it can be said that Shimano is generally the more conservative of the two. Over the last decade, SRAM has pursued drivetrain innovation more aggressively.

What is better XT or XTR?

The modulation in the brakes is vastly improved over the previous on/off generation of Shimano brakes. The XTR versions, however, do control power noticeably better than the XT. I didn’t notice any brake fade on longer descents with the XT brakes. Even when things got wet, the brakes performed flawlessly.

How much is Deore XT?

Shimano’s XT M8100 groupset impressed me from the moment I installed it on my test bike. It has a remarkably polished and refined finish that exudes more quality than its fairly reasonable £566.94 / $611.94 / AU$1,100 price tag would indicate.

Should Shimano clutch be on or off?

It’ll be just fine. Just like you said, the clutch keeps the chain from bouncing and makes for a quieter ride. When it’s off, it’s just like every other derailleur that doesn’t have one. If you ride smooth paths and road, it’s honestly not even necessary so if you leave it off it’s one less thing that can wear out.

Is the Shimano Deore XT a mountain bike?

SHIMANO DEORE XT is the original mountain bike groupset trusted by generations of mountain bikers around the world. Whatever the trail, whatever you ride, XT is your solution for mountain biking today.

What is the weight of a Deore XT?

Total weight: Deore XT tips the scale at 2.412 grams, whereas Deore goes a further 292 grams, to 2.704 grams. Talking about the wheelset or suspension fork mentioned above, either one of the 2 components can make up for the extra grams of Deore.

Which is better Deore swing or Deore XT?

Thanks to its levers, the Deore XT operates smoother and faster and since the price difference is minimal, you should go for the greater product. The XT bests Deore in terms of weight, 148 grams versus 162, in the case of the top swing 3×10 version, even though the prices are even closer, of 30 and 22 euros.

How big is the gap between Deore Shadow plus and Deore XT?

A 28 gram gap sits between the 258-gram Deore XT Shadow Plus and 286-gram Deore Shadow derailleurs, probably due to the usage of steel for the latter’s cage. 80 euros will get you in the possesion of the XT, at the same time a Deore derailleur only inflicting a 38-euro damage on your bank account.