Shimano Deore XT SL-M8100 Rapidfire Plus Shifting Lever - 12-speed - right - Special Offer

Shimano Deore XT M8100 - The world is your canvas.

The legendary mtb groupset is poised to set the standard for mountain bikers worldwide once again with its latest generation. For nearly three decades, Deore XT has stood for trailer-tested durability, reliability, and performance. As mountain biking gets faster and the terrain becomes more technical, it’s up to the M8100 components to give riders the confidence they need to perform at their best.

True to Shimano’s tradition, the Deore XT naturally incorporates innovations from the high-end XTR parts. Accordingly, Micro Spline and Hyperglide+ are included in the new 12-speed groupset.

Shimano Deore XT SL-M8100 Rapidfire Plus (Mono) Shift Lever

The Shimano Deore XT SL-M8100 shift lever enables fast and easy shifting, allowing the rider to focus solely on the trail ahead. Compared to the previous SL-M8000 model, the force required for each shift has been reduced by 35%, while access to the shifter is now 20% faster thanks to a clever design. The lever’s rubberized contact surface ensures maximum ergonomics.

Of course, the SL-M8100 shift levers have inherited proven features such as Rapidfire Plus, 2-Way, Instant, and Multi-Release from their predecessors. In addition, with the left Rapidfire Plus Mono shift lever for 2-speed systems—just like its XTR counterpart—you can shift to both the large and small chainrings with a single button press. To shift up, the lever is pushed forward with the thumb; however, unlike before, it does not spring back afterward but remains locked in this position. To shift down to the small chainring, this lock is simply released by pressing the lever again with the thumb or by pulling it back with the index finger.

Release functions of the Shimano Deore XT SL-M8100 shift lever:

Instant Release enables faster shifting. The cable is released immediately upon actuating the lever. You can shift faster than before.

Multi-Release (on the right shifter only) allows for four-gear jumps. Now you can shift multiple gears in both directions using either the main lever or the secondary lever.

2-Way Release allows you to release the cable by pushing with your thumb or pulling with your index finger. This means you don’t have to adapt your riding style to the rear derailleur—instead, the rear derailleur adapts to your riding style.

Scope of delivery: right shift lever with 2050 mm inner cable

Note: This item comes without its original packaging!