As arguably the most tactile part of Shimano’s new DEORE XT M8000 groupset, the shifters play a vital aesthetic and ergonomic part.
Enhanced ergonomics and 20% reduction in shift effort: the Shimano XT 11-speed Rapidfire PLUS SL-M8000
The dimpled long sweep paddle, grooved release paddle and OPTISLICK cable provide a 20% decrease in shift effort, crucial for the long distance endurance racer, and create an enhanced interface between rider and controls. The 2-WAY MULTI RELEASE mechanism provides a secondary gear change option whilst an improved VIVID indexing mechanism guarantees shift accuracy. Two specs are available, I-SPECII (SL-M8000-I) for new XT and XTR and I-SPEC B-type (SL-M8000-B-I) for older or lower grade brake levers, catering for different brake choices.
Following mountain biking’s evolutionary path, Shimano DEORE XT M8000 delivers the 11-speed features and premium performance found on the top-of-the-range XTR-level components, elevating the performance of enduro and cross country riders on demanding trails or race circuits.
Features
- 20% lighter rear shifts
- Consistently stable shifting
- RD new shadow design with optimized slant design
- New shift cable with new hyper low-friction coating technology
- Longer lever body
- Anti-slip on main lever – Thumb Operation
- Multi / Instant and 2-Way release
Product features
- Use: MTB
- Group: XT
- Model: SL-M8000
- Shifter Type: Rapidfire Plus
- Mounting: Clamp right
- Gear rear: 11-speed
- Optical Gear Display: Yes (removable)
- Instant Release: Yes
- Multi Release: Yes
- 2-Way Release: Yes
- Cable adjust: Yes
Material
- Main lever body: Aluminum Painted
- Release lever body: GFRP & Steel
- Clamp bolt: Stainless steel
Color
- black
WeightÂ
- 122g
Scope of delivery
- 1 x Shimano XT 11-speed Rapidfire PLUS SL-M8000 right
- 1 x Gear wire 2050mm
- 1 x Gear cable SIS OT-SP41 1800mm
- 1 x End caps
Technologies
INSTANT RELEASE shifting replaces the two-stage click and release shifting you are familiar with. INSTANT RELEASE shifting releases cable as soon the lever is activated, resulting in the quickest possible gear changes. Whether it is an upshift with a Top Normal rear derailleur or a downshift with low normal rear derailleur a quicker shift is always a better shift.
Previous shifting systems shifted faster in one direction than the other. Choosing Top Normal or low normal always meant sacrificing shifting speed in one direction. Now with MULTI RELEASE you can release shift two gears in one stroke. The result – the fastest possible shifting in both directions regardless of rear derailleur choice.
The RAPIDFIRE Plus shifter release lever is commonly called a trigger because it is operated like a pistol, by pulling toward the grip. The release lever of RAPIDFIRE Plus shifters from ALIVIO to XTR can be operated in this same manner but adds the ability to activate a release shift by pushing with the thumb.
Mountain bikers have used RAPIDFIRE Plus since 1985. RAPIDFIRE Plus is still a winning choice from a wide range of riders from XC racers to freeriders. RAPIDFIRE Plus is suited to quick shifting, giving riders the ability to downshift three gears in one stroke. RAPIDFIRE Plus shifters from DEORE to XTR all feature 2-WAY RELEASE, which means release shifts by pull of the index finger or push of the thumb.
The Optical Gear Display tells you which gear position is selected while riding your bike. You can see how many gears you can select either on the low side or top side, which makes shifting control easier.















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