Shimano XT M8000 1×11 Boost Drivetrain Groupset Review

• Shimano XT M8000 1×11 Boost Drivetrain GroupsetThis superb model is manufactured to reach Shimano’s ultimate goal of giving you the ultimate MTB riding experience.Boost Spaced GroupsetThis boost spaced groupset is perfect for use with your plus size rear axle frame standard, so you can enjoy a phenomenal off-road ride. It’s ideal for replacing your old or worn-out existing drivetrain or if you want to finish off your bike build in style.XT M8000 Single 11 Speed Crankset:This top-quality 11 speed crankset is available with various chainring options and its new design offers more durable chainwheel teeth than before. Additionally, its new 3D composite teeth are optimised for fast pedalling while delivering improved driving rigidity. Finally, this model’s loose ratio gear combination allows for a minimum shifting gap, so you can rapidly change gear for a more fluid ride.Crankset Features Cassette Compatibility: 11 speed 4-Arm Chainrings: Yes Bolt Circle Diameter: 96mm Crank Arms: Hollowtech II Technology Bottom Bracket: BB-MT800/BB-MT800-PA BB Shell Width: 68, 73mm Chainring: Included, 4-arm Chainline: 50mmXT M8000 Single ChainringThis stunning chainring benefits from Shimano’s Dynamic Chain Engagement (DCE) technology, which holds it firmly in place and prevents drop-outs. This is achieved with its broader and taller tooth profile used in conjunction with a special hooked leading edge. Finally, this process aids in holding the chain firmly on uneven terrain, increases durability and keeps chain noise and drag to a minimum.Chainring Features: Hollow gear construction for optimised rigidity, lightweight and durability Durable teeth using a plated steel construction supported by a carbon composite (CFRP) carrier body Dyna-Sys11 HG-X11 11 speed chain compatible Bolt Circle Diameter: 96mm Tooth Count: 30T Speed: 11 speedXT M8000 Shadow+ 11 Speed Rear MechNow boasting improved stability, this top-notch rear mech delivers a light shift operation with 20% less effort. Easier to adjust and with greater chain stability, the efficient shifting and smoother driving provided by this model makes life easier when negotiating tough trails.Rear Mech Features: Shifting Action: Shadow RD+ Mount Type: Direct attachment (Conventional)/Direct mount compatible (w/o bracket spec available) Maximum Sprocket: Low sprocket – 40/42T*, Top sprocket – 11T Minimum Sprocket: Low sprocket – 40T, Top sprocket -11T Front Difference: Max 10T Total Capacity: 39T Link Pin Bushings: 4 Shift cable comes with new hyper low-friction coating technology Efficient pulley teeth design Easy-to-adjust chain stabiliserXT M8000 11 speed Rear Trigger ShifterThis superb rear trigger shifter is ergonomically designed for prolonged enjoyment and ease of use. Simple and easy to incorporate onto your cockpit with I-Spec II for horizontal and vertical positioning, this 11 speed trigger shifter is a simple yet effective upgrade.Rear Trigger Features: Rear Speed: 11 speed Instance Release: Yes 2-Way Release: Yes Mount Style: I-Spec II Optical Gear Display: No Shift Cable Casing: Not included Shift Cable: Low friction shift cableXT M8000 11 Speed CassetteThis high-quality cassette is light, durable and comes with a chrome-plated finish to guard against corrosion. Its closer gear ratio provides efficient gear and cadence control while its Hyperglide tooth configuration ensures crisp and clean shifting even when under load.Cassette Features: High-performance 11 speed Dyna-SysII cassette Close ratio gearing allows more efficient use of energy through finer cadence control Largest sprockets are mounted on lightweight alloy carriers to reduce weight and increase rigidity Sprockets are cut away and drilled to further reduce weight without reducing rigidity Light and durable 46T sprocket Chrome-plated finish offers hard wearing resistance to corrosion Alloy cassette lockring For 11-speed HG-X11 MTB chains Weight: 450gUltegra 6800-XT M8000 11 Speed ChainThis 11 speed chain is super narrow and offers smooth, crisp shifting and control. Additionally, its outer plate design has been developed to reduce the chance of chain suck, for top-level pedal stroke performance.Chain Features: Material: Stainless Steel Number of Links: 116 Type: HG-X11 Outer plate design has been developed to reduce the chance of chain suck Sil-Tec surface treatment technology (PTFE plating) on inner and outer links that is smooth running and increases durability Zinc-Alloy plated outer links The inner plate has been developed for better contact with gears providing smoother shifting under high load, giving efficient pedalling, increased rigidity and near silent running 5.62mm chain width optimised for 11 speed Super Narrow HG-EV drivetrains Weight: 257gA 2-year warranty is offered with all Shimano products from Chain Reaction Cycles (3 years on Dura-Ace and XTR products).Buy Shimano Components & Wheels from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World’s Largest Online Bike Store.
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As with many cyclists, be it mountain bikers, BMX riders or road cyclists we want to take the time to make sure we get the best products. Where cycling is a passion for many we often invest a lot of our time and money into the hobby. And as we know, getting the right products can give us that small competitive advantage either over our actual competitors, our mates or even just beating our own goals. But because we do invest so much in our bikes and our equipment it’s really important to buy from recognised retailers, in our most recent search, we found many products available online for ridiculously (almost laughable) prices. They were just so low that alarm bells should instantly be ringing. That’s why we only recommend buying from the retailers that you really know and trust, names like Wiggle, Chain Reaction and Evans Cycles are just some of those that we use regularly. With these retailers you know you’re in safe hands and can expect great service, great returns policies and if anything was to go wrong great customer service under a warranty claim.

But onto the reason you’re here today, let’s delve into some of the details of Shimano XT M8000 1×11 Boost Drivetrain Groupset to help you understand a bit more about where it sits in the market against some of the many alternatives that are available out there. We’re very aware that by buying our cycling stuff online that we’ve missed out on the opportunity to actually see and test the product first. This is where reviews come in to their own, as it gives us that chance to hear from other like-minded cyclists about how good or bad a product is.

As you would expect, our first and top piece of advice before buying, is to read lots and lots of Shimano XT M8000 1×11 Boost Drivetrain Groupset reviews. With a review score of 9.5 out of 10 it’s likely that there will be lots of great detailed reviews to help you. And if you find that actually the reviews are suggesting Shimano XT M8000 1×11 Boost Drivetrain Groupset isn’t right for you then there will be tons and tons of other reviews for other products in the Groupsets category. In fact we’ve got 132 products reviewed in this category alone.

Something that makes it particularly challenging is the vast range of choice, as mentioned above there are 132 products in the Groupsets category. There are also 2311 products from the brand Shimano. And then getting into the specifics even more there are 40 products from Shimano in the category “Groupsets”.