Shimano XT 2008

Born in 1982, Shimano celebrates the 25th birthday of Deore XT by introducing a completely revamped group:

RD-M772 – XT’s Shimano Shadow RD
• Top normal spring design to mesh with the more common choice of RapidFire shifters for trail / all-mountain riding
• In high gear, the derailleur has a profile that is a full 15mm less than a traditional rear derailleur. That means it barely protrudes more than the quick release skewer nut.
• Direct cable routing reduces the chance of the cable snagging on roots and rocks.
• Stronger spring keeps the derailleur body more stable in rough terrain.
• Redesigned bracket axle keeps the derailleur body from contacting the chainstay.
• Available in medium and long cage
• 235g

Top-Normal RD-M771: The Original and Low-Normal RD-M770: Rapid-Rise

FD-M770 / M771 / M770-E: Front Derailleurs
• Available in Top-Swing, conventional, or E-type configurations to mount on most any frame
• Adaptable clamp means one size fits all for 28.6, 31.8, 34.9 and multi-pull allows top or bottom cable pull .
• Angled set screws for easier adjustment on some full suspension frame designs
• Lighter cage also has been re-profiled for more tire clearance
• 152g (M770) / 155g (M771) / 166g (M770-E)

Crank FC-M770:

FC-M770: Hollowtech II Crankset
• Hollowtech II design maximizes stiffness while keeping weight to a minimum
• Precision two-piece construction for perfect chainline and chainwheel alignment.
• 44T-32T-22T
• Increased stiffness and improved shifting performance
• Carbon composite/ Steel composite middle ring adds rigidity for better shifting, increases service life, and smoothly delivers powers to the cassette.
• Outboard bearings maximize stability and stiffness
• 850g

ST-M775 / M770: Dual Control Shift Lever
• Features Servo Wave creating quicker brake engagement without reducing brake pad clearance at the caliper – this feature is unique to new Deore XT!
• 20% more stopping power when used with the new mono-block XT caliper
• Best used with RD-M770 low normal rear derailleur
• Hydraulic brake (M775) or cable brake (M770) compatible
• Instant release for instant cable response
• Multi-Release allows selection of multiple gears inward or outward
• Radial master cylinder allows lever to be more compact and creates better cable routing
• Adjustable reach & adjustable free-stroke –- a Deore XT exclusive
• 515g/pr

BR-M775: High Power Hydraulic Disc Brake
• Mono-block caliper for lightweight and rigidity
• New rotor designs in 160, 180, and 203mm sizes
• High Power: 20% more stopping power when used with the new XT ST-M775 Dual Control Lever or separate BL-M755 Disc Brake Lever
• Compatible with all current hardware and pads
• 224g/pr (calipers only) or 316g/wheel (160mm caliper, adaptor, hose & rotor)

Servo-Wave: An Exclusive Feature of the New Deore XT High Power Braking System
The new Servo-Wave equipped Deore XT disc brake levers provide both clearance & power. Available in Dual Control Levers or individual brake levers, this feature provides plenty of pad clearance while delivering substantial power. Combined with the new, stiffer, mono-block XT caliper an additional 20% more power is on tap.

Ergonomic tuning has also been enhanced with another XT exclusive: brake levers that have adjustable lever free-stroke as well as adjustable reach, resulting in a system that can be tuned to each individual’s anatomy and preferences.

BL-M775 Servo Wave Hydraulic Disc Brake Lever
• Servo Wave mechanism creates quicker brake engagement without reducing brake pad clearance at the caliper – this feature is unique to new Deore XT!
• 20% more stopping power when used with the new mono-block XT caliper
• Adjustable reach & adjustable free-stroke –- a Deore XT exclusive
• Ergonomic lever design
• No hassle cable routing
• 128g/p

SL-M770: RapidFire Shift Lever
Like XTR, the new XT shift levers have 2-Way Release and Instant Release shifting. The shift unit also has a two position mounting bracket for inboard or outboard brake lever mounting.

• Separate shift levers best used with RD-M770 top normal rear derailleur
• 2-way release trigger allows thumb or finger actuation
• Instant release for instant cable response
• 2-position mounting bracket allows for inboard or outboard placement
• Removable Optical Gear Display with integrated cover plate
• Floating OGD provides clearance for remote suspension lockout.
• 260g/pr

New PD-M770 Pedal with 352g

New wheelsets WH-M776 and WH-M775

WH-M776: 20mm Thru Axle All-Mountain Wheelset
For the first time, Deore XT will feature an option for a 20mm through axle front hub and also a wheelset featuring the same through axle front hub and wider rims. Current trail riding has spawned a number of lightweight, long-travel, though axle forks that were made to soak up the bumps and provide precise steering. Having the right front hub completes the equation, and the new Deore XT fits the bill with precision angular contact bearings that are fully adjustable, efficient under any load, completely rebuildable, and specified as a factory matched set. The XT freehub has been redesigned for quick engagement (10 degrees max) and minimum drag. The result is a highly efficient hub that lends itself to technical riding.

• 10 degree engagement Freehub body
• Center Lock disc brake compatible with 20mm oversized through axle
• 7075 T6 alloy oversized axles
• Wider rim (23mm) for better wide tread profiles
• Standard size Center Lock interface
• Angular contact bearings ensure long life and maximum efficiency
• 24 spoke design
• Alloy nipples / 14g spokes
• Tube and tubeless tire compatible
• 2050g

WH-M775 Disc Brake XC Wheel Set
• M775 (559×19)Center Lock disc brake compatible with standard Q/R front hub
• 14/15/14g spokes
• 7075 T6 alloy oversized axles
• Angular contact bearings ensure long life and maximum efficiency
• 24 spoke design
• Alloy nipples
• Tube and tubeless tire compatible
• 1660g

The weights:
Gearshifter SL-M770 255g - 5g
Dual Control ST-M775 512g + 32g
Front Derailleur Top-Swing FD-M770 152g - 14g
Rear Derailleur Shadow RD-M772-SGS 235g - 30g
Rear Derailleur Low Normal RD-M770-SGS 239g - 26g
Chrank 44-32-22T FC-M770 853g - 7g
Cassette 11-34T CS-M770 297g + 4g
Cassette 11-32T CS-M770 256g - 8g
Brakelever BL-M775 128g + 3g
BR-M775 223g + 12g
Disc 160mm SM-RT78 151g - 5g
Hose 800mm SM-BH59 23g - 5g
SPD-Pedal PD-M770 352g

Availability in the market: July 2007!