New From Shimano, 2011 XTR And Dura Ace Wheels & Pedals. Check out the weights of the 2011 XTR HERE
New
SHIMANO XTR developed for XC and AM category Rider
Tuned concept widens XTR user profile
Peterborough (Ontario, CAN) June 28, 2010 - In the development phase of the new
XTR group, Shimano engineers and designers focused on a rider-tuned concept
which means that the components have been engineered to perfectly match the
needs and riding styles of individual mountain bikers. This broadens the scope
of XTR and makes it the benchmark not only for Cross Country (XC) racers but
for All Mountain (AM) riders too.
The new SHIMANO XTR offers a wide range of products in an attractive design
that will raise the bar in mountain bike components and appeal to a wide
variety of riders.
The XTR components for XC will set a new benchmark in terms of a super
lightweight design while offering a further improved smooth and effortless
handling. The dedicated All Mountain components have been developed with a hard
core usage in mind, focusing on rigidity and extra brake power for example.
Highlight of the new group is the 10-speed Dyna-Sys drivetrain system with
triple and double crankset options. Finally an efficient and functional 3 X 10
drivetrain will be available that will for sure be popular amongst a wide range
of mountain bikers. Dyna-Sys, introduced earlier this year at DEORE XT and SLX
level, creates real added benefits to the rider:
Dyna-Sys
It’s not only an extra gear…
It’s about
closer gear ratios for a smoother shifting performance and improved power
transfer
It’s about riding optimized gear combinations that improve efficiency and
durability
It’s all about performance: Dyna-Sys offers a more stable drivetrain for any
type of rider!
Ice-Tec
Shimano is introducing a completely new cooling technology for disc brakes
named “Ice-Tec”. Ice-Tec brake pads and rotors significantly reduce heat
build-up in the disc brake system. This in turn reduces fading, which assures
consistently high braking performance even on long downhill stretches. It also
results in longer pad life and substantially quieter braking.
Ice-Tec brake pads have been provided with an aluminum radiator fin with a
stainless steel two layer back plate structure. Ice-Tec rotors have an aluminum
core sandwiched in stainless steel for improved heat dissipation.
I-Spec
The new XTR offers an integrated mount system for the brake lever and shift
lever, named “I-Spec”. With I-Spec, only one clamp band is needed which looks
good and saves space on the handlebar besides saving around 10g. Horizontal
micro-adjustment is possible for a customized set-up.
Pedals and wheels
Following the “Rider Tuned” concept, XTR will include two types of SPD pedals.
One model has been developed for Cross Country usage focusing on a super
lightweight design. The other model is targeted to All Mountain riders, with a
wider platform for an improved grip. Also many wheel choices will be available
for any kind of riding style from XC Racing to All Mountain.
SL-M980 RAPIDFIRE PLUS Shift
Levers · Precise, vivid index
shifting in all gear positions · Instant Release, Multi
Release, Two Way Release for quick and versatile operation · Improved ergonomics,
anti-slip dimples for a better control · 4-bearing construction
for ultra-smooth, effortless shifting · Compatible with double
and triple front derailleurs by a mode converter
SL-M980-I RAPIDFIRE PLUS Shift
Levers I-Spec · Same features and
benefits as SL-M980 · Integration mount system
for brake lever and shift lever · Unified clamp band for
clean appearance and light weight design · Horizontal
micro-adjustment for perfect set-up on the handlebar
FC-M980 Triple Crankset 42-32-24T · Dyna-Sys 3 X 10 for all
riding conditions · HOLLOWTECH II technology · Close ratio gear
combination · Durable titanium/carbon
composite middle chainring
FC-M980 Double Crankset 38-26T · Dyna-Sys 2 X 10 All
Mountain usage · HOLLOWTECH II technology
FC-M985 Double Crankset 42-30T,
40-28T, 44-30T · Dyna-Sys 2 X 10 race
inspired · HOLLOWTECH II technology · Close ratio gear
combination · Narrower Q-factor · DUAL SPIKE technology for
faster, smoother gear shifts
SM-BB91 Press Fit Bottom Bracket
Cups · Special fitted cups, by
pressing them inside the frame · Great looks and
protection against weather influences · Best balance of power
transfer and lightweight design
CN-M980 Chain · 10-speed chain developed
specially for MTB use · Excellent mud shedding
design · Directional chain for
optimized shifting performance at front and rear · Hollow connecting pins to
save weight · Not compatible with
10-speed for road
FD-M980 Triple Top Swing Front
Derailleur FD-M980-E Triple Top Swing Front
Derailleur, BB mount FD-M981 Triple Down Swing Front
Derailleur FD-M981-D Triple Down Swing Front
Derailleur, direct mount FD-M985 Double Top Swing Front
Derailleur FD-M985-E Double Top Swing Front
Derailleur, BB mount FD-M986 Double Down Swing Front
Derailleur FD-M986-D Double Down Swing Front
Derailleur, direct mount · Reliable, light action
performance · Adapted for
full-suspension bikes · Hollow link pin structure · Easy access fixing and
adjustment screws
RD-M980-GS/SGS SHADOW Rear Derailleur · Low profile design to
reduce the risk of damage · Accurate and effortless
10-speed shifting for MTB · Shorter cage reduces
chain bounce and improves ground clearance · Sealed bearing pulleys
reduce friction
CS-M980 HYPERGLIDE 10-speed
Cassette Sprockets · Special tooth profile for
HG-X chains and SHADOW rear derailleur · Quick, smooth and
consistent shifting · 3-piece spider arm
structure for ultimate rigidity · 5 titanium sprockets to
save weight · Gear combinations: 11-34T,
11-36T
BL-M985 (XC) Disc Brake Levers BR-M985 Disc Brake Calipers SM-BH90-SB Disc Brake Hose · Integrated barrel
reservoir design: Compact, lightweight and easy to maintain · 13mm wide brake lever
with ergonomic pivot and anti-slip dimples on the surface · Oversized full ceramic
pistons for optimized weight, durability and insulation · One-Way bleed system and
improved oil routing · One piece brake caliper · High power brake hose · XC: Resin pads with
aluminum back plate and metal pads with stainless steel back plate · AM: Ice-Tec resin and
metal brake pads for consistent brake power at long and technical descents · Split clamp · I-Spec compatible
BL-M988 (AM) Disc Brake Levers · New Servo Wave mechanism
with shorter stroke for 25% higher lever input · Less free stroke for more
aggressive riding · Reach adjust and free
stroke adjust · 14mm wide brake lever
with ergonomic pivot and anti-slip dimples on the surface · I-Spec compatible
SM-RT98SS Ice-Tec Center Lock rotor
140mm (rear only) SM-RT98S Ice-Tec Center Lock rotor
160mm SM-RT98M Ice-Tec Center Lock rotor
180mm SM-RT98L Ice-Tec Center Lock rotor
203mm · Ice-Tec for consistent
braking performance · 3 layer sandwich
structure: aluminum core sandwiched in stainless steel · Aluminum core dissipates
heat faster · Excellent mud shedding
design for longer rotor and pad life
F01C Ice-Tec Resin Brake Pads F03C Ice-Tec Metal Brake Pads · Ice-Tec brake pads for
consistent braking performance · Aluminum radiator fin
with stainless steel 2 layer back plate structure
PD-M980 XC Pedals · Efficient power transfer
due to increased pedal-shoe interface (270% more shoe/pedal contact compared to
PD-M970) · Lighter, low profile
design · Robust, dependable SPD
functions · Improved mud shedding
design with oval-shaped axle body housing
PD-M985 AM Pedals · Increased pedal-shoe
interface (170% more shoe/pedal contact compared to PD-M980) for safer,
comfortable trail surfing · Wider platform for a
better grip · Wider bearing spacing for
enhanced durability · Integrated pedal cage
protects bindings and ensures stability even when shoe cleats are not engaged · Excellent mud shedding
design with oval-shaped axle body housing
HB-M985 Front Hub FH-M985 Rear Freehub · Cup and cone bearings
with double contact sealing · High rigidity and
lightweight 14mm aluminum axle with QR lever · Freehub body design for
quick engagement · Center Lock rotor mount
system
HB-M988 Front Hub with 15mm E-Thru
system FH-M988 Rear Freehub with 12mm
E-Thru system SM-AX75 12mm E-Thru Axle · High rigidity with E-Thru
axle system · New titanium freehub body
for quick engagement and perfect traction · Cup and cone bearings
with double contact sealing · Freehub body design for
quick engagement · Center Lock rotor mount
system
WH-M985-F (XC) Front Wheel WH-M985-F15 (XC) Front Wheel with 15mm
E-Thru system WH-M985-R (XC) Rear Wheel · Super lightweight
scandium 19C tubeless rims · 14mm aluminum axle with
QR lever (M985-F/M985-R) · 15mm E-Thru system with
high rigidity axle (M985-F15) · Center Lock rotor mount
system
WH-M988-F15 (AM)
Front Wheel with 15mm E-Thru system WH-M988-R12 (AM)
Rear Wheel with 12mm E-Thru system WH-M988-R (AM) Rear Wheel · Super lightweight
scandium 21C tubeless rims · New titanium freehub body
for quick engagement and perfect traction
· Center Lock rotor mount
system
Shimano presents new DURA-ACE wheels and pedals
Peterborough (Ontario, CAN), June 28, 2010 - Shimano has updated the DURA-ACE
wheel set line-up completely, offering the perfect high-end road racing wheels
for all riding circumstances. Besides the available rim choices of 24 and 50mm
height, Shimano is now also offering a 35mm carbon rim that offers an excellent
combination of high rigidity, low weight and excellent aerodynamics. All new
wheel sets feature the new DURA-ACE 7900 hubs with Shimano’s proven
cup-and-cone technology as well as a new bearing adjustment system that enables
easy manual adjustment without the use of a cone wrench.
These DURA-ACE wheel sets have been tested extensively in the previous year by
many professional riders, including Oscar Freire and Robert Gesink (Rabobank),
Samuel Sanchez (Euskaltel) and Juan Antonio Flecha (SKY). Also the new carbon
composite DURA-ACE pedals were tested by our sponsored professional teams over
the previous year.
An overview of the new DURA-ACE products:
PD-7900
· DURA-ACE carbon composite SPD-SL pedals
· Maintaining all SPD-SL features and benefits
· Weight: 248g per pair
· Availability in the market: September 2010
WH-7900-C24-CL
· DURA-ACE Clincher wheel set with carbon laminated
ultra thin aluminum rims
· Rim height: 24mm
· 16 butted, bladed, stainless steel spokes in the
front and 20 in the rear wheel
· Weight: 1395g per set
· Availability in the market: November 2010
WH-7900-C24-TL
· DURA-ACE Tubeless wheel set with carbon laminated
ultra thin aluminum rims
· Rim height: 24mm
· 16 butted, bladed, stainless steel spokes in the
front and 20 in the rear wheel
· Weight: 1464g per set
· Availability in the market: November 2010
WH-7900-C35-CL
· DURA-ACE Clincher wheel set with carbon-aluminum
rims
· Rim height: 35mm
· 16 butted, bladed, stainless steel spokes in the
front and 20 in the rear wheel
· Weight: 1627g per set
· Availability in the market: October 2010
WH-7900-C35-TU
· DURA-ACE Tubular wheel set with full carbon rims
· Rim height: 35mm
· 16 butted, bladed, stainless steel spokes in the
front and 20 in the rear wheel
· Weight: 1339g per set
· Availability in the market: October 2010
WH-7900-C50-CL
· DURA-ACE Clincher wheel set with carbon-aluminum
rims
· Rim height: 50mm
· 16 butted, bladed, stainless steel spokes in the
front and 20 in the rear wheel
· Weight: 1662g per set
· Availability in the market: April 2011
WH-7900-C50-TU
· DURA-ACE Tubular wheel set with full carbon rims
· Rim height: 50mm
· 16 butted, bladed, stainless steel spokes in the
front and 20 in the rear wheel
· Weight: 1396g per set
· Availability in the market: April 2011
