The Shimano Deore XT M8000 Rear Derailleur is based around years of classic Shimano MTB design combined with state-of-the-art innovations, resulting in clean, fluid shifting. This Shimano MTB Rear Derailleur has been crafted from high-quality materials with an impressive strength to weight ratio capable of handling the brutalities of MTB. Performance is efficient and instant thanks to Shadow Plus technology, which features a chain stabilising switch which will reduce chain bounce in rough terrain; maintaining more stable driving and shifting. Chain tension can easily be tailored to your pursuits via the use of a hex key.All components of the Deore XT have been perfectly designed to work in complete harmony and increase efficiency. Four fluorine-coated link pin bushings make shifting slick and high rigidity wide outer link braces the pulley body to increase pivot joint rigidity resulting in a crisp shift. The lightweight and open design features direct cable routing and a low profile to minimise the risk of trail side hazards. Shifting has never been so slick as with the Shimano Deore XT M8000 Rear Derailleur!Shimano Deore XT M8000 Rear Derailleur Highlights-Direct Mount gives a simpler, cleaner lookDeore XT Shadow Dyna-Sys11 11-speed rear derailleur delivers reliable and precise shifting with a stiff and lightweight open designShadow features a super low profile design that reduces the risk of damage from trail side hazardsShadow Plus chain stabilising switchDirect cable routing prevents snagging from any trail side hazardsFour fluorine-coated link pin bushings make this one of the slickest shifting derailleurs on the trailsHigh rigidity wide outer link braces the pulley bodyStrong return spring for a positive shifting feelDurable sealed bearing pulleys40T (42T for 1x 11-speed) capacity GS/SGS cage"