Is Shimano 105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER 2X12s compatible with Shimano XTR REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s?

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Not Compatible

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Issues found between Shimano 105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER 2X12s and Shimano XTR REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s

Notes & Caveats

  • Front speed mismatch: 105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER 2X12s (2x) is not compatible with XTR REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s (1x)
  • Front speed mismatch: XTR REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s (1x) is not compatible with 105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER 2X12s (2x)

Part A

Shimano 105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER 2X12s

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Part B

Shimano XTR REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use Shimano 105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER 2X12s with Shimano XTR REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s?

No — Shimano 105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER 2X12s and Shimano XTR REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s are not compatible. Front speed mismatch: 105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER 2X12s (2x) is not compatible with XTR REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s (1x) Front speed mismatch: XTR REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s (1x) is not compatible with 105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER 2X12s (2x) Always confirm the exact specs before buying.

Do Shimano 105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER 2X12s and Shimano XTR REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s use the same number of speeds?

Yes, both are 12-speed components. Matching the speed count is the single most important drivetrain requirement — the cassette spacing and cable pull are designed around it.

Are Shimano 105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER 2X12s and Shimano XTR REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s the same shifting type?

Yes, both are mechanical (cable-actuated). The cable pull ratio must still match between brands and generations for precise shifting.

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