Shimano 105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER RIM BRAKE 2X11s Compatibility Guide
Quick Verdict
This Shimano 105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER RIM BRAKE 2X11s is a Shimano Road / Gravel shifter. It requires a 11-speed drivetrain and compatible components. It is designed for cable shifting systems. For best performance, use with other R7000 Series components, though it is mechanically compatible with the parts listed below.
Note on Compatibility: These recommendations are based on mechanical standards and manufacturer specifications. While parts may be technically compatible, mixing brands or categories (e.g., Road and MTB) may affect shift quality or aesthetic cohesion.
Compatible brake calipers for 105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER RIM BRAKE 2X11s
20 total resultsRecommended Pairing
20Road
Shimano
105 DIRECT MOUNT FRONT BRAKE CALIPER
Why it fits
- Matches rim standard
Shimano
105 DUAL-PIVOT BRAKE CALIPER
Why it fits
- Matches rim standard
Shimano
105 HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE FRONT CALIPER
Why it fits
- Matches hydraulic disc standard
Shimano
105 HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE REAR CALIPER
Why it fits
- Matches hydraulic disc standard
Shimano
105 REAR SEAT STAY MOUNT REAR BRAKE CALIPER
Why it fits
- Matches rim standard
Shimano
105 BRAKE CALIPER
Why it fits
- Matches hydraulic disc standard
Shimano
CLARIS DUAL-PIVOT BRAKE CALIPER
Why it fits
- Matches rim standard
General
Shimano
2-PISTON BRAKE CALIPER
Why it fits
- Matches hydraulic disc standard
Shimano
2-PISTON FLAT MOUNT BRAKE CALIPER
Why it fits
- Matches hydraulic disc standard
Shimano
BRAKE CABLE
Why it fits
- Matches rim standard
Shimano
CUES FLAT MOUNT BRAKE CALIPER
Why it fits
- Matches hydraulic disc standard
Shimano
CUES FLAT MOUNT HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE CALIPER
Why it fits
- Matches hydraulic disc standard
Shimano
CUES FLAT MOUNT HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE CALIPER
Why it fits
- Matches hydraulic disc standard
Shimano
CUES HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE 2-PISTON CALIPER
Why it fits
- Matches hydraulic disc standard
Shimano
CUES HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE 4-PISTON CALIPER
Why it fits
- Matches hydraulic disc standard
MTB
Shimano
DEORE 2-PISTON BRAKE CALIPER
Why it fits
- Matches hydraulic disc standard
Shimano
DEORE 2-PISTON BRAKE CALIPER
Why it fits
- Matches hydraulic disc standard
Compatible front derailleurs for 105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER RIM BRAKE 2X11s
19 total resultsRecommended Pairing
2
Shimano
105 FRONT DERAILLEUR (BRAZED-ON MOUNT) 2X11s
Why it fits
- Matches required 11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
Shimano
105 FRONT DERAILLEUR (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 2X11s
Why it fits
- Matches required 11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
Technically Compatible
17Matches required mechanical standards, but may not be the manufacturer-intended pairing.
General
Shimano
CUES SIDE SWING FRONT DERAILLEUR (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 2X11/10s
Why it fits
- Matches required 10/11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
Shimano
CUES SIDE SWING FRONT DERAILLEUR (DIRECT MOUNT) 2X11/10s
Why it fits
- Matches required 10/11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
Shimano
CUES SIDE SWING FRONT DERAILLEUR (E-TYPE WITHOUT BOTTOM BRACKET PLATE MOUNT) 2X11/10s
Why it fits
- Matches required 10/11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
Shimano
CUES TOP SWING FRONT DERAILLEUR (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 2X11/10s
Why it fits
- Matches required 10/11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
Shimano
CUES TOP SWING FRONT DERAILLEUR (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 2X11/10s
Why it fits
- Matches required 10/11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
MTB
Shimano
DEORE FRONT DERAILLEUR SIDE SWING CLAMP BAND MOUNT 2X11s
Why it fits
- Matches required 11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
Shimano
DEORE FRONT DERAILLEUR SIDE SWING DIRECT MOUNT 2X11s
Why it fits
- Matches required 11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
Shimano
DEORE FRONT DERAILLEUR SIDE SWING E-TYPE MOUNT 2X11s
Why it fits
- Matches required 11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
Shimano
SLX FRONT DERAILLEUR DOWN SWING (DIRECT MOUNT) 2X11s
Why it fits
- Matches required 11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
Shimano
SLX FRONT DERAILLEUR DOWN SWING (HIGH CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 2X11s
Why it fits
- Matches required 11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
Shimano
SLX FRONT DERAILLEUR TOP SWING (LOW CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 2X11s
Why it fits
- Matches required 11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
Road
Shimano
DURA-ACE FRONT DERAILLEUR (BRAZED-ON MOUNT) 2X11s
Why it fits
- Matches required 11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
Shimano
DURA-ACE FRONT DERAILLEUR (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 2X11s
Why it fits
- Matches required 11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
Shimano
ULTEGRA FRONT DERAILLEUR (BRAZED-ON MOUNT) 2X11s
Why it fits
- Matches required 11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
Shimano
ULTEGRA FRONT DERAILLEUR (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 2X11s
Why it fits
- Matches required 11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
Gravel
Shimano
GRX FRONT DERAILLEUR 2X11s
Why it fits
- Matches required 11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
Shimano
GRX-LIMITED FRONT DERAILLEUR 2X11s
Why it fits
- Matches required 11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
Compatible rear derailleurs for 105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER RIM BRAKE 2X11s
15 total resultsRecommended Pairing
1
Shimano
105 REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 11s
Why it fits
- Matches required 11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
- Uses shimano hg standard
Technically Compatible
14Matches required mechanical standards, but may not be the manufacturer-intended pairing.
General
Shimano
CUES REAR DERAILLEUR 11s
Why it fits
- Matches required 11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
- Uses shimano hg standard
Shimano
CUES REAR DERAILLEUR 11s (FOR 11-45T)
Why it fits
- Matches required 11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
- Uses shimano hg standard
Shimano
CUES REAR DERAILLEUR 11s (FOR 11-50T)
Why it fits
- Matches required 11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
- Uses shimano hg standard
MTB
Shimano
DEORE REAR DERAILLEUR 2/11, 1X10, 2X10s
Why it fits
- Matches required 10/11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
- Uses shimano hg standard
Shimano
DEORE REAR DERAILLEUR 2X10/11s
Why it fits
- Matches required 10/11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
- Uses shimano hg standard
Shimano
DEORE XT REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 11s
Why it fits
- Matches required 11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
- Uses shimano hg standard
Shimano
SLX REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 11s
Why it fits
- Matches required 11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
- Uses shimano hg standard
Road
Shimano
DURA-ACE REAR DERAILLEUR 11s
Why it fits
- Matches required 11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
- Uses shimano hg standard
Shimano
ULTEGRA REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 11s
Why it fits
- Matches required 11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
- Uses shimano hg standard
Shimano
ULTEGRA REAR DERAILLEUR SHORT CAGE 11s
Why it fits
- Matches required 11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
- Uses shimano hg standard
Gravel
Shimano
GRX REAR DERAILLEUR 11s (FOR 11-30/32/34T)
Why it fits
- Matches required 11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
- Uses shimano hg standard
Shimano
GRX REAR DERAILLEUR 11s (FOR 11-40/42T)
Why it fits
- Matches required 11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
- Uses shimano hg standard
Shimano
GRX-LIMITED REAR DERAILLEUR 11s (FOR 11-30/32/34T)
Why it fits
- Matches required 11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
- Uses shimano hg standard
Shimano
GRX-LIMITED REAR DERAILLEUR 11s (FOR 11-40/42T)
Why it fits
- Matches required 11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
- Uses shimano hg standard
Frequently Asked Questions
What fits with Shimano 105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER RIM BRAKE 2X11s?
Shimano 105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER RIM BRAKE 2X11s is compatible with brake calipers, front derailleurs, rear derailleurs that match its technical standards. Most importantly, it requires matching 11-speed components.
Can I use a higher or lower speed chain with Shimano 105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER RIM BRAKE 2X11s?
No, Shimano 105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER RIM BRAKE 2X11s requires a 11-speed chain. Chains for different speeds have different external widths and internal profiles, which will cause poor shifting or mechanical interference.
Does this Shimano 105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER RIM BRAKE 2X11s work with electronic shifting like Di2 or AXS?
No, this is a mechanical cable-actuated component. Electronic systems use internal motors and proprietary signals that are physically and electrically incompatible with mechanical components.
Is Shimano 105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER RIM BRAKE 2X11s compatible with disc brakes?
No, Shimano 105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER RIM BRAKE 2X11s is designed specifically for rim systems. The mounting standards and architectural requirements for rim brakes are completely different and cannot be mixed.
Does the mounting standard of Shimano 105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER RIM BRAKE 2X11s affect drivetrain compatibility?
The mounting standard (such as drop_bars) primarily determines how the part attaches to the bike frame or handlebars. It does not directly affect the mechanical shifting compatibility, as long as the speed and brand standards match.
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