ALTUS FRONT DERAILLEUR DOWN SWING (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 3X9s (FD-M2000-DS6)

Specifications

Manufacturer
Shimano
Name
ALTUS FRONT DERAILLEUR DOWN SWING (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 3X9s (FD-M2000-DS6)
Series
M2000
MPN
FD-M2000-DS6
Shifting Type
Cable
Slot consumption
All
Slots
Front Derailleur
Front Speeds
3
Groupset
Altus
Drivetrain Brand
Shimano
Rear Speeds
9

Shimano ALTUS FRONT DERAILLEUR DOWN SWING (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 3X9s (FD-M2000-DS6)

Front Derailleur

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Compatibility

This Shimano ALTUS FRONT DERAILLEUR DOWN SWING (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 3X9s (FD-M2000-DS6) is a Shimano MTB front derailleur. It requires a 9-speed drivetrain and compatible components. It is designed for cable shifting systems. For best performance, use with other M2000 components, though it is mechanically compatible with the parts listed below.

Compatible Shifters20

ALTUS SHIFT LEVER RIGHT 9sRecommended

Shimano

ALTUS SHIFT LEVER RIGHT 9s

  • Matches required 9-speed standard
  • Uses cable shifting type
A5 Shift Lever (SL-A0906-R)Compatible

LTWOO

A5 Shift Lever (SL-A0906-R)

  • Matches required 9-speed standard
  • Uses cable shifting type
ACERA SHIFT LEVER RIGHT 9sCompatible

Shimano

ACERA SHIFT LEVER RIGHT 9s

  • Matches required 9-speed standard
  • Uses cable shifting type
ALFINE HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE LEVER I-SPEC B CLAMP BANDCompatible

Shimano

ALFINE HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE LEVER I-SPEC B CLAMP BAND

  • Uses cable shifting type
ALIVIO SHIFT LEVER LEFT 3X9sCompatible

Shimano

ALIVIO SHIFT LEVER LEFT 3X9s

  • Matches required 9-speed standard
  • Uses cable shifting type
ALIVIO SHIFT LEVER LEFT 9sCompatible

Shimano

ALIVIO SHIFT LEVER LEFT 9s

  • Matches required 9-speed standard
  • Uses cable shifting type
ASSIST SWITCHCompatible

Shimano

ASSIST SWITCH

  • Uses cable shifting type
BRAKE LEVER I-SPEC EV CLAMP BANDCompatible

Shimano

BRAKE LEVER I-SPEC EV CLAMP BAND

  • Uses cable shifting type
BRAKE LEVER I-SPEC II CLAMP BANDCompatible

Shimano

BRAKE LEVER I-SPEC II CLAMP BAND

CUES HYDRAULIC BRAKE LEVER FOR SINGLECompatible

Shimano

CUES HYDRAULIC BRAKE LEVER FOR SINGLE

  • Uses cable shifting type
CUES HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE LEVER I-SPEC II CLAMP BANDCompatible

Shimano

CUES HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE LEVER I-SPEC II CLAMP BAND

  • Uses cable shifting type
CUES HYDRAULIC DUAL CONTROL LEVER FOR DOUBLECompatible

Shimano

CUES HYDRAULIC DUAL CONTROL LEVER FOR DOUBLE

  • Uses cable shifting type
CUES SHIFT LEVER SHORT REACH 9sCompatible

Shimano

CUES SHIFT LEVER SHORT REACH 9s

  • Matches required 9-speed standard
  • Uses cable shifting type
CUES SHIFTER CLAMP BAND 9s (SL-U4000-9R)Compatible

Shimano

CUES SHIFTER CLAMP BAND 9s (SL-U4000-9R)

  • Matches required 9-speed standard
  • Uses cable shifting type
CUES SHIFTER CLAMP BAND 9s (SL-U4010-9R)Compatible

Shimano

CUES SHIFTER CLAMP BAND 9s (SL-U4010-9R)

  • Matches required 9-speed standard
  • Uses cable shifting type
DEORE BRAKE LEVER I-SPEC EVCompatible

Shimano

DEORE BRAKE LEVER I-SPEC EV

  • Uses cable shifting type
DEORE XT 3-FINGER HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE LEVERCompatible

Shimano

DEORE XT 3-FINGER HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE LEVER

  • Uses cable shifting type
DEORE XT BRAKE LEVERCompatible

Shimano

DEORE XT BRAKE LEVER

  • Uses cable shifting type
DEORE XT BRAKE LEVER I-SPEC EV CLAMP BANDCompatible

Shimano

DEORE XT BRAKE LEVER I-SPEC EV CLAMP BAND

  • Uses cable shifting type
DROPPER SEAT POST LEVERCompatible

Shimano

DROPPER SEAT POST LEVER

  • Uses cable shifting type

Compatible Cranksets17

Compatible Chains11

Frequently Asked Questions

What fits with Shimano ALTUS FRONT DERAILLEUR DOWN SWING (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 3X9s (FD-M2000-DS6)?

Shimano ALTUS FRONT DERAILLEUR DOWN SWING (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 3X9s (FD-M2000-DS6) is compatible with frames, shifters, cranksets, chains that match its technical standards. Most importantly, it requires matching 9-speed components.

Can I use a higher or lower speed chain with Shimano ALTUS FRONT DERAILLEUR DOWN SWING (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 3X9s (FD-M2000-DS6)?

No, Shimano ALTUS FRONT DERAILLEUR DOWN SWING (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 3X9s (FD-M2000-DS6) requires a 9-speed chain. Chains for different speeds have different external widths and internal profiles, which will cause poor shifting or mechanical interference.

Does this Shimano ALTUS FRONT DERAILLEUR DOWN SWING (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 3X9s (FD-M2000-DS6) 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.

Can I mix Shimano ALTUS FRONT DERAILLEUR DOWN SWING (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 3X9s (FD-M2000-DS6) with Road components?

While some mechanical standards (like cassette spacing at certain speeds) may overlap, Shimano ALTUS FRONT DERAILLEUR DOWN SWING (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 3X9s (FD-M2000-DS6) is optimized for MTB use. Mixing with Road parts often fails due to differing pull ratios and chainlines.