
Specifications
- Manufacturer
- Shimano
- Name
- CLARIS REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 8s
- Series
- R2000
- MPN
- RD-R2000-GS
- Shifting Type
- Cable
- Slot consumption
- All
- Slots
- Rear Derailleur
- Groupset
- Claris
- Drivetrain Brand
- Shimano
- Rear Speeds
- 8
Shimano CLARIS REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 8s
Rear Derailleur
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Compatibility
This Shimano CLARIS REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 8s is a Shimano Road rear derailleur. It requires a 8-speed drivetrain and compatible components. It is designed for cable shifting systems. For best performance, use with other R2000 components, though it is mechanically compatible with the parts listed below.
Compatible Shifters20
RecommendedShimano
CLARIS BRAKE LEVER
- Uses cable shifting type
RecommendedShimano
CLARIS DUAL CONTROL LEVER 2X8s
- Matches required 8-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
RecommendedShimano
CLARIS DUAL CONTROL LEVER 3X8s
- Matches required 8-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
RecommendedShimano
CLARIS DUAL CONTROL LEVER 8s
- Matches required 8-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
RecommendedShimano
CLARIS LEFT SHIFT LEVER FLAT BAR ROAD 2X8s
- Matches required 8-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
RecommendedShimano
CLARIS LEFT SHIFT LEVER FLAT BAR ROAD 3X8s
- Matches required 8-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
RecommendedShimano
CLARIS LEFT SHIFT/BRAKE LEVER FLAT BAR ROAD 2X8s
- Matches required 8-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
RecommendedShimano
CLARIS LEFT SHIFT/BRAKE LEVER FLAT BAR ROAD 3X8s
- Matches required 8-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
RecommendedShimano
CLARIS RIGHT SHIFT LEVER FLAT BAR ROAD 8s
- Matches required 8-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
RecommendedShimano
CLARIS RIGHT SHIFT/BRAKE LEVER FLAT BAR ROAD 8s
- Matches required 8-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleLTWOO
A3 Shift Lever (SL-A0806-R)
- Matches required 8-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleShimano
ALFINE HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE LEVER I-SPEC B CLAMP BAND
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleShimano
ALFINE SHIFT LEVER 8s
- Matches required 8-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleShimano
ASSIST SWITCH
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleShimano
BRAKE LEVER I-SPEC EV CLAMP BAND
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleShimano
BRAKE LEVER I-SPEC II CLAMP BAND
CompatibleShimano
CUES HYDRAULIC BRAKE LEVER FOR SINGLE
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleShimano
CUES HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE LEVER I-SPEC II CLAMP BAND
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleShimano
CUES HYDRAULIC DUAL CONTROL LEVER FOR DOUBLE
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleShimano
CUES MECHANICAL DUAL CONTROL LEVER FOR DOUBLE
- Uses cable shifting type
Compatible Cassettes5
CompatibleShimano
ALFINE SINGLE SPROCKET
CompatibleShimano
HG CASSETTE 8s (CS-HG300-8)
- Matches required 8-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg standard
CompatibleShimano
HG CASSETTE 8s (CS-HG400-8)
- Matches required 8-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg standard
CompatibleShimano
HG CASSETTE 8s (CS-HG50-8)
- Matches required 8-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg standard
CompatibleShimano
TX HG CASSETTE 8s
- Matches required 8-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg standard
Compatible Cranksets20
RecommendedShimano
CLARIS CRANKSET 2X8s
- Matches required 8-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg standard
RecommendedShimano
CLARIS CRANKSET 3X8s
- Matches required 8-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg standard
RecommendedShimano
CLARIS CRANKSET WITH CHAIN GUARD 2X8s
- Matches required 8-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg standard
RecommendedShimano
CLARIS CRANKSET WITH CHAIN GUARD 3X8s
- Matches required 8-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg standard
CompatibleShimano
ALFINE CRANKSET WITH CHAIN GUARD
CompatibleShimano
CRANKSET 2X8s
- Matches required 8-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg standard
CompatibleShimano
DEORE XT E-BIKE HOLLOWTECH CRANK ARM SET M8000
- Uses shimano hg standard
CompatibleShimano
E-BIKE CRANK ARM SET (FC-E5000)
- Uses shimano hg standard
CompatibleShimano
E-BIKE CRANK ARM SET (FC-EM600)
- Uses shimano hg standard
CompatibleShimano
E-BIKE CRANK ARM SET (FC-EN500)
- Uses shimano hg standard
CompatibleSRAM
Eagle 70 Transmission E-MTB Crank Assembly
CompatibleSRAM
Eagle 90 Transmission E-MTB Crank Assembly
CompatibleSRAM
Eagle S100 Crank Assembly
CompatibleSRAM
GX Eagle E-MTB Crank Assembly
CompatibleShimano
NEXUS CRANKSET
CompatibleSRAM
RED Crankarm Assembly
CompatibleWheelTop
Road Carbon Fiber Crankset (BCD)
CompatibleWheelTop
Road Carbon Fiber Crankset (Direct Mount)
CompatibleSRAM
S-300 Crankset
CompatibleShimano
TOURNEY CRANKSET 2X8/7s
- Matches required 7/8-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg standard
Compatible Chains6
CompatibleShimano
ALFINE DOUBLE PULLEY CHAIN TENSIONER
CompatibleShimano
ALFINE SINGLE FIXED PULLEY CHAIN TENSIONER
CompatibleShimano
CHAIN DEVICE D-TYPE MOUNT
- Uses shimano hg standard
CompatibleShimano
CHAIN DEVICE E-TYPE MOUNT
- Uses shimano hg standard
CompatibleShimano
CHAIN DEVICE ISCG05 MOUNT
- Uses shimano hg standard
CompatibleShimano
CN-HG40 HG CHAIN 6, 7, 8s
- Matches required 8-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg standard
Frequently Asked Questions
What fits with Shimano CLARIS REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 8s?
Shimano CLARIS REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 8s is compatible with shifters, cassettes, cranksets, chains that match its technical standards. Most importantly, it requires matching 8-speed components.
Can I use a higher or lower speed chain with Shimano CLARIS REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 8s?
No, Shimano CLARIS REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 8s requires a 8-speed chain. Chains for different speeds have different external widths and internal profiles, which will cause poor shifting or mechanical interference.
Does this Shimano CLARIS REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 8s 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 CLARIS REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 8s with MTB components?
While some mechanical standards (like cassette spacing at certain speeds) may overlap, Shimano CLARIS REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 8s is optimized for Road use. Mixing with MTB parts often fails due to differing pull ratios and chainlines.