SRAM RED XG-1290 Cassette
Cassette

Specifications
- Manufacturer
- SRAM
- Name
- RED XG-1290 Cassette
- MPN
- CS-XG-1290-E1
- Weight (g)
- 180–233
- Groupset
- RED
- Rear Speeds
- 12
- Drivetrain Brand
- Sram
- Cassette Range
- 10-28, 10-30, 10-33, 10-36
- Smallest Cog (T)
- 10
- Largest Cog (T)
- 28, 30, 33, 36
- Freehub Body
- XDR
- Chain Standard
- SRAM Flattop
Offers
| Merchant | Base | Shipping | Availability | Total | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | £195.00 | +FREE s/h | In Stock | £195.00 | Buy |
| £249.00 | +FREE s/h | In Stock | £249.00 | Buy | |
![]() | £329.99 | +FREE s/h | In Stock | £329.99 | Buy |
Price history
Recorded when a retailer's price changes; each line holds until the next change.
- Merlin Cycles
- Tredz
Compatibility
SRAM RED XG-1290 Cassette is a SRAM cassette. It is a 12-speed component. Everything listed below was matched on a specification we hold for both parts: the interface each pairing actually depends on, such as freehub body, speed count, actuation or mounting standard. Where we could not verify that interface, the part is left out rather than assumed to fit.
RED AXS Groupset7
A groupset is designed and tested as one system, so these are the most reliable match. Other compatible parts are listed below.
RecommendedSRAM
RED AXS Shift-Brake Lever
- Ships in the RED AXS Groupset
RecommendedSRAM
RED AXS Rear Derailleur
- Ships in the RED AXS Groupset
RecommendedSRAM
RED AXS Front Derailleur
- Ships in the RED AXS Groupset
RecommendedSRAM
RED Crankset
- Ships in the RED AXS Groupset
RecommendedSRAM
RED Chain
- Ships in the RED AXS Groupset
RecommendedSRAM
Red Aero Disc Brake
- Ships in the RED AXS Groupset
RecommendedSRAM
Paceline X Rotor
- Ships in the RED AXS Groupset
Wheels with a compatible freehub20
Mechanically compatible9Velo
2024 CD45 2.0 Road Disc Brake Carbon Spoke Wheelset
- Takes a XDR freehub body
Mechanically compatible9Velo
2024 CD58 2.0 Road Disc Brake Carbon Spoke Wheelset
- Takes a XDR freehub body
Mechanically compatibleMagene
2024 EXAR Ultra DB405 Carbon Spoke Disc Brake Wheelset
- Takes a XDR freehub body
Mechanically compatibleMagene
2024 EXAR Ultra DB508 Carbon Spoke Disc Brake Wheelset
- Takes a XDR freehub body
Mechanically compatibleMagene
2024 EXAR UltraDark DB405 Carbon Fiber Wheelset
- Takes a XDR freehub body
Mechanically compatibleMagene
2024 EXAR UltraDark DB508 Carbon Fiber Wheelset
- Takes a XDR freehub body
Mechanically compatible9Velo
2024 LV35 2.0 Road Disc Brake Wheelset
- Takes a XDR freehub body
Mechanically compatible9Velo
2024 LV45 2.0 Road Disc Brake Wheelset
- Takes a XDR freehub body
Mechanically compatible9Velo
2024 LV55 2.0 Road Disc Brake Wheelset
- Takes a XDR freehub body
Mechanically compatible9Velo
2024 RL40 Road Rim Brake Lightweight Wheelset
- Takes a XDR freehub body
Mechanically compatible9Velo
2024 RL55 Road Rim Brake Lightweight Wheelset
- Takes a XDR freehub body
Mechanically compatibleMagene
2025 EXAR Carbon Fiber Wheelset Ultra Series
- Takes a XDR freehub body
Mechanically compatible9Velo
2025 Gravel Disc Super Wide GV SW Series
- Takes a XDR freehub body
Mechanically compatibleFarsports
2025 New C Series Wheelset
- Takes a XDR freehub body
Mechanically compatibleFarsports
2025 New EVO C Series Wheelset
- Takes a XDR freehub body
Mechanically compatibleFarsports
2025 New EVO C Series Wheelset-CERAMICSPEED Bearing
- Takes a XDR freehub body
Mechanically compatibleFarsports
2025 New EVO S Series Wheelset
- Takes a XDR freehub body
Mechanically compatibleFarsports
2025 New EVO S Series Wheelset-CERAMICSPEED Bearing
- Takes a XDR freehub body
Mechanically compatibleFarsports
2025 New S Series Wheelset
- Takes a XDR freehub body
Mechanically compatible9Velo
2025 Road Disc Carbon Spoke CD Wide Series
- Takes a XDR freehub body
Chains for this cassette15
RecommendedSRAM
RED Chain
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use the SRAM Flattop standard
Mechanically compatibleSRAM
Apex Chain
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use the SRAM Flattop standard
Mechanically compatibleSRAM
Force Chain (CN-FRC-D1)
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use the SRAM Flattop standard
Mechanically compatibleSRAM
Force Chain (CN-FRC-E1)
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use the SRAM Flattop standard
Mechanically compatibleSRAM
Rival Chain (CN-RIV-D1)
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use the SRAM Flattop standard
Mechanically compatibleSRAM
Rival Chain (CN-RIV-E1)
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use the SRAM Flattop standard
Mechanically compatibleKMC
WAX XFLAT
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use the SRAM Flattop standard
Mechanically compatibleKMC
WAX XSL FLAT
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use the SRAM Flattop standard
Shares a standardKMC
DLC 12
- Both are 12-speed
Shares a standardKMC
e12
- Both are 12-speed
Shares a standardFSA
K-FORCE LIGHT MTB 12 SPEED CHAIN
- Both are 12-speed
Shares a standardKMC
WAX DLC 12
- Both are 12-speed
Shares a standardKMC
WAX TT 12
- Both are 12-speed
Shares a standardKMC
WAX X12
- Both are 12-speed
Shares a standardKMC
X12
- Both are 12-speed
Rear derailleurs for this cassette12
RecommendedSRAM
RED AXS Rear Derailleur
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
RecommendedSRAM
RED XPLR eTap AXS Rear Derailleur
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
Mechanically compatibleSRAM
Force AXS Rear Derailleur (RD-FRC-E-D2)
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
Mechanically compatibleSRAM
Force AXS Rear Derailleur (RD-FRC-E-E1)
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
Mechanically compatibleSRAM
Rival AXS Rear Derailleur
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
Mechanically compatibleSRAM
Rival eTap AXS Rear Derailleur
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
Mechanically compatibleSRAM
Apex XPLR AXS Rear Derailleur
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
Mechanically compatibleSRAM
Apex XPLR Rear Derailleur
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
Mechanically compatibleSRAM
Force XPLR AXS Rear Derailleur 12s
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
Mechanically compatibleSRAM
Rival XPLR eTap AXS Rear Derailleur
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
Shares a standardSRAM
GX Eagle AXS Transmission Upgrade Kit (RD-UPK-GXTE-A1)
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
- The cassette's 36T largest cog is within the derailleur's 52T maximum
Shares a standardSRAM
GX Eagle AXS Transmission Upgrade Kit (RD-UPK-GXTE-A2)
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
- The cassette's 36T largest cog is within the derailleur's 52T maximum
Frequently Asked Questions
What fits SRAM RED XG-1290 Cassette?
On this page we list wheels with a compatible freehub, chains for this cassette, rear derailleurs for this cassette. Each listing was matched on a specification we hold for both parts; anything we could not verify is omitted rather than assumed to fit.
Can I use a higher or lower speed chain with SRAM RED XG-1290 Cassette?
No. SRAM RED XG-1290 Cassette is a 12-speed component and needs a 12-speed chain. Chains for different speed counts have different external widths and inner-plate profiles, which causes poor shifting or interference with the neighbouring sprockets.
Which wheels does SRAM RED XG-1290 Cassette fit?
SRAM RED XG-1290 Cassette needs a rear wheel or rear hub with a XDR freehub body. It cannot be fitted to a front wheel, and it will not fit a rear hub built for a different freehub standard without changing the freehub body.

