
Specifications
- Manufacturer
- Shimano
- Name
- SLX MTB CRANKSET 172 MM Q-FACTOR 52 MM CHAIN LINE 1X12s
- Series
- M7100
- MPN
- FC-M7100-1
- Weight (g)
- 631–646
- Crank Length (mm)
- 165, 170, 175
- Slot consumption
- All
- Slots
- Crankset
- Front Speeds
- 1
- Groupset
- SLX
- Rear Speeds
- 12
Shimano SLX MTB CRANKSET 172 MM Q-FACTOR 52 MM CHAIN LINE 1X12s
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Compatibility
This Shimano SLX MTB CRANKSET 172 MM Q-FACTOR 52 MM CHAIN LINE 1X12s is a Shimano MTB crankset. It requires a 12-speed drivetrain and compatible components. For best performance, use with other M7100 components, though it is mechanically compatible with the parts listed below.
Compatible Chainrings20
RecommendedShimano
Chainring 36T for FC-M7100-2/FC-M7120-B2
RecommendedShimano
SLX CHAINRING 12s
RecommendedShimano
Chainring 22T for FC-M7000-10-3/FC-M6000-3/FC-M672/FC-M622/FC-M612/FC-MT500
RecommendedShimano
Chainring 22T for FC-M8000-3
RecommendedShimano
Chainring 22T for FC-MT300 (for 40-30-22T)
RecommendedShimano
Chainring 22T for FC-MT300 (for 44-32-22T)
RecommendedShimano
Chainring 22T for FC-U6000-2/FC-U6000-2B
RecommendedShimano
Chainring 24T for FC-M6000-2
RecommendedShimano
Chainring 24T for FC-M7000-11-2/FC-M7000-11-B2
RecommendedShimano
Chainring 24T for FC-M8000-2/FC-M8000-B2/FC-MT700-2/FC-MT700-B2
RecommendedShimano
Chainring 24T for FC-T521
RecommendedShimano
Chainring 26T for FC-M5100-2/FC-M5100-B2
RecommendedShimano
Chainring 26T for FC-M6000-2/FC-M6000-B2/FC-M4100-2/FC-M4100-B2/FC-MT500-2/FC-MT500-B2
RecommendedShimano
Chainring 26T for FC-M610/FC-T6010/FC-T611/SHIMANO DEORE trekking
RecommendedShimano
Chainring 26T for FC-M7000-11-2/FC-M7000-11-B2/FC-MT600-2/FC-MT600-B2
RecommendedShimano
Chainring 26T for FC-M8000-2/FC-M8000-B2/FC-MT700-2/FC-MT700-B2
RecommendedShimano
Chainring 26T for FC-MT610-2/FC-MT610-B2
RecommendedShimano
Chainring 26T for FC-T521
RecommendedShimano
Chainring 26T for FC-T8000/FC-T781/FC-T780/FC-M771-K
RecommendedShimano
Chainring 28T for FC-M6000-2
Compatible Bottom Brackets20
RecommendedWheels Manufacturing
386EVO ABEC-3 BB for 24/22mm (SRAM) Cranks
RecommendedWheels Manufacturing
386EVO ABEC-3 BB for 24mm (Shimano) Cranks
RecommendedWheels Manufacturing
386EVO ABEC-3 BB for 29mm SRAM DUB Compatible Cranks
RecommendedWheels Manufacturing
386EVO ABEC-3 BB for 30mm Cranks
RecommendedWheels Manufacturing
386EVO ABEC-3 BB for M30 28/30mm PRAXIS - Compatible Cranks
RecommendedWheels Manufacturing
386EVO Angular Contact BB for 24/22mm (SRAM) Cranks
RecommendedWheels Manufacturing
386EVO Angular Contact BB for 24mm (Shimano) Cranks
RecommendedWheels Manufacturing
386EVO Angular Contact BB for 30mm Cranks
RecommendedWheels Manufacturing
386EVO ZERØ Ceramic BB for 30mm Cranks
RecommendedToken
878
RecommendedToken
BB29BSA
RecommendedToken
BB29ITA
RecommendedToken
BB30
RecommendedSRAM
BB30 Bottom Bracket
RecommendedWheels Manufacturing
BB30 Outboard ABEC-3 BB for 24/22mm Cranks (SRAM)
RecommendedWheels Manufacturing
BB30 Outboard ABEC-3 BB for 24mm Cranks (Shimano)
RecommendedWheels Manufacturing
BB30 Outboard Angular Contact BB for 24/22mm Cranks (SRAM)
RecommendedWheels Manufacturing
BB30 Outboard Angular Contact BB for 24mm Cranks (Shimano)
RecommendedWheels Manufacturing
BB30 Outboard Ceramic Hybrid BB for 24mm Cranks (Shimano)
RecommendedWheels Manufacturing
BB30 Outboard ZERØ Ceramic BB for 24/22mm Cranks (SRAM)
Compatible Front Derailleurs2
Compatible Chains6
CompatibleShimano
ALFINE DOUBLE PULLEY CHAIN TENSIONER
CompatibleShimano
ALFINE SINGLE FIXED PULLEY CHAIN TENSIONER
CompatibleShimano
CN-M6100 HYPERGLIDE+ CHAIN 12s
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
CompatibleShimano
CN-M7100 HYPERGLIDE+ CHAIN 12s
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
CompatibleShimano
CN-M8100 HYPERGLIDE+ CHAIN 12s
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
CompatibleShimano
CN-M9100 HYPERGLIDE+ CHAIN 12s
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
Frequently Asked Questions
What fits with Shimano SLX MTB CRANKSET 172 MM Q-FACTOR 52 MM CHAIN LINE 1X12s?
Shimano SLX MTB CRANKSET 172 MM Q-FACTOR 52 MM CHAIN LINE 1X12s is compatible with chainrings, bottom brackets, front derailleurs, chains that match its technical standards. Most importantly, it requires matching 12-speed components.
Can I use a higher or lower speed chain with Shimano SLX MTB CRANKSET 172 MM Q-FACTOR 52 MM CHAIN LINE 1X12s?
No, Shimano SLX MTB CRANKSET 172 MM Q-FACTOR 52 MM CHAIN LINE 1X12s requires a 12-speed chain. Chains for different speeds have different external widths and internal profiles, which will cause poor shifting or mechanical interference.
Can I mix Shimano SLX MTB CRANKSET 172 MM Q-FACTOR 52 MM CHAIN LINE 1X12s with Road components?
While some mechanical standards (like cassette spacing at certain speeds) may overlap, Shimano SLX MTB CRANKSET 172 MM Q-FACTOR 52 MM CHAIN LINE 1X12s is optimized for MTB use. Mixing with Road parts often fails due to differing pull ratios and chainlines.

