Specifications
- Manufacturer
- SRAM
- Name
- X5 Rear Derailleur
- Series
- X5
- MPN
- RD-X5-A1
- Shifting Type
- Cable
- Chain Standard
- Standard
- Front Speeds
- 2
- Cage Length
- Long
- Drivetrain Brand
- Sram
- Rear Speeds
- 10
- Max Cog (T)
- 34
SRAM X5 Rear Derailleur
Rear Derailleur
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Compatibility
This SRAM X5 Rear Derailleur is a SRAM General rear derailleur. It requires a 10-speed drivetrain and compatible components. It is designed for cable shifting systems. For best performance, use with other X5 components, though it is mechanically compatible with the parts listed below.
Compatible Shifters20
RecommendedSRAM
X5 Trigger Shifters
- Matches required 10-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleLTWOO
A7 Shift Lever (SL-A1006-R)
- Matches required 10-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleShimano
ALFINE HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE LEVER I-SPEC B CLAMP BAND
- 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
CLARIS BRAKE LEVER
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleShimano
CUES BRAKE LEVER FOR SINGLE
- Matches required 10/11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
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 11/10s
- Matches required 10/11-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleShimano
CUES HYDRAULIC DUAL CONTROL LEVER FOR DOUBLE
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleShimano
CUES MECHANICAL DUAL CONTROL LEVER 10s
- Matches required 10-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleShimano
CUES MECHANICAL DUAL CONTROL LEVER FOR DOUBLE
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleShimano
CUES MONO LEFT SHIFTER CLAMP BAND 2X11/10s
- Matches required 10-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleShimano
CUES SHIFT LEVER SHORT REACH 10s
- Matches required 10-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleShimano
CUES SHIFTER CLAMP BAND 10s
- Matches required 10-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleShimano
DEORE BRAKE LEVER I-SPEC EV
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleShimano
DEORE LEFT SHIFT LEVER FOR TREKKING 2/3X10s
- Matches required 10-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleShimano
DEORE LINKGLIDE SHIFT LEVER RIGHT CLAMP BAND 10s
- Matches required 10-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
Compatible Chains7
CompatibleShimano
ALFINE DOUBLE PULLEY CHAIN TENSIONER
CompatibleShimano
ALFINE SINGLE FIXED PULLEY CHAIN TENSIONER
CompatibleSRAM
PC-1031 Chain
- Matches required 10-speed standard
- Uses standard standard
CompatibleSRAM
PC-1051 Chain
- Matches required 10-speed standard
- Uses standard standard
CompatibleSRAM
PC-1071 Chain
- Matches required 10-speed standard
- Uses standard standard
SRAM
PC-1091R Chain
- Matches required 10-speed standard
- Uses standard standard
CompatibleSRAM
PowerLock Chain Connector 10-Speed
- Matches required 10-speed standard
- Uses standard standard
Compatible Cranksets10
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
CompatibleWheelTop
Road Carbon Fiber Crankset (BCD)
CompatibleWheelTop
Road Carbon Fiber Crankset (Direct Mount)
CompatibleSRAM
S-300 Crankset
CompatibleSRAM
X0 Eagle E-MTB Crank Assembly
CompatibleSRAM
XX Eagle E-MTB Crank Assembly
Compatible Cassettes1
Frequently Asked Questions
What fits with SRAM X5 Rear Derailleur?
SRAM X5 Rear Derailleur is compatible with shifters, chains, cranksets, cassettes that match its technical standards. Most importantly, it requires matching 10-speed components.
Can I use a higher or lower speed chain with SRAM X5 Rear Derailleur?
No, SRAM X5 Rear Derailleur requires a 10-speed chain. Chains for different speeds have different external widths and internal profiles, which will cause poor shifting or mechanical interference.
Does this SRAM X5 Rear Derailleur 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.