
Specifications
- Manufacturer
- Shimano
- Name
- XTR REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s
- Series
- M9100
- MPN
- RD-M9100-GS
- Shifting Type
- Cable
- Slot consumption
- All
- Slots
- Rear Derailleur
- Weight (g)
- 237
- Front Speeds
- 1
- Groupset
- XTR
- Drivetrain Brand
- Shimano
- Rear Speeds
- 12
Shimano XTR REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s
Rear Derailleur
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Compatibility
This Shimano XTR REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s is a Shimano MTB rear derailleur. It requires a 12-speed drivetrain and compatible components. It is designed for cable shifting systems. For best performance, use with other M9100 components, though it is mechanically compatible with the parts listed below.
Compatible Shifters20
RecommendedShimano
XTR BRAKE LEVER TRAIL I-SPEC EV CLAMP BAND
RecommendedShimano
XTR BRAKE LEVER XC I-SPEC EV CLAMP BAND
- Uses cable shifting type
RecommendedShimano
XTR SHIFT LEVER RIGHT 12s
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
RecommendedShimano
XTR SHIFT LEVER RIGHT I-SPEC EV 12s
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleShimano
ALFINE HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE LEVER I-SPEC B CLAMP BAND
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleSRAM
Apex Shift-Brake Lever
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleShimano
ASSIST SWITCH
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleLTWOO
AX Shift Lever (SL-A1206-R)
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleLTWOO
AX Shift Lever (SL-A1216-R)
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- 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
DEORE BRAKE LEVER I-SPEC EV
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleShimano
DEORE XT 3-FINGER HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE LEVER
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleShimano
DEORE XT BRAKE LEVER
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleShimano
DEORE XT BRAKE LEVER I-SPEC EV CLAMP BAND
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleShimano
DEORE XT SHIFT LEVER RIGHT I-SPEC EV 12s
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
CompatibleShimano
DEORE XT SHIFT LEVER RIGHT12s
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses cable shifting type
Compatible Cassettes11
RecommendedShimano
XTR HYPERGLIDE+ CASSETTE 12s M9100
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
CompatibleShimano
105 HG CASSETTE 12s
- Matches required 12-speed standard
CompatibleShimano
ALFINE SINGLE SPROCKET
CompatibleShimano
DEORE HYPERGLIDE+ CASSETTE 12s
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
CompatibleShimano
DEORE XT HYPERGLIDE+ CASSETTE 12s M8100
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
CompatibleShimano
DEORE XT HYPERGLIDE+ CASSETTE 12s M8200
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
CompatibleShimano
DURA-ACE HYPERGLIDE+ CASSETTE 12s
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
CompatibleShimano
SLX HYPERGLIDE+ CASSETTE 12s
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
CompatibleShimano
ULTEGRA HYPERGLIDE+ CASSETTE 12s (CS-R8100-12)
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
CompatibleShimano
ULTEGRA HYPERGLIDE+ CASSETTE 12s (CS-R8101-12)
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
CompatibleShimano
XTR HYPERGLIDE+ CASSETTE 12s M9200
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
Compatible Cranksets20
RecommendedShimano
XTR CRANKSET 162 MM Q-FACTOR 52 MM CHAIN LINE 1X12s
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
RecommendedShimano
XTR CRANKSET 168 MM Q-FACTOR 52 MM CHAIN LINE 1X12s
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
RecommendedShimano
XTR CRANKSET 171 MM Q-FACTOR 56.5 MM CHAIN LINE 1X12s
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
RecommendedShimano
XTR CRANKSET 174 MM Q-FACTOR 55 MM CHAIN LINE 1X12s
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
CompatibleShimano
ALFINE CRANKSET WITH CHAIN GUARD
CompatibleSRAM
Apex 1 Wide Crankset
- Matches required 12-speed standard
CompatibleShimano
DEORE CRANKSET FOR 142/148 MM O.L.D. FRAMES 1X12s M6100 1x
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
CompatibleShimano
DEORE CRANKSET FOR 148 MM O.L.D. FRAMES 1X12s
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
CompatibleShimano
DEORE CRANKSET FOR 157 MM O.L.D. FRAMES 1X12s
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
CompatibleShimano
DEORE XT CRANKSET 176 MM Q-FACTOR 55 MM CHAIN LINE 12s
- Matches required 12-speed standard
CompatibleShimano
DEORE XT CRANKSET 52 MM CHAIN LINE 1X12s
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
CompatibleShimano
DEORE XT CRANKSET 56.5 MM CHAIN LINE 1X12s
- Matches required 12-speed standard
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
CompatibleShimano
DEORE XT E-BIKE HOLLOWTECH CRANK ARM SET M8100
- Uses shimano hg plus standard
CompatibleSRAM
Eagle 70 Transmission Crankset
- Matches required 12-speed standard
CompatibleSRAM
Eagle 70 Transmission E-MTB Crank Assembly
CompatibleSRAM
Eagle 90 Transmission Crankset
- Matches required 12-speed standard
CompatibleSRAM
Eagle 90 Transmission E-MTB Crank Assembly
CompatibleSRAM
Eagle S100 Crank Assembly
CompatibleSRAM
Eagle S100 Crankset
- Matches required 12-speed standard
CompatibleSRAM
Eagle S200 Crankset
- Matches required 12-speed standard
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 XTR REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s?
Shimano XTR REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s is compatible with shifters, cassettes, cranksets, 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 XTR REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s?
No, Shimano XTR REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s requires a 12-speed chain. Chains for different speeds have different external widths and internal profiles, which will cause poor shifting or mechanical interference.
Does this Shimano XTR REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s 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 XTR REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s with Road components?
While some mechanical standards (like cassette spacing at certain speeds) may overlap, Shimano XTR REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 12s is optimized for MTB use. Mixing with Road parts often fails due to differing pull ratios and chainlines.