Shimano DEORE XT FRONT DERAILLEUR SIDE SWING (DIRECT MOUNT ) 2X12s Compatibility Guide

Quick Verdict

Shimano DEORE XT FRONT DERAILLEUR SIDE SWING (DIRECT MOUNT ) 2X12s is a Shimano front derailleur. It is a 12-speed component. It uses cable shifting. 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.

Speeds12
Weight135g
Shiftingcable

How this list is built: a part is listed only when we hold the specification that decides the pairing for bothparts and those specifications match: the freehub body for a cassette and a wheel, the mounting interface for a chainring and a crankset, and so on. Each card shows exactly what was compared. Where we do not hold that specification the part is left out rather than assumed to fit, so this list is deliberately incomplete rather than speculative. Always confirm against the manufacturer’s own compatibility documentation before buying.

Shifters that drive this derailleur

20 total results

Recommended

20

Every interface this pairing depends on was checked and matched, and the two parts are sold as part of the same system.

MTB / City

DEORE XT SHIFT LEVER LEFT 2X12s

Shimano

DEORE XT SHIFT LEVER LEFT 2X12s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
DEORE XT SHIFT LEVER LEFT I-SPEC EV 2X12s

Shimano

DEORE XT SHIFT LEVER LEFT I-SPEC EV 2X12s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
ACERA SHIFT LEVER LEFT 2X9s

Shimano

ACERA SHIFT LEVER LEFT 2X9s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
ALIVIO SHIFT LEVER LEFT 2X9s

Shimano

ALIVIO SHIFT LEVER LEFT 2X9s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
CLARIS LEFT SHIFT LEVER FLAT BAR ROAD 2X8s

Shimano

CLARIS LEFT SHIFT LEVER FLAT BAR ROAD 2X8s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
CLARIS LEFT SHIFT/BRAKE LEVER FLAT BAR ROAD 2X8s

Shimano

CLARIS LEFT SHIFT/BRAKE LEVER FLAT BAR ROAD 2X8s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
CLARIS RIGHT SHIFT LEVER FLAT BAR ROAD 8s

Shimano

CLARIS RIGHT SHIFT LEVER FLAT BAR ROAD 8s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
CUES MONO LEFT SHIFTER CLAMP BAND 2X11/10s

Shimano

CUES MONO LEFT SHIFTER CLAMP BAND 2X11/10s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
CUES MONO LEFT SHIFTER CLAMP BAND 2X11s

Shimano

CUES MONO LEFT SHIFTER CLAMP BAND 2X11s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts

Road / Gravel

105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER 2X12s (Left)

Shimano

105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER 2X12s (Left)

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER 2X12s (Right)

Shimano

105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER 2X12s (Right)

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER RIM BRAKE 11s

Shimano

105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER RIM BRAKE 11s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER RIM BRAKE 2X11s

Shimano

105 DUAL CONTROL LEVER RIM BRAKE 2X11s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
105 HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE DUAL CONTROL LEVER 11s

Shimano

105 HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE DUAL CONTROL LEVER 11s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
105 HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE DUAL CONTROL LEVER 2X11s

Shimano

105 HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE DUAL CONTROL LEVER 2X11s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
105 HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE DUAL CONTROL LEVER FOR SMALL HANDS 2X11s

Shimano

105 HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE DUAL CONTROL LEVER FOR SMALL HANDS 2X11s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
CLARIS DUAL CONTROL LEVER 2X8s

Shimano

CLARIS DUAL CONTROL LEVER 2X8s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
CLARIS DUAL CONTROL LEVER 8s

Shimano

CLARIS DUAL CONTROL LEVER 8s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
CUES MECHANICAL DUAL CONTROL LEVER 9s

Shimano

CUES MECHANICAL DUAL CONTROL LEVER 9s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
CUES MECHANICAL DUAL CONTROL LEVER FOR DOUBLE

Shimano

CUES MECHANICAL DUAL CONTROL LEVER FOR DOUBLE

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts

Cranksets for this front derailleur

20 total results

Recommended

16

Every interface this pairing depends on was checked and matched, and the two parts are sold as part of the same system.

MTB

DEORE XT CRANKSET 48.8 MM CHAIN LINE 2X12s

Shimano

DEORE XT CRANKSET 48.8 MM CHAIN LINE 2X12s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both are built around a 48.8 mm chainline
DEORE XT CRANKSET 51.8 MM CHAIN LINE 2X12s

Shimano

DEORE XT CRANKSET 51.8 MM CHAIN LINE 2X12s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both are built around a 51.8 mm chainline
DEORE CRANKSET FOR 135/142 MM O.L.D. FRAMES 2X10s

Shimano

DEORE CRANKSET FOR 135/142 MM O.L.D. FRAMES 2X10s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both are built around a 48.8 mm chainline
DEORE CRANKSET FOR 135/142 MM O.L.D. FRAMES 2X11s

Shimano

DEORE CRANKSET FOR 135/142 MM O.L.D. FRAMES 2X11s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both are built around a 48.8 mm chainline
DEORE CRANKSET FOR 148 MM O.L.D. FRAMES 2X10s

Shimano

DEORE CRANKSET FOR 148 MM O.L.D. FRAMES 2X10s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both are built around a 51.8 mm chainline
DEORE CRANKSET FOR 148 MM O.L.D. FRAMES 2X11s

Shimano

DEORE CRANKSET FOR 148 MM O.L.D. FRAMES 2X11s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both are built around a 51.8 mm chainline
SLX MTB CRANKSET 172 MM Q-FACTOR 48.8 MM CHAIN LINE 2X12s

Shimano

SLX MTB CRANKSET 172 MM Q-FACTOR 48.8 MM CHAIN LINE 2X12s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both are built around a 48.8 mm chainline
SLX MTB CRANKSET 178 MM Q-FACTOR 51.8 MM CHAIN LINE 2X12s

Shimano

SLX MTB CRANKSET 178 MM Q-FACTOR 51.8 MM CHAIN LINE 2X12s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both are built around a 51.8 mm chainline
XTR CRANKSET 162 MM Q-FACTOR 48.8 MM CHAIN LINE 2X12s

Shimano

XTR CRANKSET 162 MM Q-FACTOR 48.8 MM CHAIN LINE 2X12s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both are built around a 48.8 mm chainline
XTR CRANKSET 168 MM Q-FACTOR 51.8 MM CHAIN LINE 2X12s

Shimano

XTR CRANKSET 168 MM Q-FACTOR 51.8 MM CHAIN LINE 2X12s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both are built around a 51.8 mm chainline

General

CRANKSET CHAIN LINE 3 MM OUTBOARD 2X11s

Shimano

CRANKSET CHAIN LINE 3 MM OUTBOARD 2X11s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both are built around a 51.8 mm chainline
CRANKSET FOR 135/142 MM O.L.D. FRAMES 2X12s

Shimano

CRANKSET FOR 135/142 MM O.L.D. FRAMES 2X12s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both are built around a 48.8 mm chainline
CRANKSET FOR 148 MM O.L.D. FRAMES 2X12s

Shimano

CRANKSET FOR 148 MM O.L.D. FRAMES 2X12s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both are built around a 51.8 mm chainline
MTB CRANKSET 2X10s

Shimano

MTB CRANKSET 2X10s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both are built around a 51.8 mm chainline
MTB CRANKSET 2X11s (FC-MT600-B2)

Shimano

MTB CRANKSET 2X11s (FC-MT600-B2)

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both are built around a 51.8 mm chainline
MTB CRANKSET 2X11s (FC-MT700-2)

Shimano

MTB CRANKSET 2X11s (FC-MT700-2)

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both are built around a 48.8 mm chainline

Shares a standard

4

One shared specification was confirmed, but we do not hold every spec this pairing depends on. Treat it as a starting point, not a verdict, and check the remaining interfaces before buying.

General

CUES 2-PIECE CRANKSET 2X11/10/9s U4000

Shimano

CUES 2-PIECE CRANKSET 2X11/10/9s U4000

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both are built around a 48.8 mm chainline
CUES 2-PIECE CRANKSET 2X11/10/9s U6000

Shimano

CUES 2-PIECE CRANKSET 2X11/10/9s U6000

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both are built around a 48.8 mm chainline
CUES CRANKSET 2X11/10/9s

Shimano

CUES CRANKSET 2X11/10/9s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both are built around a 48.8 mm chainline

MTB

DEORE XT CRANKSET 2X11s

Shimano

DEORE XT CRANKSET 2X11s

What we checked
  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both are Shimano drivetrain parts
  • Both are built around a 51.8 mm chainline

Frequently Asked Questions

What fits Shimano DEORE XT FRONT DERAILLEUR SIDE SWING (DIRECT MOUNT ) 2X12s?

On this page we list shifters that drive this derailleur, cranksets for this front derailleur. 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 Shimano DEORE XT FRONT DERAILLEUR SIDE SWING (DIRECT MOUNT ) 2X12s?

No. Shimano DEORE XT FRONT DERAILLEUR SIDE SWING (DIRECT MOUNT ) 2X12s 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.

Does Shimano DEORE XT FRONT DERAILLEUR SIDE SWING (DIRECT MOUNT ) 2X12s work with electronic shifting like Di2 or AXS?

No. Shimano DEORE XT FRONT DERAILLEUR SIDE SWING (DIRECT MOUNT ) 2X12s is mechanical, cable-actuated. Electronic groups use internal motors and proprietary signalling, so there is no mechanical or electrical path between the two.

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