SRAM Apex XPLR Rear Derailleur Compatibility Guide
Quick Verdict
SRAM Apex XPLR Rear Derailleur is a SRAM rear 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.
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.
Chains for this derailleur
7 total resultsRecommended
6Every interface this pairing depends on was checked and matched, and the two parts are sold as part of the same system.
SRAM
Apex Chain
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use the sram flattop standard
SRAM
Force Chain (CN-FRC-D1)
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use the sram flattop standard
SRAM
Force Chain (CN-FRC-E1)
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use the sram flattop standard
SRAM
RED Chain
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use the sram flattop standard
SRAM
Rival Chain (CN-RIV-D1)
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use the sram flattop standard
SRAM
Rival Chain (CN-RIV-E1)
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use the sram flattop standard
Mechanically compatible
1Every interface this pairing depends on was checked and matched, but the parts come from different ranges, so expect to confirm shift feel and finish yourself.
FSA
K-FORCE LIGHT MTB 12 SPEED CHAIN
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
Shifters that drive this derailleur
20 total resultsRecommended
20Every interface this pairing depends on was checked and matched, and the two parts are sold as part of the same system.
Road / Gravel
SRAM
Apex Shift-Brake Lever
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
MTB / City
SRAM
Eagle 70 Transmission Shifter (SL-70-A1)
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
SRAM
Eagle 70 Transmission Shifter (SL-70-A2)
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
SRAM
Eagle 70 Transmission Shifter | Single Click (SL-70-PA-A1)
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
SRAM
Eagle 70 Transmission Shifter | Single Click (SL-70-PA-A2)
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
SRAM
Eagle 90 Transmission Shifter
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
SRAM
Eagle 90 Transmission Shifter | Single Click
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
SRAM
Eagle Grip Shift
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
SRAM
Eagle S100 Shifter
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
SRAM
Eagle S200 Shifter
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
SRAM
GX Eagle Trigger Shifter
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
SRAM
GX Eagle Trigger Shifter | Single Click
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
SRAM
NX Eagle Trigger Shifter
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
SRAM
NX Eagle Trigger Shifter | Single Click
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
SRAM
SX Eagle Trigger Shifter
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
SRAM
SX Eagle Trigger Shifter | Single Click
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
SRAM
X01 Eagle Grip Shift
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
SRAM
X01 Eagle Trigger Shifter
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
SRAM
X01 Eagle Trigger Shifter | Single Click
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
SRAM
XX1 Eagle Grip Shift
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both use cable actuation
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
Cassettes this derailleur can wrap
7 total resultsRecommended
7Every interface this pairing depends on was checked and matched, and the two parts are sold as part of the same system.
General
SRAM
XPLR PG-1231 Cassette
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
- Both use the sram flattop standard
SRAM
XPLR XG-1251 Cassette
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
- Both use the sram flattop standard
SRAM
XPLR XG-1271 Cassette
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
- Both use the sram flattop standard
Road / Gravel
SRAM
Force XG-1270 Cassette (CS-XG-1270-D1)
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
- Both use the sram flattop standard
SRAM
Force XG-1270 Cassette (CS-XG-1270-E1)
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
- Both use the sram flattop standard
SRAM
RED XG-1290 Cassette
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
- Both use the sram flattop standard
SRAM
Rival XG-1250 Cassette
What we checked
- Both are 12-speed
- Both are SRAM drivetrain parts
- Both use the sram flattop standard
Frequently Asked Questions
What fits SRAM Apex XPLR Rear Derailleur?
On this page we list chains for this derailleur, shifters that drive this derailleur, cassettes this derailleur can wrap. 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 Apex XPLR Rear Derailleur?
No. SRAM Apex XPLR Rear Derailleur 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 SRAM Apex XPLR Rear Derailleur work with electronic shifting like Di2 or AXS?
No. SRAM Apex XPLR Rear Derailleur 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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