Shimano DEORE XT CRANKSET 52 MM CHAIN LINE 1X12s
Crankset

Specifications
- Manufacturer
- Shimano
- Name
- DEORE XT CRANKSET 52 MM CHAIN LINE 1X12s
- Series
- M8100
- MPN
- FC-M8100-1
- Groupset
- Deore XT
- Rear Speeds
- 12
- Front Speeds (chainrings)
- 1[1]
- Drivetrain Brand
- Shimano
- Chainring Sizes
- 28, 30, 32, 34, 36[2]
- Crank Length (mm)
- 165, 170, 175, 180
- Spindle Interface
- 24mm
- Chainring Mount
- Shimano Direct Mount 1x
- Chainline (mm)
- 52[2]
- Compatible Chain Standards
- Shimano HG+ (Hyperglide+, 12s)[2]
- Weight (g)
- 620
- Sources
- [1] AI-extracted, not yet checked against a named source (added 9 Feb 2026): Front Speeds (chainrings)
- [2] productinfo.shimano.com, checked 7 Aug 2026: Chainring Sizes, Chainline (mm), Compatible Chain Standards
Compatibility
Shimano DEORE XT CRANKSET 52 MM CHAIN LINE 1X12s is a Shimano crankset. It is a 12-speed component. 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.
Deore XT M8100 Groupset8
A groupset is designed and tested as one system, so these are the most reliable match. Other compatible parts are listed below.
RecommendedShimano
DEORE XT BRAKE LEVER LEFT I-SPEC EV CLAMP BAND
- Ships in the Deore XT M8100 Groupset
RecommendedShimano
DEORE XT BRAKE LEVER RIGHT I-SPEC EV CLAMP BAND
- Ships in the Deore XT M8100 Groupset
RecommendedShimano
DEORE XT SHIFT LEVER RIGHT I-SPEC EV 12s
- Ships in the Deore XT M8100 Groupset
RecommendedShimano
DEORE XT REAR DERAILLEUR 1X12s (RD-M8100-SGS)
- Ships in the Deore XT M8100 Groupset
RecommendedShimano
DEORE XT HYPERGLIDE+ CASSETTE 12s M8100
- Ships in the Deore XT M8100 Groupset
RecommendedShimano
CN-M8100 HYPERGLIDE+ CHAIN 12s
- Ships in the Deore XT M8100 Groupset
RecommendedShimano
DEORE XT 2-PISTON BRAKE CALIPER M8100
- Ships in the Deore XT M8100 Groupset
RecommendedShimano
DISC BRAKE ROTOR ICE TECHNOLOGIES FREEZA (RT-MT800)
- Ships in the Deore XT M8100 Groupset
Bottom brackets for this crankset20
RecommendedShimano
DEORE XT PRESS-FIT BOTTOM BRACKET 89.5/92 MM SHELL WIDTH
- Both use a 24mm spindle
RecommendedShimano
DEORE XT THREADED BOTTOM BRACKET 68/73 MM SHELL WIDTH (BB-MT800)
- Both use a 24mm spindle
RecommendedShimano
DEORE XT THREADED BOTTOM BRACKET 68/73 MM SHELL WIDTH (BB-MT801)
- Both use a 24mm spindle
Mechanically compatibleWheels Manufacturing
386EVO ABEC-3 BB for 24mm (Shimano) Cranks
- Both use a 24mm spindle
Mechanically compatibleWheels Manufacturing
386EVO Angular Contact BB for 24mm (Shimano) Cranks
- Both use a 24mm spindle
Mechanically compatibleToken
878
- Both use a 24mm spindle
Mechanically compatibleWheels Manufacturing
BB30 Outboard ABEC-3 BB for 24mm Cranks (Shimano)
- Both use a 24mm spindle
Mechanically compatibleWheels Manufacturing
BB30 Outboard Angular Contact BB for 24mm Cranks (Shimano)
- Both use a 24mm spindle
Mechanically compatibleWheels Manufacturing
BB30 Outboard Ceramic Hybrid BB for 24mm Cranks (Shimano)
- Both use a 24mm spindle
Mechanically compatibleWheels Manufacturing
BB30 Outboard ZERØ Ceramic BB for 24mm Cranks (Shimano)
- Both use a 24mm spindle
Mechanically compatibleToken
BB30AR
- Both use a 24mm spindle
Mechanically compatibleToken
BB3724
- Both use a 24mm spindle
Mechanically compatibleToken
BB38624PS
- Both use a 24mm spindle
Mechanically compatibleToken
BB386PS
- Both use a 24mm spindle
Mechanically compatibleToken
BB4124PS
- Both use a 24mm spindle
Mechanically compatibleToken
BB46BR24
- Both use a 24mm spindle
Mechanically compatibleToken
BB47R24
- Both use a 24mm spindle
Mechanically compatibleToken
BB47V24
- Both use a 24mm spindle
Mechanically compatibleToken
BB841PS
- Both use a 24mm spindle
Mechanically compatibleToken
BB841T-41
- Both use a 24mm spindle
Chains for this crankset11
RecommendedShimano
CN-M9100 HYPERGLIDE+ CHAIN 12s
- Both are 12-speed
Mechanically compatibleShimano
CN-M6100 HYPERGLIDE+ CHAIN 12s
- Both are 12-speed
Mechanically compatibleShimano
CN-M7100 HYPERGLIDE+ CHAIN 12s
- Both are 12-speed
Mechanically compatibleShimano
CN-M8100 HYPERGLIDE+ CHAIN 12s
- Both are 12-speed
Mechanically compatibleKMC
DLC 12
- Both are 12-speed
Mechanically compatibleKMC
e12
- Both are 12-speed
Mechanically compatibleFSA
K-FORCE LIGHT MTB 12 SPEED CHAIN
- Both are 12-speed
Mechanically compatibleKMC
WAX DLC 12
- Both are 12-speed
Mechanically compatibleKMC
WAX TT 12
- Both are 12-speed
Mechanically compatibleKMC
WAX X12
- Both are 12-speed
Mechanically compatibleKMC
X12
- Both are 12-speed
Chainrings that fit this crankset2
Frequently Asked Questions
What fits Shimano DEORE XT CRANKSET 52 MM CHAIN LINE 1X12s?
On this page we list bottom brackets for this crankset, chains for this crankset, chainrings that fit this crankset. 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 CRANKSET 52 MM CHAIN LINE 1X12s?
No. Shimano DEORE XT CRANKSET 52 MM CHAIN LINE 1X12s 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.

