Shimano DOWN TUBE SHIFT LEVER 2X6s (FRICTION)

Shifter

DOWN TUBE SHIFT LEVER 2X6s (FRICTION)

Specifications

Manufacturer
Shimano
Name
DOWN TUBE SHIFT LEVER 2X6s (FRICTION)
MPN
SL-SY20A-6
Front Speeds
2[1]
Rear Speeds
6
Drivetrain Brand
Shimano
Shifting Type
Cable
Sources
  1. [1] AI-extracted, not yet checked against a named source (added 27 Feb 2026): Front Speeds

Compatibility

Shimano DOWN TUBE SHIFT LEVER 2X6s (FRICTION) is a Shimano shifter. It is a 6-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.

Front derailleurs this shifter drives20

105 FRONT DERAILLEUR (BRAZED-ON MOUNT) 2X11sMechanically compatible

Shimano

105 FRONT DERAILLEUR (BRAZED-ON MOUNT) 2X11s

  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
105 FRONT DERAILLEUR (BRAZED-ON MOUNT) 2X12sMechanically compatible

Shimano

105 FRONT DERAILLEUR (BRAZED-ON MOUNT) 2X12s

  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
105 FRONT DERAILLEUR (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 2X11sMechanically compatible

Shimano

105 FRONT DERAILLEUR (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 2X11s

  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
105 FRONT DERAILLEUR (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 2X12sMechanically compatible

Shimano

105 FRONT DERAILLEUR (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 2X12s

  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
ALIVIO FRONT DERAILLEUR SIDE SWING (CLAMP BAND) 2X9s (FD-M3120-M-B)Mechanically compatible

Shimano

ALIVIO FRONT DERAILLEUR SIDE SWING (CLAMP BAND) 2X9s (FD-M3120-M-B)

  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
ALIVIO FRONT DERAILLEUR SIDE SWING (CLAMP BAND) 2X9s (FD-M3120-M)Mechanically compatible

Shimano

ALIVIO FRONT DERAILLEUR SIDE SWING (CLAMP BAND) 2X9s (FD-M3120-M)

  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
ALIVIO FRONT DERAILLEUR SIDE SWING (DIRECT MOUNT) 2X9sMechanically compatible

Shimano

ALIVIO FRONT DERAILLEUR SIDE SWING (DIRECT MOUNT) 2X9s

  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
ALIVIO FRONT DERAILLEUR SIDE SWING (E-TYPE MOUNT) 2X9sMechanically compatible

Shimano

ALIVIO FRONT DERAILLEUR SIDE SWING (E-TYPE MOUNT) 2X9s

  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
ALTUS FRONT DERAILLEUR TOP SWING (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 2X9sMechanically compatible

Shimano

ALTUS FRONT DERAILLEUR TOP SWING (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 2X9s

  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
CLARIS FRONT DERAILLEUR (BRAZED-ON MOUNT) 2X8sMechanically compatible

Shimano

CLARIS FRONT DERAILLEUR (BRAZED-ON MOUNT) 2X8s

  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
CLARIS FRONT DERAILLEUR (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 2X8sMechanically compatible

Shimano

CLARIS FRONT DERAILLEUR (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 2X8s

  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
CUES FRONT DERAILLEUR 2x10/9s (BRAZED-ON MOUNT)Mechanically compatible

Shimano

CUES FRONT DERAILLEUR 2x10/9s (BRAZED-ON MOUNT)

  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
CUES FRONT DERAILLEUR 2x10/9s (CLAMP BAND MOUNT)Mechanically compatible

Shimano

CUES FRONT DERAILLEUR 2x10/9s (CLAMP BAND MOUNT)

  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
CUES SIDE SWING FRONT DERAILLEUR (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 2X10/9sMechanically compatible

Shimano

CUES SIDE SWING FRONT DERAILLEUR (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 2X10/9s

  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
CUES SIDE SWING FRONT DERAILLEUR (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 2X11/10sMechanically compatible

Shimano

CUES SIDE SWING FRONT DERAILLEUR (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 2X11/10s

  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
CUES SIDE SWING FRONT DERAILLEUR (DIRECT MOUNT) 2X10/9sMechanically compatible

Shimano

CUES SIDE SWING FRONT DERAILLEUR (DIRECT MOUNT) 2X10/9s

  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
CUES SIDE SWING FRONT DERAILLEUR (DIRECT MOUNT) 2X11/10sMechanically compatible

Shimano

CUES SIDE SWING FRONT DERAILLEUR (DIRECT MOUNT) 2X11/10s

  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
CUES SIDE SWING FRONT DERAILLEUR (E-TYPE WITHOUT BOTTOM BRACKET PLATE MOUNT) 2X10/9sMechanically compatible

Shimano

CUES SIDE SWING FRONT DERAILLEUR (E-TYPE WITHOUT BOTTOM BRACKET PLATE MOUNT) 2X10/9s

  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
CUES SIDE SWING FRONT DERAILLEUR (E-TYPE WITHOUT BOTTOM BRACKET PLATE MOUNT) 2X11/10sMechanically compatible

Shimano

CUES SIDE SWING FRONT DERAILLEUR (E-TYPE WITHOUT BOTTOM BRACKET PLATE MOUNT) 2X11/10s

  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation
CUES TOP SWING FRONT DERAILLEUR (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 2X10/9sMechanically compatible

Shimano

CUES TOP SWING FRONT DERAILLEUR (CLAMP BAND MOUNT) 2X10/9s

  • Both are set up for 2x
  • Both use cable actuation

Rear derailleurs this shifter drives7

TOURNEY MEDIUM CAGE REAR DERAILLEUR 6sMechanically compatible

Shimano

TOURNEY MEDIUM CAGE REAR DERAILLEUR 6s

  • Both are 6-speed
  • Both use cable actuation
TOURNEY REAR DERAILLEUR 1X6/7sMechanically compatible

Shimano

TOURNEY REAR DERAILLEUR 1X6/7s

  • Both are 6-speed
  • Both use cable actuation
TOURNEY REAR DERAILLEUR 3X6/7sMechanically compatible

Shimano

TOURNEY REAR DERAILLEUR 3X6/7s

  • Both are 6-speed
  • Both use cable actuation
TOURNEY SHORT CAGE REAR DERAILLEUR 6sMechanically compatible

Shimano

TOURNEY SHORT CAGE REAR DERAILLEUR 6s

  • Both are 6-speed
  • Both use cable actuation
TOURNEY TY LONG CAGE REAR DERAILLEUR 6/7s (RD-TY300-SGS)Mechanically compatible

Shimano

TOURNEY TY LONG CAGE REAR DERAILLEUR 6/7s (RD-TY300-SGS)

  • Both are 6-speed
  • Both use cable actuation
TOURNEY TY LONG CAGE REAR DERAILLEUR 6/7s (RD-TY500-SGS)Mechanically compatible

Shimano

TOURNEY TY LONG CAGE REAR DERAILLEUR 6/7s (RD-TY500-SGS)

  • Both are 6-speed
  • Both use cable actuation
TOURNEY TZ MEDIUM CAGE REAR DERAILLEUR 6sMechanically compatible

Shimano

TOURNEY TZ MEDIUM CAGE REAR DERAILLEUR 6s

  • Both are 6-speed
  • Both use cable actuation

Frequently Asked Questions

What fits Shimano DOWN TUBE SHIFT LEVER 2X6s (FRICTION)?

On this page we list front derailleurs this shifter drives, rear derailleurs this shifter drives. Each listing was matched on a specification we hold for both parts; anything we could not verify is omitted rather than assumed to fit.

Does Shimano DOWN TUBE SHIFT LEVER 2X6s (FRICTION) work with electronic shifting like Di2 or AXS?

No. Shimano DOWN TUBE SHIFT LEVER 2X6s (FRICTION) is mechanical, cable-actuated. Electronic groups use internal motors and proprietary signalling, so there is no mechanical or electrical path between the two.