Shimano SORA REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 9s
Rear Derailleur
Specifications
- Manufacturer
- Shimano
- Name
- SORA REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 9s
- Series
- R3000
- MPN
- RD-R3000-GS
- Groupset
- Sora
- Rear Speeds
- 9
- Drivetrain Brand
- Shimano
- Shifting Type
- Cable
- Max Cog (T)
- 34[1]
- Cage Length
- Medium
- Chain Standard
- Shimano HG (Hyperglide)[1]
- Sources
- [1] bike.shimano.com, checked 29 Sep 2026: Max Cog (T), Chain Standard
Compatibility
Shimano SORA REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 9s is a Shimano rear derailleur. It is a 9-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.
Sora R3000 Disc Groupset8
A groupset is designed and tested as one system, so these are the most reliable match. Other compatible parts are listed below.
RecommendedShimano
SORA DUAL CONTROL LEVER 2X9s
- Ships in the Sora R3000 Disc Groupset
RecommendedShimano
SORA DUAL CONTROL LEVER 9s
- Ships in the Sora R3000 Disc Groupset
RecommendedShimano
SORA FRONT DERAILLEUR (BRAZED-ON MOUNT) 2X9s
- Ships in the Sora R3000 Disc Groupset
RecommendedShimano
SORA CRANKSET 2X9s
- Ships in the Sora R3000 Disc Groupset
RecommendedShimano
CN-HG93 ALFINE SUPER NARROW CHAIN 9s
- Ships in the Sora R3000 Disc Groupset
RecommendedShimano
MECHANICAL DISC BRAKE FRONT CALIPER
- Ships in the Sora R3000 Disc Groupset
RecommendedShimano
MECHANICAL DISC BRAKE REAR CALIPER
- Ships in the Sora R3000 Disc Groupset
RecommendedShimano
CENTER LOCK DISC BRAKE ROTOR (SM-RT30)
- Ships in the Sora R3000 Disc Groupset
Sora R3000 Groupset7
A groupset is designed and tested as one system, so these are the most reliable match. Other compatible parts are listed below.
RecommendedShimano
SORA DUAL CONTROL LEVER 2X9s
- Ships in the Sora R3000 Groupset
RecommendedShimano
SORA DUAL CONTROL LEVER 9s
- Ships in the Sora R3000 Groupset
RecommendedShimano
SORA FRONT DERAILLEUR (BRAZED-ON MOUNT) 2X9s
- Ships in the Sora R3000 Groupset
RecommendedShimano
SORA CRANKSET 2X9s
- Ships in the Sora R3000 Groupset
RecommendedShimano
CN-HG93 ALFINE SUPER NARROW CHAIN 9s
- Ships in the Sora R3000 Groupset
RecommendedShimano
SORA DUAL-PIVOT FRONT BRAKE CALIPER
- Ships in the Sora R3000 Groupset
RecommendedShimano
SORA DUAL-PIVOT REAR BRAKE CALIPER
- Ships in the Sora R3000 Groupset
Shifters that drive this derailleur7
RecommendedShimano
SORA DUAL CONTROL LEVER 9s
- Both are 9-speed
- Both use cable actuation
RecommendedShimano
SORA RIGHT SHIFT LEVER FLAT BAR ROAD 9s
- Both are 9-speed
- Both use cable actuation
Mechanically compatibleShimano
ACERA SHIFT LEVER RIGHT 9s
- Both are 9-speed
- Both use cable actuation
Mechanically compatibleShimano
ALIVIO SHIFT LEVER LEFT 9s
- Both are 9-speed
- Both use cable actuation
Mechanically compatibleShimano
ALTUS SHIFT LEVER RIGHT 9s
- Both are 9-speed
- Both use cable actuation
Mechanically compatibleShimano
CUES MECHANICAL DUAL CONTROL LEVER 9s
- Both are 9-speed
- Both use cable actuation
Mechanically compatibleShimano
HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKE EZ FIRE PLUS SHIFT/BRAKE LEVER 9s
- Both are 9-speed
- Both use cable actuation
Chains for this derailleur8
Shares a standardShimano
CN-HG53 9 Speed Chain
- Both are 9-speed
Shares a standardShimano
CN-HG93 ALFINE SUPER NARROW CHAIN 9s
- Both are 9-speed
Shares a standardKMC
e9
- Both are 9-speed
Shares a standardSRAM
PC-951 Chain
- Both are 9-speed
Shares a standardSRAM
PC-971 Chain
- Both are 9-speed
Shares a standardFSA
Team Issue Chain
- Both are 9-speed
Shares a standardKMC
X9
- Both are 9-speed
Shares a standardKMC
X9SL
- Both are 9-speed
Cassettes for this derailleur1
Frequently Asked Questions
What fits Shimano SORA REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 9s?
On this page we list shifters that drive this derailleur, chains for this derailleur, cassettes for this 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 SORA REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 9s?
No. Shimano SORA REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 9s is a 9-speed component and needs a 9-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 SORA REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 9s work with electronic shifting like Di2 or AXS?
No. Shimano SORA REAR DERAILLEUR MEDIUM CAGE 9s is mechanical, cable-actuated. Electronic groups use internal motors and proprietary signalling, so there is no mechanical or electrical path between the two.