Shimano Deore XT FC-M8200 Crank - Hollowtech II | Direct Mount

Deore XT – Where Passion Meets Precision.

With its introduction in the 1980s, the Deore XT series revolutionized mountain biking. And its current iteration more than lives up to this legacy. The revised Di2 design stands out in particular, being now completely wireless and enabling correspondingly fast and reliable shifting. This is not the only point where it ties in with the recently launched XTR M9200 series. With its likewise robust drivetrain construction and sophisticated braking system, the Deore XT M8200 is a groupset that not only effortlessly withstands real-world riding situations, but also redefines what is possible on two wheels.

Shimano Deore XT FC-M8200 crank

Lighten Your Load. Strengthen Your Ride. With its balanced ratio between durability and weight, the Deore XT crank of the M8200 series is suitable for Cross Country as well as Trail and Enduro. Thanks to the proven HollowTech II manufacturing method, the forged aluminum crank arms are not only light and stiff, but in combination with the 24 mm steel shaft also robust enough to withstand even hard impacts. While the Q-factor of 176 mm ensures a familiar riding experience during race use, the standardized chain line of 55 mm ensures maximum frame compatibility without the need to change wheels or cassette. In conjunction with the SM-CRM86 chainrings (Direct Mount, not included) matched to the FC-M8200 crank, the best possible chain retention is also guaranteed thanks to Dynamic Chain Engagement technology.

HOLLOWTECH II | The guiding principle of Shimano's Hollowtech II technology is the perfect balance between stiffness, stability, weight and rotational efficiency. The goal was to produce a crank that minimises the effort required for the drive and enables more efficient power transmission. An exclusive forging process allows the production of extremely light crank arms that nevertheless guarantee maximum stiffness. The fixed connection of the right arm to the axle of the bottom bracket and its external bearing also serve an optimum relationship between stiffness and low weight.

Scope of supply:

1 crank (without chainring and bottom bracket cups)