Shimano Deore XT RD-M8260 Rear Derailleur - E-MTB | Di2 | Shadow ES | 12-speed - long (SGS)

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 RD-M8260-12 rear derailleur

MTB Heritage Fully Connected. The RD-M8260 model adds an E-MTB-compatible rear derailleur option to the wireless Deore XT series. In contrast to its counterpart, the extremely rigid 12-speed rear derailleur relies on the main battery of the E-Bike for its power supply. However, the proven wireless shifting technology is retained along with other strengths of the RD-M8250 rear derailleur. For example, the RD-M8260 rear derailleur also uses the Shadow ES construction, which enables a slim, wedge-shaped low profile design. The automatic reset function, which immediately returns the rear derailleur to its original position in the event of an impact, is also on board.

The necessary durability is ensured by wide, cleverly arranged linkage, joints and plates in combination with the robust derailleur pulleys, which minimize the risk of dirt ingress. With its long cage, the rear derailleur not only offers sufficient space for HyperGlide+ cassettes with a gradation of 10-51 teeth, but also ensures precise, fast as well as smooth shifting in combination with them. Furthermore, the Di2 rear derailleur supports the E-Bike-specific AUTO SHIFT and FREE SHIFT technologies. While the AUTO SHIFT mode always ensures optimum gear selection with the help of an intelligent sensor system, the FREE SHIFT function makes it easy to maintain your speed and determine the next gear change yourself, even when idling.

Shadow ES | This construction is characterized by a low profile, which reduces the forward-facing surface of the rear derailleur. As a result, the rear derailleur features no protruding edges that could get caught on stones or roots.

Technical details:

material: aluminum (anodized / painted), polyamide / glass fibre reinforced plastic (GFRP), steel, stainless steel
derailleur pulleys: 13 teeth, stainless steel, sealed bearings
power supply: wired (1x SD300 connection)
connectivity (Di2): wireless, Bluetooth LE (custom) / ANT (private)
weight: approx. 427 g (manufacturer's specification)

Compatibility:

shift lever: SW-M9250-R/IR, SW-M8250-R/IR, SW-M6250-R/IR
cassette: CS-M9200, CS-M8200, CS-M9101, CS-M9100, CS-M8100, CS-M7100, CS-M6100
chain: CN-M9100, CN-M8100, CN-M7100, CN-M6100

Scope of supply:

1 rear derailleur, "SGS" version with long cage