Shimano 2019: new 12-speed XTR is refined in every detail

Shimano 2019: new 12-speed XTR is refined in every detail

M9100 groupset covers all bases for racers

XTR M9100 features numerous tweaks and improvements, not to mention that extra cog at the back

Matthew Loveridge

This is sponsored article in association with Shimano

Shimano's new XTR M9100 groupset is the brand's first 12-speed offering, and it debuts an all-new Micro Spline freehub to accommodate that extra cog.

Aimed primarily at XC, enduro and marathon racers, XTR features a host of refinements alongside that headline-grabbing 12th gear.

It features huge adjustability and retains both 1x and 2x crank options, so racers have the choice.

Watch our video to ogle the new groupset and get a full run-down from Shimano's Ben Hillsdon.

XTR M9100 features numerous tweaks and improvements, not to mention that extra cog at the back

Matthew Loveridge

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Matthew Loveridge (formerly Allen) is BikeRadar's former senior writer, an experienced mechanic, and an expert on bike tech who appreciates practical, beautifully-engineered things. Originally a roadie, he likes bikes and kit of every type, including gravel bikes and mountain bikes, and he's tested a huge variety of all three over the years for BikeRadar, Cycling Plus, Cyclist.co.uk and others. Alongside his writing, he runs a cycling-friendly holiday cottage in the Forest of Dean. He looks like he should be better at cycling than he actually is, and he's ok with that.
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