Shimano XTR M972 Shadow 9 Speed Rear Mech

Shimano XTR M972 Shadow 9 Speed Rear Mech

Top-Normal return for precision up shifting and emergency downshifting. Preferred by traditional and gravity riders: Best matched with RAPIDFIRE Plus. The low-profile SHADOW design is intended for more aggressive riding, offering more clearance with no chain stay contact.

Features:

• Shimano Shadow RD
• Low profile design
• No chainstay contact
• Direct cable routing
• Stronger return springs
• Top-Normal return spring (conventional)
• Shadow features a super low profile design that reduces the risk of damage from trail side hazards
• Single tension spring prevents contact with the chainstay resulting in a silent ride
• Direct cable routing prevents snagging from any trail side hazards
• Full carbon fiber inner and outer pulley cages
• Cold forged alloy links and pivot body's leads to lower weight without compromising strength and durability

Specifications:

• Model No: RD-M972
• Pulley Cage: GS/SGS
• Speeds: 9
• Spring Type: Top-Normal
• Max Front Difference: 22T
• Total Capacity: 33T/45T
• Max Rear Sprocket: 34T
• Min. Rear Sprocket: 11T
• Direct Attachment: Yes
• Fluoric Coated Link Bushings: 4
• GS cage should be used with single and double chainsets only
• Weight: 182 g for SGS

A 2 year warranty is offered with all Shimano products from Chain Reaction Cycles (3 years on Dura-Ace and XTR products).

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