Shimano XT SL-M8100 Trigger Shifters

XT SL-M8100 Trigger Shifters

Along with the release of Shimano´s workhorse 12-speed mountain group comes updated shifters as well, offering precise and responsive shifting for improved control on the trail. Featuring refined ergonomics and a lighter shifting action, the new XT SL-M8100 Trigger Shifters provide a claimed 20% quicker lever access and require 35% less shifting force than the previous generation. They also get a rubberized thumb paddle for improved grip on the downshift, with the paddle offering just a bit more surface area than XTR. The key change, however, is the introduction of an I-SPEC EV version of the shifter, which lets riders customize the ergonomics by allowing 14mm of lateral adjustment and 20-degrees of rotational adjustment, making it easy to find the most comfortable position for your hands. That being said, you´ll want to stick with the standard handlebar clamp version if you aren´t running Shimano brakes.

Perhaps our favorite feature of the XT shifters is Shimano´s proven multi-shift function that lets you shift up two gears at once if you need to accelerate quickly on a downhill section of trail. The second click is just a bit firmer than the first one, which prevents any accidental overshifts. We also appreciate the two-way release that let´s you choose between pushing or pulling the trigger to initiate an upshift, with the pull function being especially useful in sprint situations.

If you´re running a double chainring up front, the left shifter features a Rapid-Fire Mono shift lever that lets you shift both up and down with a single thumb lever. You push it once to shift from the small ring to the big ring. To go the other direction, you give it a little push forward until it clicks, or you can pull to release it and the chain moves back down to the small ring.

Details

• 12-speed trigger shifters for the new XT mountain groupset
• Lighter action and improved ergonomics vs. previous generation
• Rubberized thumb paddle for improved grip while downshifting
• I-SPEC EV version gives you a wide range of position adjustments
• Multi-shift function lets you upshift two gears at once
• Two-way release lets you push or pull the trigger to shift
• Left shifter uses a single lever for both shifting functions
• Item #SHIU18L

Tech Specs

Material

aluminum

Type

trigger

Crankset Compatibility

Shimano 12-speed

Compatible Components

Shimano M8100 series 12-speed drivetrains

Claimed Weight

[rear, bar clamp] 4.1oz (117g), [rear, I-SPEC EV] 4.2oz (120g), [front, bar clamp] 2.8oz (78g), [front, I-SPEC EV] 2.8oz (78g)

Recommended Use

cross-country, enduro, trail

Manufacturer Warranty

2 years