Shimano SLX SL-M7000-B-I 2-/3-/10-/11-speed Shifter w/ I-Spec

The SLX SL-M7000-B-I shifter by Shimano - I-Spec and Rapidfire Plus

The Shimano SLX SL-M7000-B-I shifter can be combined with older brake levers to save space on the handlebar thanks to the I-Spec (B) mount. This also saves weight and ensures a tidy cockpit. In addition, it is possible to flexibly adjust the position of the shifter. Like the clamp version, the SL-M7000-B-I impresses with stable shifting, ergonomic design and minimal operating forces. Behind this is the proven Rapidfire Plus technology, with which up to three gear steps can be shifted down with one shift stroke, as well as the 2-Way Release function. This allows the release lever to be operated by pulling with the index finger or pushing with the thumb, thus releasing the low-friction Optislick cable in two directions. The SLX shifter is available in three versions - for the left as a 2-/3-speed shifter (no mode converter required) and for the right as a 10-speed or 11-speed shifter.

Specifications:

Series:

SLX M7000

Application:

Cross Country, Enduro, All Mountain

Gearing:

2/3x, 10-speed, 11-speed

Mount:

I-Spec I (B)

Technical Information:

Type:

Rapidfire Plus

Body Material:

Aluminium

Lever Material:

composite material (GFRP), steel

Cable:

stainless steel (Optislick)

Cable Housing:

OT-SP41

Adjustment Options:

• cable adjust
• position adjust

Compatibility:

MTB 2x11-speed:

Front Derailleur:

FD-M9020, FD-M9025, FD-M8020, FD-M8025, FD-M7020-11, FD-M7025-11, FD-M5100

Crank:

FC-M9000-2, FC-M9020-2, FC-M9020-B2, FC-M8000-2, FC-M8000-B2, FC-M7000-2, FC-M7000-B2, FC-M5100-2, FC-M5100-B2, FC-MT700-2, FC-MT700-B2, FC-MT600-2, FC-MT600-B2

Rear Derailleur:

RD-M9000, RD-M8000, RD-M7000-11, RD-M5120, RD-M4120

Cassette:

CS-M9001, CS-M8000, CS-M7000-11, CS-M5100-11

Chain:

CN-HG901-11, CN-HG701-11, CN-HG601-11, CN-LG500

Brake Lever:

I-Spec B

MTB 3x11-speed:

Front Derailleur:

FD-M9000, FD-M8000

Crank:

FC-M9020-3, FC-M8000-3

Rear Derailleur:

RD-M9000-SGS, RD-M8000-SGS

Cassette:

CS-M9001, CS-M8000, CS-M7000-11, CS-M5100-11

Chain:

CN-HG901-11, CN-HG701-11, CN-HG601-11, CN-LG500

Brake Lever:

I-Spec B

MTB 2x10-speed:

Front Derailleur:

FD-M617, FD-M618, FD-M6020, FD-M6025, FD-M4100

Crank:

FC-M627, FC-M627-B, FC-M617, FC-M617-B2, FC-M6000-2, FC-M6000-B2, FC-M4100-2, FC-M4100-B2, FC-MT500-2, FC-MT500-B2

Rear Derailleur:

RD-M5120-SGS, RD-M6000-GS

Cassette:

CS-M4100-10, CS-HG500-10, CS-M771-10, CS-HG81-10, CS-HG50-10, CS-6700, CS-5700, CS-4600

Chain:

CN-HG95, CN-HG54

Brake Lever:

I-Spec B

MTB 3x10-speed:

Front Derailleur:

FD-M7000-10, FD-M7005-10, FD-M611, FD-M610, FD-M6000

Crank:

FC-M552, FC-M7000-10, FC-M622, FC-M523, FC-MT500-3, FC-M6000-3

Rear Derailleur:

RD-M7000-10, RD-T8000, RD-M6000-SGS, RD-T6000, RD-T780, RD-T670-A, RD-T610

Cassette:

CS-M4100-10, CS-HG500-10, CS-M771-10, CS-HG81-10, CS-HG50-10, CS-6700, CS-5700, CS-4600

Chain:

CN-HG95, CN-HG54

Brake Lever:

I-Spec B

Features:

• max. number of gears per shift: 3 (main lever, rear)
• ergonomic design for less shifting effort
• 20% easier rear shifting
• uniformly stable shifting operations
• tidy, adjustable cockpit
• Optislick inner cable with a minimal galvanic coating for more efficient cable routing and corrosion resistance
• painted housing

Technology:

Rapidfire Plus
Rapidfire Plus is a type of Shimano shift lever construction that has been common in the mountain bike sector since 1985. Two levers, the main lever and the release lever, are used instead of a twist shifter. Rapidfire Plus shift levers, as the name suggests, ensure fast shifting. In addition, depending on the model, it is possible to downshift up to three gears with one shift stroke.

2-Way-Release
With 2-Way-Release, the shifter can be pressed and pulled to shift to the smaller sprocket or chainring. This allows you to adjust the shifting process to your personal preferences. Most Rapidfire Plus shifters are equipped with 2-Way Release.

I-Spec
I-Spec enables the connection between the brake lever and shift lever on MTB derailleurs from Shimano. The main advantages are a cleaner look at the cockpit, more space on the handlebars and, of course, weight savings.

Note from the manufacturer:

The I-Spec shifters have a new mount (Version B) as of 2014. First of all, there is no compatibility with brake levers with the old I-Spec mount. However, they can be made compatible with the old I-Spec brake levers by using a connecting bolt , provided the handle diameter on the handlebar is smaller than 32 mm. For handlebar grip diameters from 32 to 36 mm, there is no possibility to combine the I-Spec B shifter with older I-Spec brake grips.

Models:

2/3x:

Mount:

left

Manufacturer Number:

I-SLM7000BILBP

10-speed:

Mount:

right

Manufacturer Number:

I-SLM700010BIRAP

11-speed:

Mount:

right

Manufacturer Number:

I-SLM700011BIRAP

Contents:

• 1 x Shimano SLX SL-M7000-B-I shifter
• 1 x Shimano cable, 1800 mm or 2050 mm
• 1 x Shimano 1320 mm cable housing or 1880 mm
• 2 x or - 3 x Shimano 6 mm sealed end caps
• 1 x Shimano long nose end cap (not w/ 2/3x)