Shimano XT SL-M8000-I 2-/3-/11-speed Shifter w/ I-Spec II

The XT SL-M8000-I shifter by Shimano - even more flexible thanks to I-Spec II

The Shimano XT SL-M8000-I shifter can be adjusted to the rider's needs in both position and rotation thanks to I-Spec II construction, resulting in the greatest possible ergonomics. It is mounted on the handlebars with the help of a matching brake lever to save space and weight. SL-M8000-I features ergonomic, differently textured levers and a further improved Vivid Index mechanism - always known for crisp feedback. The left XT shifter can be used for 2x11-speed as well as for 3x11-speed drivetrains without a mode converter. The model comes with an Optislick cable, which reduces the effort required to shift gears by 20%.
Thanks to Rapidfire Plus technology, the shifter can shift down several gears at once and features the 2-Way Release function, which allows the shifter cable to be released by pulling with the index finger as well as pressing with the thumb. Of course, Instant Release for accelerated gear changes and - in the 11-speed version - Multi Release for the fastest possible shifting in both directions are also on board.

Specifications:

Series:

Deore XT M8000

Application:

Cross Country, All Mountain

Gearing:

2/3x, 11-speed

Mount:

I-Spec II

Technical Information:

Type:

Rapidfire Plus

Body Material:

aluminium

Lever Material:

aluminium (main lever), composite material (GFRP)/ steel (release lever)

Cable:

stainless steel (Optislick)

Housing:

OT-SP41

Adjustment Options:

• cable adjust
• position adjust
• shift lever rotation 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 II

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 II

Features:

• max. number of gears per shift: 4 (main lever, rear)
• ergonomic design for long untroubled riding pleasure
• 20% easier rear shifting
• longer lever body: uniformly stable shifting operations
• non-slip main lever - thumb operation
• wider operating surface of the release lever - thumb operation
• improved Vivid Index mechanism (compared to SL-M780)
• tidy, adjustable cockpit
• rotation adjustment for better ergonomics
• Optislick inner cable with a minimal galvanic coating for more efficient cable routing and corrosion resistance
• 2x bearings
• painted body and main lever

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.

Instant Release
With Instant Release, the spring and thus the cable are released immediately when the lever is actuated, which ensures an enormously fast shifting process. The delay caused by a two-step shifting process with click and release is eliminated, so that the gear change is considerably accelerated and improved.

Multi Release
With the Multi Release, which only affects the right-hand shift lever, two gears can be shifted with one actuation of the release lever without loss of shifting speed. This is independent of whether you use a Top-Normal or a Low-Normal rear derailleur.

I-Spec II
I-Spec II describes a variant of the connection between the brake lever and the shift lever on MTB or, more precisely, flatbar gears from Shimano. This type of mount makes for a tidy cockpit as it reduces the number of clamps needed. On some models it is also possible to adjust the shift lever both horizontally and vertically in relation to the brake lever. Then there is 12 mm of adjustment travel in the longitudinal direction and/or up to 15° of rotation - for optimum ergonomic adaptation to your riding style, seat position and anatomy.

Models:

2/3x:

Mount:

left

Manufacturer Number:

I-SLM8000ILBP

11-speed:

Mount:

right

Manufacturer Number:

I-SLM8000IRAP

Contents:

• 1 x Shimano XT SL-M8000-I shifter
• 1 x Shimano cable (1800 mm or 2050 mm)
• 1 x Shimano cable housing (1320 mm or 1880 mm)
• 2 x or - 3 x Shimano 6 mm sealed end caps
• 1 x Shimano long nose end cap (only for 11-speed)