Shimano XTR vs XT vs SLX vs Deore | MTB Drivetrains Explained!

Are you thinking of upgrading your mountain bike? Choosing which drivetrain to pick can be quite confusing! Following the release of the Deore 12 speed groupset in 2020, there are now more choices than ever when it comes to 1x12 drivetrain setups with a nice variety of price ranges to suit everybody! In this video, Doddy talks you through the difference between XTR, XT, SLX and Deore 12 From their respective weights, shifting characteristics and the overall design, Doddy will help you decide which Shimano groupset is right for your Mountain bike!

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⏱ Timestamps ⏱
0:00 - Intro
0:18 - Shimano groupset
3:00 - MTB crank comparison
5:28 - MTB chain comparison
8:20 - MTB Cassette comparison
10:11 - MTB shifter comparison
11:59 - MTB rear mech comparison

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