Shimano XT SL-M8000 2-/3-/11-speed Shifter w/ Clamp

The XT SL-M8000 shifter by Shimano - improved ergonomics, lower operating forces

The Shimano XT SL-M8000 shifter is attached to the handlebars with a clamp and has ergonomic, differently structured levers. Compared to its predecessor model, the Vivid Index mechanism, which has always been known for its robust shifting operations, has been further optimised. 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.
SL-M8000 comes with a detachable gear indicator and a cover that can be mounted in place of the indicator.

Guidelines for Replacing E-bike Components:

Before you replace components on your e-bike, please read through the guidelines for component replacement for CE-marked e-bikes/pedelecs with pedal assistance.

Specifications:

Series:

Deore XT M8000

Application:

Cross Country, All Mountain

Gearing:

2/3x, 11-speed

Mount:

clamp (closed)

Technical Information:

Type:

Rapidfire Plus

Body Material:

Aluminium

Lever Material:

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

Cable:

stainless steel (Optislick)

Cable Housing:

OT-SP41

Gear Indicator:

yes

Adjustment Options:

• cable 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

E-Bike:

STEPS E8080, E6100, E6180, E5000, E5080 with mechanical rear derailleur (11-speed only)

Handlebar Grip Outer Diameter:

max. 32 mm

Clamp Diameter:

22.2 mm

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

E-Bike:

STEPS E8080, E6100, E6180, E5000, E5080 with mechanical rear derailleur (11-speed only)

Handlebar Grip Outer Diameter:

max. 32 mm

Clamp Diameter:

22.2 mm

Features:

• removable optical gear indicator (replace with enclosed cover if necessary)
• max. number of gears per shift: 4 (main lever, rear)
• ergonomic design for long untroubled riding pleasure
• 20% easier rear shifting
• Optislick inner cable with a minimal galvanic coating for more efficient cable routing and corrosion resistance
• 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)
• 2x bearings
• painted body and main lever
• stainless steel clamp bolts

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.

Models:

2/3x:

Mount:

left

Manufacturer Number:

I-SLM8000LBP2

11-speed:

Mount:

right

Manufacturer Number:

I-SLM8000RAP2

Contents:

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