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MEET THE DURA-ACE MECHANICAL SHIFTING SYSTEMS

Mechanical Shifting Systems:

Lighter mechanical shifting and refined ergonomics 
Improving further upon DURA-ACE’s industry-best mechanical shifting, DURA-ACE R9100 Dual Control Levers deliver further refined shift performance with improved ergonomics, available in mechanical rim brake or hydraulic disc brake configurations. 

ST-R9100, Dual Control Lever (2x11-speed)
ST-R9120, Hydraulic Disc Brake Dual Control Lever (2x11-speed)

- Shorter lever stroke delivers quick and intuitive rear shifting 
- A redesigned internal shifting unit provides lighter front shifting operation 
- Front shifter redesigned with new front derailleur
- Ergonomic shape and refined hood cover material 
- Expanded reach adjustment range (14mm) Mechanical Brake
- More customizable and precise lever position
- Easy brake control Hydraulic Brake
- Consistent braking performance in any condition
- Weight: 365g (ST-R9100, Pair), 505g (ST-R9120, Pair)

Redesigned derailleurs deliver lighter action and improved precision

Shimano’s new DURA-ACE R9100 mechanical derailleurs provide superior performance and easier set up. The front derailleur offers more cable routing options and features an integrated cable tension adjustment eliminating the need for a barrel adjuster. The new DURA-ACE rear derailleur features Shimano’s Shadow RD design, which gives the derailleur a lower profile and more stable operation. 

FD-R9100, Front Derailleur (2x11-speed)

- Lighter and intuitive shifting operation
- Natural front shift lever stroke
- More ergonomic power curve
- Precise & easy front derailleur set up
- More cable routing options
- Integrated cable tension adjustment
- New link (Toggle) construction does not require special tools 
- Adjustable cable tension on the front derailleur
- Adapted for race specific disc brake frame design
- Available wider front gear pitch
- Allows for shorter chainstays with 135mm OLD
- Total capacity: 16T
- Weight: 69g (FD-RR9100-F)

RD-R9100, SHIMANO SHADOW RD (11-speed)

- Shimano Shadow RD low-profile design
- Pulley maintains consistent distance to cassette for increased shift stability
- Less damage in a crash
- Maintains compact and smooth appearance
- Total capacity: 35T
- Weight: 158g

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