Ultegra Front Derailleur R8000

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Ultegra front derailleur r8000.

Entering shifters brake cables. Ultegra r8000 presents a host of real improvements over the already excellent 6800 series groupset performing just as well as dura ace 9100 at the cost of a 260g weight penalty. Just a few queries regarding the cable installation for ultegra r8000 and which cables derailleur brakes use which end cap types if any. Front derailleur dura ace fd r9100 ultegra fd r8000 105 fd 5801 procedures for cable tension adjustment and top adjustment differ from those of previous models.

R8000 series new ultegra r8000 series is pro proven as it is a direct trickle down from dura ace groupset. The clamp on is easy to set up offers multiple cable routing options and features a natural front shift lever stroke and. Black plastic end caps entering front brake no end cap rear brake entering frame internal routing metal end cap with tongue. It also matches the wider pitch of the new r8000 crank creating increased compatibility with disc brake road frames.

When you remove the front derailleur you will have a mark where to place the backup plate remove the tape first. Once the backup plate is attached you can install the front derailleur. Ultegra fd r8000 front derailleur the trickle down of dura ace 9100 technology to ultegra r8000 11 speed drivetrains continues with the fd r8000 front derailleur. The shimano ultegra r8000 series front derailleur offer lighter front shifting operation and easier setup thanks to the new link construction and integrated cable tensioner.

As road bike component the stress free operation is one of the most important feature to lead all day riding comfort with braking and shifting. Shimano redesigned it to have a lighter shift action increased frame and tire clearance and to work better with chain lines seen on road bikes with disc brakes and shorter chainstays. No end caps derailleur cables.