New Shimano DEORE and XT Groupsets
SHIMANO Brings Wireless Shifting to More Riders with New DEORE XT M8200 & DEORE M6200 Di2 Groupsets.
Hot on the heels of SHIMANO’s race-bred XTR Di2 M9200 launch, the legendary DEORE XT line just got a serious tech injection and wireless shifting just became more accessible than ever.
With the introduction of the new DEORE XT M8200 Di2 and DEORE M6200 updates, SHIMANO is making sure that cutting-edge performance doesn’t just belong to elite World Cup racers. Whether you’re smashing enduro stages, climbing remote singletrack, or just chasing golden hour laps at your local spot, the new XT lineup is engineered to handle the real-world riding we all love. All with the precision, durability, and control SHIMANO’s Di2 platform is becoming known for.
Wireless Shifting, Trail-Proven Strength
The biggest headline? Fully wireless Di2 shifting is now available in the DEORE XT M8250 rear derailleur. It’s got the same ultra-fast, precise shifting DNA from the flagship XTR series, but with a beefier alloy cage and a price tag that won’t make your wallet cry.
New SHIMANO SHADOW ES tech gives the derailleur a low-profile wedge-shaped design that shrugs off rock strikes, while automatic impact recovery means you’ll keep riding even after taking a hit. Toss in a sealed battery and a reinforced pulley structure, and you’ve got a system that’s ready for aggressive trail riding and keeps your drivetrain humming along, even when the trail’s trying to rip it off.
Smooth Shifts Under Load – New Cassette + Crank Options
The new CS-M8200-12 cassettes keep your gear changes smooth even when you’re grinding uphill or sprinting flat out. Thanks to HYPERGLIDE+ tech, shifting under load feels effortless, while the mix of lightweight alloy and steel construction balances weight and durability.
You’ll also find a revamped FC-M8200 crankset built around HOLLOWTECH II construction, optimised for a wide range of disciplines. Whether you’re racing XC or rallying enduro, crank arm lengths from 160–175mm and chainrings from 28T–36T give you plenty of flexibility.
Intuitive Di2 Shifter Feel
Don’t worry, SHIMANO didn’t forget the all-important human connection. The new SW-M8250 Di2 shifters borrow their feel from mechanical RAPIDFIRE, giving each shift that tactile, satisfying click. You also get multiple shift modes (hold, click-through), adjustable paddles, and even a programmable third button to control your head unit or FREE/AUTO SHIFT features via the E-TUBE app.
Refined Braking Power for Every Rider
Whether you want 4-piston enduro stopping power or a lighter 2-piston setup for XC, the new DEORE XT M8200 brakes have you covered. They use the same pivot position as XTR for a more natural lever feel, plus SHIMANO ERGO FLOW and an updated SERVOWAVE cam for better power modulation.
BL-M8220 brake levers: Smooth action with new reach adjustment
4-piston BR-M8220: Trail/enduro braking with anti-rattle pads
2-piston BR-M8200 / BR-MT805: Lighter options for XC (post or flat mount)
All calipers use the low-viscosity mineral oil introduced with XTR, giving consistent power across changing conditions.
Stronger Wheels. Smarter Hubs.
SHIMANO wraps up the M8200 family with new WH-M8200 alloy wheels, designed to hit that sweet spot between lightweight performance and trail durability. They’re available in 27.5” or 29”, and run tubeless-ready 30mm internal width rims, stainless J-bend spokes, and a tough 28-hole layout.
Meanwhile, the M8210 hubs offer a buttery-smooth 3.5-degree engagement, updated seals, and lower drag while coasting, all with easy serviceability for those winter rebuilds.
What It Means for Riders
This isn’t just trickle-down tech. It’s SHIMANO bringing next-gen performance to the rest of us – riders who don’t necessarily race World Cups but still demand performance that holds up over time, on real trails, under real conditions.
If you’ve been waiting for a sign to go Di2, this is it.