What is SRAM GX equivalent to in Shimano?

XT
The SRAM GX Eagle groupset is a worthy contender to Shimano’s XT, offering similar performance to 12-speed options. It’s designed to be lightweight, reliable and suitable for all trail types.

Is GX better than NX?

SRAM’s GX groupset is focused more on higher-end customers who are looking to pay more to save some weight on their bike, and they also offer a bit more performance than the budget-oriented NX groupset.

Does SRAM GX have a clutch?

Leveraging the legendary history of SRAM shifting, the GX 2×10 rear derailleur provides incredible shifting speed and precision. EXACT ACTUATION™ technology eliminates slop and shifting variation. ROLLER BEARING CLUTCH™ technology delivers maximum drivetrain stability-even through the most punishing terrain.

What is the difference between SRAM GX and X01?

The primary difference between the three AXS derailleurs is the cage material. From left to right: XX1 uses carbon and alloy, X01 uses alloy, and GX uses steel. That is the ONLY difference between the GX and X01 models.

What is better Shimano SLX or SRAM GX?

Winner: Shimano SLX M7100 Shimano’s SLX groupset is priced incredibly well – the drivetrain is 30% cheaper than GX Eagle. Both GX Eagle and SLX come in at around 1/3rd of the cost of SRAM and Shimano’s flagship groupsets (that’s XX1 and XTR).

Does SRAM GX work with Shimano cassette?

Considering these parts were never designed to play well together, the Sram GX AXS shifter and derailleur work perfectly on the Shimano XTR cassette. I really don’t see any drawbacks to trying this upgrade. So if you want wireless shifting but you already have a Shimano drivetrain, I’d say “send it.”

Will GX cassette work with NX derailleur?

Unfortunately your NX derailleur is not compatible with a 52t cassette. (The new derailleurs do work with the older 50t cassettes however.) In addition, being you currently have an NX cassette, your rear hub will not accept a GX cassette (50 or 52t) as they mount on an XD driver and your NX ready hub is Shimano HG.

How many gears does SRAM GX have?

12-speed
2021 SRAM GX Eagle 12-speed groupset bottom line Even after a couple of months, shifting continues to feel smooth and accurate, and it all comes in at a reasonable price.

Does the SRAM GX Eagle derailleur have a clutch?

Take the time and DO IT RIGHT. While Eagle also doesn’t have an adjustable clutch…or even a way to turn the clutch off like Shimano.

What level is SRAM GX Eagle?

GX Eagle is the first level to use the SRAM XD freehub body. If you have the Shimano HG style freehub body and you don’t want to upgrade it, you can always use the NX Eagle cassette with the rest of the GX Eagle components.

Is x01 worth it over GX?

Imo the XO1 is worth the cost over GX out of any other component in the drivetrain barring maybe the chain. One’s a single piece of machined steel billet the other is stamped/machined and pinned together. I’ve never had a pinned sram cassette work for me, ever.

What is the SRAM GX Eagle AXS groupset?

SRAM’s GX Eagle AXS groupset is the brand’s latest addition to the AXS wireless electronic shifting lineup.

How much does the GX Eagle AXS derailleur and shifter weigh?

Weight-wise, the GX Eagle AXS derailleur and shifter tip the scales at 545g. The same setup in GX Eagle mechanical level weighs 434g, while Shimano’s XT M8100 is a svelte 418g.

How does the AXS shifter work?

The shifter has two buttons that can be user-programmed via the AXS smartphone app to function as low or high gear shifters and operated by a rider’s thumb, or a third rear trigger connected to the upper button can be used with the rider’s index finger.

What is the difference between GX Eagle and Shimano XTR?

The same setup in GX Eagle mechanical level weighs 434g, while Shimano’s XT M8100 is a svelte 418g. For comparison, the same XX1 Eagle AXS components weigh 459g, while mechanical Shimano XTR M9100 parts weigh 373g.