Description

SHIMANO 105 R7100 12-Speed Front Derailleur – 34.9mm Band-On
Category: Bike Parts
Subcategory: Derailleurs
Attribute: Road Cycling
Experience the evolution of mechanical shifting with the SHIMANO 105 R7100 12-Speed Front Derailleur. Engineered for the modern road cyclist who demands reliability, precision, and performance, this derailleur brings top-tier technology to the heart of your drivetrain. It represents SHIMANO´s commitment to cascading its race-proven innovations, allowing more riders to enjoy a superior cycling experience. Whether you´re tackling steep mountain ascents, sprinting on the flats, or navigating long-distance endurance rides, the R7100 front derailleur delivers the confidence and control you need to push your limits.
The SHIMANO 105 12-speed front derailleur features lighter front shifting, smooth and natural shift action, and SHIMANO toggle link construction with an optimized cage design that is seamlessly compatible with disc brake road bikes. This sophisticated engineering translates directly into a more intuitive and less fatiguing ride. The toggle link mechanism provides a more linear and significantly lighter feel at the lever, ensuring that gear changes are quick and effortless, even under the high torque of a powerful pedal stroke. The optimized cage profile has been meticulously designed to work in perfect harmony with the chainline of contemporary road bikes, ensuring flawless chain movement and eliminating chain rub for a quieter, more efficient ride.
Installation and maintenance are streamlined for both professional mechanics and home enthusiasts. The inclusion of an integrated cable tension adjustment bolt allows for precise, on-the-fly tuning without the need for additional inline barrel adjusters, resulting in a cleaner aesthetic and simplified setup. This derailleur is purpose-built for the demands of 12-speed systems, providing the accuracy required for the tighter tolerances of modern drivetrains. For cyclists seeking to upgrade or build a high-performance mechanical road bike, the SHIMANO 105 R7100 front derailleur is the definitive choice for dependable and crisp front shifting, every single time.
Features:
– Lighter front shifting operation: Requires less force at the lever for quicker, more responsive gear changes.
– Smooth and natural shift action: Delivers a fluid and intuitive feel, allowing you to maintain cadence and momentum.
– Toggle link construction: Utilizes an advanced linkage design to provide a consistent and light shifting feel throughout the entire lever throw.
– Precise and easy front derailleur adjustment: Engineered for straightforward setup and fine-tuning, ensuring perfect performance.
– Routing options include bare shift cable and integrated cable housing stop: Offers versatile setup configurations for various frame designs.
– Integrated cable tension adjustment: Allows for simple and accurate tension tuning directly on the derailleur.
Technical Specifications:
– Model: FD-R7100-B
– Series: SHIMANO 105 R7100
– Pull Type: Down-pull
– Fixing type: Band-type L (34.9 mm)
– Total capacity: 16T
– Top gear teeth: 50-52T
– Rear Speeds: 12
– Front Speeds: 2