Quick gear changing shift lever for aggressive trail riding of LINKGLIDE drivetrain. SHIMANO's LINKGLIDE RAPIDFIRE PLUS DEORE XT M8130 series shift levers deliver light and responsive front shifting for improved control out on the trail. Adjustable ergonomics enhance control while delivering quick and decisive shifting.

• Type: MTB
• Mounting type: On clamp, without indicator

Technologies

RAPIDFIRE PLUS

• Mountain bikers have used RAPIDFIRE PLUS since 1985. RAPIDFIRE PLUS is still a winning choice from a wide range of riders from XC racers to freeriders. RAPIDFIRE PLUS is suited to quick shifting, giving riders the ability to downshift three gears in one stroke. RAPIDFIRE PLUS shifters from DEORE to XTR all feature 2WAY-RELEASE, which means release shifts by pull of the index finger or push of the thumb.

2-WAY RELEASE

• The RAPIDFIRE PLUS shifter release lever is commonly called a trigger because it is operated like a pistol, by pulling toward the grip. The release lever of RAPIDFIRE PLUS shifters from SHIMANO ALIVIO to XTR can be operated in this same manner but adds the ability to activate a release shift by pushing with the thumb.

LINKGLIDE

• Smooth and decisive shifting and pedaling performance that's made to last. Robust cassette teeth resist damage when shifting and driving under high torque.

INSTANT RELEASE

• INSTANT RELEASE shifting replaces the two-stage click and release shifting you are familiar with. INSTANT RELEASE shifting releases cable as soon the lever is activated, resulting in the quickest possible gear changes. Whether it is an upshift with a top normal rear derailleur or a downshift with low normal rear derailleur a quicker shift is always a better shift.