Whether you’re in the market for your first Groupsets purchase, or you’re looking to add to your collection, you’ve come to the right place to find the very best Shimano Groupsets of 2020. There is a lot of choice when shopping for Shimano Groupsets, to be precise we found 76 products in the category at Wiggle Online Cycle Shop. Then from the 76, we found that Shimano is the manufacturer of 25 of them. We’re here to make that shopping process much simpler for you by finding you the top Shimano Groupsets products to be found this year.
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As you’ve probably already noticed, there is tons of choice when you are shopping for Groupsets, but the good thing is, you’ve already decided that you’re looking to buy a decent brand like Shimano. So that just leaves you with the 76 choices that are available from Shimano. Take a quick look at the overview of our top picks for Shimano Groupsets to find out a bit more information on each.
1. Our Favourite – Shimano XT M8050 1×11 Di2 Groupset Groupsets
Price: £849.99
This groupset combines among the highest-performing on the market drivetrain efficiency and shifting performance, with the XT M8000 hydraulic brakes, all of which are highly regarded in the world of Cross Country mountain bike riding, Enduro racing and everything associated with Trail riding. The Shimano 1×11-Speed system provides drivetrain excellence, which reduces weight thanks to not needing a front derailleur or shifter, while the large, wide-range cassette fills the gear-ratio gap that the 2x chainset would once have filled. Shimano XT M8000 Single 11 Speed Chainset New 3D composite chainring’s teeth composition is optimized for each chainwheel loadout with steel driving gear teeth and aluminium support gears. Improved driving rigidity. Loose ratio gear combination for minimum shifting gap and maintaining rhythm. Enhanced chain retention. Better sealing and better rotation. Cassette Compatibility: 11 Speed 4-Arm Chainrings: Yes Bolt Circle Diameter: P.C.D. 96mm Crank Arms: Hollowtech II Technology Bottom Bracket: BB-MT800/BB-MT800-PA BB Shell Width: 68, 73mm Chainring: Included, 4-Arm Shimano XT Di2 M8050 11 Speed Rear Mech The XT Di2 M8050 11 Speed Rear Mech blends powerful performance with precise shifting that remains crisp and consistent over time. The low-profile geometry and chain stabiliser ensure drivetrain security while the electronic wire transmission maintains consistent performance in all weather and trail conditions. Shifting motor responds instantly to rider input E-Tube electric wire transmission guarantees consistent performance in all conditions Accurate chain position in every gear Programmable, multi-shift and Shimano Synchronised Shift functions Low-profile design keeps derailleur safely away from trail obstacles Shimano Shadow RD+ chain stabilizer with easy adjustment Compatible with CS-M8000 11-46t cassette (1X11) and 11-40/11-42 (2×11) Shimano XT Di2 M8050 11 Speed Shifter With its advanced ergonomics and shift logic, the Shimano XT Di2 M8050 11 Speed Shifters deliver seamless control and instant response. Free from mechanical limitations, its rotary switch design follows the rider’s natural hand movement and features customisable lever ergonomics. The short stroke levers provide light action with a vivid indexed feel to improve shift accuracy even in the roughest trail conditions, while the versatility of Di2’s programmable shift logic allows the rider to custom tune the system to their riding style. Ergonomic rotary shift lever design matches natural hand movement Short stroke, perfect click levers provide faster, more accurate shifting Programmable, multi-shift and Shimano Synchronised Shift functions Dual-directional wire exit cap for versatile routing options Weight: 90g (each) Shimano XT Di2 MT800 System Display Mounted to the handlebar, the Shimano XT Di2 MT800 System Display is the central rider interface of the XT Di2 system. From the System Information Display, riders can monitor important information such as battery level and toggle performance functions, as well as charge the system. Identify system status of battery level, gear position, shift mode and FOX iRD suspension position; all at a glance Provide audible shift notification chimes Toggle between three Shimano Synchronised Shift modes available (S1/S2/Manual) Digitally adjust front and rear derailleurs and provide numerical adjustment indicator Wireless communication (ANT private/Bluetooth low energy) allows for easy to set up, customisation and data utilisation in the field with a smartphone, tablet and other mobile devices Battery charging port 3 E-Tube ports Shimano XT M8000 11 Speed 11-40t Cassette The Shimano XT M8000 11 Speed Cassette features a computer designed tooth configuration with contoured shift gates, resulting in a crisp smooth shift even under load. High-performance 11-speed Dyna-SysII cassette Close ratio gearing allows more efficient use of energy through finer cadence control Largest sprockets are mounted on lightweight alloy carriers to reduce weight and increase rigidity Sprockets are cut away and drilled to further reduce weight without reducing rigidity Light and durable 40/42T sprockets Chrome-plated finish offers hard wearing resistance to corrosion Alloy cassette lock ring For 11-speed HG-X11 MTB chains Shimano XT M8000 Hydraulic Disc Brake Shimano’s XT M8000 Disc Brake is powerful and fully-bled to deliver superb stopping prowess in all conditions. The fully-bled lever and caliper come without adapters or rotors, which gives you the freedom to customise your bike for the ideal riding experience. Brake Lever: 2 Finger, Forged Alloy Reach Adjuster: Yes Servo Wave Action Power Adjuster: Yes Brake Hose Type: SM-BH90-SBM Calliper Mount Type: Hydraulic Disc Brake Piston Type: Twin Mount: Hinged clamp for quick installation, I-spec-II compatible Hose Length: Front: 1000mm; Rear: 1700mm Recommendation: Use with Ice Tech rotors for optimum braking performance (not supplied)
2. Shimano Dura-Ace R9120 Disc Groupset Groupsets
Price: £1249.99
This groupset features pro-level components, which feature exceptional stiffness, lightweight and exceptional power-transfer. The R9120 is equipped with modern hydraulic disc brakes to enable you to brake later when coming into corners, be in more control of your momentum and maintain your speed through even the most demanding of technical route sections; this groupset it is perfect for any professional and aspiring road racer. Brake/Shift Levers: Dura Ace 11-Speed R9120 Drop Bar Adjustable reach and free stroke adjustment Crisp shift feel and ergonomic shift lever position Precision balanced hydraulic brake system, ideal for racing Weight: 180g (per lever) Brake Calipers: Dura Ace R9120 Hydraulic Disc Elegant, Low-Profile Design Optimised hydraulic system for balanced braking Simple and Clean one-way bleeding system (Shimano Mineral Oil) Exceptional efficiency, power and control Weight: 130g Front Derailleur: Dura Ace R9100 2×11-Speed Optimised for use with modern Disc Brake hub spacing Refined cable routing increases shifting performance Precise and accurate Fast, crisp and smooth performance Low-profile Weight: 66g Rear Derailleur: Dura Ace R9100 11-Speed Lighter, faster, more precise Shadow RD Clutch Technology equipped Self-lubricating micro-machined fluorine-coated link pivot bushings Weight: 158g Chainset: Dura Ace R9100 2×11-Speed Stiff, lightweight, durable for exceptional power-transfer Hollowtech II Construction – weight reduction without any sacrifice to structural integrity or performance Hollowglide Chainrings for smooth operation Bolt Circle Diameter (B.C.D): 110mm Compatibility: Frames with O.L.D. 135 / 142mm hub spacing and 410mm chainstay length Weight: 621g Cassette: Dura Ace CS-9100 Titanium/Alloy Construction Fast and accurate shifting efficiency Advanced, optimised shifting performance Weight: 175g Chain: Dura Ace 11-speed HG-901 Sil-Tec surface treatment technology (PTFE plating) Zinc-Alloy plated outer links 5.62mm chain width Weight: 243g
3. Shimano Ultegra R8050 Di2 11 Speed Groupset Groupsets
Price: £1059.99
Providing market-leading electronic gear shifting performance thanks to the Di2 drivetrain system and trickle-down technology from the top-level Dura-Ace groupsets. TheUltegra R8050 Di2 Groupset guarantees shifting accuracy and crisp and precise shifts with every push of the shift button. No further adjustment is required once your gears have been set up, and instead of mechanical cables, this system uses fully sealed, high-end Di2 electronic wires that relay your gear selection instantly; this truly is the essence of modern, electronic drivetrain efficiency. Please Note: Brake cables are not included Shimano Ultegra R8050 STI Drop Bar Levers Drop bar STI with shift buttons Ergonomic design with greater reach Updated internal shifting unit Powerful and controllable braking system Multi-shift function Tuneable Reach and Free-Stroke adjustment Weight: 295g Shimano Ultegra R8000 Mechanical Rim Brakes Sleek, Low-profile design Wider Tyre Clearance Compatible with Tyres up to 28c Improved braking efficiency and power Balance weight, stiffness and stopping power Stabiliser between axles reduces deformation and improves braking efficiency Weight: Front: 183g; Rear: 180g Shimano Ultegra R8050 2×11 Speed Front Derailleur Precise and accurate shifting Fast and Smooth engagement Auto-Trim that centres the front derailleur as you shift across the rear cassette, avoiding chain rub Syncronised Shift Technology to communicate with Rear Derailleur to optimise performance Low-profile design 2×11-Speed Weight: 132g Shimano Ultegra R8000 11 Speed Rear Derailleur Derailleur contains a saver (fuse) function Low-profile design Shadow RD Technology Syncronised Shift Technology to communicate with Front Derailleur to optimise performance High tolerance cold forged aluminium link plates and body construction Four self-lubricating micro-machined fluorine-coated link pivot bushings 11-Speed Compatible Weight: 242g Shimano Ultegra R8000 11 Speed Chainset New 4-arm design for stiff, lightweight performance Weight reduction without any sacrifice to structural integrity or performance Hollowtech II construction Hollowglide chainrings 11-Speed Compatible Bolt Circle Diameter (B.C.D): 110mm Compatibility: Frames with O.L.D. 135 / 142 mm and 410mm chainstay length Weight: 690g Shimano Ultegra R8000 Ultegra 11 Speed Cassette For use with 11-Speed HG-EV chains Advanced, optimised shifting performance Weight: 232g Shimano Ultegra HG701 6800 11 Speed Chain Sil-Tec surface treatment technology (PTFE plating) Zinc-Alloy plated outer links 5.62mm chain width Weight: 257g Shimano Di2 E-tube Electric Wires 300mm x 3 700mm x 1 1000mm x 1 1200 x 1 Electronics SM-EW90-A E-tube Di2 Junction Box-A, 3 port and the M-JC41 E-tube, Di2 bottom bracket Junction for internal wire routing Di2 internal mount battery Di2 internal battery charger direct to SM-EW90 Junction (one hour charge time)
4. Shimano Dura-Ace R9170 Di2 Groupset Groupsets
Price: £2199.99
Designed to raise the bar for drivetrain performance, the R9170 groupset is a favourite among World Tour riders thanks to its unmatched shifting performance and advanced function. Both the front and rear derailleur communicate with each other as you shift up and down the gears to ensure that the perfect balance between cassette sprocket and chaining selection is being used; this balance provides the most efficient and performance enhancing power-transfer available. Superior Hydraulic Disc Brake Performance This groupset is equipped with among the most advanced hydraulic disc brakes in the world of road cycling today. Shimano has been long-known for their superb mountain bike disc brake systems which have now been developed and optimised to provide the highest levels of brake performance available in the world of competitive road cycling. Shimano Dura-Ace 11-Speed R9170 Di2 Drop Bar Levers Drop bar STI with shift buttons Ergonomic design with greater reach More controllable and confidence inspiring in race conditions Carbon composite plastic material hood Customise the shifts to suit your riding style More defined click feeling and ergonomic shift lever position Updated internal shifting unit Optimally balanced hydraulic brake system for racing Powerful and controllable braking system Multi-shift function Tuneable Reach and Free-Stroke adjustment Weight: 180g (per lever) Shimano Dura-Ace R9170 Hydraulic Brake Calipers Sleek, Low-profile design Optimally balanced hydraulic brake system for racing Simple set up and maintenance Easy and clean one-way bleeding process ICE Technologies Freeza for advanced heat dissipation Wide pad clearance and chamfer of brake pads Improved braking efficiency and power Balance weight, stiffness and stopping power Weight: 130g Shimano Dura-Ace R9150 2×11-Speed Di2 Front Derailleur Designed to work with the wider gear pitch spacing Shimano chainsets without sacrificing shifting performance on bikes with 135 / 142 mm O.L.D. Di2 Optimised Precise and accurate shifting Quick and smooth front shifting under high pedalling torque Fast and Smooth engagement Auto-Trim that centres the front derailleur as you shift across the rear cassette, avoiding chain rub Syncronised Shift Technology to communicate with Rear Derailleur to optimise performance Low-profile design 2×11-Speed Weight: 104g Shimano Dura-Ace R9150SS 11-Speed Di2 Rear Derailleur Derailleur contains a saver (fuse) function Low-profile design Di2 Optimised Shadow RD Technology Syncronised Shift Technology to communicate with Front Derailleur to optimise performance High tolerance cold forged aluminium link plates and body construction Four self-lubricating micro-machined fluorine-coated link pivot bushings 11-Speed Compatible Weight: 104g Shimano Dura-Ace R9100 2×11-Speed Chainset New 4-arm design for stiff, lightweight performance Weight reduction without any sacrifice to structural integrity or performance Hollowtech II construction Hollowglide chainrings 11-Speed Compatible Bolt Circle Diameter (B.C.D): 110mm Compatibility: Frames with O.L.D. 135 / 142 mm and 410mm chainstay length Shimano Dura-Ace CS-9100 Cassette For use with 11-Speed HG-EV chains Advanced, optimised shifting performance Shimano Dura-Ace 11-speed HG-901 Chain Sil-Tec surface treatment technology (PTFE plating) Zinc-Alloy plated outer links 5.62mm chain width Shimano Di2 E-tube Electric Wires 300mm x 1 350mm x 2 600mm x 1 700mm x 1 1000mm x 1 Electronics SM-EW90-A E-tube Di2 Junction Box-A, 3 port and the M-JC41 E-tube, Di2 bottom bracket Junction for internal wire routing Di2 internal mount battery Di2 internal battery charger direct to SM-EW90 Junction (one hour charge time)
5. Shimano Ultegra R8020 Disc 11 Speed Groupset Groupsets
Price: £769.99
This groupset design provides precise shifting accuracy, crisp and smooth shifts with every click of the shift lever and exceptional comfort thanks to the levers feature tuneable reach and free-stroke adjustment. This enables you to get the maximum performance and comfort for your hand size/requirements, which massively increases your overall riding experience and race performance. Hydraulic Disc Brake Performance Featuring hydraulic disc brakes that are among the most advanced in the industry, which has evolved from many years of mountain bike disc brake performance. This brake feel, modulation and superior braking power is now available on road bikes and has been optimised for top-level performance in the sport of road racing. Shimano ST-R8020 Ultegra Hydraulic STI Drop Bar Shifters and Hydraulic Calipers Drop bar STI with shift buttons Hydraulic brake lever with integrated Hydraulic reservoir tank Tuneable Reach and Free-Stroke adjustment Kit contains two bled ST-R8020 STI levers, BR-R8070 flat mount brake callipers with pads, hoses and mineral oil (without rotors or adapters) Shimano Ultegra R8000 2×11-Speed Front Derailleur Optimised for wider gear pitch spacing Shimano chainsets without sacrificing shifting performance on bikes with 135 / 142 mm O.L.D. Precise and accurate shifting Low-profile design 2×11-Speed Weight: 132g Shimano Ultegra R8000 11-Speed Rear Derailleur Derailleur contains a saver (fuse) function Shadow RD Technology High tolerance cold forged aluminium link plates and body construction Four self-lubricating micro-machined fluorine-coated link pivot bushings 11-Speed Compatible Weight: 242g Shimano Ultegra R8000 11-Speed Chainset New 4-arm design for stiff, lightweight performance Hollowtech II construction Hollowglide chainrings 11-Speed Compatible Bolt Circle Diameter (B.C.D): 110mm Compatibility: Frames with O.L.D. 135 / 142 mm and 410mm chainstay length Weight: 690g Shimano Ultegra R8000 Ultegra 11-Speed Cassette For use with 11-Speed HG-EV chains Advanced, optimised shifting performance Shimano Ultegra HG701 6800 11-Speed Chain Sil-Tec surface treatment technology (PTFE plating) Zinc-Alloy plated outer links 5.62mm chain width Weight: 257g
6. Shimano Ultegra R8070 Di2 Disc Groupset Groupsets
Price: £1264.99
This groupset features Synchro Shift technology, where the front and rear derailleurs communicate with each other as you shift through the gears. This ensures that at any point, your drivetrain is sitting in the optimal gear ratio to provide the highest efficiency and performance while also delivering the lowest wear on your drivetrain. Brake/Shift System: R8070 Ultegra hydraulic Di2 STI Drop Bar E-tube and Hydraulic Calipers Drop bar Di2 STI lever with shift buttons Hydraulic brake lever with an integrated Hydraulic reservoir tank Finely tuneable Reach and Free-Stroke adjustment Two ports for use with E-tube electric cables Kit contains two bled ST-R8070 STI levers, BR-R8070 flat mount brake callipers with pads, hoses and mineral oil (without rotors or adapters) Front Derailleur: R8050 Ultegra Di2 11 Speed Front Derailleur E-tube Designed to work with the wider gear pitch spacing Shimano chainsets without sacrificing shifting performance on bikes with 135 / 142 mm O.L.D. Precise and accurate shifting Low-profile design 11-speed E-tube Di2 compatible Weight: 132g Rear Derailleur: R8050 Ultegra Di2 11 Speed Rear Derailleur E-tube High tolerance cold forged aluminium link plates and body construction Four self-lubricating micro-machined fluorine-coated link pivot bushings 11-Speed E-tube Di2 compatible Contains a saver (fuse) function Weight: 242g Chainset: R8000 Ultegra 2×11 Speed New 4-arm design for stiff, lightweight performance Hollowtech II construction Hollowglide chainrings 11-Speed Compatible Bolt Circle Diameter (B.C.D): 110mm Compatibility: Frames with O.L.D. 135 / 142 mm and 410mm chainstay length Weight: 690g Cassette: R8000 Ultegra Ultegra 11 Speed For use with 11-Speed HG-EV chains Advanced, optimised shifting performance Chain: Ultegra HG701 6800 11 Speed Sil-Tec surface treatment technology (PTFE plating) Zinc-Alloy plated outer links 5.62mm chain width Cables: Shimano Di2 E-tube Electric Wires 300mm x 1 350mm x 2 600mm x 1 700mm x 1 1000mm x 1 Electronics: SM-EW90-A E-tube Di2 Junction Box-A, 3 port and the M-JC41 E-tube, Di2 bottom bracket Junction for internal wire routing Di2 internal mount battery Di2 internal battery charger direct to SM-EW90 Junction (one hour charge time)
What’s the best Shimano Groupsets?
Of course there are tons of different factors that can influences which product gets crowned as the best Shimano Groupsets, so the tips below will give you a good indication of the things to look out for when you’re shopping for your new Groupsets.
Check out plenty of reviews
Without doubt, reviews are your most valuable asset when it comes to shopping online. Reviews provide you with a level of genuine feedback that you simply can’t get from a retailer or a manufacturer. Brands of course always want their product to seem like they are the best possible option, so it’s important to get lots of unbiased feedback from actual customers. Reading reviews will really help you to get a good understanding of the quality, price, features and overall benefits of choosing one of the Shimano Groupsets products over another alternative. Customer reviews are the next best thing to actually being able to get your hands on the product and trying it for yourself. So spend the time reading through as many reviews as you can, both good and bad.
Run Price comparisons
Another very important aspect of shopping online for your Shimano Groupsets, is to make sure that you don’t just go-ahead and buy from the first retailer that you come across. Take the time to shop about and find the best deals going. Fortunately for you, we’ve done the hard work for you, finding the cheapest Shimano Groupsets around.
We’ve also run a bit of analysis to give you a good idea of how the prices of Shimano Groupsets stack up. As you can imagine there is a fair amount of variance in price when shopping for different options from Shimano, in fact the cheapest product we found in the Groupsets category was £2.99 yet the highest price of the 76 products was £2999.99, and the average was £853.58.
It’s also worth looking deeper at the products from Shimano. The cheapest price in our scan was £1.39, whilst we found that the highest was £2199.99 and the average £90.81.
Buy from trusted shops
It sounds obvious but make sure you are buying your Shimano Groupsets from retailers that you know well. We would of course recommend that you’re only shopping from big retailers. Our price comparison will only search for Groupsets products at trusted retailers like Wiggle Online Cycle Shop. The old rule of “if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is” works well even when shopping online. But there are of course bargains to be had still, for example we found our top pick, Shimano XT M8050 1×11 Di2 Groupset Groupsets, was available at Wiggle Online Cycle Shop for just £849.99.
Don’t forget delivery costs
Delivery costs, whilst often minimal are important to factor into any budget that you’re setting yourself. It’s important to set yourself a budget or you can often find yourself spending way more than you had originally intended, so set yourself a budget before you get too involved in the shopping and make sure you factor in the extra money for any delivery costs that you might incur.
Warranty
The last piece of advice when looking for the best Shimano Groupsets is to look at any returns policy or warranty that is included with the product you’re buying. Even a 30 day returns policy and/or 1 year warranty can often be enough piece of mind. As you’re looking to buy from Shimano, you’re in pretty safe hands that you’re getting a great product, but nevertheless it’s still reassuring to know that you’ve got a warranty should anything go wrong with the product.
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