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Is it worth a $200 difference to upgrade from a Deore to an XTR Rear Derailleur? Probably not for most people on earth. This video explains the differences between the 4 derailleurs in the Shimano 12speed lineup and explains how for just shy of $25 you can upgrade your Deore to an XTR.

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Helpful Links

My Shimano 12Speed Rear Derailleur Comparison Guide Complete with exploded views, product links, part numbers, etc.
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Product Links

Cranksets
Deore https://amzn.to/3Pxh8N2 Best Bang for Your Buck (Tied)
SLX https://amzn.to/494nZEF + https://amzn.to/3PyBQfE Best Bang for Your Buck (Tied)
Deore XT https://amzn.to/43yzymk + https://amzn.to/4aqFuA7
XTR https://amzn.to/3x6wqlR + https://amzn.to/3PICp6R

Chains
Deore https://amzn.to/3uYSq1e
SLX https://amzn.to/49Imehx
Deore XT https://amzn.to/3PaSO3x
XTR https://amzn.to/4c1Yl6h Best Bang for Your Buck

Cassettes
Deore https://amzn.to/3wqtno2 Best Bang for Your Buck (Tied)
SLX https://amzn.to/3wsZC67 Best Bang for Your Buck (Tied)
Deore XT https://amzn.to/4bJ7Ua6
XTR Check your LBS!

Shifters
Deore https://amzn.to/47DdSXy
SLX https://amzn.to/3uKO79n
Deore XT https://amzn.to/3sYA27J Best Bang for Your Buck
XTR https://amzn.to/438XxbS

Rear Derailleurs
Deore https://amzn.to/3qKyAVl
SLX https://amzn.to/45k4Ygy Best Bang for Your Buck
Deore XT https://amzn.to/3YLjFGY
XTR https://amzn.to/3V2JK4l

Deore/SLX Pulley Set https://amzn.to/3sdUd0v
XT Pulley Set https://amzn.to/3si35SN (Can be used to upgrade Deore/SLX)

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Chapters

00:00 Intro
00:13 Shimano 12 Speed Groupset Explained
01:54 Shimano Rear Derailleur Offerings
02:37 Similarities
02:59 Difference #1 Jockey Wheels
03:59 Difference #2 Materials of Construction
05:13 Difference #3 Clutch Tension Adjustment
06:16 Weight Comparison in Beer
07:54 Ending Screen


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