What is the Shimano Alivio groupset?

What is the Shimano Alivio groupset?

While the Alivio groupset won’t be setting new standards in outright performance, it’s an important groupset for consumers who might be buying a bike on a budget, and this update introduces some of the tech previously seen on more expensive Shimano components. Read on to find out what changes have been made to the M3100 series of parts.

What are the different models of the Alivio sl-m3100 gear shifters?

The Alivio SL-M3100 gear shifters come in three models: the rear 9-speed SL-M3100-R shifter, the front three chainring SL-M3100-L shifter and the front three chainring SL-M3100-2L. All of the shifters are clamped to the bars using a band clamp; there is no I-spec compatibility.

What is the Shimano Alivio M3100?

The answer is to the next groupset down, and in Deore’s case that’s Alivio. Officially named M3100, it sits just below Shimano’s 10, 11 and (now) 12-speed Deore range, keeping the nine-speed drivetrain alive and well.

What’s new with Shimano Alivio front mechs?

For the old-school 2x and 3x drivetrain fans, Shimano has also updated the Alivio front mechs. Both the FD-M3120 and FD-M3100 front mechs are now compatible with 2.3in tyres mounted to ‘wider rims’ and tout a powerful gear-shifting movement that should help reduce the amount of force required to change gear.

What makes the Alivio group so special?

The ALIVIO group feature a full complement of advanced SHIMANO functions. Features like 9-speed, powerful V-BRAKE and disc brake systems, and RAPIDFIRE PLUS shifting make ALIVIO the trend-setting group for quality recreational mountain bikes. Experience the real MTB flavor! The ALIVIO group feature a full complement of advanced SHIMANO functions.

What kind of brakes does an Alivio have?

Features like 9-speed, powerful V-BRAKE and disc brake systems, and RAPIDFIRE PLUS shifting make ALIVIO the trend-setting group for quality recreational mountain bikes. Experience the real MTB flavor! The ALIVIO group feature a full complement of advanced SHIMANO functions.

What are the features of Alivio bikes?

The ALIVIO group feature a full complement of advanced SHIMANO functions. Features like 9-speed, powerful V-BRAKE and disc brake systems, and RAPIDFIRE PLUS shifting make ALIVIO the trend-setting group for quality recreational mountain bikes. More maneuverability. Less trouble by the lowest profile in 9-speed.