SRAM’s Transmissions have been getting all the eye for MTB drivetrains recently, and now there’s a brand new one. Solely, this one will solely be out there in case you purchase a whole bike together with it. The brand new S-1000 Eagle Transmission guarantees to be probably the most reasonably priced choice but, however for now, you’ll solely discover it on full bikes as an OE spec.
Together with S-1000, SRAM can also be introducing the brand new DB8 Stealth brakes. SRAM says that each of those product choices are aimed toward delivering the dream of strong efficiency for extra riders.
Let’s get proper into it.
SRAM DB8 Stealth
The DB8 is SRAM’s easy, sturdy, and highly effective brake for riders preferring the set-and-forget. It makes use of a low-maintenance mineral oil paired with confirmed lever expertise. It additionally options straightforward adjustment entry and superior ergonomic consolation.
The stealth lever physique design brings the hose parallel to the bar, permitting for a sleeker, extra fashionable journey. SRAM says it shouldn’t be a shock that they’ve “Code-like energy” because the DB8 Stealth makes use of comparable caliper structure and current brake pads.
DB8 Stealth Retail & Options
Retail: $137 – Disc Brake, Diffusion Black, entrance 950mm hose (consists of MMX clamp, rotor/bracket offered individually) – Mineral Oil Brake B1
Retail: $137 – Disc Brake, Diffusion Black, rear 2000mm hose (consists of MMX clamp, rotor/bracket offered individually) – Mineral Oil Brake B1
- Stealth lever structure
- Code-like heavy-duty energy
- Tooled lever attain modify
- Makes use of current Code pads
- Designed to be used with Maxima Mineral Oil solely
- Designed to be used with SRAM Mineral Oil Bleed Equipment solely
DB8 Stealth Specs
SPECIFICATIONS
| Software (DB) | MTB |
| Brake sort | Hydraulic |
| Blade materials | Aluminum |
| Colour (DB) | Diffusion Black Anodized |
| Rec MMX clamp (not included) | MMX clamp, black, metal |
| Orientation | Entrance, Rear |
| Pad sort (Disc) | Metal-backed natural |
| Bracket (Disc Brake) | Direct mount DIR |
| Hose size (mm) | 2000mm, 950mm |
| Rotor (AM solely) | n/a |
| Pistons | 4 |
| Piston materials | Phenolic Plastic |
| Rotor sort really helpful | 1-piece CenterLine |
| Clamp Included (DB) | Sure – MMX Clamp |
SRAM S-1000 Eagle Transmission
SRAM is assured that the introduction of the brand new T-Sort S-1000 Eagle to the Eagle Transmission Ecosystem will make Eagle T-type Transmissions extra attainable to extra riders.
SRAM S-1000 Eagle Crankset
The S-1000 Transmission crankset presents a modern, sturdy crankarm that’s engineered to be each sturdy and dependable. Like different cranks within the Transmission ecosystem, the S-1000 crank options 8-bolt ring compatibility. It additionally presents a stamped metal or aluminum ring with non-obligatory bash guards.
Permitting for aftermarket customization, the chainrings are cross-compatible with chainring and bash guard choices.
S-1000 Eagle Crankset Options
- Solid aluminum crankarm with 8-bolt ring compatibility
- Built-in composite bash guards shared with GX and X0 Eagle Transmission
- 155mm, 160mm, 165mm, 170mm, 175mm lengths
- Stamped metal or aluminum chainrings
- Suitable with all SRAM T-Sort parts
- OE availability solely
S-1000 Eagle Derailleur
This derailleur is the entry level to the Eagle Transmission ecosystem. The S-1000 Eagle Derailleur has the identical structure as SRAM’s GX Eagle Transmission. The total-mount design mounts across the wheel’s axle on UDH-equipped bikes. It additionally consists of what SRAM calls Cassette Mapping, or “the wedding of the derailleur’s firmware and {hardware} to our T-Sort cassettes, helps ship one of the best shift beneath load. Even beneath the added energy of an eMTB.”
Like the entire Eagle Transmission derailleurs, the S-1000 is rebuildable. It has replaceable skid plates and a two-piece outer hyperlink. It has a detachable cage meeting that merely rotates off. That includes a modern black-on-black look signifies that it may be combined and matched with different T-Sort ecosystem parts.
The S-1000 additionally options SRAM’s new Drag Spring Cage Damper for dependable chain retention and long-term reliability.
The S-1000 Eagle Derailleur Options
- Suitable with all SRAM T-Sort parts
- Shares GX Eagle Transmission structure with a modern black colorway
- New drag spring cage damper
- Hangerless Interface, Full Mount attachment methodology
- Radically clear setup course of, no adjustment required
- OE availability solely
SRAM XS-1270 Eagle Cassette
Sporting the identical medal-winning expertise as the opposite Transmission cassettes within the Eagle household, the XS-1270 presents unimaginable efficiency for extra riders.
Completed in a novel nickel chrome, this cassette guarantees to be quiet, sturdy, and incorporates a replaceable gear cluster. And for the primary time on a conventional HG splined driver physique, the XS-1270 incorporates a full 10-52t vary due to the mixing of the tenth tooth and lockring.
The XS-1270 Eagle Cassette Options
- Full 10-52t vary
- Gears 8-12 (10-12-14-16-18t) are a replaceable cluster
- Splined 8, 9, 10 Velocity Driverbody suitable – metal Driverbody materials required
- Full X-SYNC design for best-ever inboard and outboard shifting efficiency beneath load
- Distinctive black nickel chrome end
- 55mm chain line compatibility for a extra average chain angle, longer put on, and higher precision. Setup Cog for easy setup
- Suitable with all SRAM T-Sort parts
