Not buzzin’ mate.
Our test samples haven’t touched downin the UK yet so here’s the PR bumf for now…
Press release in full:
SHIMANO Introduces New DEORE M7200/M6200 Family
An infusion of high-performance technology and sleek finish elevates the new DEORE components to an upgrade-worthy groupset.
With options for all categories of riding, built to the standard of SHIMANO MTB groups and matching the sleek black and grey finish of DEORE Di2, SHIMANO presents an expanded and elevated DEORE family. All the hallmarks of a true MTB group are delivered with high-power consistent brakes, lightning-fast mechanical shifting under load, a derailleur designed to survive big hits, and superior cockpit ergonomics.
Built for riders who value durability, quick shifting, mechanical simplicity, and consistent braking, the new DEORE lineup brings advanced derailleur design, improved ergonomics, and performance braking options to one of mountain biking’s most trusted component families.
- Robust Drivetrain Construction – Built to survive trail impacts for rider confidence.
- Modern Mechanical Performance – Trusted cable-actuated shifting with updated ergonomics.
- Enhanced Chain Stability – Chain stabilizer and dual-spring construction increase spring force by 70% for better chain engagement and reliability over rough terrain.
- Predictable Braking Control – Refined power application with consistent performance and modulation in a wider temperature range.
Robust Drivetrain Construction
At the heart of the new DEORE M7200/M6200 drivetrain is the robust rear derailleur engineered to deliver smooth, reliable shifting even under heavy pedaling. The derailleur features a low-profile wedge shape stabilizer design, similar to Shimano’s latest Di2 mountain bike drivetrains. Its slim shape helps deflect trail impacts and avoid snagging on rocks or obstacles, allowing the derailleur to spring back into position without missing a shift.
Rear Derailleur Technology Features
- Low Profile Design – SHIMANO SHADOW ES technology delivers a wedge-shaped design that reduces the derailleur’s front-facing surface area and eliminates edges that could catch on rocks and roots.
- Super Strong Design – The rear derailleur body boasts a wide, well-braced linkage and solid pulleys to minimize debris entry and ensure durability.
- New Chain Stabilizing Technology – With SHIMANO SHADOW ES technology, the dual spring design creates higher chain tension for better chain wrap and retention.
- Options for both HYPERGLIDE+ and LINKGLIDE – Riders have the ability to choose between lightning fast shifting under load with HYPERGLIDE+ or prioritize maximum durability and smoothness with LINKGLIDE.
RD-M7200 – DEORE Derailleur for 12-speed HYPERGLIDE+
- SHIMANO SHADOW ES Technology
- Fast and precise shifting under load
- Robust structure with slim stabilizer
- Solid pulley construction
- Steel cage construction
- Long Cage RD-M7200 SGS for use with 12-speed 10-51T Cassette
RD-M7230 – DEORE Derailleur for 11-speed LINKGLIDE
- SHIMANO SHADOW ES Technology
- Maximum durability and strength coupled with ultra smooth shifting
- Robust structure with slim stabilizer
- Solid pulley construction
- Steel cage construction
- Long Cage RD-M7230 SGS for use with 11-speed 10-50T Cassette
RD-M6200 – Lower Cost DEORE Derailleur for 12-speed HYPERGLIDE+
- SHIMANO SHADOW+ RD Technology
- Fast shifting under load
- Clutch chain stabilizer reduces chain drop
- Steel cage construction
- Long Cage RD-M6200 SGS for use with 12-speed 10-51T Cassette
Durable Cranksets and Chain Retention
The new DEORE M6200 crankset delivers dependable power transfer through a two-piece design with a 24mm steel axle and optimized 176mm Q-factor. A new one-piece steel chainring incorporates Shimano’s DYNAMIC CHAIN ENGAGEMENT technology, improving driving efficiency, durability, and chain retention in rough terrain with a clean look.
FC-M6200 – DEORE Crank
- 2-piece crankset optimized for rigidity and durability
- 24mm steel axle
- Standard 176mm Q-factor
- Direct mount steel chainring
- DYNAMIC CHAIN ENGAGEMENT technology
- Crank Arm Lengths: 165, 170, 175mm
- Chainring Sizes: 30T, 32T
- Chain line: 55mm
Wide-Range Cassette
To serve different price points, SHIMANO introduces two new 12-speed cassette options within the DEORE lineup. The CS-M7200 pairs durable steel cogs with a 51T alloy cog for a lighter, more performance-oriented package. The CS-M6200 prioritizes value and maximum durability to withstand season after season of use.
CS-M7200-12 – DEORE 12-speed HYPERGLIDE+ 10-51T Cassette
- Lightweight performance design
- Robust shifting performance and improved strength
- MICRO SPLINE
- Steel cogs with an alloy largest cog
- Wide-range 10-51T gear range
CS-M6200-12 – DEORE 12-speed HYPERGLIDE+ 10-51T Cassette
- Robust shifting performance and improved strength
- MICRO SPLINE
- Durable steel cogs
- Light weight alloy carrier construction
- Wide-range 10-51T gear range
Refined Shifting Ergonomics
The new DEORE shifter delivers improved ergonomics and a more precise shifting feel. The redesigned lever features a shorter stroke and crisp actuation, paired with an optimized paddle that creates a nearly straight path for the first two shifts. This improvement in ergonomics follows the movement of the human hand, allowing riders to engage the shifter more naturally.
Multiple shifters are available to accommodate different bikes and drivetrain options. For 12-speed HYPERGLIDE+ drivetrains, the SL-M6200 shifter features multi-shift for regular bikes, while the SL-M6210 shifter is designed as an option for high-torque e-bikes and allows only single shifts to avoid cassette damage. A third shifter option, the SL-M6230, is designed for 11-speed LINKGLIDE systems. All DEORE shifters are available in both I-SPEC EV and clamp band options.
SL-M6200 – DEORE 12-speed HYPERGLIDE+ shifter with multi-shift
- Fast and precise shifting
- RAPIDFIRE PLUS and 2-WAY RELEASE
- Multiple shifts (up to 3) with main lever
- Clean cable routing
- Compatible with previous 12-speed drivetrains
- I-SPEC EV (SL-M6200-IR) and clamp band options (SL-M6200-R)
SL-M6210 – DEORE 12-speed HYPERGLIDE+ shifter for high-torque e-MTB
- Fast and precise shifting
- RAPIDFIRE PLUS and 2-WAY RELEASE
- Single shift only to protect the cassette
- Clean cable routing
- Compatible with previous 12-speed drivetrains
- I-SPEC EV (SL-M6210-IR) and clamp band options (SL-M6210-R)
SL-M6230 – DEORE 11-speed LINKGLIDE shifter with multi-shift
- Ultra-smooth shifting under load
- RAPIDFIRE PLUS and 2-WAY RELEASE
- Multiple shifts (up to 2) with main lever
- Clean cable routing
- Compatible with previous 11-speed LINKGLIDE drivetrains
- I-SPEC EV (SL-M6230-IR) and clamp band options (SL-M6230-R)
Powerful Braking System
The new DEORE brake levers and calipers benefit directly from trickle-down technology developed at the XTR and DEORE XT levels. The result is refined power delivery and predictable modulation that remains consistent across changing terrain and temperatures.
The updated DEORE system allows riders to tailor braking performance to their needs, pairing a single-lever (BL-M6200) with either a powerful four-piston caliper (BR-M6220) or a lighter two-piston option (BR-M6200). Upgraded internal seals and Shimano’s reformulated low-viscosity mineral oil ensure smooth fluid flow between lever and caliper, maintaining consistent braking feel in both hot and cold conditions.
DEORE Brakes
The lever features Shimano’s SERVO WAVE track for faster pad engagement and smooth, controllable power ramp-up. In combination with the newly designed calipers, the system delivers stable piston rebound and reliable performance across long descents and changing trail conditions.
BL-M6200 – DEORE Brake Lever
- Smooth SERVO WAVE power curve
- Low-viscosity oil that remains stable over a wider
temperature range - Clean look with hydraulic hose following parallel to bar
- Durable alloy lever
- I-SPEC EV compatible
BR-M6220 – Enduro / Trail Brake Caliper
- Dual diameter 4-piston design
- Low-viscosity hydraulic brake fluid
- Caliper seals with consistent rebound speed
- Rigid two-piece design
BR-M6200– XC Brake Caliper
- Lightweight 2-piston design
- Low-viscosity hydraulic brake fluid
- Caliper seals with consistent rebound speed
- Rigid two-piece design
UK pricing
| PART NO | DESCRIPTION | SRP £ | BAR CODE | |
| DEORE Mechanical – 12 Speed | ||||
| SLM6200IR | Deore SL-M6200 shift lever, 12-speed, I-Spec EV mount, right hand | £39.99 | 4550170247430 | |
| SLM6200R | Deore SL-M6200 shift lever, 12-speed, band on mount, right hand | £39.99 | 4550170247416 | |
| RDM7200SGS | RD-M7200 Deore mechanical, 12-speed, Shadow ES, SGS | £79.99 | 4550170954314 | |
| RDM6200SGS | RD-M6200 Deore mechanical, 12-speed, Shadow+ SGS | £69.99 | 4550170325107 | |
| CSM720012051 | CS-M7200 Deore 12-speed cassette 10 – 51T | £134.99 | 4550170227630 | |
| CSM620012051 | CS-M6200 Deore 12-speed cassette 10 – 51T | £109.99 | 4550170227678 | |
| FCM6200AA0 | FC-M6200 Deore chainset, 12-speed, 165 mm, 55 mm chainline, 30T | £99.99 | 4550170319854 | |
| FCM6200AA2 | FC-M6200 Deore chainset, 12-speed, 165 mm, 55 mm chainline, 32T | £99.99 | 4550170319878 | |
| FCM6200CA0 | FC-M6200 Deore chainset, 12-speed, 170 mm, 55 mm chainline, 30T | £99.99 | 4550170319892 | |
| FCM6200CA2 | FC-M6200 Deore chainset, 12-speed, 170 mm, 55 mm chainline, 32T | £99.99 | 4550170319915 | |
| FCM6200EA0 | FC-M6200 Deore chainset, 12-speed, 175 mm, 55 mm chainline, 30T | £99.99 | 4550170319939 | |
| FCM6200EA2 | FC-M6200 Deore chainset, 12-speed, 175 mm, 55 mm chainline, 32T | £99.99 | 4550170319953 | |
| FCMT520AA0 | FC-MT520 Deore chainset, 12-speed, 165 mm, 55 mm chainline, 30T | £89.99 | 4550170954918 | |
| FCMT520AA2 | FC-MT520 Deore chainset, 12-speed, 165 mm, 55 mm chainline, 32T | £89.99 | 4550170954734 | |
| FCMT520AA4 | FC-MT520 Deore chainset, 12-speed, 165 mm, 55 mm chainline, 34T | £89.99 | 4550170954888 | |
| FCMT520CA0 | FC-MT520 Deore chainset, 12-speed, 170 mm, 55 mm chainline, 30T | £89.99 | 4550170955045 | |
| FCMT520CA2 | FC-MT520 Deore chainset, 12-speed, 170 mm, 55 mm chainline, 32T | £89.99 | 4550170954819 | |
| FCMT520CA4 | FC-MT520 Deore chainset, 12-speed, 170 mm, 55 mm chainline, 34T | £89.99 | 4550170954963 | |
| FCMT520EA0 | FC-MT520 Deore chainset, 12-speed, 175 mm, 55 mm chainline, 30T | £89.99 | 4550170954772 | |
| FCMT520EA2 | FC-MT520 Deore chainset, 12-speed, 175 mm, 55 mm chainline, 32T | £89.99 | 4550170955007 | |
| FCMT520EA4 | FC-MT520 Deore chainset, 12-speed, 175 mm, 55 mm chainline, 34T | £89.99 | 4550170954857 | |
| M6200LR | Deore BR-M6200 rear 2 pot bled brake lever/post mount calliper, 1700 mm hose | £119.99 | 4550170000493 | |
| M6200RF | Deore BR-M6200 front 2 pot bled brake lever/post mount calliper, 1000 mm hose | £119.99 | 4550170000578 | |
| M6220LR | Deore BR-M6220 rear 4 pot bled brake lever/post mount calliper, 1700 mm hose | £149.99 | 4550170001032 | |
| M6220RF | Deore BR-M6220 front 4 pot bled brake lever/post mount calliper, 1000 mm hose | £149.99 | 4550170001209 | |
| BLM6200L | Deore BL-M6200 complete brake lever, I-spec EV ready, left hand | £44.99 | 4550170999094 | |
| BLM6200R | Deore BL-M6200 complete brake lever, I-spec EV ready, right hand | £44.99 | 4550170999155 | |
| BRM6200FR | Deore BR-M6200 2-pot calliper, post mount, without adapters, front or rear | £44.99 | 4550170999575 | |
| BRM6220FR | Deore BR-M6220 4-pot calliper, post mount, without adapters, front or rear | £74.99 | 4550170999643 | |
| 12 Speed | ||||
| SLM6210IR | Deore SL-M6210 shift lever, 12-speed, I-Spec EV mount, right hand | £39.99 | 4550170247461 | |
| SLM6210R | Deore SL-M6210 shift lever, 12-speed, band on mount, right hand | £39.99 | 4550170247508 | |
| 11 Speed | ||||
| SLM6230IR11 | Deore SL-M6230 shift lever, 11-speed, I-Spec EV mount, right hand | £39.99 | 4550170247393 | |
| SLM6230R11 | Deore SL-M6230 shift lever, 11-speed, band on mount, right hand | £39.99 | 4550170247485 | |
| RDM7230SGS | RD-M7230 Deore mechanical, 11-Speed, Shadow ES, SGS | £79.99 | 4550170954277 |
XT tho?
Oops. Got my Shimano numbers mixed up! Corrected now. I guess Deore 7200 is now SLX in all but name?
So we’re back to solid jockey wheels? Good move.
So, the version with a clutch… good to see the option… but isn’t it just the current M6100 with a new name? I wonder if they’ll do the same with XT?
Lets hope they also do an xtr version. No to batteries 👎
After requiring three difference devices to record a ride last week due to poor battery charging, I can absolutely agree that batteries on bikes are a level of care I can live without.
So does this mean there’s no actual clutches on Shimano mechs now? If so, judging by the reviews of new XTR, that isn’t a good thing…
HOW MUCH for a Deore Cassette now…
*continues shouting at sky*
This seems somewhat idiotic – I can see a lot of mislabelled or misordered items in the next few years. Different range names signify different technolgies and price points. But now theres two different levels of Deore.
a mechanical rear derailleur better able to cope with trail impacts can only be a good thing though.
if only they already had a registered name (and user familiarity) that would fit somewhere between Deore and XT
GX is £145.00.
It’s only £145 when discounted. RRP is over £200.
An update Shimano LX you suggest?
Indeed.
Deore 9sp Cassette in 2001 was £30 or so RRP.
With inflation that’s £63 today.
Yes it’s got more rings. But still…
10 spd Deore 11-36 cassettes has an RRP of £49.99.
HG+ is in a different league in many ways.
Box full of sub-£45 Deore M5100 11 speed 11-51 cassettes, good for 6000+km each; they’ll see me to retirement. Oh, you mean 12 speed? Yeah, not interested in selling my arse to fund a finicky drivetrain, thanks.
I’ve just paid £114 (reduced from £130)
For a chain….
I paid £55 for a 12 speed SLX cassette from Merlin 2 months ago. Your arse is cheap.
Shimano 12 speed is the opposite of finicky. Takes minutes to install with minor adjustments. Fit and forget. And 10% better range than 11-51 and probably lighter. Shifting under load much better too.
On the 10-51 vs 11-51 I can’t remember the last time I would have shifted into the 10t cog on my cassettes. I rarely touch a road on my mtb and if I’m going that fast off road it’s very unlikely I’m pedalling – unless on a fire road decent which is a waste of descending anyway. So actually deore 11 speed 11-51 would be fine for me in reality.
I don’t understand this move away from clutches (that work) from Shimano to a more sprung type arrangement that they first introduced on di2 that hasn’t generally been well reviewed.
the 12 speeds I’m currently running (admittedly SRAM) are the best drivetrains I’ve ever used for being the least finicky I’ve ever had, I spend no time adjusting them once they’re set up, the only time I touch them is when I change the cable, as opposed to 8,9,10 speeds of old which seemed to require endless adjustment.
So linkglide for 11spd, HG+ for 12. I assume that’s going to be the pattern across the range now (mirrors CUES).
I notice no 11 speed cassette is listed, TBH I would rather have an HG splined 11-50t that 10-50.
No new LG cassette – already in the line up. New 6200/7200 cassettes presumably get the updated shift profiling that the 8200/9200 cassettes got vs 8100/9100.
From what I can see, the 11 spd 10-50 LG cassette chat here and on PB are typos – LG cassettes still use HG freehub and so are limited to 11T big gear.
I was going to bring DX in to the equation as the natural level below XT with LX sitting where Deore did until recently but then I remembered that DX was just an updated Deore so Shimano has gone ultra old school!
STX, SLX?…… Modern nonsense.
DX was BMX stuff, including the best pedals ever made.
I’m just pleased to see there’s cable stuff stil being made whatever the number they stamp on it.
Not originally it wasn’t. 1990-92/3 Shimano MTB group sets were LX, DX then XT. DX was replaced by 93 LX just after XT was knocked off top spot by XTR (92). Before the it was called Deore (and Deore XT).
When you say originally… both the Deore name (touring) and DX name (BMX) predate Shimano making anything specifically for MTB, don’t they?
[ bring out the really old men… they’ll tell us… ]