Great shifting performance on rough ground; clutch limits unwanted chain movement well; great shifter ergonomics; compatibility with other Shimano 12-speed kit Cons: Shifter isn’t as crisp as it could ...

Some Shimano quirks with the lever clamp and bleed procedure; rattly pads; some won’t like their super-direct feel Shimano’s SLX mountain bike groupset is the workhorse of its range, at times ...