SAKAI, Japan -- Japanese bicycle parts maker Shimano plans to launch a gear shifting system next year that taps artificial intelligence to assist cyclists.

Shimano is bringing its electronically-actuated Di2 shifter technology to mountain bikes, claiming increased reliability, faster shift speeds and improved man-machine interface. Can it really make ...

There’s a new mixed drivetrain option in town. Cyclocrossers, monster crossers and gravel enthusiasts have been drawn to SRAM’s roller bearing clutch Type II rear derailleurs for better chain security ...

How much would you spend for an upgrade to smooth shifting on your next road bike? If $4,000 to $8,000 is in the ballpark, then a Shimano-powered electronic bike may be in your future. We took the ...

New firmware has been released by Shimano to make automatic gear shifting possible for e-bikes with Shimano Steps components (DU-E6001 and DU-E6010) and Nexus-8 Di2 (SG-C6060) sealed hub drive units.

Shimano has a deep-rooted history in the sport of cycling and celebrated its 100th birthday in 2021. It is one of the biggest names in the business for producing high-quality components across all ...