Shimano's SLX is characterised by its elegant appearance and high-quality technologies. The mid-range groupset offers countless performance features that already characterise its "big sister", the Deore XT, and combines these with excellent value for money, extreme robustness and comprehensive versatility. The result is mountain bike components that offer the right setup for almost every biker.The SL-M7000 shifters, which are equipped with the proven Rapidfire Plus technology and 2-Way-Release and ensure consistent shifting performance with minimal operating forces, are responsible for the high-precision but ultra-smooth shifting with the SLX.2-Way-ReleaseRapidfire Plus shifters are equipped with 2-Way-Release (release in two directions). This means that the shift cable is released by pulling with the index finger or pressing with the thumb.I-Spec IIFastening system for the integration of shift and brake levers. With its narrow clamp, the new I-Spec II ensures a tidy look, lower weight and more space on the handlebars.