Bicycle element large, Shimano, is launching their new 1×8 drivetrain, ESSA. The brand new inexpensive drivetrain is geared to focus on the lively, entry-level bike owner. ESSA shall be suitable with the present 8-speed flat-bar ACERA, ALTUS, and TOURNEY TX techniques.
Engineered with an Essence of Lively idea, Shimano Essa is supplied to raise Shimano’s current 8-speed lineup. Essa will simplify an typically advanced set of element teams. Being each versatile and strong, Essa is prepared for the following technology of cyclists.
ESSA- The Essence of Lively
Shimano says ESSA is good for a variety of informal sport bikes. Some of these bikes would come with MTB, health, and metropolis bikes. The ESSA slender/huge tooth profile and Dynamic Chain Engagement expertise will guarantee dependable chain retention whereas driving the rougher stuff.
The brand new 1×8 velocity system is alleged to have a 400% wider gear vary. And the compatibility with Shimano’s present 8-speed Hyperglide techniques will make issues simpler for retailers and cyclists.
RD-U2000 Rear Derailleur
Steady drivetrain efficiency on trails
- Optimized geometry and spring retention scale back chain drop
- Low-profile design is optimized for tough terrain
- Complete capability: 34t
- Max low sprocket: 45t
- Shimano Shadow RD
FC-U2000-1 Entrance Chainring
Particular gear tip form improves chain engagement and retention for easy driving over tough terrain.
- Chainring choice: 32t, 40t
- Dynamic Chain Engagement+ (32t)
CS-HG400-8 Cassette
Big selection 8-speed cassette gives dependable shifting efficiency for varied driving types.
- Big selection: 11-45t (11-13-15-18-22-27-35-45)
- Hyperglide
ESSA branded merchandise will solely embrace the rear derailleur and crank, based mostly on the prevailing Hyperglide platform, and seamlessly combine with the prevailing Shimano branded merchandise in that vary.
New CUES Quick Attain
Shimano has optimized the ergonomics of the brand new CUES group that was launched final 12 months. The replace, referred to as S-Attain, is a shorter attain to activate each the shifter and brake levers all through the CUES line. This alteration shall be a pleasing change for these riders with smaller arms. It will present a extra comfy and assured driving expertise for all riders.
The brand new S-Attain shifters are extra intuitive and cozy. They’re outfitted with distinctive push/push shifting and two thumb-accessible buttons near the grip. Thumb journey is decreased by 11% and the 2 levers are 10 and 12mm nearer to the rider.
The brand new CUES replace applies to the brake levers as properly, as they create the lever 20% nearer to the handlebar, making stopping simpler and constructing confidence.
Shimano Non-Collection Hubs
Using piggyback on the launch of the Shimano ESSA and the elevated range of the brand new up to date CUES group, sits a refresh for Shimano’s non-series hubs. Each the entrance and freehubs shall be utterly renewed throughout all the 11/10/9/8-sp[eed lineup. They will even be concentrated round a easy and simply understood line-up.
TC600 advert TC/QC500
The sealing efficiency of those two hub fashions will embrace labyrinth and speak to seal bearings – designed to endure excessive torque ranges for aggressive path driving.
QC400 & QC300
This sequence options contact seals solely, whereas the QC300 sequence retains conventional cup and cone bearings.
FH600 and FH500 (eBike use)
These are designed for dependable eBike use. The FH600 and FH500 Freehubs with Microspline shall be suitable with Shimano LinkGlide 11-speed hubs and be simply upgraded from Linkglide to Hyperglide+ 12-speed. This creates peace of thoughts for riders and mechanics with regards to any after-service upkeep of the hubs.
