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Direct Mount Rear Derailleur
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Direct Mount Rear Derailleur
Rear wheels are easier to remove with a mounting option for SHIMANO SHADOW RD and SHIMANO SHADOW RD+. The direct mount feature is designed to suit a wide range of contemporary frames with large-section chainstays, in particular mountain bikes with thru-axle dropouts. Allows for flexible frame design No special tooling requirement (M10x1 Mount bolt, without e-clip) Easier to install rear wheel
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