Shimano

Shimano – The Japanese Expert in Bike Components Since 1921

A Brand Born from Innovation and Precision

Founded in 1921 in Sakai, Japan, by Shōzaburō Shimano, the Shimano brand is now the global leader in bike components. Originally specialising in the manufacture of bike hubs, Shimano has diversified its activity to cover all essential components: derailleurs, brakes, cranksets, cassettes, chains, pedals, wheels, and electronic systems.

Shimano is recognised for its commitment to technological innovation, quality, and reliability. The brand has revolutionised the bike industry with technologies such as indexed transmissions, hydraulic disc brakes, and electronic groupsets (Di2). Today, Shimano equips the best cyclists and bikes in the world, from road and MTB to gravel and urban cycling.

Iconic Products for All Disciplines

Shimano offers a complete range of components for all cycling practices:

• Drivetrain Groupsets:
  • Dura-Ace: The high-end range for road cycling, offering lightness, precision, and optimal performance for professional and demanding cyclists.
  • Ultegra: A high-performance and versatile range, ideal for road cyclists seeking excellent value for money.
  • 105: An accessible range for road cyclists, combining durability and performance.
  • Deore XT: The reference for MTB, offering robustness and precision for the most demanding terrains.
  • XTR: The high-end range for MTB and cross-country, designed for competitions and extreme performances.
  • SLX: A versatile range for MTB, combining performance and accessibility.
• Brakes:
  • Hydraulic Disc Brakes: Such as the XTR, XT, and Deore series, renowned for their braking power and modulation.
  • Rim Brakes: Such as the Ultegra and 105 for road cyclists.
• Cranksets and Cassettes:
  • Hollowtech II Crankset: Lightweight and rigid, designed for optimal power transmission.
  • Cassettes: Such as the Ultegra and Dura-Ace series for road, or XT and XTR for MTB, offering exceptional durability and precision.
• Pedals:
  • SPD Pedals: For MTB and urban cycling, offering secure engagement and freedom of movement.
  • SPD-SL Pedals: For road cycling, designed for optimal power transmission.
• Wheels:
  • Dura-Ace Wheels: Lightweight and aerodynamic, ideal for road racing.
  • Deore XT Wheels: Robust and versatile for MTB.
• Electronic Systems:
  • Di2 (Digital Integrated Intelligence): An electronic shifting system offering unmatched precision, speed, and reliability.
  • STEPS: Electric assist system for e-bikes.

Revolutionary Technologies

Shimano has introduced many innovations that have marked the bike industry:

• Indexed Transmission: Enabling precise and reliable gear shifts.
• Hydraulic Disc Brakes: Offering superior braking power and modulation.
• Hollowtech II Technology: Reducing the weight of cranksets while increasing their rigidity.
• Di2 System: Enabling ultra-fast and precise electronic gear shifts.
• Shadow RD+ Technology: For MTB derailleurs, offering increased stability and better protection against impacts.

Renowned Athletes and an Impressive Track Record

Shimano equips many professional athletes and teams in all cycling disciplines. Among the most well-known:

• Tadej Pogačar: Winner of the Tour de France and champion in the most prestigious road cycling races.
• Mathieu van der Poel: World champion in cyclocross and high-performing in MTB and road cycling.
• Professional Teams: Shimano equips World Tour teams such as Team Jumbo-Visma and Ineos Grenadiers, as well as MTB and cyclocross teams.

Thanks to these collaborations, Shimano has accumulated an impressive track record, with victories in the biggest global competitions, such as the Tour de France, Road Cycling World Championships, MTB World Championships, and classics like Paris-Roubaix and the Giro d’Italia.

Why Choose Shimano?

• Constant Innovation: Technologies like Di2 and hydraulic disc brakes for optimal performance.
• Japanese Quality: Rigorous manufacturing and quality control for durable and reliable components.
• Versatility: A complete range for all cycling disciplines, from road to MTB.
• Durability: Components designed to withstand the most extreme conditions.
• Precision: Ultra-precise transmission and braking systems for an optimal riding experience.
• Environmental Commitment: Shimano is committed to reducing its environmental impact with sustainable production processes.