Shimano Alivio FD-M3120 9-Speed Double Front Derailleur
| Brand | Shimano |
|---|---|
| Colour | Silver / Black |
| Mech Option | Side Swing |
Great value Alivio dual pull double front derailleur offering crisp performance on and off-road for 9-speed drivetrains.
The Shimano Alivio FD-M3120 2 x 9-speed front derailleurs use Shimano's new Side Swing for enhanced cable routing, light action, and smooth operation. The new design also increases clearance for large wheels and short chain stays.
Technology
Side Swing Front Derailleur
Horizontal movement follows the chain direction - smooth & efficient front shifting effort
More tire clearance for larger wheels
- No linkage behind seat tube
- Freedom to reduce chainstay length
50% more powerful outward shifting (FD-M9020)
Wider chainstay angle increases traction range (FD-M9020)
Features
- Side swing, side pull front derailleur decrease problems with tyre clearance and reduces cable friction
- Designed specifically with modern trail bikes in mind, Shimano side swing technology front derailleurs increases tyre clearance, while cable routing resulting in the lightest shifting action yet
- Side pull cable routing
- Wide pivot link design for greater torsional rigidity improves shifting response and service life
- Dual pull design allows it to be used with top or bottom cable routing
- For bike designs with 66-69 degree chainstay to seat tube angle
- For double 36 tooth max chainring
- For 48.8 / 51.8mm chainline
- Compatible with 9-speed drivetrains
