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Sram X1New affordable 1x11 groupset

Stefan Frey

 · 01.05.2014

Sram X1: new affordable 1x11 groupsetPhoto: SRAM
Sram X1: new affordable 1x11 groupset
Sram is currently presenting the new X1 groupset at the Lake Garda Festival. The aim is to make single-speed drivetrains accessible to the masses with the most affordable 11-speed groupset to date.

After Sram established the single drivetrain with XX1 and X01, particularly in the race and enduro sector, a more affordable version is now coming onto the market with the X1. In terms of price, the new groupset should be a good 200 euros below the X01. Nevertheless, the X1 has all the technologies of the more expensive groupsets. According to Sram, no mountain biker needs more than eleven gears. Regardless of which area of use is the focus. The appropriate gradation of the eleven available gears is to be ensured by five different chainring sizes.

SRAM X1 1400 crankPhoto: SRAM SRAM X1 1400 crank

The crank of the X1 is made from aluminium. The X-Sync chainrings have the typical wide-narrow profile and are designed to reliably prevent chains from jumping off, even without a chain guide. The crank is available in three versions and weighs between 800 and 850 grams. Five different chainrings (30-32-34-36-38 teeth) should allow the gearing to be customised to the rider's needs.

SRAM X1 rear derailleurPhoto: SRAM SRAM X1 rear derailleur

The new X-Horizon rear derailleur works horizontally and is designed to prevent not only ghost shifting but also chain slap. As with the XX1 and X01, Sram relies on a special friction damper in the rear derailleur for this purpose. For easier wheel removal, the derailleur cage can be fixed in place using the Cage-Lock.

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SRAM X1 cassette with 10-42 teethPhoto: SRAM SRAM X1 cassette with 10-42 teeth

To reduce cassette production costs, the X1 cassette is not milled from a single block. The three small sprockets are manufactured in one piece, while the remaining eight sprockets are individually fitted to the special freehub body. For an optimum gear range, the gradation at the rear extends from 10 to 42 teeth (10-12-14-16-18-21-24-28-32-36-42). The weight is 315 grams.

SRAM X1 shift lever
Photo: SRAM

The Sram X1 1x11 shifting group in detail

Crank handle

  • Three versions available: X1 1400, X1 1200 and X1 1000
  • Weight: 800 to 850 grams
  • Chainrings: 30-32-34-36-38 teeth
  • Price: 177 to 274 euros

Rear derailleur

  • Horizontal parallelogram design
  • Weight: 256 grammes
  • Aluminium cage
  • Price: 205 Euro

Gear lever

  • Only eleven-way compatible
  • Weight: 121 grammes
  • X-Actuation; Zero-Loss-Technology
  • Price: 72 Euro

Cassette

  • 10-42 teeth
  • Weight: 315 grammes
  • Price: 278 Euro

Chain

  • Only eleven-way compatible
  • Weight: 258 grammes
  • Price: 33 Euro
Stefan Frey

Stefan Frey is from Lower Bavaria and loves the mossy, loamy trails of the Bavarian Forest as much as the rugged rock of the Dolomites. For technical descents, he is prepared to tackle almost any ascent - under his own steam. As an accessories specialist, he is the first port of call for questions about equipment and add-on parts, while as head of copywriting he sweeps the language crumbs from the pages of the BIKE print editions.

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