Force AXS D2
New Force AXS D2 groupset frequently asked questions.
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Can I pair my new Force AXS drivetrain to my Hammerhead head unit?
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Does the system need to know what size cassette I am using for the appropriate number of compensating rear shifts?
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Is there a shifting mode where I can set up the rear derailleur to make automatic shifts to offset changing gears when shifting the front derailleur?
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If I select the sequential shifting option, can I still command the front derailleur to shift manually if I want it to with my new Force AXS system?
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Can I customize the settings of my new Force AXS drivetrain?
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Can I turn enhanced shifting on or off without connecting to the AXS app?
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Can I set up my new Force AXS shifters to shift the front derailleur automatically for fully sequential-style shift logic?
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With new Force AXS, how many gear selections are available with a 2x drivetrain?
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Has the battery life changed or improved?
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What’s the difference between a Wide AXS front derailleur and a standard AXS front derailleur?
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What is the max rear tire width compatibility for new Force AXS front derailleurs?
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Why do Force AXS rear derailleurs use the Orbit fluid damper instead of the Roller Bearing Clutch used on SRAM’s mountain bike rear derailleurs?
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Do the new Force AXS rear derailleurs still offer Orbit fluid damper?
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What is the max cog size that is compatible with new Force AXS rear derailleurs?
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Is there a different rear derailleur for 2x and 1x drivetrains for the new Force AXS drivetrain?
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Can I use the new Force AXS rear derailleur without the front derailleur to make a 1x drivetrain?
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What surface treatment/coating is SRAM using on Force AXS chains?
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How do I size a chain for a new 2x Force AXS drivetrain?
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How do I size a chain for a new 1x Force AXS drivetrain?
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Are special chain tools, chain pliers, or chain whips required to work on new Force AXS drivetrains?
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What type of freehub body is required for XG-1270 and XG-1271 road cassettes?
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What cassette sizes are compatible with the new Force AXS rear derailleur?
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When power meter-equipped new Force AXS 2x integrated road chainrings wear out, does the power meter have to be replaced?
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What size and type of tool is required to remove new Force AXS direct mount chainrings from the crank arm interface?
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What chainring size options do you offer for new Force AXS cranksets?
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Are different spindle lengths required to fit wider bottom bracket variants such as BB386 and BBRight?
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Is there a chainring integrated power meter for 1x?
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Are new Force AXS cranksets compatible with Trek’s BB90 bottom bracket standard?
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What is the chain line of the new Force AXS crankset/chainrings?
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What are the frame fit specifications for new Force AXS components?