General

Rival, Force, Red eTap AXS

• Can SRAM RED, Force and Rival eTap AXS be fitted to a bike that is currently compatible with 8, 9, 10 or 11-speed groupsets?
Yes, provided you have a rear wheel with an XDR driver body. Replacement XDR driver bodies are available from most wheel manufacturers to retrofit 11-speed road rear wheels. Or, if you are replacin... See more
• Do AXS groupsets have smartphone connectivity? Do I need a USB dongle for potential firmware updates?
AXS and eTap AXS groupsets have Bluetooth mobile connectivity through the SRAM AXS app. All component updates are handled through the app: AXS app Overview. No USB dongle is required for firmware u... See more
• What eTap AXS system information is made available to be displayed on ANT+ or BLE compatible GPS head units?
The same information as first generation eTap: that includes gear selection, number of shifts and battery status. It is up to the head-unit manufacturers to include shift profile data into their de... See more
• Can I turn enhanced shifting on or off without connecting to the AXS app?
Yes you can! You can use the AXS buttons on the back of the shift paddles to toggle between manual shifting or the enhanced shift mode (Sequential or Compensating) without connecting to the AXS app... See more
• If I enable sequential shifting, can I still command the front derailleur to shift manually if I want it to?
Yes. Just push both shift paddles at the same time to make the front shift just as you would in full manual mode. See more
• 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?
Yes. You can use the AXS app to enable Compensating Shift Mode: When a front shift is performed, the rear derailleur compensates for the large gear change by shifting one or two cogs in the opposit... See more
• What 2x X-Range gearing options do you recommend for someone who is making the switch from a typical 2x11 setup?
CHAINRINGS                                                                               CASSETTE 11-speed RED       X-Range                                    11-speed RED  X-Range 53/39          ... See more
• What is the chain line of the Rival eTap AXS crankset/chainrings?
The chainline for standard spindle cranksets is 45mm. The chainline for wide spindle cranksets is 47.5mm-a difference of 2.5mm between these two cranksets. See the Road Frame Fit Specifications doc... See more
• What is the Q-Factor for Rival eTap AXS road cranksets?
The Q Factor is the distance of the pedal attachment points between the crank arms. Rival standard spindle cranksets = 145mm Q Factor Rival wide spindle cranksets = 150mm Q Factor See our Frame Fit... See more
• What is the bolt circle diameter (BCD) of the Rival crankset?
The BCD for Rival 2x cranksets is 107mm for 48/35T and 46/33T standard spindle, and 94mm for 43/30T wide spindle with chainrings made specifically for the Rival crankset. 1x Rival cranksets have di... See more
• What crank lengths will be available for Rival eTap AXS?
Crank lengths available for Rival eTap AXS are 160mm, 165mm, 170mm, 172.5mm, and 175mm. Browse the Rival eTap AXS range. See more
• What chainring size options do you offer for Rival eTap AXS?
Rival eTap AXS is offered in the following chainring sizes and configurations: 2x = 48/35T, 46/33T 2x Wide spindle = 43/30T 1x Wide spindle = 40T, 46T You can also use our X-Sync Road Direct Moun... See more
• What surface treatment/coating is SRAM using on Rival 12-speed Flattop chain?
The Rival 12-speed Flattop chain uses a nickel coated surface treatment on the outer and inner plates with Hard Chrome treatment on the pins, making the chain extremely strong and durable. See more
• What cassette size ranges do you offer for Rival eTap AXS?
For Rival eTap AXS, we offer a 10-30T and a 10-36T cassette option. Rival eTap AXS rear derailleurs will work with SRAM RED or Force 10-28T and 10-33T cassettes as well. Learn more about available ... See more
• Will additional cassette size options be added later?
SRAM is always working on new product designs but does not comment on products that may be in development. See more
• What gearing options are available for Rival eTap AXS?
What gearing options are available for Rival eTap AXS? Rival eTap AXS has a 10-30T and 10-36T cassette option and is also fully compatible with SRAM RED and Force 12-speed cassettes from 10-28T up ... See more
• What is the widest 2x gearing setup available for Rival eTap AXS?
For the widest 2x range, choose the 10-36T cassette, then choose your ring set for intended riding purpose. All chainring combinations with a 10-36T cassette also allow for a sub-1:1 gear ratio acr... See more
• What 2x X-Range Rival eTap AXS gearing options do you recommend for someone who is making the switch from a typical 2x11 setup?
CHAINRINGS:                                                         CASSETTE: 11sp                       X-Range                                 11sp                       X-Range 53/39T           ... See more
• How many gear selections are available with a 2x eTap AXS drivetrain?
Two up front and twelve in the rear. However, the small chainring/small cog combination is always locked out to avoid chain rasp against the inside of the large chainring when using a front deraill... See more
• Can I use a Rival eTap AXS rear derailleur without a front derailleur to make a 1x drivetrain?
Yes. Just like the proven SRAM RED and Force eTap AXS rear derailleurs, the spring clutch equipped Rival eTap AXS rear derailleur is capable of excellent 1x chain system management when paired with... See more
• Is there a different Rival eTap AXS rear derailleur for 2x and 1x drivetrains?
The Rival eTap AXS rear derailleur can be used in both 1x and 2x drivetrain setups. It is equipped with a spring clutch for excellent chain management in both 2x and 1x applications. For those want... See more
• Can I configure eTap AXS for an extra wide range 1x drivetrain gearing setup on my drop bar bike?
Yes, mullets are still in style, and you can reach up to a 520% gear range in the following manner: eTap AXS shifters XX1, X01, or GX Eagle AXS rear derailleur 11-50T, 10-50T, or 10-52T Eagle 12-s... See more
• How do I upgrade my current bike to eTap AXS?
You likely can upgrade your current 8, 9, 10, or 11-speed equipped bicycle, provided you have a rear wheel with an XDR driver body. Replacement XDR driver bodies are available from most wheel manuf... See more
• Does the Rival eTap AXS road rear derailleur feature Cage Lock?
No, it does not. SRAM RED, Force, and Rival eTap AXS rear derailleurs can be easily pulled back by hand to clear the cassette when the wheel is removed, making rear wheel changes easy. See more
• Does the Rival eTap AXS rear derailleur offer a clutch mechanism?
Yes. Rival offers a spring clutch for excellent chain management. See more