Compatibility

XPLR eTap AXS

• Do you need a different offset direct mount chainring for the wide spindle crankset?
No. This crankset has a wider spindle than the standard crankset, which offers increased frame and tire clearance. The spindle is marked as “WIDE”. See more
• Can I use my existing eTap AXS 1x crankset with the XPLR rear derailleur and 10-44T cassette?
The direct mount chainring cranksets are the same crank arms that are offered with our SRAM RED, Force, and Rival eTap AXS systems, but with a new direct mount 1x chainring. This chainring offers a... See more
• Our SRAM RED, Force, and Rival 12-speed cranksets are compatible with the following frame bottom bracket interfaces when used with the appropriate SRAM DUB bottom bracket and spacers:
BSA 68 PF 86.5 BB30 68 BB30 73-A (Cannondale) BB386 PF30 68 PF30 79-A (BBRIGHT) PF30 73-A (Cannondale) T47 68 T47 85.5 Italian   Force and Rival wide spindle 12-speed cranksets are compatible with ... See more
• What PowerLock do I use for my Flattop 12-speed chain?
Use only the SRAM Flattop 12-speed PowerLock for Flattop 12-speed road chains. See more
• Can I use an Eagle chain with the XPLR direct mount chainring?
Yes, provided you are using an Eagle AXS rear derailleur and Eagle cassette. See more
• What size cassettes work with the SRAM XPLR AXS rear derailleur?
  While the XPLR rear derailleur was designed for use with the 12-speed 10-44T cassette, it will work with 12-speed 10-36T cassettes as well. The chain length and b-gap distance will be different b... See more
• Is there an eTap AXS cassette available that is compatible with 11-speed Hyperglide driver bodies?
No, there is not. The 10-tooth start for SRAM 12-speed road cassettes is an integral component of our X-Range gearing design and offers the greatest number of small jumps between cogs while still d... See more
• Can I use my eTap AXS 36T Max rear derailleur with the 10-44T XPLR cassette?
No. The SRAM RED, Force, and Rival wider gearing 36T Max rear derailleurs will work with 12-speed cassettes from 10-28T up to 10-36T only. These derailleurs are marked as “MAX 36T” on the back of t... See more
• What driver bodies are compatible with XPLR XG-1271 and XG-1251 cassettes?
You will need a rear hub with an XDR driver body. Replacement XDR driver bodies are available from most wheel manufacturers to retrofit 11-speed road rear hubs. SRAM only manufactures XDR driver bo... See more
• Can I make the XPLR rear derailleur work with a 2x system?
No, the XPLR rear derailleur is a dedicated 1x rear derailleur. See more
• What battery do XPLR rear derailleurs use?
The XPLR rear derailleurs use the same battery as all other AXS derailleurs, making it easy to carry a spare, or swap batteries from the Reverb XPLR AXS seatpost. See more
• Can I use an oversize pulley set or aftermarket cage assembly for oversized pulleys on my XPLR rear derailleur?
XPLR was tested and designed as a system to optimize shift performance. Aftermarket cage replacement and/or pulley modification voids all warranty, as the modification of the derailleur requires pr... See more
• What Eagle AXS components are compatible with SRAM XPLR eTap AXS?
The direct mount cranksets and chainrings are compatible with Eagle chains, if paired with an Eagle AXS rear derailleur and Eagle cassette. The Eagle AXS controller is also fully compatible with XP... See more
• Are the SRAM XPLR eTap AXS drivetrain parts compatible with my bike?
You can likely upgrade your current 8, 9, 10, or 11-speed equipped bicycle, provided you have the following:   XDR driver body: Replacement XDR driver bodies are available from most wheel manufactu... See more
• What do I need to do to convert to XPLR gearing if I already have an eTap AXS drivetrain?
You will need an XPLR eTap AXS rear derailleur, a cassette in either 10-36T or 10-44T, an AXS 1x chainring, and a new chain (as you will likely need a longer chain for the larger cassette). See more
• Are SRAM XPLR eTap AXS parts compatible with other SRAM components?
Yes. SRAM XPLR drivetrain parts are compatible with existing 1x 12-speed road cranksets, 1x 12-speed chainrings, and Flattop 12-speed chains. The XPLR rear derailleur works with 12-speed 10-36T and... See more
• What chain should I use with the XPLR rear derailleur and cassette?
The XPLR derailleurs and 12-speed cassettes are only compatible with Flattop 12-speed chains. See more
• Can I use an Eagle chain with the XPLR derailleur and cassette?
No. The XPLR derailleurs and 12-speed cassettes are compatible with Flattop 12-speed chains only. See more
• Can I use an Eagle derailleur with the 12-speed 10-44T cassette?
No, the 10-44T cassettes are only compatible with Flattop chains so they will not work with Eagle derailleurs or Eagle chains. See more