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?
Yes, all of our 1x road/gravel DUB cranksets are compatible with XPLR rear derailleurs and cassettes. For more details on the compatibility of our SRAM AXS components, check out the AXS Components ... 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: 12s PowerLock. 00.2518.036.003 is the part number for a kit with 4 silver PowerLocks. 00.2518.036.007 is the part numb... 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 a 12-speed road AXS cassette that is compatible with 11-speed Hyperglide driver bodies?
Yes! Most of our road and gravel 12-speed cassettes require an XDR driver body, but the XPLR PG-1231 Cassette is compatible with the Hyperglide, also known as HG, 11-speed road driver bodies.The XP... See more
• Can I use my eTap AXS Max 36T rear derailleur with a 10-44T or 11-44T XPLR cassette?
No. The SRAM RED, Force, and Rival wider gearing Max 36T 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 due to its offset upper pulley.  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 12-speed AXS road 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 wit... 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 eTap AXS gearing if I already have an eTap AXS drivetrain?
You will need an XPLR eTap AXS rear derailleur, a cassette in 10-36T, 10-44T, or 11-44T, an AXS 1x chainring, and probably a new road/gravel Flattop chain (as you will likely need a longer chain fo... See more
• Are SRAM XPLR eTap AXS parts compatible with other SRAM components?
Yes. SRAM XPLR eTap AXS drivetrain parts are compatible with other SRAM 1x (only) cranksets, 12 & 13-speed chainrings, road D1 & E1 Flattop chains, and AXS controllers.    The Apex, Rival, and Forc... 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. Road and gravel components, like our XPLR derailleurs and 12-speed cassettes, are compatible with road/gravel Flattop 12-speed chains only. For more details on the compatibility of AXS componen... 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