General

XPLR eTap AXS

• What is the difference between SRAM Eagle and XPLR drivetrains?
The chain, cassette, and driver body required for each are different. Because Eagle and XPLR drivetrains were designed to work perfectly as their own systems, the geometry of their cassettes and ch... See more
• What size direct mount XPLR chainrings do you offer?
We offer 38T, 40T, 42T, 44T, 46T 1x direct mount rings in grey for SRAM RED XPLR and Force XPLR, and black for Rival XPLR- as well as 48T and 50T aero direct mount rings, with or without integrated... See more
• What mounting interface is the direct mount chainring?
This is an 8-bolt mount with the same spider interface used on SRAM RED and Force 12-speed cranksets, and Rival 1x 12-speed cranksets. See more
• Do the 1x cranksets with direct mount chainrings have a power meter option?
For SRAM RED or Force 1x cranksets with direct mount chainrings, we offer a power meter spider that pairs to a 4-bolt 1x chainring.   We have developed a new non-driveside DUB PWR equipped power me... See more
• What is the tooth count of the XPLR 12-speed 10-44T cassettes?
The cog sizes are 10, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 24, 28, 32, 38, 44T. The steps between cogs are tuned for 1x drop bar riding. See more
• What is the difference between the XG-1271 and XG-1251 10-44T cassettes?
The XG-1271 cassette has an aluminum back plate that doubles as the large cog, while the XG-1251 has a steel backplate as the large cog. They both offer a nickel-chrome finish and have MINI CLUSTER... 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’s the difference between XPLR eTap AXS rear derailleurs, eTap AXS wider gearing derailleurs, and eTap AXS derailleurs?
“MAX 33T” rear derailleur: 33T Max eTap AXS rear derailleurs work with 12-speed cassettes from 10-26T up to 10-33T maximum and are marked “Max 33T” on the back of the derailleur. These work as eith... See more
• Why does the XPLR derailleur only work as a 1x?
Due to an offset upper pulley, the XPLR rear derailleur will only work with a single front chainring. See more
• Does the XPLR rear derailleur have chain management?
Yes, SRAM RED and Force XPLR rear derailleurs feature the Orbit fluid damper for superior chain management, while the Rival XPLR rear derailleur uses a spring clutch. See more
• Can I adjust my XPLR eTap AXS rear derailleur shift speed?
No, you can’t change the shift speed of eTap AXS rear derailleurs. See more
• What is the weight of the XPLR derailleur, cassette, and crankset?
Part weight is as follows: SRAM RED XPLR eTap AXS rear derailleur*: 293g Force XPLR eTap AXS rear derailleur*: 308g Rival XPLR eTap AXS rear derailleur*: 327g *without battery   XPLR XG-1271 10-44T... See more
• Are there new drop bar controls offered for the XPLR product line?
No. The existing controls for SRAM RED, Force, and Rival eTap AXS are compatible with the XPLR rear derailleur. You can upgrade existing eTap AXS drivetrains to XPLR gearing without purchasing new ... See more