Shimano XT series, XT RD-M771 Technical Service Instructions

XT

SL-M770

SIS-SP41

RD-M771

SGS / GS

FH-M770 / FH-M775

9

CS-M770

CN-HG93

SM-SP17 / SM-BT17

Technical Service Instructions SI-5W60A-002

RD-M771

Chain length on bicycles with rear suspension

The length of A will vary depending on the movement of the rear suspension. Because
of this, an excessive load may be placed on the drive system if the chain length is too
short. Set the length of the chain by adding two links to the chain when the rear
suspension is at a position where dimension "A" is longest and the chain is on the
largest sprocket and the largest chainring. If the amount of movement of the rear
suspension is large, the slack in the chain may not be taken up properly when the chain
is on the smallest chainring and smallest sprocket.

A

A'

Add 2 links (with the chain on both the largest
sprocket and the largest chainring)

Largest
sprocket

Chain

Largest

chainring

Rear derailleur

Series

RAPIDFIRE (Shifting lever)

Outer casing

Rear derailleur

Type

Freehub

Gears

Cassette sprocket

Chain

Bottom bracket guide

In order to realize the best performance, we recommend that the following
combination be used.

Specifications

Model number

Type

Gears

Total capacity

Largest sprocket

Smallest sprocket

Front chainwheel tooth difference

RD-M771

SGS

9

45T

34T

11T

22T

Rear Derailleur

GS

9

33T

34T

11T

22T

Installation of the rear derailleur

When installing, be careful not to let the B-tension adjustment screw come into contact
with the dropout tab, otherwise deformation may result.

5 mm Allen key

Dropout tab

B-tension
adjustment screw

Bracket spindle

Tightening torque :

8 - 10 N·m {70 - 86 in. lbs.}

Please note: specifications are subject to change for improvement without notice.(English)
© May 2008 by Shimano Inc. XBC SZK Printed in Japan.

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This service instruction explains how to use and maintain the
Shimano bicycle parts which have been used on your new bicycle.
For any questions regarding your bicycle or other matters which
are not related to Shimano parts, please contact the place of
purchase or the bicycle manufacturer.

General Safety Information

WARNING

• Use neutral detergent to clean the chain. Do not use alkali-based or acid based
detergent such as rust cleaners as it may result in damage and/or failure of the
chain.

• Use the reinforced connecting pin only for connecting the narrow type of chain.

• There are two different types of reinforced connecting pins available. Be sure to
check the table below before selecting which pin to use.If connecting pins other
than reinforced connecting pins are used, or if a reinforced connecting pin or tool
which is not suitable for the type of chain is used, sufficient connection force may
not be obtained, which could cause the chain to break or fall off.

• If it is necessary to adjust the length of the chain
due to a change in the number of sprocket teeth,
make the cut at some other place than the place
where the chain has been joined using a reinforced
connecting pin or an end pin. The chain will be
damaged if it is cut at a place where it has been
joined with a reinforced connecting pin or an end pin.

• Check that the tension of the chain is correct and that the chain is not damaged. If
the tension is too weak or the chain is damaged, the chain should be replaced. If
this is not done, the chain may break and cause serious injury.

• Obtain and read the service instructions carefully prior to installing the parts.
Loose, worn or damaged parts may cause the bicycle to fall over and serious injury
may occur as a result. We strongly recommend only using genuine Shimano
replacement parts.

• Obtain and read the service instructions carefully prior to installing the parts. If
adjustments are not carried out correctly, the chain may come off and this may
cause you to fall off the bicycle which could result in serious injury.

• Read these Technical Service Instructions carefully, and keep them in a safe place
for later reference.

Note

• If gear shifting operations do not feel smooth, wash the derailleur and lubricate all
moving parts.

• If the amount of looseness in the links is so great that adjustment is not possible,
you should replace the derailleur.

• You should periodically clean the derailleur and lubricate all moving parts
(mechanism and pulleys).

• If gear shifting adjustment cannot be carried out, check the degree of parallelism at
the rear end of the bicycle. Also check if the cable is lubricated and if the outer
casing is too long or too short.

• If you hear abnormal noise as a result of looseness in a pulley, you should replace
the pulley.

• If the chain keeps coming off the sprockets during use, replace the sprockets and
the chain.

• Use a frame with internal cable routing is strongly discouraged as it has tendencies
to impair the SIS shifting function due to its high cable resistance.

• Always be sure to use the sprocket set bearing the same
group marks. Never use in combination with a sprocket
bearing a different group mark.

• Use an outer casing which still has some length to spare even
when the handlebars are turned all the way to both sides.
Furthermore, check that the shifting lever does not touch the
bicycle frame when the handlebars are turned all the way.

• A special grease is used for the gear shifting cable (SIS­SP41). Do not use DURA-ACE grease or other types of
grease, otherwise they may cause deterioration in gear shifting performance.

• Grease the inner cable and the inside of the outer casing before use to ensure that
they slide properly.

• For smooth operation, use the specified outer casing and the bottom bracket cable
guide.

• Operation of the levers related to gear shifting should be made only when the front
chainwheel is turning.

• Parts are not guaranteed against natural wear or deterioration resulting from
normal use.

• For maximum performance we highly recommend Shimano lubricants and
maintenance products

• For any questions regarding methods of installation, adjustment, maintenance or
operation, please contact a professional bicycle dealer.

Chain toolChain

9-speed super narrow

chain such as

CN-7701 / CN-HG93

8-/ 7- /6-speed narrow

chain such as

CN-HG50 / CN-HG40

Reinforced

connecting pin

TL-CN32 / TL-CN27

TL-CN32 / TL-CN27

6.5mm

7.1mm

Silver

Black

Reinforced Connecting Pin

End Pin Link Pin

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Group marks

1. Top adjustment

Turn the top adjustment screw
to adjust so that the guide
pulley is in line with the outer
line of the smallest sprocket
when looking from the rear.

SIS Adjustment

Top adjustment

screw

Outer line of
smallest sprocket

Guide pulley

Connect the cable to the rear
derailleur and, after taking up
the initial slack in the cable,
re-secure to the rear
derailleur as shown in the
illustration.

Pull

Tightening torque :

5 - 7 N·m {44 - 60 in. lbs.}

Groove

Note: Be sure that the cable is

securely in the groove.

2. Low adjustment

Turn the low adjustment screw so that the guide pulley moves to
a position directly in line with
the largest sprocket.

Guide pulley

Largest

sprocket

Low adjustment

screw

Cutting the outer casing

After cutting the outer casing, make the end round so that the
inside of the hole has a uniform diameter.

Attach the same outer
end cap to the cut end
of the outer casing.

Outer end cap

* If the rear derailleur moves to a large degree, such as in

bicycles with rear suspension, it is recommended that you
replace the cap with the
accessory aluminum cap.

The end of the outer casing
which has the aluminum cap
should be at the derailleur side.

Aluminum cap

Derailleur side

The sealed cap with
tongue and the rubber
shield should be
installed to the outer
casing stopper of the
frame.

Rubber shield

Rubber shield

Be careful not to bend

Sealed cap with tongue

3. How to use the B-tension adjustment screw

Mount the chain on the smallest chainring and the largest
sprocket, and turn the crank
arm backward. Then turn
the B-tension adjustment
screw to adjust the guide
pulley as close to the
sprocket as possible but not
so close that it touches.
Next, set the chain to the
smallest sprocket and
repeat the above to make
sure that the pulley does
not touch the sprocket.

Largest sprocket Smallest sprocket

B-tension

adjustment screw

4. SIS Adjustment

Operate the shifting lever several times to move the chain to the
2nd sprocket.Then, while pressing the lever just enough to take
up the play in the lever, turn the crank arm.

When shifting to
3rd

Tighten the outer casing
adjustment barrel until the
chain returns to the 2nd
sprocket. (clockwise)

Loosen the outer casing
adjustment barrel until the
chain touches the 3rd sprocket
and makes noise. (counter
clockwise)

When no sound
at all is heard

Best setting

The best setting is when the shifting lever is
operated just enough to take up the play and the
chain touches the 3rd sprocket and makes noise.

* Return the lever to its original position (the position where

the lever is at the 2nd sprocket setting and it has been
released) and then turn the crank arm clockwise. If the
chain is touching the 3rd sprocket and making noise, turn the outer
casing adjustment barrel clockwise slightly to tighten it until the noise
stops and the chain runs smoothly.

Operate lever to change gears, and check that no noise occurs
in any of the gear positions.

For the best SIS performance, periodically lubricate all
power-transmission parts.

Adjustment bolt Adjustment bolt

RD-M771 (GS)
RD-M771 (SGS)

DEORE XT Rear Derailleur

Long Cage

Super Long Cage

DESCRIPTION

SHIMANO

CODE NO.

ITEM

NO.

0705-2706

1
2
3
4
5
6
7

8

9

10

11

Y-5W5
Y-556
Y-5W5
Y-5W5
Y-5VA
Y-5UC
Y-5UF
Y-5W5
Y-5W5
Y-53M
Y-5W5
Y-5U5
Y-5W5

98010
25020
98020
98030
16000
14000
14000
98040
98050
24000
98080
09300
10000

B-Axle Assembly
B-Tension Adjusting Screw (M4 x 10)
Stroke Adjusting Screws (M4 x 11.5) & Plate
Cable Fixing Bolt (M5 x 8) & Plate
Cover
P-Seal Ring
P-Tension Spring
Outer Plate Assembly (GS-Type)
Outer Plate Assembly (SGS-Type)
Pulley Bolt
Guide & Tension Pulley Unit
Inner Plate (GS-Type)
Inner Plate (SGS-Type)

INTERCHANGE-

ABILITY

A: Same parts.
B: Parts are usable, but differ in materirals, appearance, finish, size, etc.
Absence of mark indicates non-interchangeability.

RD-M971

RD-M761

RD-M770

B A A

B
A
A
A
B
B
A
A
B
B

A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A

SGS Type

10

11

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

9

11

10