SRAM presents the new NX 1×11 drivetrain
SRAM have announced the details of their new NX drivetrain, which lowers the cost of upgrading to a 1×11 setup to previously unprecedented levels. The complete group – chain, cassette, cranks, shifter and derailleur – retails for $310 USD. To put that into perspective, the cassette alone from SRAM’s highest end XX1 group goes for $416.
One of the noteworthy features of the new group is the 11-42 tooth cassette. Rather than requiring that riders use an XD driver, the cassette will fit on a standard freehub body. It’s not exactly light, weighing in at a claimed 538 grams, but the $79 retail price will likely make those extra grams easier to overlook. The rest of the group shares a similar look to SRAM’s higher end drivetrains, but less expensive materials and construction techniques have been used in order to keep the price down.
The bottom line? Expect to see 1×11 drivetrains popping up on more bikes than ever, and for front derailleurs to become increasingly rare. Read on for the details of the new group as provided by SRAM.
PG-1130 Cassette
Details
Super wide gear range — a perfect fit for any ride
Optimized gear steps across entire range
Compatible with non-XD driver body
Fully compatible with all SRAM 1x drivetrains
Specifications
• 11 speeds
• Gearing: 11-42t
• Cog sizes: 11t, 13t, 15t, 17t, 19t, 22t, 25t, 28t, 32t, 36t, 42t
• Cogs on cluster: 3
• Part weight: 538g
| MSRP: $79 | €89 | £68 |
1x X-Sync Crankset
The SRAM NX crankset provides high performance at the right price. Featuring the SRAM engineered X-SYNC chainring, the NX crankset is engineered for complete chain control. Each tooth’s thickness is CNC machined to work seamlessly with the chain’s inner and outer links. Personalize your gearing with seven available chainrings (28t, 30t, 32t, 34t, 36t, 38t, 40t).
Details
• 6000 series aluminum arms
• Fully compatible with all SRAM 1x™ drivetrains
• Most affordable fully featured 1x crank in the industry
• BB compatibility: BB30/PF30-68/73mm, GXP 100mm/ PF GXP 121mm, GXP PF GXP 68/ 73mm
• Weight: 680-780g
• BB spindle interface: 24mm, 30mm
• Chainring material: aluminum
• BCD: 94 BCD
• Chainline: 49.0mm, 52.0mm, 66.5mm
MSRP: $116 | €120 | £92
PC-1110 CHAIN
Designed from a long line of dependable, lightweight chains that are built for toughness, the recommended chain for NX, PC-1110. Designed with SRAM’s trusted XX1 geometry, the PC-1110 features solid pin construction, 11-speed PowerLock® and smooth, efficient shifting that you can count on every time out. Weight: 232-273g.
11-Speed X-Actuation Trigger Shifter
11-Speed X-Actuation Grip Shift
• Speed Metal shift indexing
• Rolling Thunder ball bearing technology
• Jaws lock-on grip technology
• Most affordable fully featured 1x grip shifter in the industry
NX 1×11 X-Horizon Rear Derailleur
The SRAM NX X-Horizon rear derailleur provides the same smooth, reliable shifting action as XX1—from the larger upper pulley offset to the 12-tooth X-Sync pulley wheels.By eliminating unwanted chain movement, X-Horizon shifts faster, puts an end to ghost shifting and reduces shift force and chain slap. And with Cage Lock technology, wheel removal and installation are easier than ever. Weight: 322 grams.
MSRP: $74 | €76 | £58
