The Deore M6200 rear derailleur and SL-M6200 shifter bring 12-speed Shimano performance to a value-focused build. The shifter inherits XT-level technology with shorter stroke, crisper feel and refined release while delivering precise, fast, natural shifts. The derailleur backs it up with HyperGlide+ for snappy shifts under load, a clutch stabilizer for chain security, and a steel pulley cage built to last. It's the most affordable 12-speed option in the Shimano lineup. Pair with a 10-51t cassette for a complete, reliable drivetrain without the premium price tag. What's Included RD-M6200 Rear Derailleur – Highly reliable, 12-speed mechanical rear derailleur featuring Shimano’s Shadow RD+ chain stabilizer SL-M6200 Shift Lever – Shorter stroke, refined release, and precise, natural-feeling shifts Derailleur Shifter Works With Derailleur Model: Deore M6200 Model ID: RD-M6200-SGS Rear Speeds: 12-Speed Cage Length: Long (SGS) Min Tooth: 10t Max Tooth: 51t Drive Config: 1x Mount Interface: Derailleur Hanger Shift Technology: Mechanical (cable-actuated) Shifter Model: Deore M6200 Model ID: SL-M6200-R (22.2mm), SL-M6200-IR (I-SPEC EV) Type: RapidFire Plus Rear Speeds: 12-Speed Drive Config: 1x Max Shifts: 3 Mount Interface: 22.2mm Handlebar Clamp or I-SPEC EV (Brake Lever) Shift Technology: Mechanical (cable-actuated) Cable: OptiSlick (included) Works With The Shimano Deore M6200 components are 100% backwards compatible with your current Shimano 12-Speed cassette, crankset/chainring, and chain. Compatible models include: XTR M9100 and M9200, Deore XT M8100, M8200, SLX M7100, and Deore M6100, M6200 and M7200. This kit will attach to modern framesets via a derailleur hanger, including the Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH). Long cage derailleurs are compatible with 51t cassettes.