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Shimano XT BB-MT800
$50.00 CAD
Hollowtech II Precision. Industrial Sealing.
The Shimano BB-MT800 features smaller, high-precision bearings than previous generations, which reduces weight and rotational friction without sacrificing durability. Shimano provides a wider stance and a stiffer interface for your Hollowtech II crankset, ensuring every watt of power goes directly into the trail.
Why the XT BB-MT800 is the Gold Standard for Trail Riders:
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Advanced Labyrinth Sealing: Features a multi-stage seal design that acts as a fortress against water, dust, and mud. This significantly extends the life of the bearings compared to standard "entry-level" bottom brackets.
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Reduced Rotational Drag: The smaller ball bearings are housed in a specialized retainer that minimizes internal friction, making your pedaling feel effortless even under heavy loads.
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Hollowtech II Compatibility: Specifically optimized for 24mm spindle cranksets (XT, SLX, Deore), providing a rock-solid, creak-free connection that is famously easy to install and service.
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Lightweight Aluminum Cups: CNC-machined aluminum cups provide a high strength-to-weight ratio and an anodized finish that resists corrosion and "seizing" in your frame.
- Proven Durability: Widely considered the best "value-to-performance" bottom bracket on the market, offering pro-level smoothness at an enthusiast price point.
Technical Specifications:
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Series: DEORE XT M8000 / M8100
- Spindle Interface: 24mm (Hollowtech II)
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Weight: Lightweight (approx. 82g)
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Includes: Left and Right Cups, Inner Sleeve, and 3x 2.5mm Spacers
The Alegro Perspective: In the shop, the BB-MT800 is our "problem solver." If a customer comes in with a creaking bottom bracket, 9 out of 10 times, we swap in an XT. It is significantly better sealed than the standard MT501, and for the small price difference, the longevity you get is massive. It’s the kind of part you install once and then completely forget about because it just does its job silently, season after season.
Buttery Smooth. Trail Tough. Power your Drive with Shimano XT.