{"product_id":"shimano-xtr-fd-m9020-front-derailleur","title":"Shimano XTR FD-M9020 Front Derailleur","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eShimano XTR FD-M9020 Front Derailleur\u003c\/strong\u003e uses a side-swing actuation design — a departure from traditional up-swing and down-swing mechanisms — that positions the derailleur body further forward relative to the seat tube centerline. The result is up to 15mm of additional tire clearance, a meaningful gain for 29-inch wheels and complex full-suspension frames where tight tolerances are the norm. Front cable entry reduces housing length and eliminates the bends typical of conventional routing, which translates directly to lower friction and crisper lever feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAluminum inner and outer plates keep weight where it belongs, while stainless steel hardware resists corrosion over seasons of trail use. The M9020 is designed for 11-speed double drivetrains, with a 38-tooth maximum chainring capacity and optimisation for the 10-tooth jump found on XTR double cranksets. Limit screw access is straightforward — no tools or contortion required. Three mount configurations are available: Direct Mount, E-Type low-direct, and Low Clamp for round seat tubes in 28.6mm, 34.9mm, and 31.8mm diameters — all requiring front-entry cable routing from a down-tube stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShimano XTR FD-M9020 Front Derailleur Specs at a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"specs_at_a_glance\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActuation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Side-swing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeed:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11-speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax chainring capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 38 teeth\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMount options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct Mount, E-Type, Low Clamp (28.6 \/ 31.8 \/ 34.9mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminium plates, stainless steel hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Shimano","offers":[{"title":"No Color \/ Direct Mount","offer_id":43520653328428,"sku":"IFDM9020D6","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"No Color \/ E-Type","offer_id":43520653361196,"sku":"IFDM9020E6X","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"No Color \/ Low Clamp","offer_id":43520653393964,"sku":"IFDM9020LX6","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/7684\/9196\/files\/shimano-xtr-fd-m9020-front-derailleur-8982509.jpg?v=1771297210","url":"https:\/\/ricycles.com\/products\/shimano-xtr-fd-m9020-front-derailleur","provider":"RA Cycles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}