SRAM Eagle Comparison - SX vs NX vs GX vs X01 vs XX1 vs AXS

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00:00 Intro
0:43 SRAM Drivetrain Hierarchy
2:07 What are the differences between each kit?
7:30 Fit, Finish, and Feel
8:33 Blindfold comparison
10:16 Prices and weights compared
Curious about the differences between the various SRAM Eagle drivetrain kits? Well then, let us introduce you to the ultimate SRAM Eagle drivetrain shootout. In this video, we will be comparing and dissecting the differences between SRAM SX, NX, GX, X01, XX1, and SRAM Eagle AXS. We put each groupset versus the one another so that when you are ready to upgrade to SRAM Eagle, this will be the one and only video you need to watch. Follow along as Jeff covers weights, prices, and features of the entire SRAM drivetrain lineup so that you can upgrade with confidence. Quite a bit has changed since we did our original SRAM drivetrain shootout, now we are back with the latest and greatest. Enjoy!
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@WorldwideCyclery 3 года назад

Which SRAM drivetrain kit would you run on your bike?

@f1ag48 3 года назад

GX 10-52 carbon-cranks

@A.D.D.O.C.D.T 3 года назад

X01

@didahermansyah6421 3 года назад

Gx carbon

@dierichvontrompel9665 3 года назад

GX 11-50

@YELLYFISHY00 3 года назад

XX1

@mikeb.2166 3 года назад

Thanks for including SX as it comes on enough new bikes as an OEM component that its worth understanding so we can decide if we want to upgrade it (yes we do).

@Icehso140 2 года назад

Absolutely ! Bikes Direct offers a hardtail for $1000 with an SX, and you can upgrade to a GX deraileur for around $200 making for an affordable 1 x 12 hardtail if you just want to try it. My Orbea is a 2 x 10 full suspension with Shimano XT components and I just wanted to experience a 29" 1 x 12 hardtail b4 I shell out 3 grand. I'll give the other one away or leave it as a loaner for friends that come to ride.

@NickyNicest 2 года назад

Remember when NX came on entry level bikes and now they sell SX on $4k bikes..

@aarontull1907 2 года назад

I was wondering if I didn’t tune it correctly or if it’s junk. I guess here’s my answer.

@deanmccauley1752 2 года назад

I have the NX on my Trek Fuel EX 7 and it's about a 90% sucks.. the rear cassette is a boat anchor and the PF DUB is crapOla as well within those upgrades may I shame myself >I should have gotten the EX7 XT and then just would have had to put a Sram GX shifter and derailleur on the bike.

@mikeb.2166 2 года назад

@@deanmccauley1752 I too need to upgrade the cassette to GX as well.

@vomErsten 3 года назад

Maximum bang for your buck on SRAM Eagle: X01 cassette and chain, NX cranks, GX shifter, GX derailleur. The X01 cassette is the main factor responsible for the superior shifting on the X01/XX1 drivetrains, and both it and the chain have outstanding durability. The shifter, you want the GX for the match-maker and better clicks over SX and NX. It's also literally a $3 difference between an NX shifter and a GX one, so just get the GX one. The GX derailleur is better built than the NX one but still cheap enough to get smashed without brutalizing your wallet. NX cranks because cranks are cranks are cranks; you won't notice much of a difference among them unless you are incredibly well practiced, all of them have narrow-wide chainrings for retention. A word on the GX carbon cranks, though: they are basically TruVativ Descendant cranks with different decals. If I recall, the weight is even the same. They are a good piece of kit and one of the best ways to get into carbon cranks if you want them, IMHO.

@mpvabi95 Год назад

You can replace the NX crank with the SX since they have a dub version 🤷‍♂️ And the XO1 shifter because of better adjustability. Even the NX Cassette with XO1 or XX1 chain works perfect.

@dwaaziwaazi 13 дней назад

Will it cost more to mix and match vs buying an entire group set on sale?

@hishmithvvardhan5809 3 года назад

i like the timestamps

@WorldwideCyclery 3 года назад

Nice! Glad you noticed and appreciated those 👊🏻

@TC-hl1ws 3 года назад

Well done. I love these comparisons. It mainly comes down to how willing you are to spend a lot of money for a little weight savings because they all perform well compared to each other.

@neilburns7381 3 года назад

1st yr noob looking for a new bike, this was perfect to understand SRAM drivetrains. thanks!

@LordBodlington 3 года назад

Terrific video! Likely the best explanation of the SRAM drivetrains on the interwebs. Well done!

@tylerbacklund9315 3 года назад

Been hearing about this in the comments for forever and its finally hear! Love it!!

@cammackey8259 3 года назад

You guys have done a thousand of these sram DT vs. videos and I have seen every single one. Each more entertaining than the last 👍

@martinhayes5087 3 года назад

Thanks for this, going to be swapping out my NX for GX after borrowing my friends bike for a weekend, the difference in feel is absolutely crazy even for that small jump in price point! it's nice to know the difference in weighs etc 😊

@topspot4834 3 года назад

He's right about the GX being the best value. I go back and forth from my hardtail which has GX to FS that's got X01 ... Do I notice a difference? Yeah, but not much. And NOWHERE near as much as when I went from NX to GX. They're both phenomenal drivetrains, and if you really want you could just get the X01 shifter. If keep the GX derailleur no matter what cause you'll inevitably break em.

@SeaCowsBeatLobsters 3 года назад

Can confirm on the breaking of ders. Just upgrade shifter. 95% of the nice feel is in the shifter. Der is just weight and durability

@Fred_the_1996 2 года назад

@@SeaCowsBeatLobsters true.

@bonze-sk7iu 3 года назад

Great vid, thank you. Over the last couple few weeks I've ordered some pcs parts from you guys. Fast delivery and items as described, thank you. My last MTB frame up build was last year, a new old stock trail 26'er, and I dabbled in out of my comfort zone of 10 speed. All of my other older rides are 9 speed. Recently I went a head and pulled the trigger on a 27.5 enduro frame, jumped in feet first and am going all in on 12 speed, way out of my comfort zone of MTB building. I'll be going with the Sram GX series. Very informative vid gentlemen, thank you again, Bonze3000

@craigsteele8178 2 года назад

You always do a great job on explaining new products. I really appreciate your passion that you bring to this Rad sport we are in. Keep it roll’n guys!

@richzilla2.0 3 года назад

This is simply an EXCELLENTLY done video. Nice work, and thank you!

@siyz250 3 года назад

40yr old getting back into MTB after years of non serious riding as a kid + & a decent time run in MX racing. Love new generation MTB and kit. Hate the complexity & number of variations. That until finding WWC. So good on all levels. Thank you.

@RobGams 3 года назад

Great video and great explanations man. It’s much more clearer now. Appreciate and love these videos.

@DS-mf4is 3 года назад

Where were you guys yesterday! I spent hours yesterday trying to figure out what to upgrade my NX drive train to. Ended up getting an xo1 shifter and keeping the nx derailleur. Anyway, good stuff. Keep it comin.

@josevaldivieso4971 3 года назад

it shift better?

@jared_erickson 3 года назад

That new GX is really sweet... especially on that verde SB150 at 4:09 😍

@rockoutloud19 3 года назад

Glad you guys mentioned the lack of a cable guide on the SX, has caused so many problems on my bike it's ridiculous

@kimdonoutube 2 года назад

This was a very well organized explanation comparing Sram Eagle. Thank you so much!

@areyoutherabbit8404 3 года назад

Maybe it's just me, but I'm really enjoying the lack of idle "um"s between sentences and phrases. Makes the video flow so much better! Great work as usual, Cayley and team! PS: we want the full version of the blindfold testing!

@jbleathersupply3920 3 года назад

Great video. Thank you. Find all component videos so good for understanding what differences are. Thank you!

@genoajen 3 года назад

Awesome video - super helpful for schooling noobs like me on differences between the models and drivetrains in general (and fun to watch...bonus!!). Thank you!!

@175thStreet 3 года назад

Amazing video! Blindfold test was classic 😅

@bretthullinger9121 3 года назад

Most helpful drivetrain video I have seen. Thank you!

@dunin.majewski 3 года назад

great review, you are doing excellent job there. keep it up!

@johncast9565 3 года назад

You can make a SRAM Frankenstein Drive Train if you wanted to.

@martronattebery9675 3 года назад

That’s what I had to to do with this years build because of parts availability. Truvative cranks, SX NX mixed parts and 3rd party chainring.

@hooohmmv1975 3 года назад

I'm waiting for my new bike to arrive (Orange Crush Comp) which comes with SX eagle drive train, could I upgrade to GX Eagle cranks, would it fit straight on with the rest of the SX running gear without issue?

@hooohmmv1975 3 года назад

@Bob Longhorn I would usually agree 100% with you, replacing brand new parts before they've even been used to sacrilege. BUT my brother in law has just bought a 4k enduro bike is swapping over the brakes, the cranks, the rear shock and handle bars, he's gone a bit mad, so the cranks off that are better than the ones on my Orange. Same with the brakes, I can have his Sram code R to replace Shimano 4100. Maybe I'll store it all untill I break what I've got.

@hooohmmv1975 3 года назад

@Bob Longhorn do the widths vary between bike for BB's? The GX cranks are coming off a YT Capra, onto an Orange Crush. Don't think I'll change them straight away, keep them untill they start wobbling, appreciate them more that way.

@A.D.D.O.C.D.T 3 года назад

Top video champ 🥊 I ordered X01 blacked out and when I unboxed it ,the ‘fit and finish’ was amazing. The 520% back cassette and the cranks with the XX1 black chain are just sex.

@WorldwideCyclery 3 года назад

Haha indeed 👌

@karimayoubi74 3 года назад

Are you sure you've been doing sex right? (ha ha, just kidding! :-)

@AustinDesigner 3 года назад

Then you ride and realise those black stuff is immediately gone. Thats what happened to my beautiful x01 cassette, 2nd one now.

@vivek_v 3 года назад

@@AustinDesigner Just use a sharpie or something lmao

@ramonzimmermann3995 3 года назад

@@AustinDesigner Explain me please.

@joelmunday296 3 года назад

Excellent! Thanks for putting this together.

@jellenr23 2 года назад

Needed this exact video! Thanks guys

@abyzfr6 3 года назад

One of the best videos ever. Thanks!

@ramienrosillo 3 года назад

I loved the Index THANK You, also the content, it was ver helpful

@grgagabric4369 3 года назад

THIS IS EXACLY WHAT I NEEDED THX MAN

@brycehiigel235 3 года назад

Same response like I commented on the shimano drivetrain. Thanks again just what I needed. I do have the SRAM Red eTap which is the road bike version of electronic shifters really like them

@VentoRdrummeR 3 года назад

Thanks for this overview, really comprehensive. Both this one and the Shimano drivetrain comparison kind of confirm what I was thinking - that both Shimano XT and Sram GX are flawless drivetrains and you'd have to be a weight and/or performance nut to spec anything above that on your bike.

@edgarm2036 3 года назад

Running the GX it is great, amazing video guys as always, would be good if you review the YT capra shred.

@jordan_ochoa 3 года назад

Wow thanks for the great content and info!

@DesertbikerAZ Год назад

Such an informative video! Thank you so much!

@johnlaw5762 3 года назад

I love how devoid of any BS your videos are. Even as a seller you tell it like it is. Respect brother ✊

@mtnbikerva1 2 года назад

Thank you for the informative video! Good riding to you!

@dilioprieto7715 3 года назад

Very informative. Thank you! I have a Yeti ASR 5C and have been battling to find a good drivetrain upgrade. Huge help!

@tonykasunic1 3 года назад

Love the blindfold test!

@1mxcompilations375 3 года назад

great video as always, very interesting!

@jhonaubreyammen6414 3 года назад

Nice video! Definitely one of the reasons why i also started my own biking channel, keep it up!

@aidenmtb5784 3 года назад

You guys are the best I ordered a gx shifter and it came in 3 days and free shipping and I will say the gx shifter on an nx derailleur is so good for 3 dollars more definitely recommend that combo.

@WorldwideCyclery 3 года назад

👊🏻👊🏻

@appacana 3 года назад

I bought from you guys a GX set . its freaking rad

@ptz0n Год назад

Thanks for the walkthrough. Going for GX Carbon.

@Dribones9 3 года назад

literally yesterday i looked for this video to see if you made it

@illgazillion 3 года назад

Excellent! Thank you.

@ericcatrambone6288 3 года назад

Thanks for the advice. Now I know what to look for.

@MTBs 3 года назад

Great breakdown. Thank you! 👍

@saldelatorre805 3 года назад

Thanks for the awesome video.

@StachePower Год назад

this video is GOLD

@jdvumbc 3 года назад

My bike came with X01 Eagle and shifting is super smooth. Since Sram had to add the Zero Loss technology to all the Eagle series, Im pretty sure they all shift really nice. Compare to the 11-speed systems, in which only the high end shifters had Zero Loss starting with the X1 model and above. The NX 11-speed feels horrible once youve tried 11-speed X01. In 12-speed all of them shift really nice its just an issue of excessive weight for the NX and SX cassettes. I wouldnt do less than GX.

@Fred_the_1996 2 года назад

12 speed drivetrain with an SX derailleur with NX cassette and GX shifter is the way to go for me

@darrenwall5439 3 года назад

Awesome video 💚 I'm going to mix the xo1 derailer and shifter and gx cassette and carbon cranks, thank you

@Rob94hawk 3 года назад

Excellent explanation of the parts for a novice rider like myself.

@stepbro2119 2 года назад

Incredible vid

@MorganBishopp 3 года назад

This is super helpful!! I have an NX group set, but have had so many issues with the NX derailleur being so finicky. I’ll probably swap it out for the GX! Thanks for making this video!

@WorldwideCyclery 3 года назад

😁👊🏻👊🏻

@mekanismen 3 года назад

I went from SX to GX and it's literally a world of a difference. Do it!

@hunter2519 3 года назад

@@mekanismen 2 rides in on my sx it broke have gx rn that isn't doing to terrible. can at least take a beating or two

@jorgearevalo03 2 года назад

@@hunter2519 i have broke 2 SX, is NX recommended? because i can't find any better on my city

@hunter2519 2 года назад

@@jorgearevalo03 had nx as well was totally fine. definitely liking my gx tho. if you can find it id get a gx if not anything is way better than sx shit

@Mr.P.Griffith 3 года назад

The SX groupo I bought from aliexpress a few months ago came with the spindle attached to the drive side crank/cassette. I wonder why that was. It was all brand new mint condition, serial numbers intact. 175mm cranks, 32t chainring, Dub BB, 12spd chain, 11-50t cassette, shifter, and derailleur for $335 Cdn all in, shipped to my door in 23 days. I couldn't be happier, coming from a 3x7 freewheel.

@MP48 3 года назад

Great video super useful!

@brauzeuge Год назад

Found this late but thx. Going from Shim Deore to NX with GX-Upgrade Kit.

@tapsaaa1 3 года назад

Proudly with SX9 for the first MTB and it's been good!

@maxsittenfeld1839 2 года назад

Great videos!!!! Thanks a lot!!!!

@andrewcox7416 3 года назад

I currently have an XO1 shifter and derailleur set up with Kogel Jockey wheels and XX1 Cassette. Gonna pick up a spare GX Eagle 10-52 derailleurso when it’s time to freshen up I’ll swap on my Kogels to the GX and then pick up an XX1 10-52 Cassette as well

@jeffs8525 3 года назад

2 x 10 to GX was the best move I ever made!

@michalmalanowicz7595 3 года назад

Great comparison, but there is one more factor - weather conditions. This applies to chains mostly, but I do have 2 e-Bikes, one with SX, second with GX and during the winter after a ride the cheaper chain is covered in rust and it barely moves and its more expensive brother despite being cold and dirty still works well. I don't know if there are other differences, especially in higher groups, but this one is noticeable. Should be mentioned in this video as well ;)

@willv198412 3 года назад

Great video, very informative. I've also seen your Shimano version of this video but could you consider making a 2021 Shimano Vs 2021 SRAM comparison video? I'm considering a Trek Rail 9.8 which comes in GX and XT versions for the same price and I'm not sure which to get. Thanks

@jessiewadkins8886 3 года назад

I start the video and immediately start laughing. The blindfold really blindsided me!

@didahermansyah6421 3 года назад

Love it

@paolovillorente9102 2 года назад

Here in the Philippines, Almost every bike shop sells a full Sram SX. It is by far the most used drivetrain because here in PH, the more cassete and bigger teeth you have, the more you are a cooler your bike is. 50t cassetes are actually pretty cool looking.

@StraightLine_MTB 3 года назад

NX is good aside from derailleur if your not super concerned about weight. I think the new GX is the sweet spot in the lineup. Great video!

@rdpurdom Год назад

Xlnt presentation. I run Gx and love it! Thanks!

@leonking9488 3 года назад

Will there be a Shimano vs SRAM drivetrain comparison video? Really love your vids, ride safe always!

@1969Escobar 3 года назад

The good thing is you can mix and upgrade. well done SRAM, great video thanks

@Fred_the_1996 2 года назад

True, my personal favourite combination is: SX derailleur, NX cassette, GX shifter

@LarryRichelli 2 года назад

@@Fred_the_1996 How did you upgrade to the NX cassette because the SX has the standard HG driver, not the XD from SRAM?

@JohnathanWick_92M5 2 года назад

Thank you for this video extremely Informative I currently have GX upgrading to XO1 pricy but worth the investment

@claytonhorvat7598 3 года назад

Thanks Jeff. Can't even believe the 2000 dollar electronic is heavier. But I guess it makes sense. All cool stuff. GX carbon cranks are amazing, I bought a last gen Shimano XT M8000 gruppo, for almost that much.

@peterides9568 3 года назад

Thankyou. The SRAM lineup has been a confusing mess for me for a long time. Could you do one on brakes and Rockshox forks too, please?

@goatsplitter Год назад

This was great. I have NX and just broke a few pieces and wanted to know the difference while repairing. Honestly, GX carbon seems like the best bang for the buck. Though even in my case, just going from NX to GX without the crankset seems like a good deal, too.

@EngrishDoggiez 3 года назад

Thank you!!!

@mattf4491 3 года назад

Wouldve liked to see the gripshift options discussed

@kimari8440 3 года назад

He Always Break It Down So It Isnt Rocket Science

@sethmichael8188 3 года назад

Because he he dropped outta high school and still makin bank

@lpasatie 2 года назад

Gx axs + gx cassette has been amazing

@jedikkeoma 3 года назад

Dude sweet video. I own a bike with the sx and honestly, when well maintained, it is really ok. It shifts good, and i didn't wreck it yet. I guess durability and weight is not good but overall it beat all my expectations.

@italianrelic 3 года назад

I do love SRAM ❤️

@madbutt83 3 года назад

I drive a wild mix of SRAM components and slowly upgraded from the pre-installed SX Parts. NX Cassette (because of the hub), GX Shifter, GX Derailleur, X01 Carbon Crankset, XX1 Chain. Everything works fine without any issues. BTW: My SX Cassette (from a Giant) was 706g vs. NX Cassette with 614g messuared on the same scale. Maybe there are different OE Versions on the Market, because of the big difference to your weight of the SX Cassette.

@camwells9726 3 года назад

I have an nx system with an xo1 derailer and shifter , works a treat

@stevehaigh8260 3 года назад

My bike came with nx, shimano free hub... As the derailleur started to get some play after a year, I upgraded the bolt to a x01 for £20,now back to perfect shift. Then the jockies got worn so upgraded them... Gx this time again back to perfect. The moral is don't swap the nx just for the sake of it especially if money is tight, let it wear out then upgrade gradually

@karimayoubi74 3 года назад

It would have been nice if you talked about the SX a bit more, especially in terms of longevity - I read a few comments in MTB orums by people saying theirs broke within 3 months due to the cheaper build quality, so I avoided buying any bike with the SX. If that really is the case, it would be worth mentioning for your viewers because a lot of bikes come with the SX, and when you're paying $3k+ for a bike, bits shouldn't fall off within 3 months! (FWIW my NX has been pretty robust, it's taken a few hits and is still working fine, although the screw that holds the derailleur onto the derailleur hanger keeps coming loose. Time to get the Threadlock out, methinks.) Great video, love knowing about this kinda detail - at some point I'm gonna have to replace something and now I know what to buy! Thanks WC.

@michaelmcclure3383 3 года назад

I think most people with SX if they break the derailleur just upgrade it to NX or GX.. its compatible so not a huge price to upgrade.

@sagehiker 3 года назад

I wrote Surly a nasty gram about SX on most of their sub 2k$ bikes. From their response, I expect it will be gone in 2021. It is price point. I upgraded to GX derailleur, shifter and new chain for $210.

@stanley3647 2 года назад

Thanks for video. As X0 derailleur owner (currently bike is 1x10 converted). Only reasonable upgrade choice for me: NX casette due to wheel hub (12s 11-50 is still better than 10s 11-46 in current setup) But with GX derailleur, chain and shifter. I'll stay with current Sram X5 cranks/BB and 32T oval ring ;) nothing wrong with it, and when BB worn out, maybe I'll switch for GX (carbon?) one.

@0lioderso 3 года назад

The whole table with the drivetrains probably costs as much as 5x my bike 😂

@andy4373 Год назад

1:30 in…”well, looks like I’m going with the NX” hahah 😂

@jakesingles8327 3 года назад

I reckon would help to show people how little 100 grams can really be, a bread roll most the time wouldn’t even weigh 90g so super helpful to show people where to save the money and put it into a set of tyres instead Love ya work guys. From Aus

@niteryder50 3 года назад

Which is why I think anything about GX is complete waste, do you even get any advantages with shiflting like the double down shift going from SLX to XT shifter with Shimano. So many better places to spend your $$$ like suspension.

@seminolekilla 3 года назад

Finally!!

@stuartthomasson5027 3 года назад

WC videos are top notch

@Kaspurr84 3 года назад

I run a mix of 2020 GX and X01, really want those bargain 2021 GX carbon cranks

@aslanXIII 3 года назад

GX carbon looks nice 🔥

@stuartmckee2301 3 года назад

About to scrap my SX derailleur and upgrade to GX. Having so many problems getting it to shift smoothly and stay adjusted.

@skfunk4550 3 года назад

woohoo WC video! it's like orgasm "virtual & visual" don't over think it 😁

@WorldwideCyclery 3 года назад

😅

@Asthbendriel 3 года назад

Great video as always guys. Only thing you forgot to mention is, SX Eagle doesn't have a clutch, and that contributes to SX being considerably noisier than NX or anything above. You're right saying there's a good reason for SX not being a full after market drivetrain, it's very low quality compared to the rest, and that comes from someone who bought a equipped with a SRAM SX Eagle.

@liamwoods5353 3 года назад

SX Eagle does have a clutch, you can see pictures in the blog of the SX eagle with the clutch :)

@Asthbendriel 3 года назад

@@liamwoods5353 I have one at home, it doesn't have the bearing clutch inscription where the rest have, neither was listed on the tech specs of the derailleur at SRAM webpage a month ago when I checked it out because I was curious about that fact after noticing the chain was noisier compare to my Shimano SLX drivetrain. It does have a strong spring, but doesn't have a proper clutch. Did anything change recently, a revised version or something?

@liamwoods5353 3 года назад

@@Asthbendriel Hmmm, you could have a weird OEM version, but everything we have and what I can see does in fact have a clutch on the rear der, kinda a needed part to make 1x drivetrains work well..

@Asthbendriel 3 года назад

@@liamwoods5353 well I may be wrong, but in this photo which matches my RD, you can see it has no "Type 3 Roller Bearing Clutch " inscription where the clutch is in the rest of the versions: www.sram.com/globalassets/image-hierarchy/sram-product-root-images/derailleurs---rear/derailleurs---rear/rd-sx-1-a1/blacksidel.jpg?w=1336 there is also no mention of the clutch in the SRAM page whatsoever, however the NX and further versions have the Clutch listed in the tech specs www.sram.com/en/sram/models/rd-sx-1-a1 I've seen other cheap RD run 1x based on pure spring force, so it is possible with the proper tension while going downhill. The part where the clutch lies is also different for SX compared to NX, GX, X01 and XX1 variants. I'd have to open one to be 100% sure (well, two, an SX and an NX Eagle to check if there is any difference, which is quite an expensive hobby I can't afford) but seems quite a lot of coincidences altogether adding the fact SX Eagle is noisier than a 1x12 Shimano SLX I also have at home which has the clutch on, used by the same rider on the same trails, it may be possible Shimano clutch is just stronger, but I don't know.