LTWOO RX 12 - Disc 2x12s Road Hydraulic Disc Brake Groupset Carbon Fibre, RX12 6 Kit, Benchmark R7170 R8170

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The reviewer discusses the LTWOO RX 12 groupset, specifically mentioning the rear derailleur and brake levers from the 12-speed RX groupset. They note that the rear derailleur, originally from the RX groupset, was used as an upgrade on an 11-speed bike, and it worked flawlessly. The brake levers from the RX groupset were also used as a weight-saving replacement, being significantly lighter than the stock aluminium ones.

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Pros

The rear derailleur from the RX groupset worked flawlessly when used on an 11-speed bike, despite being a 12-speed component.
The brake levers from the RX groupset were a drop-in replacement and offered a significant weight saving (47g each to 20g each).

Key Points

The rear derailleur from the RX groupset weighs 220g, saving 41g compared to the original 261g derailleur.
The brake levers from the RX groupset weigh 20g each, saving 54g total compared to the stock 47g each.
The cable pull ratios of the 12-speed rear derailleur appear to be the same as the 11-speed, allowing compatibility.

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