Sensah Empire Pro 2x12 Speed Review | Worth it?
Wiser Biker
August 25, 2023
Here is our review on the Sensah Empire Pro Carbon groupset!
PS: It seems like the Sensah HRD (Hydraulic) Groupset is not out on the market yet. Will share a link when it's available!
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Sensah Empire Pro Carbon
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https://amzn.to/47JMnfn 2 x 12 spd with oversize pulley
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Parts Mentioned
SENSAH EMPIRE PRO 2x12 Groupset
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GroupsetSENSAH EMPIRE PRO 2x12 Groupset
Created: June 17, 2026The reviewer, Diwa from Wiser Biker, tested the Sensah Empire Pro groupset for over a year and 2,000 km. He found it to be a lightweight, affordable 2x12 speed groupset with carbon fiber components, offering good value compared to Shimano 105, but noted some issues with shifting lever throw and difficulty in tuning.
AI-Summary
Pros
- Lightweight: shifters 90g lighter than Shimano 105, rear derailleur 30g lighter, total 120g lighter for shifters and derailleurs.
- Affordable: priced at $193 USD or 263 Singapore dollars, significantly cheaper than Shimano 105.
- Carbon fiber brake lever and rear derailleur cage.
- 12-speed groupset with accurate indexing after proper tuning.
- Front derailleur issue (soft material in early batches) resolved; reviewer's unit worked well after a year.
- Good for budget builds and race use due to low cost if damaged.
Cons
- Cannot brake and shift simultaneously.
- Large lever throw for shifting, which can cause wrist discomfort.
- More difficult to tune and index compared to Shimano groupsets.
- Front derailleur required angling outward for proper shifting.
- Mechanical brake system may have friction issues with fully internal cable routing; recommends cable-actuated hydraulic calipers or hydraulic levers.
- Lever throw not adjustable.
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SENSAH EMPIRE PRO 2x12 Speed, 24s Road Groupset carbon fiber Shifter Lever Rear Derailleur 12 chain 170/175MM Crankset