Does the Shimano XTR RD-M9000 Pulley Set Restore Flagship Shifting Performance?

The Shimano XTR RD-M9000 pulley set is the OEM replacement for both the guide and tension pulleys in the XTR RD-M9000 and RD-M9050 11-speed rear derailleur, featuring precision sealed cartridge bearings in both pulley wheels for the low-friction, long-life operation that XTR commands. The guide pulley uses extra-long teeth specifically designed to improve chain wrap and guidance through the full cassette range -- a detail that separates the XTR pulley set from lower-tier replacements. Both pulleys are directional and not interchangeable. When worn pulleys introduce chain noise, hesitation under load, or reduced indexing precision, swapping in genuine Shimano XTR pulleys restores the performance standard the RD-M9000 was designed to deliver.

Includes 11T guide pulley (upper) and 11T tension pulley (lower), both with sealed cartridge bearings. Compatible with Shimano XTR RD-M9000-GS, RD-M9000-SGS, RD-M9050-GS, and RD-M9050-SGS. MPN: Y5PV98160.