New Shimano Dura Ace 9000 11speed sighting Hi Res Pics Cranks, Shifter, Brakes, Cassette, Derailleur
Pics sourced from here.
http://sankei.jp.msn.com/sports/news/120421/oth12042123210025-n1.htm
Looks like near production version of Shimano's new Dura Ace 11 speed mechanical groupset has shown itself at the Japan Pro Tour.
Dura Ace Crankset.Asymetric crank arm alignment probably designed to save weight and add strength to the areas of the crank needing support.
Dura Ace BrakeLooks to still be Dual Pivot, Hollow Forged, reasonable width clearance but s very close on this speific bike to height clearance.
Rear Derailleur.Clean cable routing, longer cage? Possibly Carbon?
11 speed CassetteDefinitely 11 there, spacing appears generous, current chain may be compatable. Cassette block does look wider though.
Dura Ace ShifterAnatomic lever design, not to sure if I like the 2 tone hood colours though.
What do you think?