SRAM EAGLE T-Type Transmission 🔥 INSTALLATION, How-To 🔥Upgrade, AXS, 1x12, Oval Chainring

[@ThunderStruckMTB]

Simply the best! While I have have no intention of buying a Tranz drivetrain I enjoyed watching this as it was better than SRAM's official install video.... Quick question, when the little tab 'broke off' on the shifter pod button(s) what exactly happened there? Did it break trying to get the OE buttons off and if yes, are they trash now or is that supposed to happen?

[@LoveMTB]

Glad you enjoyed it! Yeah, if you don't just lift the button straight up without tilting the tabs will break. Plastic is poor or too tiny or I didn't know what I was doing...

[@ThunderStruckMTB]

@@LoveMTB Gotcha. I also love that you went with the 'older' Eagle DUB cranks with Garbaruk 3mm chainring and 52mm chainline to save some money and also prove that it can be done. That should help take a bit of the sting out of the price tag for people that are currently running an Eagle drivetrain. 👍👍

[@LoveMTB]

@@ThunderStruckMTB Yeah true upgrade style. And it works! 😊

[@geoleo2597]

@@LoveMTB what I’m afraid of breaking is the shifter pod and clamp. It just hangs down waiting for something to hit it. Then you’re SOL and maybe miles from home if this breaks. They could have made that a lot stronger than that thin little plastic clamp

[@LoveMTB]

@@geoleo2597 it’s metal. And you can shift from the derailleur with the AXS button

[@alanmartinezrodriguez884]

Oval ring, waxed chain, electronic shifter, this gentleman does not miss the past.

[@overthetarget9401]

TBH I've used waxed chains and oval rings in the early '90s. ;-)

[@impaledface7694]

Been seriously enjoying biopace on one of my bikes, and I have known about waxing chains since the 80's.

[@geoleo2597]

@@alanmartinezrodriguez884 I waxed my T-Type chain too. At over $50 it better last a long time

[@lenolenoleno]

Love the video, better setup guide than actual SRAM. Though even as a super confident mechanic it just underlines how much functionally better my Shimano XT mechanical is Lighter, 1/10 of the cost, easier to repair/source parts, better shifter ergonomics and functionally no performance loss. No one won a MTB race because their drivetrain was electronic. That extra $1500 is better spent on a skills clinic or a riding holiday or brakes, suspension, fresh tyres

[@LoveMTB]

Thanks 🙏 glad to share my learning with you all! Funny you say that, my son moved from XTR to T-Type and first thing he said was - not as smooth as Shimano but works ok. Enthusiastic to have AXS? Not even one bit…

[@wallyedmonds8199]

One thing I like about, peddle backwards and the chain does not fall off lol , I can’t use this because my middlechild is not UDH . It is interesting . Your vids very informative now I understand this sram stuff . 👍🏼

[@ttigg]

Great video and I agree - better than the SRAM official one. Now I have to learn (have learnt) a new way to tighten up the rear wheel after replacing! Also good to see you have it working with the oval, I will have to swap out my Power Meter in order to do this (back to 4 bolts) since the super nice XXSL one only has the threaded rings and SRAM doesn't have a threaded oval (yet anyhow)

[@RESISTFEAR]

I'm changing over to T type and this video is absolutely the best tutorial out there! Thank you LoveMTB. Subbed for sure. Cheers.

[@LoveMTB]

Welcome aboard!

[@geoleo2597]

Thanks for your video. Without watching this I would have been lost. It’s totally different from any other drivetrain so I had to unlearn my mechanical shifting thinking

[@LoveMTB]

@@geoleo2597 thanks for the feedback and enjoy your transmission!

[@teemu3370]

These videos are very nice, thanks! I am quite surprised there aren't bunch of angry comments on having to create a account to "ride your new transmission"

[@LoveMTB]

Maybe not yet😊 just need to create account for the app, website link doesn’t require anything

[@OstapKost]

Your videos are the most informative! Especially about every single component)

[@yengsabio5315]

I will need to rewatch this video, ahehe! I'm amazed at this new stuff, I do hope it's not really that complicated during operation. Lots of love, cheers, & Mabuhay, from my end--the Philippines! #RideOn #KeepBiking

[@LoveMTB]

Thanks brother! Nothing too complicated just precise steps and order of installation needed 😉

[@markhail793]

Great vid as usual! My bike doesn’t have UDH, so it looks like I’m stuck with my good ole Shimano XT 11 speed for now. I’m not complaining!

[@LoveMTB]

Good choice!😉

[@ЛёхаБукреев]

Perfect manual. Perfect video. I don't need it yet, because my Spark is 2019 and not UDH-compactable, but it was please to see such a nice video. Thanks.

[@LoveMTB]

Thanks for watching!

[@cesarricardolozanoleanez5026]

Hi, you gave the best tutorial video on T-type shifters. I'm a new comer to the channel and staying tuned always. Thanks, best regards from Venezuela

[@LoveMTB]

Thanks and welcome aboard!

[@Peaceman5790]

Very well constructed tutorial. I’m sure this will be the go-to for DIY upgrades!

[@LoveMTB]

I hope so! 🙏

[@donnovicki9771]

Great information, even though I don't have this set up, I still enjoy watching your videos and the level of detail you put in every one. SRAM or Shimano should have you on their staff as a product specialist. First.

[@LoveMTB]

Maybe one day😊 Thanks!

[@LaurentiusTriarius]

Same I really enjoy the reviews even when it's brands or products I'll probably never end up buying. At least I got a sneak peek 😊

[@18erik]

Professor , great video as always. Keep safe . Cheers

[@LoveMTB]

Thanks, you too!🤘

[@18erik]

Professor , great video as always. Keep safe . Cheers

[@Acill]

Great video! I have been looking for the answer about replacing my AXS XO1 on my tracer with a t-type and keeping my 5Dev cranks and oval with it. Glad I can do that!

[@JohnPhilpot-x2o]

Great video thanks!! Picks up on a number of points that the official SRAM video doesn't make clear. Question - If the derailleur needs to be removed to box the bike for air travel just how crucial is the 35nm tightening on reassembly? I'm thinking reassembly at an airport with minimal tools. Or would you just leave it in place if possible? Thanks.

[@LoveMTB]

Thanks! It is important to tighten that bolt to the recommended torque as it keeps that knurled washer in place. But you can remove the cage? Not sure that'll work with chain installed though. I hear you about installing at the airport, I did it in the hotel lobby :)

[@superjimnz]

I upgraded my 2022 Spark from X01 AXS to the new X0 T-Type. I used the EMTB kit, as I already had the XX1 8-bolt cranks and Quarc power meter with 104BCD. Unfortunately the chain ring required a little dremeling to fit onto the power meter, but I was able to make it fit. I was interested to discover that the additional (convex) buttons were not provided in the kit; I'm guessing they have removed them due to the easy breakage. It definitely is the Pod Ultimate rather than the regular pod though. I prefer the new shifter to the Eagle AXS, which I found to be too light touch, resulting in accidental double shifts when riding over bumpy terrain. I find the chain slap is much reduced compared to the regular AXS, and also much appreciate the more even spacing on gear 2 and 3; the jump on the older cassettes between the 52 and 42 was too much.

[@LoveMTB]

Thanks for sharing! Yeah I have the Ultimate POD with the XX

[@coolcat2005dj]

I learned a lot watching this video. thank you for that. subd and liked,

[@LoveMTB]

@@coolcat2005dj glad to help. And welcome!

[@GokkunGuru]

Excellent install video. Interesting how the 52mm chainline setup works with the Transmission cassette which supposedly is 2.5mm more outboard.

[@LoveMTB]

55 mm chainline allows manufacturers to build better BB area and give wider tire option. 2.5 mm is pretty much one gear over if anything 52mm prioritizes the easier gears a bit

[@knott4me561]

Absolutely Incredible information. Just saved my bacon .

[@LoveMTB]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Svenmpa]

Nice to see that you are running with an oval and 52mm chainline. That is what I am going for when I get around to buying an upgrade kit. Pleas let me know how the shifting performs with your setup. I.e if you've had any problems while actually riding the bike.

[@LoveMTB]

Will do! That bike will be racing next weekend

[@OstapKost]

We are waiting for the ride review. Especially the quietness of it. I’ve just sold my old XO1 AXS because of how noisy it was

[@LoveMTB]

Will do. Where was noise coming from? Just chain slap?

[@Jinedan]

Super interesting and informative! Thanks so much!

[@LoveMTB]

Glad to help

[@grigoryrechistov3040]

I will happily stay with my 10 speed cheapass drivetrains for the next couple of years... or decades, thank you.

[@tphongsy]

Is there a reason why we have to do the same step when replacing the wheel? Just want to understand the reasoning behind it. Thanks for you informative videos.

[@LoveMTB]

No worries It’s so the derailleur is set in place it’s going to be given that there is no adjustment for that B-gap. So I would do what they recommend when replacing the wheel😊

[@gerritmai6393]

Thank you very much. Very helpful especially the last chapter. If u have the time, i would like to see if the Transmission derailleur can shift the old eagle chain and very important the old eagle cassette.

[@LoveMTB]

Simple: no😊

[@myerereynolds3752]

Hey, love your vids for us old heads. Would you know if when setting up Transmission with an oval chainring do you set it up for 34, 32, or 30 for a 32 tooth oval? Since the 32 oval acts as a 30, and 34 depending on what position it's in. Have you had any issues with your oval on xmiss? Waiting for my kit in the mail, thanks. Peace.

[@LoveMTB]

Thanks 😊 Transmission it’s been ok for us this season and oval is not causing any issues. I measured for 32T w the 32T oval

[@maxj2531]

Great tuto, great chanel. Thanks !

[@LaurentiusTriarius]

Since I tried GX AXS last year I doubled down on mechanical drivetrains, T-type prices and flat top chains confirmed to myself that I was following the right path, I used to be a SRAM drivetrain person but now TRP is what I expect from a modern no fuss mountain bike drivetrain.

[@LoveMTB]

What do you like about TRP? I have just seen it, never used it...

[@hucknroll6723]

@@LoveMTB he probably got it for free because the TRP group is complete trash. 🤣

[@アメリカ田舎生活]

Thanks for the GREAT video. I was able to install my new transmission system successfully because of your video. One question about charging a rear wheel. Do I need to start with loosing the RD from the UDH?

[@LoveMTB]

No you don’t touch the RD just the axle. You do release the cage lock before you re-tighten the thru axle

[@アメリカ田舎生活]

@@LoveMTB got it. Thanks!! Your vid made my day much easier!

[@LoveMTB]

@@アメリカ田舎生活 Glad to help!

[@アメリカ田舎生活]

Hi I have another question. Is it normal to have good amount of play side by side when hanging the RD onto the frame before tightening the rear axle? I had very noticeable play in axial direction, but the installation was successful.

[@LoveMTB]

@@アメリカ田舎生活 did you tighten the rear step by step as described here? If so you’re all good 😎

[@vmxd]

Great video! But I have one question regarding the oval chainring. I have 30T absolute black oval with 3mm offset. Can I re-use it with the Sram Transmition?

[@LoveMTB]

I would at least try it it should work ok

[@vmxd]

@@LoveMTB ty! I will definitely try it

[@terr256]

This is the video I've been looking for! Got a used derailleur, chain, and for cheap and I'm just running the stock non-type or axs crankset and it's working great! Although do you think I should get wide dub crankset? I'm still running stock

[@LoveMTB]

If ain’t broke, don’t fix it!

[@stepan.furman]

Can you provide the brand and model of chainring that is compatible with t-type chain? And do you know any examples where it's the other way around? Has new mount but compatible with old eagle

[@LoveMTB]

I have this about chainrings - kzbin.info/www/bejne/nmaUgWWkrddri7s Otherwise t-type is backwards compatible

[@eduardogrinyo]

have your ever tried to run the t type derrailleur with a shimano or regular gx sram cassette? Thanks!!!

[@LoveMTB]

@@eduardogrinyo doesn’t work check my other ttype vids for more info/ details/ why

[@COOLBIKEyt]

Thanks for that ;)

[@LoveMTB]

You bet!

[@blazacrew]

Simple explained

[@mont30]

so after 5 months, how is the combination going? Any shifting issues? How about the wear and tear? Would you recommend the 52mm chainline?

[@LoveMTB]

It works just like day 1, no issues. 52mm chainline seems to be just fine, no issues introduced by it.

[@mont30]

@@LoveMTB Thank you so much for the information. More importantly, thank you for the awesome videos. It helps us a lot. More power and keep up the good work!

[@LoveMTB]

@@mont30 Glad to help, happy trails!

[@juanhidalgo7043]

Odd, my rear XX derailleur says tighten to 25 newtons.

[@SorinVBogdan]

Hello, is it normal for the Derailleur to have lateral wobble (left right) when I undo one full rotation from snug? In every video it seems like it just becomes loose and pivots around the axle, however mine wobbles side to side too

[@LoveMTB]

Not sure I follow your question, all derailleurs have a bit of side-to-side with that long cage. Derailleur is not supposed to operate when "I undo one full rotation from snug"

[@EmandSz]

Perfecto, thank U!

[@LoveMTB]

You're welcome!

[@NSBio205]

Have you ridden the transmission outside on trails yet? How does it shift?

[@LoveMTB]

Great but not as smooth as Shimano 12a

[@ralva2779]

Nice video, (I could have used this last year for a GX T-type install 😂) Cool though. 👍🏾

[@LoveMTB]

Sorry for the delay😊 Still liking it?

[@ralva2779]

Yes so far, had some clean-up to do with the chain which had some tacky grease and I had to re-torque my cassette and derailleur but after a few rides it went well. 😎

[@LoveMTB]

@@ralva2779 happy trails 😎

[@jbrogdon1]

Awesome video! Just found your channel. I just swapped my AXS XO T Type drivetrain off of my 2024 Santa Cruz Large Nomad and put it on a new 2023 Santa Cruz Medium 5010 build. I had my LBS do the swap for me but now I am dropping my chain in gears 10 & 11 when back pedaling which has never happened before. I know there's about 10mm difference in chain stay length between the two bikes but I haven't experienced this before and have had several hi end mtbs. I also know many say this is common, but again I have never experienced it on my other Santa Cruz bikes. I am hoping to get your thoughts? Thanks!

[@LoveMTB]

Assume you have the correct chain length on the 5010? It’s pretty critical to ttype working properly

[@jbrogdon1]

@@LoveMTB Yes, used the SRAM chain calculator. 2023 5010 Medium 32T low rear linkage. 116 links.

[@GokkunGuru]

After having spent some time on this, which controller you prefer more, old or new?

[@LoveMTB]

I personally prefer the old BUT you would get used to either especially since SRAM is launching a rocker version for this also. Few months away though…

[@Sustrii]

xx chain, In the box says made in portugal but for some reason the price here is higher than in the rest of the planet!

[@LoveMTB]

That’s crazy!

[@felixduprey]

Thank you....

[@LoveMTB]

You're welcome!

[@MikeHyland-rc9xu]

Hey, just a quick question, when pulling down on derailleur to torque up, do you gently pull back or does it have to be firm. I find it wants to pop out of the A/B setup mode. Cheers

[@LoveMTB]

Gently pull back as you tighten as in the video

[@Magoo71]

Damn I would love to install this on my bike. Challenge is, my Carbon frame will not accept UDH. Does anyone know of a Fab shop who could modify my rear Triangle to accept UDH?

[@AndreRouzo]

Have the XX SL groupset, battery fully charged, installed in derailleur and zero response and no LED light. What am I doing wrong?

[@LoveMTB]

When you install the battery, do you see the LED blinking GREEN?

[@singletrackmania1]

Interesting about the chainline ... you said it works fine with a 52 mm chainline? I am considering a bike with Transmission but want to swap the default Sram crankset for a 152 mm one . I thought I had to play with the chainring offset to get a 55 mm chainline, you're saying there's is no need to do that?

[@LoveMTB]

Yes pretty much what we have in this video

[@rg8707]

Great video! Converted my vitus mythique 10-speed to sram xo1 (cable 12speed) . When i lineup the jockey wheel ( on derailleur) with 10T cog the adjustment screw needs to be back out all the way the hanger is stock and not bent. What to do??

[@LoveMTB]

Have this for Eagle 12 speed - kzbin.info/www/bejne/bpiromaYptVsf5I Check that your cassette is fully seated. And I ssueme you do this without having the cable attached? If it is loosen that cable it's too tight already😏

[@rg8707]

cable is not attached. When mounted cassette i did check the 148mm which tells me cassette is fully seated (correct??) i will double check. Is UDH the answer?? Thanks for quick response

[@LoveMTB]

@@rg8707 UDH comes very close to the 10T cog but should not affect it, check my video on how I do it without chain and cable might provide some ideas

[@matiasandresflorio]

Hi ! Nice video !! Quick question. I'am trying to mount the xx sl groupset with wide crankset and 38T 3mm offset chainring on my specialized epic 2022 (not EVO). I think the bike has 52 chainline, do you know which spacers I have to use for the right and left side ?? 🤔

[@LoveMTB]

Just check my DUB video linked in the description

[@robertmcfadyen9156]

I did this in under one hour for a lady rider I sponsor . A lot easier to fit than I thought .

[@mvdh05]

Is the opposite possible? 55mm new crank on the old eagle cassette en derailleur?

[@LoveMTB]

Yes will work just fine😊

[@chinabicycle]

Every cyclist must have a torque wrench

[@LoveMTB]

Yeah…not going to happen

[@robertmcfadyen9156]

​@@LoveMTBThe Bikehand ones are good , in a box and not bulky .

[@TheMrHudsonGuy]

Hello I have shimano 11speed cassette 11-42t And crankshaft 2x11 26-36t will it be good idea to upgrade to sram 1230 NX 12x1 11-50t and crankshaft 32t . I am looking for top end speed or are they same? thanks.

[@TheMrHudsonGuy]

Is it worth upgrading or will I have same results looking for more speed top end ...... Thanks

[@TheMrHudsonGuy]

I am riding Scott aspect 920 2022

[@threetopman]

Good!

[@РахмановТимур-п4р]

i have an issue, i do all the same steps, but at the end when i tight up to 10 Nm the thru axle it just blocks my drivetrian complitely, as a result i cant even move the cranks....if i lose the thru axle the transmission works properly, but it is not right, cuz the wheel itself is drilling. I dunno what to do

[@LoveMTB]

If the cassette is not properly tightened on the XD driver that is what you will see

[@MdBoj-n2v]

👌👍

[@bogdanostaszewski7484]

kosmos.....

[@LoveMTB]

Funny!

[@deanwaring6100]

Fools and their money 😂😂😂

[@F_youtube_rassist_cencure]

shimano better :)

[@skinny8019]

T type useless. Completely silly. Nice job with the video though.

[@LoveMTB]

Thanks

[@silver_c1oud]

I still Hate electronic and Sram