GRX Lever Differences 800 vs 600
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GRX Lever Differences 800 vs 600
Does anyone have a handle on the differences between the 800 and the 600 GRX levers? (ST-RX810-R vs ST-RX600-R). I see the 800 has the "Servo Wave" feature and weighs 21 grams less. Do both of them have the higher pivot point I've seen mentioned in reviews? Are there any other differences I should consider?
Also, have you been able to compare the feel with the higher pivot point to other levers like the 105 hydro's? Was there a significant difference?
Also, have you been able to compare the feel with the higher pivot point to other levers like the 105 hydro's? Was there a significant difference?
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Does anyone have a handle on the differences between the 800 and the 600 GRX levers? (ST-RX810-R vs ST-RX600-R). I see the 800 has the "Servo Wave" feature and weighs 21 grams less. Do both of them have the higher pivot point I've seen mentioned in reviews? Are there any other differences I should consider?
Also, have you been able to compare the feel with the higher pivot point to other levers like the 105 hydro's? Was there a significant difference?
Also, have you been able to compare the feel with the higher pivot point to other levers like the 105 hydro's? Was there a significant difference?
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The Servo wave only applies to the Di2 also from what I have read.
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4. Refined Levers
An evolution of the brand’s ergonomic and highly regarded road STI levers, GRX scores a host of updates in the lever department when compared to its road-going siblings. The brake lever pivot point has been raised to increase brake leverage from the hoods; a scalloped finger rest has been added while the lever blades now feature a matte textured finish for improved grip.The increased pivot point of the brakes gives a noticeably taller aesthetic and is said to provide more control when braking while descending on rough terrain.
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GRX 800 and 600 are suposed to have the same shape and features, the difference would be in the build quality / materials which ends up making the 800 version a bit lighter. Just like Ultegra R8000 and 105 R7000.
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The Di2 815's don't have the same shape as the rest of them. That's what makes me think DorkDisk is right and the higher pivot point only applies to Di2. Also, Shimano's specs say that the Servo Wave feature only applies to the 800 level and not the 600, so even the levers that have the same shape have different features.
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Servo wave is different from the altered lever pivot. It means the brake lever pushes a variable amount of fluid through different parts of the stroke, so there’s greater pad clearance without compromising leverage. The road levers have it.
Only the Di2 levers have the higher pivot point. Look at the axle on the mechanical levers (you can see it from the outside): it’s the same as where it is on the road levers.
Only the Di2 levers have the higher pivot point. Look at the axle on the mechanical levers (you can see it from the outside): it’s the same as where it is on the road levers.
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