Late to the party, helpful video Thanks. I've just done this - you've already got a Left Hand matchmaker adapter fitted on your Right Hand lever, so the paddle sits OK. However those of us with 1 X drivetrain would normally have only a Right Hand matchmaker adapter which leaves the paddle a bit too far into the grips. For best fit you need a matchmaker L/H adapter as you have. I needed to buy one.
I have now but my AXS on an Epic Evo with a mixed shimano drivetrain. I bought a Bike Yoke adapter for that side and it works well. Have to buy a left for the right side so it is not too far away from the grips.
Yes this is true, I was skeptical at first but love the electronic drivetrain now. I have mechanical on my enduro bike, it works but it is not as slick.
Thanks Alex I have tried it now and even though I flipped the controls to the same as my mechanical it is hard to get used to it. I like the shifter though and will keep it on and reverse the up and down.
Thanks Aidan. I tried to find examples and couldn’t hence the video. I am happy with the new rocker though I guess it is very much a personal preference thing.
I realized that if I place the stock paddle more “under” the bar, my thumb is in a neutral position, which I prefer. I tried the rocker paddle but didn’t like it as much. I found there was some free play in the button pressing whereas the stock paddle has tighter tolerances.
Very interesting, I didn’t notice the tighter tolerances. I think it is good to have a different choice, I still don’t think it is perfect but it is better than my mechanical shifter that is for sure.
The stock rocker paddle allows the thumb to shift up and down with less movement and to keep the fingers around the bar and brakes. With the upgraded rocker paddle, the thumb has to travel more and seems less comfortable. I guess many people don’t like change and prefer to go back to the old manual feel of shifting.
Great video. I'm a "thumb/finger" shifter, not thumb/thumb. IMO neither is "ideal" but I like the old style better and is way better for thumb/finger actuation. To me it is more like the old cable operation. I think Sram has missed the mark on both styles. I have half a mind to make my own ;-)
Thanks. Yes it would be great to have a few options to work out your preference. With 3D printing I am sure someone must have come up with an alternative.
Had you ever experienced shifting issues after your AXS install with your gears? Like a little skipping? Had the shop dial in my adjustments and wondering if perhaps I still need to micro adjust the lower three/four cogs (smallest). Lite skipping 3 down to 2 looks like. Will have to get that paddle so It is more natural to all the years of riding. Mine came reverse shifting from what I'm use to. So need to download the app, so I can reverse the mapping direction of shifting. Thanks for the video, I have heard of this new option but hadn't seen it yet and easy to install.
Hi Tom. I didn’t have any issues after installation but I have had to micro adjust a couple of times. Maybe as the new chain stretched you might need to do this. Strangely I have my shifter the reverse of my analogue eagle, I did try to change but after 6 months or so I got into the groove. It is a cheap easy option to give it a go. Good luck.
Hi David. I have a previous video on should you upgrade. I wasn't so sure then but with the slightly cheaper GX option I am pretty sure that you wouldn't regret upgrading.
@@daviddorado5632 I have mechnaical GX and my enduro bike and it works perfectly well so you have a point. If money isn't a concern and like a clean cockpit and like not having to change stretched cables and very rarely have to index your gears then this AXS is for you.
Thanks for the video, this worked out great, love this much more than the rocker paddle!
No problem. agreed it is much better. I like the Pod which I now use.
Late to the party, helpful video Thanks. I've just done this - you've already got a Left Hand matchmaker adapter fitted on your Right Hand lever, so the paddle sits OK. However those of us with 1 X drivetrain would normally have only a Right Hand matchmaker adapter which leaves the paddle a bit too far into the grips. For best fit you need a matchmaker L/H adapter as you have. I needed to buy one.
I have now but my AXS on an Epic Evo with a mixed shimano drivetrain. I bought a Bike Yoke adapter for that side and it works well. Have to buy a left for the right side so it is not too far away from the grips.
Thanks for this video. I will definitely buy this product. By the previous version, I am very unhappy with axs
You are welcome. Why unhappy?
I'm waiting on my upgrade paddle! The axs is the best upgrade... if you can get one
Yes this is true, I was skeptical at first but love the electronic drivetrain now. I have mechanical on my enduro bike, it works but it is not as slick.
Thanks! I just ordered the paddle.
Nice. Enjoy!
Great video and I agree - it's way better!! Wait till you try it on the trail. It's a game changer.
Thanks Alex I have tried it now and even though I flipped the controls to the same as my mechanical it is hard to get used to it. I like the shifter though and will keep it on and reverse the up and down.
I like the standard button most ,, you dont have to move your finger to much away from the grip.
I might swap them over for a few rides to see how I feel with the old one again.
This is a great video! especially the before and after
Thanks Aidan. I tried to find examples and couldn’t hence the video. I am happy with the new rocker though I guess it is very much a personal preference thing.
I realized that if I place the stock paddle more “under” the bar, my thumb is in a neutral position, which I prefer.
I tried the rocker paddle but didn’t like it as much. I found there was some free play in the button pressing whereas the stock paddle has tighter tolerances.
Very interesting, I didn’t notice the tighter tolerances. I think it is good to have a different choice, I still don’t think it is perfect but it is better than my mechanical shifter that is for sure.
@@jaselikesbikes SRAM should make another iteration of this for more choices in the coming future.
@@GokkunGuru agreed 👍
The stock rocker paddle allows the thumb to shift up and down with less movement and to keep the fingers around the bar and brakes. With the upgraded rocker paddle, the thumb has to travel more and seems less comfortable.
I guess many people don’t like change and prefer to go back to the old manual feel of shifting.
I think it is personal preference. For how cheap the “upgrade” is it is worth trying the alternative paddle.
nice one clear and easy to understand
Thanks.
Great video. I'm a "thumb/finger" shifter, not thumb/thumb. IMO neither is "ideal" but I like the old style better and is way better for thumb/finger actuation. To me it is more like the old cable operation. I think Sram has missed the mark on both styles. I have half a mind to make my own ;-)
Thanks. Yes it would be great to have a few options to work out your preference. With 3D printing I am sure someone must have come up with an alternative.
best lever ever.
I can’t even remember what the old one feels like!
Just got this👍🏻
Enjoy!
HI. Great video. Tks much. Where did you find the "upgrade Have not found it anywhere ??? Tks
Hi there. It was in my local shop in Auckland Lewis and co. I was surprised that they had it in so soon.
I think you used the old spring coil.
Really! Good spot if so. Luckily it hasn’t made any difference. It still works great.
Nope, he used the new spring. Watch again 3.40-3.55 ;)
@@IMac8939 Thanks for that lol
Had you ever experienced shifting issues after your AXS install with your gears? Like a little skipping? Had the shop dial in my adjustments and wondering if perhaps I still need to micro adjust the lower three/four cogs (smallest). Lite skipping 3 down to 2 looks like. Will have to get that paddle so It is more natural to all the years of riding. Mine came reverse shifting from what I'm use to. So need to download the app, so I can reverse the mapping direction of shifting. Thanks for the video, I have heard of this new option but hadn't seen it yet and easy to install.
Hi Tom. I didn’t have any issues after installation but I have had to micro adjust a couple of times. Maybe as the new chain stretched you might need to do this. Strangely I have my shifter the reverse of my analogue eagle, I did try to change but after 6 months or so I got into the groove. It is a cheap easy option to give it a go. Good luck.
Upgrade? Going electronic and then adding seconds back? I don’t think so. But to each its own.
What do you mean by adding seconds back?
these should come stock
I agree,l!
Fast forward to October, the X01 and XX1 Upgrade kits do come with them, GX still still on older paddle design
True I have just installed X01 with the new controller. But I don't like it for some reason...it doesn't feel right.
Would you really advise to move from mechanical to axs?
Hi David. I have a previous video on should you upgrade. I wasn't so sure then but with the slightly cheaper GX option I am pretty sure that you wouldn't regret upgrading.
@@jaselikesbikes i run full Mecánical gx. My worry is to spend all that money and only get a battery to charge as a benefit
@@daviddorado5632 I have mechnaical GX and my enduro bike and it works perfectly well so you have a point. If money isn't a concern and like a clean cockpit and like not having to change stretched cables and very rarely have to index your gears then this AXS is for you.
@@jaselikesbikes maybe a high-end cassete will provide a smoother more precise shifting
@@daviddorado5632 possible although I don't think you will notice much difference between the GX Cassette and XX1 cassette.
Control yr pinkie ok.
Why do people call this an "upgrade"? It's clearly a downgrade, less ergonomic hand position is now required to shift....this makes no sense.
I think it is just user preference. It is pretty cheap so why not try it and the original paddle wasn’t ideal in many cyclists eyes.