SRAM EAGLE AXS Series Installation guide

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How do you pronounce the AXS™portion of the
groupset name?
AXS™is pronounced the same as the word, “access.”
What are the main benefits and key features of
Eagle AXS™?
• Wireless electronic shifting with engineered hardware for
a new ergonomic experience based on touching a button
rather than pushing a lever.
• Giving you faster, more consistent shifts. Letting you shift
when you want, under load, without ever having to plan
around terrain.
• Gathering useful data, telling you how many shifts have
been made, how frequently each cog is being used, helping
you make smarter choices on chainring size, and more.
• Eagle™is a complete drivetrain system that was developed
to be an integrated high-performance ecosystem. The
engineering and testing that went into the development
provide for maximum performance, safety, and long-term
durability to ensure a great consumer ride experience. We
guarantee this performance when Eagle™drivetrains are used
as a complete ecosystem.
How much does the group cost?
Component Description MSRP
SRAM X01 Eagle AXS™$1900 / €2000 / £1900
SRAM XX1 Eagle AXS™$2000 / €2100 / £1950
What is the weight of the drivetrain?
Almost exactly the same as mechanical XX1 Eagle™. The net
weight for a complete ready-to-ride XX1 Eagle AXS™drivetrain
is approximately 5 grams lighter than mechanical XX1 Eagle™.
X01 is approximately 15 grams lighter for AXS™. It should be
noted that XX1 Eagle AXS™is 75-80 grams lighter than 1st
generation (11spd) XX1.
What is included when I purchase Eagle AXS™?
Cranks (w/ Chainring), Derailleur (w/ battery), Controller (w/
clamp), Cassette, Chain, Charger/Cord, Chain Gap Tool
When is SRAM Eagle AXS™available for retail aftermarket
purchase?
We will begin providing product to the market in February 2019.
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Are there different color variants available?
SRAM X01 Eagle AXS™will be available in Black/Polar colorway.
SRAM XX1 Eagle AXS™will be available in Rainbow colorway.
Are there any differences to the cassette from
mechanical Eagle™?
The performance, features, and durability of the cassettes
used for Eagle™ AXS are the same as our proven XX1 Eagle™and
X01 Eagle™cassettes today. There are new colorways offered
in similar high performance coatings for XX1 (Rainbow) and X01
(Black/Polar) Eagle AXS™.
Can I fit SRAM Eagle AXS™to any mountain bike and what
are the compatibility requirements for Eagle AXS™?
All bikes and frames compatible with Eagle™today will be
compatible with Eagle AXS™. SRAM AXS™drivetrains will be
compatible with almost all recent and current standards. Eagle
AXS™requires an XD™driver body for cassette installation,
just like the majority of our current 1x drivetrains. Eagle AXS™
cranksets use SRAM DUB™bottom brackets, compatible with
almost all current BB standards.
How does SRAM Eagle AXS™connect and integrate with other
wireless components that SRAM makes?
All AXS™components can connect to one another using our
proprietary encrypted wireless network. The AXS™app is used for
personalization of the component controls and to serve as a single
access point for all SRAM AXS™connected products. Additional
connectivity included with AXS™is ANT+ and Bluetooth.
Does SRAM Eagle AXS™have smartphone connectivity?
AXS™components have Bluetooth connectivity through the SRAM
AXS™app. If there is a firmware update, it can be handled through
the app. There is no dongle.
Can I assign different functions to the buttons (e.g. move the
derailleur outboard with a left shifter click)?
Controller touchpoints are totally customizable to your preferences,
allowing you to choose which paddle does what through the AXS™
app. Choose from three functions: Inboard shift. Outboard shift.
Dropper. Yes, use one of the touchpoints to control your electronic
Reverb AXS™dropper seatpost.
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How do I know if my battery is low? What are the charge
levels and how many hours of riding can I expect to get on a
full charge?
Checking battery life is easy: press the button on the Shifter.
Green light means it’s at or close to full charge. Red light means
it’s at or close to half charge. And flashing red means charge
it up. The battery will last approximately 20 hours or more of
riding time. To prolong battery life, the system goes to power
save mode when the bike is stationary.
Can I change shifting modes or settings without using the app?
All that’s needed to get riding is to mount the Eagle AXS™
drivetrain, pair it and get out there. The AXS™app is only
needed for further personalization or to gain access to the
data the system has accumulated. The AXS™app is the built-in
componentry software that makes it possible to both program
and personalize Eagle AXS™to your specifications. Letting
you adjust and personalize controller assignments for shift
commands and your electronically activated Reverb AXS™
dropper post right from your mobile – to make it exactly how
you want it.
How does SRAM Eagle AXS™connect and integrate with other
wireless components that SRAM makes?
All AXS™components can connect to one another using our
proprietary encrypted wireless network. The AXS™app is used for
personalization of the component controls and to serve as a single
access point for all SRAM AXS™connected products.
What prevents an AXS™groupset on one bike from wirelessly
interacting or interfering with an AXS™groupset on another bike?
SRAM AXS™uses a fully encrypted, secure and proprietary SRAM
wireless protocol that has been proven in the real world in our road
drivetrain applications and more recently on the World Cup circuit.
Do I need to do anything different when washing a bike with
AXS™components?
While AXS™components can withstand pressure washing and
submersion, each component should be treated the same way
you would treat ball bearing equipped components such as a hub,
headset or bottom bracket. That is, avoid blasting water directly
at the seals between the derailleur and battery, derailleur pivot
points, or at junction points between component subassemblies.
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Is SRAM AXS™Waterproof?
The Eagle AXS™system is completely water and dust proof
to the IP69K international standard. Initially developed
for construction vehicles and food sanitization, the IP69K
standard validates systems that require regular pressurized
cleaning. For a mountain biker, it means no hesitation to head
out when the weather looks less than ideal.
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What type of batteries do the new Eagle AXS™
controller require?
One CR2032 watch battery - commonly found at retail
outlets. The power save mode in the controller wakes
up after a single touch to save battery when not in use.
The lifespan of this battery is significant - 2 years or
more is common.
How many hours of riding can I get from a fully
charged AXS™derailleur battery?
Approximately 20 hours of ride time or more. The
battery weighs 25g and is detachable with a single clip.
It’s also “hot swappable” if needed – from Eagle AXS™
derailleur to your RockShox Reverb AXS™seatpost or
even your SRAM RED®or Force eTap AXS™road group.
And it only takes an hour to charge.
Are there any auxiliary buttons on the controller with
unassigned functions that can be used to control other
wireless components or perform special functions?
The pairing button located on the bottom of the controller
handles two tasks. One, it pairs with the derailleur and you
can reference the pairing instructions/video for more. Two,
the function of the pairing button is to trim the rear derailleur
(taking the place of the barrel adjuster) see the adjust/trim
instructional video for more.
Are SRAM RED eTap AXS™shift levers compatible with Eagle
AXS™rear derailleurs?
Yes. All AXS™components can connect to one another. You can
use SRAM RED eTap AXS™shift levers to build a drop bar bike
with an Eagle AXS™drivetrain. The Eagle AXS™drivetrain is also
compatible with the road Blip Box and control buttons.
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What is the Q factor on Eagle AXS™cranks and is it
different to current Eagle?
The Q factor for Eagle AXS™cranks is the same as
the current Q factor for our DUB™cranksets. Different
chainlines are available for compatibility specifications.
Is there an Eagle AXS™power meter crank?
No.
Has chainline changed with Eagle AXS™and what
chainlines are available?
The available chainlines for Eagle AXS™are 49.0mm,
52.0mm, 56.5mm
What bottom bracket interface standards are the new Eagle
AXS™cranksets designed to work with?
Eagle AXS™cranksets use DUB™technology. The available BB’s
to suit frame specifications are:
DUB BSA73 SB+
DUB PF92 SB+
DUB BSA73
DUB PF89.5
DUB PF92
DUB PF30 MTB73
DUB BB30 MTB73
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