Dérailleur avant Shimano Deore XT FD-M738

Shimano Deore XT FD-M738 front derailleur – triple chainring MTB 8/9-speed

The Shimano Deore XT FD-M738 front derailleur is a legendary component for mountain bike riders looking for a reliable, precise, and durable drivetrain solution. Designed for 8 to 9-speed MTB drivetrains, this Shimano Deore XT front derailleur delivers smooth and efficient front shifting, even in demanding off-road conditions.

Compatible with triple chainring cranksets, the Shimano Deore XT FD-M738 is ideal for restoring a vintage mountain bike, maintaining a classic MTB setup, or upgrading an older Shimano drivetrain with a proven high-quality component.

A Shimano Deore XT front derailleur built for mountain biking

The Shimano Deore XT FD-M738 belongs to the renowned Deore XT range, famous in the MTB world for its durability, precision, and performance. Engineered for mountain biking, this front derailleur provides fast and accurate shifting across rough trails, forest tracks, and technical terrain.

Its robust construction allows the Shimano Deore XT FD-M738 front derailleur to withstand mud, dust, vibrations, and intensive MTB use.

Shimano Deore XT FD-M738 technical specifications

• Model: Shimano Deore XT FD-M738

• Use: Mountain Bike / MTB

• Compatible drivetrain: 8-speed and 9-speed

• Configuration: Triple chainring

• Cable pull: Bottom pull

• Mount type: Top clamp

• Clamp diameter: 34.9 mm

• Condition: New without packaging

Compatible with 8 and 9-speed MTB drivetrains

The Shimano Deore XT FD-M738 front derailleur is compatible with many Shimano mountain bike drivetrains using triple chainrings. It works perfectly with Shimano Deore, LX, XT, and XTR groupsets in 8 or 9 speeds.

This makes it an excellent choice for:

• vintage MTB restoration,

• mountain bike maintenance,

• replacing a worn front derailleur,

• building a reliable and affordable off-road bike.

Top clamp 34.9 mm mounting

The 34.9 mm top clamp design provides excellent rigidity and easy installation on many mountain bike frames. This standard is commonly found on aluminum and steel MTB frames intended for cross-country, trekking, and recreational mountain biking.

The Shimano Deore XT FD-M738 ensures secure mounting and precise adjustments for consistent shifting performance.

Bottom pull cable routing

Featuring bottom pull cable routing, this Shimano Deore XT FD-M738 front derailleur is designed for MTB frames with lower cable routing. This setup provides smooth and responsive shifting, especially appreciated in off-road riding conditions.

Why choose the Shimano Deore XT FD-M738 front derailleur ?

Choosing the Shimano Deore XT FD-M738 means benefiting from:

• reliable MTB drivetrain performance,

• precise front shifting,

• 8/9-speed compatibility,

• excellent durability,

• an authentic Shimano component highly sought after for vintage MTB builds.

This model remains extremely popular among old-school mountain bike enthusiasts and riders looking to preserve the quality and authenticity of classic Shimano Deore XT drivetrains.

New Shimano front derailleur without packaging

This Shimano Deore XT FD-M738 front derailleur is offered new without retail packaging. The component has never been installed or used, making it a great opportunity to equip your mountain bike with a genuine Shimano part at an attractive price.

Perfect for MTB restoration projects, drivetrain replacements, or building a reliable and durable mountain bike setup.