The system is designed to deliver quick and smooth front shifting under high pedaling torque. On paper, Shimano's recently launched Ultegra R8000 drivetrain has all the functionality of the higher priced Dura Ace road group. But how does it actually perform in the real world? To find out we...

Employing the latest technologies from its Dura-Ace R9100 road components and through its proven system engineering approach, Shimano's just released Ultegra R8000 series is claimed to deliver refined rider ergonomics, increased shifting performance, and confident control in a variety of riding...