Shimano Altus

Shimano Altus is Shimano's entry-level mountain bike groupset, designed to provide reliable, functional gearing for budget MTB builds, children's bikes, and everyday riders who want dependable Shimano quality at an accessible price point. Sitting above Tourney in the MTB hierarchy, Altus components offer a step up in shifting performance and component refinement for 7 and 8-speed drivetrains on recreational trail bikes, hybrid bikes, and commuters. At Swinnerton Cycles, we stock Shimano Altus front derailleurs, cranksets, and drivetrain components for budget MTB builds and entry-level drivetrain upgrades.

The Altus range covers front derailleurs, square taper cranksets, and drivetrain components for 7 and 8-speed setups, with both standard and chain guard chainset options to suit different riding styles and terrain.

Why Choose Shimano Altus?

• Shimano's entry-level MTB groupset offering reliable quality above the Tourney range
• 7 and 8-speed drivetrain compatibility for budget MTB, hybrid, and commuter builds
• Square taper crankset options with and without chain guard for different riding applications
• Dual-pull front derailleur compatible with a wide range of frame and cable routing setups
• Dependable Shimano engineering at an accessible price point for everyday cyclists
• Suitable for recreational trail riding, commuting, and entry-level MTB applications

Top Selling Shimano Altus Products

• Shimano Altus FD-M310 8-Speed Front Derailleur — a dual-pull 8-speed front derailleur for Altus MTB drivetrains on trail and hybrid bikes
• Shimano Altus FC-M311 Square Taper Chainset — a square taper crankset for 7/8-speed Altus MTB drivetrains
• Shimano Altus FC-M311 Square Taper Chainset with Chain Guard — a square taper crankset with chain guard for 7/8-speed Altus builds on trail and commuter bikes