Shimano Deore XT HB-M8110 Front Hub
The HB-M8110 front hub is positioned as a best-in-class mountain front hub for center lock disc wheels that uses Shimano’s proven cup-and-cone bearing architecture for easy service and long life. It prioritizes stiffness and flange geometry suited to aggressive trail riding, offering greater durability and finer bearing preload adjustment than the more budget-oriented SLX hubs and a wider, more robust interface than the road-focused 105 option. While it carries a higher street price than SLX, its technical refinements translate into lower long-term maintenance cost and better performance under heavy loads.
Lightweight durability
Smooth cup-and-cone
Lightweight durability
Smooth cup-and-cone
Review Summary
"Users praise the Deore XT HB-M8110 front hub for its durability, smooth bearings and serviceable cup-and-cone design; many note it feels robust and long-lasting though heavier than high-end race hubs. Overall owners report reliable performance in varied trail conditions with minimal maintenance needs."
Center-lock zippiness
Center Lock interface for fast, secure rotor installation.
Center-lock zippiness
Center Lock interface for fast, secure rotor installation.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
The HB-M8110 front hub is positioned as a best-in-class mountain front hub for center lock disc wheels that uses Shimano’s proven cup-and-cone bearing architecture for easy service and long life. It prioritizes stiffness and flange geometry suited to aggressive trail riding, offering greater durability and finer bearing preload adjustment than the more budget-oriented SLX hubs and a wider, more robust interface than the road-focused 105 option. While it carries a higher street price than SLX, its technical refinements translate into lower long-term maintenance cost and better performance under heavy loads.
Lightweight durability
Smooth cup-and-cone
Center-lock zippiness
Center Lock interface for fast, secure rotor installation.
Cup-and-cone bearing design with adjustable preload for long-lasting service.
Lightweight durability
Smooth cup-and-cone
Center-lock zippiness
Center Lock interface for fast, secure rotor installation.
Cup-and-cone bearing design with adjustable preload for long-lasting service.
$120-180 USD
Shimano Deore XT FH-M8110 Rear Hub
The FH-M8110 rear hub represents the market-leading rear option in this list for mountain bikes, featuring center lock disc compatibility and cup-and-cone bearings tuned for longevity and serviceability. It is engineered for durable engagement and axle stiffness that outperforms the SLX rear in demanding off-road use and offers a more robust platform than the road-oriented 105 hub, albeit at a premium price point. For riders prioritizing heavy-duty trail reliability and easy field-servicing, the M8110 rear hub delivers technical and lifecycle cost advantages over the lower-cost SLX variants.
Fast engagement
Sealed longevity
Fast engagement
Sealed longevity
Review Summary
"The Deore XT FH-M8110 rear hub is widely regarded as a strong, dependable hub with crisp engagement and long-lived bearings; a minority of riders report occasional creaks after heavy use but repairs are straightforward. Most buyers rate it highly for durability and trail performance, especially given its serviceability."
Rear-wheel rocket
Center Lock rotor mount for reliable disc alignment.
Rear-wheel rocket
Center Lock rotor mount for reliable disc alignment.
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
The FH-M8110 rear hub represents the market-leading rear option in this list for mountain bikes, featuring center lock disc compatibility and cup-and-cone bearings tuned for longevity and serviceability. It is engineered for durable engagement and axle stiffness that outperforms the SLX rear in demanding off-road use and offers a more robust platform than the road-oriented 105 hub, albeit at a premium price point. For riders prioritizing heavy-duty trail reliability and easy field-servicing, the M8110 rear hub delivers technical and lifecycle cost advantages over the lower-cost SLX variants.
Fast engagement
Sealed longevity
Rear-wheel rocket
Center Lock rotor mount for reliable disc alignment.
Serviceable cup-and-cone bearings that allow easy adjustment and long life.
Fast engagement
Sealed longevity
Rear-wheel rocket
Center Lock rotor mount for reliable disc alignment.
Serviceable cup-and-cone bearings that allow easy adjustment and long life.
$220-320 USD
Shimano SLX HB-M7110 Front Hub
The HB-M7110 front hub is the best-in-class value pick for center lock mountain hubs with cup-and-cone bearings, delivering most of the serviceability and reliability of XT hardware at a noticeably lower price. It sacrifices some of the ultra-refined stiffness and marginal weight savings of the XT M8110 in exchange for a more accessible cost, making it an attractive choice for riders who want Shimano durability without the premium. Compared with the road-focused 105 hub, SLX’s geometry and spacing are better suited to off-road builds and wider tires.
Sturdy build
Smooth bearings
Sturdy build
Smooth bearings
Review Summary
"Shimano SLX HB-M7110 front hub is considered an excellent value, offering smooth operation and easy cup-and-cone servicing; reviewers say it is slightly less refined than XT but very reliable for the price. Riders appreciate its robustness for all-mountain use and straightforward maintenance."
Budget trail-charmer
Center Lock ready for quick rotor fitting during builds and maintenance.
Budget trail-charmer
Center Lock ready for quick rotor fitting during builds and maintenance.
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
The HB-M7110 front hub is the best-in-class value pick for center lock mountain hubs with cup-and-cone bearings, delivering most of the serviceability and reliability of XT hardware at a noticeably lower price. It sacrifices some of the ultra-refined stiffness and marginal weight savings of the XT M8110 in exchange for a more accessible cost, making it an attractive choice for riders who want Shimano durability without the premium. Compared with the road-focused 105 hub, SLX’s geometry and spacing are better suited to off-road builds and wider tires.
Sturdy build
Smooth bearings
Budget trail-charmer
Center Lock ready for quick rotor fitting during builds and maintenance.
Cup-and-cone bearings designed for easy periodic adjustment and longevity.
Sturdy build
Smooth bearings
Budget trail-charmer
Center Lock ready for quick rotor fitting during builds and maintenance.
Cup-and-cone bearings designed for easy periodic adjustment and longevity.
$80-130 USD
Shimano SLX FH-M7110 Rear Hub
The FH-M7110 rear hub is the value-oriented market leader in the budget-to-midrange trail segment, offering center lock compatibility and cup-and-cone bearings that are simple to service and economical to maintain. It delivers solid performance and compatibility for most riders, undercutting the XT M8110 on price while retaining a similar modular design—trading a bit of refinement and marginal stiffness for cost-effectiveness. Against the 105 road hub, the SLX rear is built for wider axle standards and harsher off-road impacts rather than road-speed optimization.
Robust freehub
Low-maintenance
Robust freehub
Low-maintenance
Review Summary
"The SLX FH-M7110 rear hub receives praise for solid construction, dependable engagement and affordability, though some users note it is heavier and not as quick-engaging as higher-tier models. Overall it is seen as a hard-wearing, serviceable hub that delivers good performance for most riders."
Garage’s bestie
Center Lock interface combined with a sturdy hub shell for consistent braking performance.
Garage’s bestie
Center Lock interface combined with a sturdy hub shell for consistent braking performance.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
Time-Saving Convenience
The FH-M7110 rear hub is the value-oriented market leader in the budget-to-midrange trail segment, offering center lock compatibility and cup-and-cone bearings that are simple to service and economical to maintain. It delivers solid performance and compatibility for most riders, undercutting the XT M8110 on price while retaining a similar modular design—trading a bit of refinement and marginal stiffness for cost-effectiveness. Against the 105 road hub, the SLX rear is built for wider axle standards and harsher off-road impacts rather than road-speed optimization.
Robust freehub
Low-maintenance
Garage’s bestie
Center Lock interface combined with a sturdy hub shell for consistent braking performance.
Serviceable cup-and-cone bearing system that can be maintained without special tools.
Robust freehub
Low-maintenance
Garage’s bestie
Center Lock interface combined with a sturdy hub shell for consistent braking performance.
Serviceable cup-and-cone bearing system that can be maintained without special tools.
$140-210 USD
Shimano 105 HB-R7070 Front Hub
The HB-R7070 front hub brings Shimano’s mid-range road performance to center lock disc setups using a cup-and-cone bearing system tuned for low rolling resistance and predictable feel on pavement. It occupies a different niche than the mountain-focused XT and SLX hubs: optimized for narrow road axle standards, lighter wheel builds and straight-line efficiency rather than off-road stiffness or heavy-duty durability. Financially it sits below premium road models while offering better road-specific performance than the mountain hubs when used in road disc wheelsets.
Road-tuned roll
Center-lock ease
Road-tuned roll
Center-lock ease
Review Summary
"Shimano 105 HB-R7070 front hub is described as a dependable, well-built road disc hub with reliable cup-and-cone bearings and good value for everyday riding; some riders note it isn't as low-friction or light as Ultegra/ Dura-Ace equivalents. It is commonly recommended for commuters and enthusiasts seeking durability over elite performance."
Commuter-approved smile
Center Lock disc rotor compatibility tailored for road disc wheel builds.
Commuter-approved smile
Center Lock disc rotor compatibility tailored for road disc wheel builds.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Recreational Enjoyment
The HB-R7070 front hub brings Shimano’s mid-range road performance to center lock disc setups using a cup-and-cone bearing system tuned for low rolling resistance and predictable feel on pavement. It occupies a different niche than the mountain-focused XT and SLX hubs: optimized for narrow road axle standards, lighter wheel builds and straight-line efficiency rather than off-road stiffness or heavy-duty durability. Financially it sits below premium road models while offering better road-specific performance than the mountain hubs when used in road disc wheelsets.
Road-tuned roll
Center-lock ease
Commuter-approved smile
Center Lock disc rotor compatibility tailored for road disc wheel builds.
Traditional cup-and-cone bearings allowing adjustable preload and long-term serviceability.
Road-tuned roll
Center-lock ease
Commuter-approved smile
Center Lock disc rotor compatibility tailored for road disc wheel builds.
Traditional cup-and-cone bearings allowing adjustable preload and long-term serviceability.
$60-100 USD