Shimano Ultegra Di2 12 Speed Upgrade Project: Installation // Part II

Installing the Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8170 12 speed groupset on my Giant TCR Advanced Pro Disc (2019). This video covers everything from the removal of the R8000 groupset, preparation of the hydraulic hoses, installation and brake bleed, cabling, testing, bottom bracket installation, crank install (R9200-P!), chain preparation and immersive waxing... and much more! 🚲🔧👌🏼

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Video Index:
0:00 Intro
0:39 Di2 11spd Groupset Removal
1:45 Coming Up....
2:37 Hydraulic Brake Setup
6:10 Di2 Internal Battery Swap
6:33 New Di2 Cabling (FD/RD/Battery)
7:31 Front & Rear Derailleur Install
7:59 System Test! (It works!)
8:09 Bottom Bracket Install
8:25 Shimano R9200-P Power Meter Install
9:16 Disc Rotors
9:34 12spd HG+ Cassette Install HG Freehub
9:52 New Chain Pre-Wax Preparation
11:07 Chain Wax (Silca Hot Melt)
12:32 Chain Sizing and Install
13:15 RD Limit Screws & B-Tension Setting
13:55 Final Tuning / Bolt Torquing
14:10 Calliper Alignment
14:20 Wrap-Up

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Music Credits:
Track 1: Once by Silent Partner
Track 2: Propeller by Silent Partner
Track 3: Cut It by Silent Partner
Track 4: Eviction by Silent Partner
Track 5: Lucky Shot by ALBIS

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[mrwezbo]

Trick for viewers for hydro hoses without dropping $$$ on parktool stuff: leave existing hoses in, routed, not screwed it to callipers. Thread an old shift cable through the house until it's out both ends. Pull the hydro hose out over the shift cable. The shift cable will be left routed. Route the new hose in over the shift cable until it's through where you need it, pull the shift cable out, hose is now routed. Works a treat.

[timothygostony]

Wonderful video. Love your narration, pacing and edits. Informative without being too dry, fun without being over the top. Will be following for sure!

[patrickprouty]

Great job. I just did this few days ago. My first di2 install. The new Ultegra shifters and derailleurs calipers and 165 mm crank set. Dura ace rotors cassette and chain. Not bad. I opted to run battery cables to the shifter to increase shifter battery life. Supposed to double it.

[DaveCM]

Nice to know I'm not the only one who put deep wheels on a climbing frame. LOL! I was buying new wheels and for some reason went with the 60s rather than the 40s for my SuperSix. I got them and thought, "what have I done?" But, I actually like them. I've even done a lot of climbing and honestly haven't noticed a difference over the very shallow climbing wheels that came on it when doing a lot of climbing.

[jcsrst]

Love waxing the chain! Started doing it a year ago and haven't looked back. 5K on it with almost no wear😊 I just put DI2 on my Trek, love the new system, now it's easier to use the app without the additional dongle. I bought Ultegra and am very pleased with the ease of installation and performance.

[cjordanva]

Really needed a good visual for this, thanks!

[marcus_velo_]

mate what a farkin weapon, I hope people appreciate how much work you've put into making this video - top notch! its the hell ride special.

[DanTuber]

Run the chain on a round pole/handle to fully loosen up the links before putting it on the bike. You also don't need to leave it in the pot while the wax cools off.

[jarrahfitzgerald]

Should there be any front/back play in the front cage? I can wiggle mine with my fingers after shop set it up and not sure its supposed to be that loose.

[davidpancerz]

I'm a SRAM guy and totally enjoy these Shimano install videos. Always appreciate how clean and well assembled your bikes are Shane.

[JustinDoesTriathlon]

Heyo Shane: Friendly little FYI re: 4:14 :When using a crowsfoot and a torque wrench, the crowsfoot has to be at 90degrees for the torque to be accurate.

[paulpenfold]

I used this method for waxing my chain, but rather than use a slow-cooker like you have, I used a stainless steel pan and a melted down scented candle my mum got given to her for Christmas.

[richardhaselwood]

I'll be honest Lama, I'm most impressed you were able to get your hands one the pure unobtanium that is Ultegra 12 speed....

[johnnegrine]

Shane an excellent video, inspirational, your enthusiasm is infectious - I even tried the chain wax thing! Well done!

[Bearded.Wonder]

Enjoyed this high-speed, narrated, rock-n-roll format! Looking forward to hearing your thoughts on the upgrades overall.

[BetterShifting]

That's a very recent screenshot of the site - I only published that "Install battery/junction in aero bars" page yesterday evening! 🥳

[bradallen]

Brilliant as usual Shane. So easy to follow and pumped that you are hot waxing now (no more dirty chains)

[billmartin]

I was a Di2 early adopter all those years ago. I've been riding it for a lot of years. But I have to confess that I don't see the semi-wireless Di2 as an upgrade. The shifting with fully wired 11-speed is more immediate and is always there. I despise that semi-wired is asleep sometimes when I want it to be awake. I understand why it happens . . . but I like fully wired better.

[ryubatsoy]

This 2 part video saved me a lot of stress and anxiety lol. I just got my di2 groupset today and I thought I am missing some parts. These videos provided me everything I needed to know, Thanks a lot mate!

[myminx]

Nice to see it’s not just me that over pressures the syringe when bleeding brakes . Great vid !!