Changing my bike components?

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I've got a Silverfox Slither, which is a mountain bike, and i want to change all of my components to Shimano XTR. i know it's going to be expensive, and i'm up for it. But the thing is, i've currently got a EZ-Rapidfire for my Shifters, and i don't think XTR's got that, also, if i do change my gear components, does that mean i have to change the front cranksets, cassettes etc. Also, should i buy the parts myself, and then take it to the bike shop, or should i just buy all the stuff form the bike shop? thanks
 
you only have to change certain parts. if you have a 9spd and buy 9 speed xtr shifters and a 9spd derailleur you don't need to change the cassette. however, if you are going with xtr, i'd recommend changing everything as it will be lighter which is the purpose of xtr. you should check with your bike shop to make sure they will install parts purchased elsewhere. if they do, check out www.qbike.com they don't sell the parts, just direct you to the stores with the lowest prices for each component.
 
From what I can tell, the Slither is about $375US. Have you any idea how much XTR costs? Just upgrading the drivetrain (cranks, bottom bracket, derailleurs, chain, shifters) would be well over $1000US, if it was even feasible to do so.

If and when you are ever looking to make such a component upgrade to any bike, you want to buy the items as a "kit" or "component group." For a comprehensive group that also includes brakes and wheels, you'd buy a "build kit." This is less costly than trying to buy the items individually, and it guarantees you're getting compatible components. If you know what you're doing, you can do the ugrade yourself. If you have any doubt about your abilities or you lack the proper tools, have a shop do it.
 
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