Budget Shimano 1x11 Drivetrain Upgrade - 2022 Trek Marlin 5 MTB

This is my stock 2022 Trek Marlin 5 MTB, purchased it new late 2021 to hit some of my local trails. Although in it's stock form it proved capable for what I use it for, I purchased some upgrade bits to improve and personalise it. Other than some upgraded aesthetic bits like pedals and grips, I really wanted a 1x drive train. So I opted for a 1x11 Shimano drivetrain - after some research I selected a medley of components in hopes to compliment each other and work in unison. The parts used to make it all come together are: Rear derailleur: Shimano SLX RD-M7000 Shadow+ Medium Cage https://ebay.us/J1HL73 11sp Cassette: Shimano SLX CS-M7000 11-46T 11-Speed Cassette https://ebay.us/JQLYdg Shifter: Shimano XT SL-M8000 Right Shift Lever 11sp https://ebay.us/YC09h6 Crankset (Use the arms and bolts only, rings not needed) Shimano FC-M361 175mm 48/38/28T Front Crankset https://ebay.us/WF4Guz Chainring: Race Face Narrow Wide 104BCD Chainring Orange https://ebay.us/C2FVHs Shimano 11 Speed chain https://ebay.us/lhZYna #shimano #mtb #trek Disclaimer: I will do my best to perform any tasks safely and legally. I do not claim to be a professional but I do my research before undertaking these tasks. Replicating anything shown in my videos are solely at your own risk. Any opinions expressed are mine only. This video is NOT sponsored by any of the products shown in this video. Any links provided are affiliate links, they do not cost you anything however I make a small percentage of the sale if you use my link, thankyou for supporting the channel!