The Shimano ST-R9270 Bracket Cover Pair is a set of replacement rubber hoods for Shimano’s top-tier road hydraulic Di2 levers.
Shimano ST-R9270 Bracket Cover Pair (Dura-Ace R9200 Di2)
What it is
This is:
- a pair of lever hoods (left + right)
- designed for Shimano ST-R9270
- part of the Dura-Ace R9200 12-speed Di2 hydraulic road system
It is Shimano’s highest-end road brake/shift hood replacement part.
Key features
- OEM Shimano replacement rubber hoods
- Designed specifically for Dura-Ace Di2 hydraulic levers
- Soft-touch, high-grip rubber compound
- Ergonomic shape for long-distance road racing comfort
- Protects internal electronic/hydraulic lever mechanisms
- Supplied as a matched left + right pair
Shimano confirms compatibility specifically with ST-R9270 levers
Compatibility (important)
Fits only:
- ST-R9270 (Dura-Ace R9200 Di2 hydraulic)
Not compatible with:
- Ultegra ST-R8170
- 105 ST-R7170
- older 11-speed Di2 or mechanical STI levers
Even if they look similar, Shimano hoods are frame-specific to each lever generation.
When you replace them
Replace if:
- rubber is worn smooth or slippery
- tears or splits appear
- crash damage occurs
- hoods become loose or stretched
Ride feel
- restores factory grip texture
- improves comfort on long rides
- better control in wet conditions
- maintains precise ergonomic lever shape
Bottom line
The Shimano ST-R9270 bracket cover pair is a premium replacement hood set for Dura-Ace R9200 Di2 hydraulic road levers, designed to restore original grip, comfort, and protection at Shimano’s highest performance level.