Best Mountain Bike Chains in 2026

1/2 x 11/128 inch with 116 links

Double x bridge shape for Super fast and smooth shifting

Half nickel plated and mushroomed riveting

Shimano's pro-level chain

SIL-TEC surface for extended chain life and added durability

Asymmetric plate design

SMOOTH, FAST, AND ACCURATE: With Double X Bridge construction, our chains increase shifitng precision and shifting speed.

INNER & OUTER CHAMFERING: Ramps specifically engineered to engage with your chain rings and cassettes quickly and provide smooth shifting.

HIGH PIN POWER RIVETING: Get more miles with our extra strength high-pin-power chains.

Size: each missing chain link size is 20 x 5.5 x 7 mm; The bike chain link is 20 mm in length, 5.5 mm in width and 7 mm in height; The missing link model: CL555

Compatible with: because 11 speed chain of bike width is 5.5 mm, so this missing link chain is compatible to all 11 speed chain

Durable material: the missing link is made of durable stainless steel material, suitable for a long-term use

Easy to install: chain joints for the magic buckle, easy to disassemble, easy to clean, reusable  

Strong Rally: Special forging steel, repeated forging, strict control of materials to ensure the strength

Smooth lubrication: surface polishing, internal oiling

Size (LWH): 6, 7, 8 speed missing link is 20 x 7.1 x 7 mm (link model: CL571R); 9 Speed missing link is 20 x 6.6 x 7 mm (link model: CL566R); 10 Speed missing link is 20 x 5.9 x 7 mm (link model: CL559R)

Compatibility: 6, 7, 8 speed missing link is compatible to all 7.1 mm wide 6, 7, 8 speed chain of bike; 9 Speed missing link fits for all 6.6 mm wide 9 speed chain of bike; 10 Speed missing link fits for all 5.9 mm wide 10 speed chain of bike

Durable and good quality material: the missing link is made of durable stainless steel material, they can use for a long time

High quality, low profile and lightweight mountain bike chain guide for enduro, trail riding and XC

Compatibility: Works with 26T to 36T single (1X) chainrings. Not compatible with oval chainrings

Mounting Standard: E-TYPE front derailleur mount (incompatible with YT Jeffsy)

Compatibility: Compatible with single-speed bike chains.Size-1/2 × 1/8 inches;total with 114 links;weighs 10.6 oz.

Durability: Made of forged steel material, high tensile strength; surface anti-rust and wear-resistant, long service life.

Easy to install: The 1-speed bicycle chain joints for the magic buckle, easy to remove or install the bike link, easy to clean and maintenance.

High Compatibility: Lightweight Half Hollow Chain for 6/7/8 Speed Bike Chain, 116 Links 1/2"x3/32"; Compatible with Racing, Road and Mountain Bikes.

Wear-resistant and durable: electroplating gold/electroplating silver, enhanced wear resistance, surface anti-rust treatment, long-lasting shiny.All parts are processed with special heat treatment to enhance rigidity and toughness.

Smooth shifting: The outer chamfer design avoids the interference between the teeth, the chain shifting runs more smoothly, the teeth run more stably, making the riding more enjoyable and easier.

Diamond Like Coating Technology

Great for Mountain or Road Bike Use

1/2" x 11/128" x 116L

Specifications: 116- links, 1/2"x3/32", suitable for 6/7/8/16/24 speed moutain bike and road bike

More Wear-resistant:50C high strength steel with high strength and 1800KG ultimate tension,Centerless grinding,chromizing technology,Wear resistance increase 30-50%,Half hollow slotted plates design,weight:10.19OZ

More-Smooth: Asymmetrical External Chamfer, Rigorous Calculation Of Asymmetrical External Chamfers, Special Arrangement, Avoid Interference Between The Chain and The Chainring, high inlay force, smooth shifting without noise

* Professional design-- Hollow-out design of the 7 Speed bike chain delivers super light weight, also easy to get the internal silt out while during working period, difficult to get stuck.

* High quality-- The 21 Speed bike chain is made of high-quality steel with a strong and reliable structure, durability for long term use.

* Exquisite workmanship-- The anti rust coating can increase the chain life and reduce rust affecting the running of your bike chain.

Size: each missing chain link size is 20 x 5.9 x 7 mm; The bike chain link is 20 mm in length, 5.9 mm in width and 7 mm in height;

Compatible with: because 10 speed chain of bike width is 5.9 mm, so this missing link chain is compatible to all 10 speed chain

Durable material: the missing link is made of durable stainless steel material, suitable for a long-term use

AUTHENTIC YBN CHAIN MADE IN TAIWAN, NOT CHINA.

FOR 6/7/8 OR 18/21/24 MULTI-SPEED BICYCLES.

SIZE: 1/2"X3/32". LENGTH: 116L

Specifications: 11 speed; 116 links; 8.4 ounces. Contains 1 chain and 1 pair of missing links. Compatible with Shimano, sram and other common transmission systems.

The inner and outer chain plates adopt ultra-thin, ultra-light, high-precision hollow and chamfering design, which is more comfortable in shifting and compatible with various shifting systems.

The pin is hollowed out and hardened to improve the wear resistance and the fitting force, so that the chain can withstand extremely high instant pedaling force when running at high speed.

Easy to install: chain joints for the magic buckle, easy to disassemble, easy to clean, reusable

Smooth lubrication: surface polishing, internal oiling

Strong Rally: Special forging steel, repeated forging, strict control of materials to ensure the strength

An ultra-lite 11-speed road mountain bike chain compatible with the most popular 11 speed road system. SwishTi 11s chains weights at 238g which is lighter than KMC X11SL 245g. It is almost the lightest 11 speed chains you can find now.

Features: -Quiet noiseless function -Snap link included. -Its lean construction reduces weight, improves shifting speed and smoothness, and reduces chains stuck -Includes Missing Link - Master Link -Extra stretch proof mushroomed pin - 11 Speed Compatible -Inner & Outer Plate Chamfering -Bushingless Construction -Hollow pins & plates makes the lightest chains in the world -PVD Coating

New PVD Coating Technology. Excellent metallic luster, well-mixed color. Low friction coefficient of coating, enhancing lubricity. Coating hardness increased. Stable and environmental friendly process. Super light chain, light-weight hollow plate/pin design. Forging hollow pin and wear-resisting surface treatment to increase chain durability.

❤【Specifications 】Suitable for 9 speed, 10 speed, 116 links, 1/2 x 11/128-inch, with 2 original quick link.

❤【Features 】Surface CP antirust treatment, salt cloud test over 9,Minimize noises for a more comfortable cycling feelings than KMC chains.

❤【Compatibility】 Compatible with Shimano, Sram, Campagnolo, KMC.Fit for road bike and MTB bike.

【Compatibility】- Compatible with 6/7/8 speed bike chain 1/2 x 3/32 Inch 116 Links, Compatible Shimano, SRAM variable-speed systems.

【High quality】- Surface polishing, internal oil injection, anti-corrosion, rust resistance, wear resistant,special forged steel, repeated forging, strict control of materials, to ensure strength

【Reinforced built-in shaft】- High rigid reinforced structure, compact, flexible, not stuck, able to withstand high pedal force

✅【The Chains Advantage】SUMC was founded by engineer who designed KMC Chain. The SUMC chain inherits the excellent design of the KMC chain and improves it. It was supplier of Shimano (HG chain Series). The SUMC chain performed well in the 2019 World Police Road Cycling Race

✅【One Chain for ALL】High compatibility for KMC/Shimano/Campagnolo/SRAM and other 6/7/8-speed drivetrain system.

✅【S Bridge Shape】Inheriting the advantages of KMC "Z" bridge, the shifting of "S" bridge is smoother.

✅【Specifications 】11 speed, 116 links, 1/2 x 11/128-inch,255 grams (Model: SX11EL-Rainbow)

✅【Color & Coating 】Rainbow & Titanium Nitride Coating. It's high hardness and corrosion resistance coating, better performance than Nickel Plated

✅【One Chain for ALL】High compatibility for KMC/Shimano/Campagnolo/SRAM and other 11-speed drivetrain system.

[DECENT DURABILITY] The Chain is Consisting of Roughly 650 Single Parts. It is Probably One of the Most Important and Crucial Parts of Your Bike, Any Small Failure Could Cause Severe Consequences. We Use Long-lasting Chromium Carbide Surface Hardened Treated Pin and Roller and Circle Riveting Process to Maximize the Pin Power, Makes the Chain Last at Least 100% Longer than Usual Chains.

[NICE AND QUIET SHIFTING] There are Over 800 Contact Points in a Chain, to Decrease the Friction, We Put Special Ni-PTFE Teflon Coating on Both Inner and Outer Plate (Not Including Grey Chain) and then Chamfer Them to Make Shifting Much Quieter and Smoother. The Chamfering on Inner Plate also Decrease the Possibility of Chain Drop When Back-Pedaling. You Will Find This Chain Shift Like a Dream and Stay Quiet Even When You Shift Up and Down.

[LIGHTWEIGHT AND GOOD-LOOKING] The Conventional Outer Plate Design is Heavy. We use Laser to Cut Away Part of Outer Plate or Pins. This Saves About 40 Grams Weight and Has No Sacrifice to Durability and Performance(Only for Hollowed Chains). The Gold Color is with Titanium Nitride Coating, Makes the Color Shiny and Hard to Fade Away, Makes Your Drivetrain Stay Stylish for a Long Time.

☆ FINE MANUFACTURING - it is made of rigid carbon steel, and the surface is fully plated with silver to make it anti-rust and anti-corrosion, and it is more durable and wear-resistant, and its service life is prolonged. Instead of the traditional natural color electroless ordinary chain, the shortcomings of easy rust and low tensile strength.

☆ CHAIN PARAMETERS - specification: 1 Speed 1/2 x 11/128 114 Link. Shaft length: 7.3mm, Weight: about 360 g. Suitable for most mountain bikes, road bikes, folding bikes, etc.

☆ EASY TO INSTALL - The chain link is a magic buckle, which is easy to disassemble and clean, and it is equipped with 3 additional magic buckles.

【Chain features】- This professional-tested speed bike chain complete with 1/2" x 3/32" size; 287g weight and 116 links. They are efficient, accurate matching and labor-saving

【High-quality Material】- POZDOZ bike chains are made of special forging steel which is repeated forged and strict controlled of materials to ensure the strength. High-cost performance, anti-corrosion, wear-resistant and durable. Extend the life of the chain and deliver smooth and quiet operation

【Half hollow slotted plates design】- Half hollow design of the bike chain improves the aesthetics while keep the strength of the chain and have variable speed fluency improvement. Also the hollow helps in the removal of muddy water in rainy day

✅Come greased, this well-made sprocket is made of heavy-duty alloy steel, very strong, reliable, and durable in use.

✅Also come with 2 master links, which can hold up well. These bike chain connectors can repeat to use, easy to assemble, and suitable for mountain bikes and road bikes.

✅1 chain breaker allows you to cut and install pins in 7, 8, 9, 10 and single-speed bicycle chains.

Model: KMC X8 Chain

Material: Alloy Steel, Color: Gold

Specificiation: 1/2"x 11/128", Link: 116 Links

✅【Specifications 】9 speed, 116 links, 1/2 x 11/128-inch (Model: SX9-Gold)

✅【Color & Coating 】Gold & Titanium Nitride Coating. It's high hardness and corrosion resistance coating, better performance than Nickel Plated

✅【Features & Improvements】Open inner and outer plate, x bridge shape for super fast and smooth shifting.Minimize noises for a more comfortable cycling feelings than KMC chains.

【ACCURATE MATCHING】— Our 6 /7/ 8/ 9 /10/ 11 /12 speed chain Designed for mountain bike and road bike Compatible with SHIMANO, CAMPAGNOLO, SRAM and all other brands of variable-speed systems,116Links, 1/2 x 3/32 Inch,Suitable for 6/7/8 speed.

【SMOOTH AND RELIABILITY】—An intelligent chamfer avoid interference between the chain and the chainring that effortlessly eases into each tooth,its metal coating sideplates provide faster and more accurate shifting plus excellent reliability,providing an easier, faster and more powerful ride.

【WEAR-RESISTANT AND DURABILITY】—To give durability a boost, the chain undergoes special heat treatment and metal coating for rigidity, flexibility, strength, and reduced wear and tear.

✅【Specifications 】12 speed, 126 links, 1/2 x 11/128-inch, 237 grams (Model: SX12SL-Black)

✅【Color & Coating 】Black & DLC Coating. It's Diamond Like Coating(DLC), extremely hard surface and therefore reduced friction, smooth running, optimum shifting behaviour. Better performance than Ti-N Coating and Nickel Plated

✅【One Chain for ALL】High compatibility for KMC/Shimano/Campagnolo/SRAM and other 12-speed drivetrain system.

KMC Chain 1/2 x3/32 116 Z50 7/Speed Chrome.