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11 Speed Chains
Price range: $169.99 through $199.00
This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
New
11 Speed Chains
$289.99
This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
New
11 Speed Chains
Price range: $59.99 through $84.99
This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Shop 11 speed bike chains from KMC, SunRace and VG Sports, from great-value replacements to super light, coated and race-ready upgrades for road, gravel and mountain bikes.
At a glance
- For 11 speed drivetrains
- KMC, SunRace and VG Sports
- 116, 118 and 138 link options
- Coated and pre-waxed options
How to Choose an 11 Speed Chain
An 11 speed chain is narrower than a 9 or 10 speed chain, so it has to match your drivetrain. Any 11 speed chain here suits 11 speed Shimano and SRAM road and mountain bike cassettes, and most also suit Campagnolo. The difference between them comes down to weight, finish, wear life and price.
Everyday Replacement or Upgrade?
For commuting and training, the VG Sports 11 Speed and KMC X11 are reliable, well-priced replacements. Step up to the KMC X11EL for a lighter, full silver chain, or the KMC X11SL with hollow plates and pins at just 243 grams. The KMC X11TT is built for time trial and triathlon, where KMC's testing shows a 4% gain in drivetrain efficiency.
Coated and Pre-Waxed Chains
Coatings such as Titanium Nitride on the X11SL Gold and the Diamond Like Coating on the KMC DLC11 make the plates harder, so the chain resists wear for longer. The KMC X11EL Pre-Waxed arrives treated with KMC GO wax, so it runs clean and picks up less grit from day one.
Chain Length
Most 11 speed chains come with 116 or 118 links, which covers the majority of road and mountain bikes. For e-bikes, cargo bikes and long frames, the SunRace 11 Speed 138 link chain gives you extra length. Shorten any chain to fit with a chain tool.
When to Replace Your Chain
Chains stretch as they wear, and a stretched chain wears out your cassette and chainrings. Check your chain regularly with a chain checker. On 11 speed chains, replace at or just before 0.5% wear. It is far cheaper to replace a chain on time than a whole drivetrain.
11 Speed Chain FAQs
Will an 11 speed chain work on a 10 or 12 speed bike?
No. Each speed uses a different chain width, so always match the chain to the number of sprockets on your cassette.
Do I need a special connecting link?
Use an 11 speed connecting link or the joining pin supplied with your chain. Some chains include a KMC MissingLink.
How many links do I need?
Count the links on your old chain, or size the new chain on the bike. Most 11 speed bikes use 116 links or fewer.
Are coated chains worth it?
If you cycle a lot, yes. Harder coatings slow wear, so the chain and your cassette last longer.
How often should I replace my 11 speed chain?
It depends on conditions and maintenance, so check it with a chain checker every few hundred kilometres rather than going by distance alone.
11 Speed Chain Brands We Stock
We stock 11 speed chains from KMC, SunRace and VG Sports, plus Positz 11 speed quick links to join them. To fit, measure and check your chain, see our chain tools, and keep it running smoothly with our chain lubricants.