KMC X10 10-Speed Bicycle Chain, Silver/Black, 116 Links, Nickel Plated

Getting back into cycling and this chain was the perfect replacement. I only had to pop a few links out to match the old chain's length and it went on like a charm. It comes with the master links, fit on great and seems like it'll be durable for the long haul. I like that it was pre-waxed and felt ready to go from the box!

Works great! Be sure to have a fresh cassette if you change out your chain. Otherwise the chain will slip under load since the old cassette will be rounded out on the teeth. KMC 10-speed chains are reliable and trustworthy. Loving this titanium nitrate coating option for commuting. So far I think this is my 9th chain on 3 bikes that I alternate between. Always good to have a quick link in your bag just in case! Thanks KMC!

My original chain collected about 2500 miles and was showing some stretch. I heard that a stretched chain can wear out the gears and drive train quickly so having expensive SRAM Force components, I was looking to get a new chain that wasn't super expensive and would be very quiet, knowing that at the rate I collect miles, I would be tossing this chain in the trash before the season is over. This chain has been perfect for the money. My old chain had hollowed links that really didn't make the bike any faster but did a great job of trapping more sand and grit, which this chain doesn't do nearly as much due to not having all those extra spaces for all that bad road grime to get caught in and cling to. The chain is scary quiet after a fresh cleaning and lubing. It shifts well and has shown little wear in the 1500 miles I currently have on it. There is some stretch at this mileage and also due to my spirited riding style and climbing, but I anticipate a good 1000 more miles and that is enough to get me through the Fall before I put the bike away for the winter. I will definitely be re-ordering this chain when it's time to put a fresh chain on in the Spring and start up my riding season again. I'm convinced that all those hollowed links and pins aren't a gimmick, but they aren't where us everyday riders need to be spending the extra bucks on our bike maintenance. This is by far the most popular chain and having a master link that you can take apart 3 times or so to break the chain down and give it a thorough cleaning while also tuning and cleaning up the bike is a major plus that shimano and SRAM chains can't offer. UPDATE: I now have over about 2000 miles on this chain and it is performing flawlessly. I checked it for stretch and I wouldn't say there is none, but it isn't much for this mileage and my abusive on the chain riding style. I have maintained this chain the same way I did the more expensive and perforated link KMC chain and there is much more stretch and movement between the links. Not sure what different materials they used to make this less fancy chain, but it is definitely winning in the durability, quiet, and value categories. Thought about trying a fancy gold colored hollow pin and perforated link KMC chain for my next chain, but after seeing how little this one has worn I am going to stay with this one for sure!!!

It’s a great chain. Never had a break.

Smooth shifting and whisper quiet riding with a shimano 105 drivetrain. My only complaint is with the missing link system. The box indicates no tools are required and the instructions include steps for tool-free installation but I could not get the link to engage after trying for about 20 minutes (I've preciously used 9 speed KMC missing links and chains on other bikes and had no issues with tool-free installation). I ultimately needed a specialized tool. If you only ride enough to change your chain every few years and you already have a chain tool (which you would have needed to remove your old chain in the first place) then you would probably be better off with a Shimano chain and master pin system. If you go through a chain every few months like I do, then the tool becomes a good investment as this is an excellent chain.

I'm a year-round bike commuter in Wisconsin, so I put my chains through four very distinct seasons and all weather extremes. Knowing this, my LBS recommended this chain along with some other winterizing tricks when they built my commuter bike (such as rebuilding the hubs with lighter grease, spoke upgrades, and so-on). I've now been through a few of these chains and put 2,000-2,500 miles of frequent shifting and good cadence on each one before they stretched enough to run rough enough on the drivetrain to be worth replacing (chains are cheaper than good cranks and much easier to replace). I've put these chains through torrential rain, wind, dust, dry sand, wet salty sand, fresh road brine, rock salt, greasy conditions, mud, slush, ice rain, etc; they've seen air temps from 105°F to -20°F, and on a daily basis they get pushed hard up rolling hills on a heavily loaded bike. Never seen any rust and I haven't had one break on me. What more can I say? I do give my bike basic routine maintenance--don't need to be overly anal, but yes, you need to clean and lube your chain periodically. Once in a while I use a Chain Pig or similar with Clean Streak to clean, and I regularly use White Lightning Wet Ride for lube. I run these on a Shimano 50/34 compact road crankset and a Shimano 10-speed mountain cassette on an adult large frame. Don't need to add or subtract any links--116 is just right for this and shifting is excellent when everything is adjusted correctly. I don't give many 5-stars, but I think these chains have earned it. Only way I could be happier is if I could get Shimano's own XT or Ultegra-grade chain design with KMC's anti-corrosion technology.

I have settled on using KMC chains exclusively. While 10-cog chains have thinner side plates than older styles, this brand is quite durable. I got 3600 miles on the chain this one replaced. These chains shift smoothly throughout their life span. Indexed 10-cog clusters are finicky. The worn-out KMC still reliably settled into each gear as I grunted up hills. The new one, of course, is equally reliable. The master link makes removal easy. The trick is to flex the chain 90° at both ends of the master link. Squeeze diagonal corners with pliers, it pops right open. Installation is just as easy. The length happens to be perfect for my bicycle. After threading the chain through the derailleur, insert the master link and tug on the chain. It snaps locked. If the chain is too long, you will need a chain breaker tool.

Why did you pick this product vs others?: Best most durable bike chain out there. The X's on the side assist with the push over during shift, and the links are the best around for durability and can easily be separated and reconnected is needed. I exclusively use these chains on my mountain and road bikes. Durability: They last and last. Use a park tool chain checker to test stretch, replace at 1% stretch, and your cassette and chain rings will reward you with a nice, long happy life. Wipe down as needed, use a lube that goes with the environment that you ride (Wet, muddy, dusty, etc). Many different lubes out there, study and try to find what works for you.

Happy with product

es una de las mejores cadenas para bicicleta, los cambios son suaves y la cadena es muy duradera (vida) a comparación de otras marcas

Ein sehr gutes starkes Kette

Received a fake KMC chain confirmed by KMC customer support.

KMC always NOT a disappointment👌👌