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KMC X8 8-Speed X-Series High-Performance Bicycle Chain, Nickel Plate/Grey

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Color: Nickel Plate / Grey


Size: 116 Link


Features

  • SMOOTH, FAST, AND ACCURATE: With Double X Bridge construction, our chains increase shifitng precision and shifting speed and our High Pin Power Riveting solves chain stretch and gives you more miles.
  • INNER & OUTER CHAMFERING: Ramps specifically engineered to engage with your chain rings and cassettes quickly and provide smooth shifting.
  • HIGH-END COATINGS: X8 Chains are available in our non-toxic EcoProteq and our Hardy Nickel Plate options
  • HIGH PIN POWER RIVETING: Get more miles with our extra strength high-pin-power chains.
  • X-SERIES SPECIFICATIONS: Size: 1/2"x11/128" Length: 116 Link Weight: 286 grams.

Description

Single-use connecting link. Features: single-use connecting link, no tools needed. This product is manufactured in United States.

Load Capacity: 3E+2 lbf (1334 N) working load limit


Brand: KMC


Item Pitch: 0.5 inches


Material: Alloy Steel


Recommended Uses For Product: Road, MTB


Brand Name: KMC


UPC: 766759708566


Global Trade Identification Number: 66


Number of Items: 1


Item Highlight: Compatible with Shimano, SRAM, and Campagnolo 8-speed systems for MTB, road, gravel, and cyclocross riding


Unit Count: 1 Count


Included Components: Missingl link


Item Type Name: CHAIN BIKE


Item Weight: 0.27 kg


Manufacturer: KMC


Model: KMC027


Part Number: KMC027


Warranty Description: The product is replaced if broken or it is defective from factory


Pitch: 0.5 inches


Roller Diameter: 0.5 inches


Item Length: 40.64 inches


Load Capacity: 3E+2 lbf (1334 N) working load limit


Recommended Uses For Product: Road, MTB


Strand Type: Single


Specification Met: Corrosion Resistance, Tensile Strength


Material Type: Alloy Steel


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    • Solid chain
Color: Nickel Plate / Grey Size: 116 Link
It was time for a new chain on my road bike and I decided on this KMC X8 and it was a great choice. The chain is very smooth and quiet. Installation is a breeze with the included quick link (and a pair of chain pliers if you have them). The chain ships in a nice plastic container with factory grease for protection from rust. I would recommend cleaning the chain before installing and then lubricating with good chain oil because as the factory grease is good for keeping it protected while in storage, it's not good for your Chainrings. Overall this chain has added more life and response to my bike. Great value for the price for a solid chain upgrade. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2026 by Brothers
    • Good looking and good looking upgrade
Color: Nickel Plate / Grey Size: 116 Link
Perfect fit and a great upgrade to my electric bike. Easy to install, and the clips locked into place. And to top it off, it looks great and is of higher quality than the factory chain.
Reviewed in the United States on September 1, 2026 by CLCustoms
    • Just what I needed
Color: Nickel Plate / Grey Size: 116 Link
Great chain, love the X design, and it Shifts quick and quiet. One note for the seller, the ad says the included quick link is re-usable, but the note that came in the box says NOT re-usable, so which is it?
Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2026 by Steve Holt
    • Don't break the chain. Keep it lubed and clean.
Color: Nickel Plate / Grey Size: 116 Link
7-17-24 I recently installed the KMC X8 8-Speed Nickel Plate edition X-Series Bicycle Chain. It didn't solve my shifting issue - but I trust their quality, so it allowed me to eliminate a worn chain as a potential cause of my issue. As I have 5 bicycles, I need to buy a Chain Checker tool soon. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-21-25 I bought and installed a KMC X8 8-Speed Chain on a 2nd bike. To do that, I first made sure the old one was the right size, by following Park Tool's advice. Putting front and rear derailers in the biggest cogs, and looked at the back to make sure the chain angle wasn't too extreme at the jockey wheels, or too loose and hanging low. I then removed the old chain. - By looking for a removable link - none found, and I've never replaced this one before. So, slowly using a Chain Breaker Tool, (and reversing pin if it got too hard to turn, and straightened the chain), I put the chain in the tool, and removed a pin, to get the chain apart and off. I put on gloves and confirmed the new chain was rated for my bike speed (8X), opened the box, taking it out and laying it down beside the old one, to compare lengths and decide on the right link to cut. I needed a chain a little longer than the original as it wasn't the best length. I cut the new one, and installed it. - I had a wire from a chain breaker, ready to hold the chain ends, while I put the Missing Link in. Then I used chain pliers to fully install the it. That took some time and I had to look at the KMC Installation Instructions to confirm I was trying to squeeze the chain apart to seat the Missing Link. I also looked at the Instructions as I had a question as to how many times a Missing Link can be used. It states a new one should always be used on a new chain. And, that they can be taken apart and assembled together up to 3 times. Once installed, I then shifted through the gears to make sure the derailleurs didn't need adjustment. I kept the old chain (it was still good) and the new links I had removed, in the new chain's box. - It may help me temporarily fix a chain on the side of the road, should it break. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2024 by Don Fisher
    • Great chain, great price.
Color: Nickel Plate / Grey Size: 116 Link
KMC chains are always good quality and almost indestructible if you keep them lubed.
Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2026 by Christine Burnham
    • Great chain
Color: Nickel Plate / Grey Size: 116 Link
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Perfect for my ATB retro mod 1x conversion. KMC makes the best in the game. Don’t cheap out on your chain since it’s so important.
Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2026 by Monty
    • I like new chain
Color: Nickel Plate / Grey Size: 116 Link
Old chain all stretched, New Chain Good.
Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2026 by Charlie Brown
    • An upgrade I was not expecting!
Color: Nickel Plate / Grey Size: 116 Link
Really really REALLY pleased with this chain. I am a casual, but daily rider of older 3 series Treks (with the attendant low-mid level SRAM and Shimano gear sets), and I did not expect a chain to make this much of a difference. I was servicing and adjusting the derailleurs on both bikes and while the shifts were spot on technically, they still felt "crunchy". I did a bit of reading, and that led me to order one of these. OK, chain lives matter. World of difference. Quieter, smoother, more authoritative shifts. Immediately ordered another one for bike #2. Five minute install, quick links, pre-lubricated. So quiet! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2025 by Once Bitten

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