The CN-M8100 chain is specially designed for the M8100 chainrings and cassettes. Thanks to cut-outs on the inside of the plates, the chain harmonizes perfectly with the Dynamic Chain Engagement+ (DCE+) Narrow-Wide tooth profiles of the new Deore XT chainrings. The design results in a tighter fit of the chain on the teeth. Vibrations are avoided and the smoother chain run is not only noticeable when pedaling, but also manifests itself acoustically through a quieter drivetrain. Thanks to a new chromed surface in combination with the proven SIL-TEC coating, the service life of the chain has been kept at the same level as the M8000 chain, despite the smaller outer width.
The Shimano CN-M8100 chain offers better chain retention thanks to enlarged inner plates. The new chain has a Quick-Link chain lock and a Sil-Tec coating for a longer service life in off-road conditions.
Developed for our 12-speed shifting systems
Comes with the user-friendly QUICKLINK (SM-CN910-12)
Matching: QUICKLINK pliers for attaching and removing (TL-CN10)
- Larger inner plates improve chain guidance and retention
- Quick-Link chain lock is not reusable
- proprietary design ensures smooth shifting and low wear
- directional 12-speed chain
- HG: Hyperglide+ chain redesigned from the ground up with extended link plates that engage seamlessly with the newly shaped chainring teeth; results in highly efficient drivetrain performance, reduces vibrations, improves chain retention, increases chain retention during aggressive off-road riding
Scope of delivery:
1x chain including Quick Link chain lock
Area of application | MTB, Freeride, Road, Gravel |
Gears | 12 |
groupset | Deore XT |
Chain links | 126 |
Abbreviation | CN-M8100 |
Part no. | ICNM8100126Q |
Scope of delivery | Quick-Link |
Model year | 2020 |
Product type | Chain |
- Number of gears: 12
- Series: Deore XT
- Technology: Hyperglide
- Number of chain links: 126