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KMC Bicycle Chain X11

Name: KMC Bicycle Chain X11
Brand: KMC
SKU: B547
Price: 153400 TZS
Availability: InStock

Chains & Pedals

KMC X11 11-speed chain, 243 g. Shimano, SRAM and Campagnolo, 1x11 through 3x11 - the closest thing to a universal 11-speed chain, which matters when spares are not on every corner. Supplied at 118 links and must be shortened to fit before use.

TZS130,000+ VAT

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Highlights

One chain for all

Nearly every 11-speed bike, covered by a single part.

One chain for all

Shimano, SRAM and Campagnolo 11-speed, in 1x, 2x and 3x - a single part that fits nearly everything.

Supplied at 118 links

Longer than any bike needs. Shorten it with a chain tool before fitting - this is the one step people skip.

243 g

Noticeably lighter than the wider chains, from narrower plates rather than exotic materials.

Double X-Bridge

Asymmetric chamfering inside and out, for shifting that holds up under load.

Product description

About this product

Kmc Bicycle Chain – in stock at 361 Degrees Adventure in Dar es Salaam.

KMC market the X11 with the line One Chain for All, and of all the X-Series chains it is the one that most earns it. Shimano, SRAM and Campagnolo 11-speed, in 1×11, 2×11 and 3×11 – a single chain covering nearly every 11-speed bike you are likely to meet.

That matters more in Tanzania than in a market with a bike shop on every corner. Being able to stock one chain that fits a road bike, a gravel bike and a mountain bike is the difference between a repair taking an afternoon and taking three weeks.

The construction is KMC’s best-known: Double X-Bridge with asymmetric chamfering on the plates, and High Pin Power riveting. At 243 g it is noticeably lighter than the wider chains, which is what happens when you narrow the plates to fit closer sprocket spacing.

One practical warning, and it is the most common complaint KMC receive on their own store: the X11 is supplied at 118 links, which is longer than almost any bike needs. It must be shortened to length with a chain tool before it is fitted. A chain run over-length shifts badly and can wrap the mech. If you are not confident sizing it, bring the bike and the old chain to us.

Buying a Kmc Bicycle Chain in Dar es Salaam

361 Degrees Adventure keeps the kmc bicycle chain at our showroom in Upanga, Dar es Salaam, with delivery countrywide across Tanzania. Come and handle it before you buy, or order online and collect.

Every kmc bicycle chain is checked in store before it leaves us, and our staff use the same kit in the field, so you get an honest answer on fit and sizing rather than a sales pitch.

Not sure which kmc bicycle chain suits you? Call or message the showroom and we will talk you through the options that are actually in stock in Tanzania.

Spare parts and replacements for the kmc bicycle chain are easier to get here than on an overseas order, which matters once the gear is in use.

Browse more Chains & Pedals in Tanzania, or see the full 361 Degrees range. For general background on cycling, see this overview on Wikipedia.

Specifications

The details

Brand	KMC
Model	X11
Speed	11-speed
Compatibility	Shimano, SRAM and Campagnolo 11-speed; 1x11, 2x11 and 3x11
Size	1/2 x 11/128 in pitch and roller width
Links as supplied	118 - must be shortened to fit
Weight	243 g (8.6 oz), KMC published figure
Construction	Double X-Bridge, asymmetric chamfering, High Pin Power riveting
Matching connector	KMC CL555 or CL555R
Finishes	Grey, nickel/black, Aurora, EcoProteQ (EPT)
SKU	B547

Questions

Good to know

Do I need to shorten the chain?

Almost certainly. Chains are supplied over-length so they fit the widest range of bikes, and yours must be sized to your drivetrain before fitting. You will need a chain tool. If you are not sure how many links to remove, bring the bike to us with the old chain and we will size it against it.

How do I know how many speeds my bike has?

Count the sprockets on the rear cassette. That number is the speed count - eight sprockets means an 8-speed chain. The number of chainrings at the front does not change it. If in doubt send us a photo of the cassette.

Is a quick link included?

KMC do not state on their own product pages that a connector is packed in the box, and they sell MissingLink connectors as separate items, so we do not claim one is included. Check the packet - and if it is not there, the matching KMC connector is CL555 for 11-speed and CL552 for 12-speed. Ask us and we will confirm before you ride.

Can I use it with Shimano, SRAM or Campagnolo?

KMC design the X-Series around all three of the major derailleur systems, so they cross over in a way that manufacturer-own chains often do not. The exceptions are specific and worth checking before buying - ask us if you run anything unusual.

How often should I replace a chain?

Measure it rather than guessing - a chain checker costs very little. Replace at around 0.5% stretch for a 11 or 12-speed drivetrain and 0.75% for wider chains. A worn chain left on will wear the cassette and chainrings to match it, turning a cheap replacement into an expensive one.

Will it last in Tanzanian conditions?

Chain life here is set by cleaning, not by brand. Fine dust bound into chain lube becomes an abrasive paste, and that paste is what wears the rollers and pins. Clean and re-lube regularly and a chain lasts as it should; neglect it and no chain will.

How do I know it is genuine?

KMC publish a fake-chains page of their own because counterfeits are a real problem in this region. We buy through the proper supply chain rather than open marketplaces. A counterfeit chain can fail under load, which is not a risk worth taking on a component this cheap.

Do you deliver in Dar es Salaam?

Yes. We deliver across Dar es Salaam and send nationwide to Arusha, Moshi, Mwanza, Dodoma, Zanzibar and beyond by courier. Call or WhatsApp us if you need a same-day drop in the city.