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Top Features of the KMC 10 Speed Chain Links

Quick release chainlink for use with KMC, Shimano or Sram chains with a specific Campagnolo version.

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About Chains

A bicycle chain is a 'roller chain' that has the task of transferring power from the cranks to the rear wheel of the bike thus propelling it. Most bicycle chains are made from alloy steel, but some are chrome plated or stainless steel to prevent rust, or simply for good looks. Chains will vary in width depending on the amount of gears you have, most are 3/32 inch for use with geared systems and then come in 'speeds' which needs to matched to the cassette, ie a 10 speed cassette will need a 10 speed chain and so on. Track bikes or single speeds often run 1/8 inch rings so will need a 1/8 inch chain as well, these will have larger plates to aid stopping on a fixed wheel, which can add extra stress to a chain.

About the KMC brand

KMC produces 82 million chains a year and is a major supplier to Shimano who fit 10 spd chains which are also Campagnolo compatible. The latest KMC X series MTB chains feature Bulls eye pin riveting and X bridge outer plate configuration for quicker, quieter gear changing. Kool chain is well known amongst BMX and freestyle riders for its strength.

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KMC 10 Speed Chain Links 4.6 5 173 173

Don't do it! Purchased this product as I had temporarily put on a large rear cluster and new 10 speed Campag chain for an extended alpine ride. Needed to take a link out of the new chain when I went back to the original cluster. This link did not fit. It was too narrow. Had to put in a Shimano 10 sp link to get going. Very poor. 15 July 2010

KMC quick links These are the only ones I can find that fit 10 speed chains that can be taken apart. Just what is needed for cleaning and maintenance. 29 June 2010

Easy solution for maintaining a clean drive train It does not need to be too hard. Use one of these little beauties and it becomes a simple task to take the chain off the bike to give it a thorough clean. Shimano are doing themselves an injustice by not providing a similar link as STANDARD on their own chains. Only time will tell how durable they are !! 14 June 2010

Never be without one! These are re-usable and make it easy to remove your chain for cleaning or for transporting the bike (eg when taking bike on a plane). I always carry a spare one and a chain breaking tool in case my chain breaks. Broken chains, especially 10 speed are not uncommon and can leave you stranded. You still need the chain breaking tool to remove the bits of broken link. The KMC link needs to be suitable (ie campag or Shimano type) and is easy to fit without any tools. 10 March 2010

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3 answers

How many pieces of these links are there in a package?

1 year, 7 months ago

Spenz

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Answer:

there are 2 links in a pack

7 months ago

Seong

Answer:

4 peices = 2 sets. Make sure you pick the correct one for your brand of chain

1 year, 7 months ago

Malty

Sauchie, Scotland

Answer:

Its a pack of 5 connecting pins. No links (or plates) included.

1 year, 7 months ago

jam5ie76

4 answers

What tools do I need to take that chain apart with one of these links installed?

What tools do I need to take that chain apart with one of these links installed? Is there a particular tool which can be used to 'unlock' the link easily or do I take it apart with my hands?

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Tim15

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Answer:

I do wish people wouldn't confuse the issue!
This is a question about the KMC Connecting Links.
NO TOOLS ARE REQUIRED.

6 months ago

peterthepainter

Calpe

Answer:

The Wippermann 'Connex' links are mega easy to seperate, only if covered in old oil / corrosion will you need a proper link splitter (Park Tools etc').

1 year, 8 months ago

PeteLH

Top 1000 Contributor

Answer:

Just hands required, sort of a side to side action to get this to release.

2 years ago

funnelli

Kent

Number One Contributor

Answer:

yes you will need a chain tool so you can push the pin out enough to release the chain.

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KMC 10 Speed Chain Links

Will the Campag version save me buying a Campag chain tool and joining links for my Campag Chain or is this just for KMC chains?

2 years, 10 months ago

johndgn

Aberdeen

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Answer:

yes, work with campag chain.

2 years, 7 months ago

MikeP2

Answer:

My Trek bike with Shimano chain came with these KMC split links so not just for KMC chains
These are so easy to use - get rid of the Campag or Shimano joiners!

Country : Australia

2 years, 8 months ago

GoldCoaster

Gold Coast

Answer:

I use the campag version on a campag chain. no problems - runs smooth.

2 years, 9 months ago

FireflyPaul

London

Answer:

You can use these on Campagnolo chains but you will still need a chain tool to break the chain and remove links where required.

2 years, 10 months ago

WiggleDean

Hampshire

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KMC Shimano 10speed chain links

Hi, I would like to know will these chain links work with the new shimano 105 5700 double groupset, thanks

Country : Irish Republic

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johnseir

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Yes.
See my review of the Connex links.

1 year, 8 months ago

PeteLH

Top 1000 Contributor

Answer:

If its ten speed then yes.

2 years ago

funnelli

Kent

Number One Contributor

Answer:

These chain links are the correct width but may not fit certain chains. Please contact sales@wiggle.co.uk for further information.

2 years ago

wigglerob

2 answers

Which spare link?

The KMC X10-L chain is advertised as both Campagnolo and Shimano-compatible. Yet the spare link is Campag or Shimano. So what spare link do I need for a KMC X10-L fitted to a Campag groupset?

2 years, 9 months ago

GeorgeS

South Glos.

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Top 250 Contributor

Answer:

if it gives you the option then campag if your on campag.

Country : United Kingdom

2 years, 1 month ago

specialized92

preston

Answer:

The Shimano version is for KMC, Shimano and SRAM fitting chains. The Campagnolo version is to be used with Campagnolo brand chains only.

2 years, 9 months ago

WiggleDean

Hampshire

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are these quick links compatible with Shimano Dura ace 7900 chainsets?

Since Shimano stopped shipping it's 7900 dura ace chains with a quick link due to excessive wear issues ive been looking for a replacement. Can you tell me if this is compatible and tried and tested please?

2 years, 1 month ago

markthemamil

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Answer:

I use the KMC Chain Link on my 7900 Dura Ace chain. I have done 1200km so far using the link without any issues

Country : Australia

2 years, 1 month ago

Macnamee

Sydney

Answer:

You should only use Shimano quick links for these chains or use a chain tool to break and join the chain.

2 years, 1 month ago

WiggleDean

Hampshire

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Do these links work with a Shimano 5701 chain

2 years, 1 month ago

whyohwhyohwhy

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Answer:

id only use the same links as the chain. just avoids any potentially nasty problems

Country : United Kingdom

2 years, 1 month ago

specialized92

preston

Answer:

The 5701 chain is uni-directional, you can't use these links with this chain.

2 years, 1 month ago

WiggleDean

Hampshire

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Which missing link should I use with a KMC X10-SL Gold 10 Speed Chain

I am running a campag rear cassette - I bought the KMC 10 speed campag missing link and it doens't fit, is it because I should have got the KMC 10 speed shimano missing link?

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2 years, 1 month ago

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Yes. The Campag missing link is specific to Campag chains.

2 years ago

Bondurant

Top 250 Contributor

Answer:

just use the one it comes with. should work. KMC are both shimano and campag compatable

Country : United Kingdom

2 years, 1 month ago

specialized92

preston

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Will this work with a Dura Ace 7900 10 spd chain?

Just wondering if this will work with the 10 speed 7900 Dura Ace chain as it would make cleaning and maintenance a lot easier than breaking the chain and sticking a new pin in every time?

1 year, 7 months ago

Juggler

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Top 1000 Contributor

Answer:

Yes, works well as running full Dura Ace 7900 set-up and no problems. Definitely make cassette changes and chain cleaning much easier, but although easy to connect they are fiddly to unlock.

1 year, 3 months ago

Balsahack

Top 250 Contributor

Answer:

yes

1 year, 7 months ago

dawebbo

London

2 answers

is it suitable for the Shimano dura ace 7900 10 speed unidirectional chain

1 year, 5 months ago

rebwag

BARNSLEY

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Top 1000 Contributor

Answer:

I am running this with full Dura Ace 7900 set up and chain - no problems and fluid shifting with no binding to date. Easily fitted, but fiddly to get off if need to change cassette.

1 year, 3 months ago

Balsahack