--- product_id: 93101942 title: "X8 8-Speed Silver X-Series Bicycle Chain Compatible with Shimano, SRAM, Campagnolo and All Major Systems" brand: "kmc" price: "€ 70.67" currency: EUR in_stock: false reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.gr/products/93101942-x8-8-speed-silver-x-series-bicycle-chain-compatible-shimano store_origin: GR region: Greece --- # High Pin Power Riveting 8-speed precision fit Smooth & fast shifting X8 8-Speed Silver X-Series Bicycle Chain Compatible with Shimano, SRAM, Campagnolo and All Major Systems **Brand:** kmc **Price:** € 70.67 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🚴‍♀️ Shift Faster, Ride Stronger, Outpace Everyone! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** X8 8-Speed Silver X-Series Bicycle Chain Compatible with Shimano, SRAM, Campagnolo and All Major Systems by kmc - **How much does it cost?** € 70.67 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.gr](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/93101942-x8-8-speed-silver-x-series-bicycle-chain-compatible-shimano) ## Best For - kmc enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted kmc brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Double X Bridge Tech:** Experience lightning-fast, ultra-precise gear changes that keep you ahead of the pack. - • **High Pin Power Riveting:** Reinforced rivets reduce chain stretch, delivering longer-lasting performance and more miles per ride. - • **Inner & Outer Chamfering:** Specially designed ramps ensure silky smooth engagement with chainrings and cassettes for effortless shifting. - • **Seamless 8-Speed Compatibility:** Engineered to flawlessly sync with Shimano, SRAM, Campagnolo & all major drivetrains for ultimate versatility. - • **EcoProteq & Hardy Nickel Coatings:** Choose premium corrosion resistance and durability that shines on every trail and road. ## Overview The KMC X8 8-Speed Silver X-Series Bicycle Chain is a high-performance, durable chain compatible with Shimano, SRAM, and Campagnolo systems. Featuring Double X Bridge construction and High Pin Power Riveting, it delivers smooth, fast, and precise shifting while resisting stretch for extended mileage. Available with premium EcoProteq or Hardy Nickel coatings, this 116-link, 286-gram chain is engineered for road and MTB riders seeking reliable drivetrain excellence. ## Description Suitable for modern systems up to 24 speeds with StretchProof "x" side plates. ## 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 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. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Asin | B0013BV540 | | Best Sellers Rank | 254,470 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors) 508 in Cycling Chains | | Brand | KMC | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (2,208) 4.7 out of 5 stars | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00766759708269 | | Included Components | MISSINGLINK | | Item Length | 60 Inches | | Item Type Name | X8-SILVER-116L | | Item Weight | 0.27 Kilograms | | Load Capacity | 3E+2 N (67 lbf) working load capacity | | Manufacturer | KMC | | Manufacturer Part Number | X8.99-116L, Silver | | Material | Nickel | | Model Number | X8 Sillver | | Pitch | 0.5 inches inches | | Plate Thickness | 0.09 Inches | | Recommended Uses For Product | Road, MTB | | Roller Diameter | 0.5 Inches | | Specification Met | Shimano, Sram, Campagnolo Compatible | | Strand Type | Single | | Unit Count | 1.0 count | | Upc | 766759708269 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** KMC - **Item pitch:** 0.5 inches inches - **Load capacity:** 3E+2 N (67 lbf) working load capacity - **Material:** Nickel - **Plate thickness:** 0.09 Inches ## Images ![X8 8-Speed Silver X-Series Bicycle Chain Compatible with Shimano, SRAM, Campagnolo and All Major Systems - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71hLTWtuywL.jpg) ![X8 8-Speed Silver X-Series Bicycle Chain Compatible with Shimano, SRAM, Campagnolo and All Major Systems - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/4124OEtDvOL.jpg) ![X8 8-Speed Silver X-Series Bicycle Chain Compatible with Shimano, SRAM, Campagnolo and All Major Systems - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51MjFFS6wZL.jpg) ![X8 8-Speed Silver X-Series Bicycle Chain Compatible with Shimano, SRAM, Campagnolo and All Major Systems - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21O5-QKr6oL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Item Package Quantity** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can someone who OWNS this chain measure the width of the pin and the width of the plates (width across plates between pins) with a caliper or Micrometer and let me know the dimensions?** A: ALL MEASUREMENTS ARE IN INCHES AT ROOM TEMP +/- 0.001 INCHOUTER PLATES RANGE 0.26 to 0.29 INNER PLATE WIDTH (nominal: 3/32" OR 0.09375 ): range 0.0905 to 0.095PIN LENGTH (nominal 7.3mm 0.28762) : 0.283 PIN WIDTH (DIAMETER): 0.148 -so...what is the problem?? browjo@bigpond.com **Q: Is it true that "since the plates on the sides are beveled at the edges, it's eating up the teeth of my aluminum cogs pretty quick"?** A: It's never a good idea, when your wife asks, "Does this dress make my butt look fat?", to respond, "No, honey, your butt makes your butt look fat." However, in this case, the answer has to be, "No honey, your aluminum cog is eating up the teeth of your aluminum cog.". Aluminum is a soft material, chosen for low weight, and the trade-off for low weight and performance is longevity. It's barely acceptable for daily use on chainrings, where the load is distributed over many more teeth and the chain engagement angles are relatively shallow. In cassette cogs, where the pressure is distributed over few teeth and the chain engagement angles are greater, wear issues are going to be more pronounced. As others have noted, your chain spends nearly all of its working life on the rollers, and only a tiny fraction of the time shifting, where any side plate configuration could possibly be an issue. Some stray thoughts: 1) Cleanliness may or may not be next to godliness, but it matters in drive train components. I've seen chains with thousands of miles on them that looked new. They were running on old bikes with fully enclosed chain-cases. That's impractical for derailleur bikes, but it does emphasize just how much of a role road grit plays in drive train wear. I've had to get fanatical about drive train maintenance since moving to Central Florida - we don't really have soil here. In reality, it's ancient beach sand. Very abrasive ancient beach sand, and that's the road dust here. I get significantly more drive train wear since moving here, and it's not from climbing mountain passes. And keep in mind - road grit aside, if your cogs are wearing, those microscopic bits and chunks of aluminum are just going around the chain, over and over, eating more surface off the cogs - cleaning them out of the chain can only help matters. 2) Get a steel cassette and save the aluminum for race day. (I'd suggest the same for tires - why wear out your expensive race kit just training and running around town?) 3) Change your perspective. Are you a competitive racer? If not, do you actually need the lightest components to get to the store or your work 72 seconds faster? If those few seconds are critical, then maybe you'll have to get comfortable with the idea that your typical NASCAR Ford is going to need a little more maintenance and parts than your typical dealership Ford. **Q: Does this come with a connecting pin, chain link or is that extra?** A: comes with a Masterlink which will connect the 2 ends. Pretty easy, best if you use a set of needle nose pliers or any pliers pretty much. Make sure you match the length to your present chain and remove or add links as required, if this is your case you need a good quality chain breaker/riveter. On some of these KMC chains even though lighter appearing don't be deceived, the pins are tight and I have broken the cheapee LBS chain breakers. On one of the hollow pin KMC chains, which I Love and use almost exclusively, I even broke one of the small pocket ParkTool chain breakers. These things are well built. Hope this helps...Good Luck..Mo **Q: For my 7 speed mountain bike should i use this chain(kmc x8.99) or sram pc 870. which is better?** A: The KMC X8.99 chain has all the inner and outer links nickel plated whereas the SRAM pc 870 is only chrome plated on the outer links, so the KMC chain is less likely to rust and looks much better on your bike. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 13000 km (8000 miles) and keeps on going - exceptional quality and durability *by on Reviewed in Canada 4 March 2023* After 13000 km (8000 miles) using this chain on an inside trainer the chain is only stretched by 0.45%.Yes, indoor conditions are ideal (no sand, no rain) but I average 150 watts and as a sprinter often go up to 1000 watts so I feel like the chain still gets a workout. This is my second 8 speed KMC X8 chain (see picture of old vs new, only 1/2 link stretch over 110 links). Shifting is excellent with this chain. I will definitively buy again and would give 6 starts if I could.Ohter info: I like to change chain when I get to 0.5% stretch to save my cassette. I can start to feel grinding at high power around 0.5%. I also mainly lubricated this chain with a general purpouse chain spray from WD-40. I will continue with this combination. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good quality *by on Reviewed in Australia 15 March 2025* Item received as described. Very happy with it. Good quality and looks great. Packaged very securely. Would recommend and buy again. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Un viaje sin problema *by on Reviewed in Mexico 30 April 2025* Excelente producto, buen material, buen resultado. ## Frequently Bought Together - KMC X8 8-Speed Silver X-Series Bicycle Chain Compatible with Shimano, SRAM, Campagnolo and All Major Systems - KMC X8 / Z8.3 / Z7 / Z6 Bicycle Chain Missing Link - 7.30mm Length - Silver - CL573R Silver - A AKRAF Bike Link Plier + Chain Breaker Splitter Tool + Chain Checker + 3 Pairs Bicycle Missing Links, Bike Link Opener Closer Plier Chain Cutter Connector Wear Indicator Tool --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.gr/products/93101942-x8-8-speed-silver-x-series-bicycle-chain-compatible-shimano](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/93101942-x8-8-speed-silver-x-series-bicycle-chain-compatible-shimano) --- *Product available on Desertcart Greece* *Store origin: GR* *Last updated: 2026-07-13*