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About KMC

The company For many years KMC has enhanced the technology behind bicycle chains through research, development, continuous innovation and the valuable feedback from the world’s top professional racers. KMC’s pursuit of perfection has led to repeatedly being honoured with the industry’s top Design Awards. In addition to the devotion to enhancing professional performance, KMC is also a member of Green Transportation Industrial, and is in the process of measuring the carbon footprint of all the company’s products. KMC highly values the environment and this will help create further efficiencies in the manufacturing methods. Approaching its 35th anniversary, KMC will continue to innovate in its quest for the pursuit of perfection. Expect more and more of the world’s top racers to use KMC chain in achieving their ambitions.

The people Since 1977, when Charles Wu made his first chains, KMC has long outgrown it’s first production facility, and now is currently making 110 million chains in 9 factories. Today, 35 years later, KMC works through an international network of companies ensuring first class world wide distribution and service. KMC also produces chains for other famous brand names, and an ongoing R&D effort goes into creating better, stronger and lighter chains.

IF Gold Award 2010

It is our mission to manufacture the best chains, that fit any drive train, that serve all markets and any customer; from the most demanding Pro-Tour rider to the everyday cyclist. KMC have adopted a very important rule: if the product is not good enough for us, then it is certainly not good enough for you! Besides professional riders pushing our products to the limit, you can be very sure they are first tested to the absolute limit by us!

The right choice! KMC only make chains. All our R&D efforts focus on chains - this is how we always manage to create the most best possible products for your drive train. A huge part of our revenue is invested in creating innovations, environmentally friendlier production and increasing efficiency so that KMC can make the best chain you can get! Service, top quality and reliability are always our top priority, consequently famous bicycle brands all over the world are now using KMC chains as original equipment on their bikes.

Robert Wu, president KMC Chain Industrial Co. LTD

The Chain Specialists

The products

Champion is our DNA

Tough chains for tough riders KMC sponsor a number of top teams in all disciplines, MTB Elite, UCI World Tour road racing, Cyclo Cross, BMX and Triathlon, who are all very happy to use our performance enhancing chains. Not only do they get our best performing chains, but we get invaluable feed-back to help the continuing improvement process of our chains which benefits everyone from professional champions to riders like you. Sabine Spitz specifically chose KMC because she thinks KMC chains are the best and gave her the confidence to win the 2008 Bejing Olympic gold medal for MTB. On the road the quality of KMC chains has been proven time and time again by top riders like Lieuwe Westra (team VCD) during Paris-Nice 2012, Thomas de Gendt (team VCD) winning on Mt. Stelvio in the Giro 2012, and during 2011 Tour de France, when Team Vacansoleil-DCM riders like Johnny Hoogerland and Pim Ligthart performed exceptionally well. Team Geox managed to win the 2011 version of the Vuelta a Espana, where Juanjo Cobo was riding KMC X10 Patriot (Spanish flag). In MTB and BMX, KMC chain is chosen by 2012 Olympic gold medallist MTB X- country Julie Breset (team BH Suntour), 2012 Olympic Silver medallist MTB X-Country Sabine Spitz (team Sabine Spitz) and 2012 Olympic Gold Medallist BMX Maris Strombergs. Together they all agree that KMC has the DNA to become champion.

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Compatibility KMC’s derailleur chains are compatible with any system, besides that KMC does not distinguish between MTB and Road chains. Product designations clearly indicate their usage. E.G. X10-series fit any 10-speed system.

Easy assembly

Durability Compared to other renowned chain brands, KMC X-series chains live longer, as proven in many road tests, to back up this claim KMC is the only chain maker offering a unique satisfaction warranty. Some of our key features are:

XX SP Double-X durability guarantees usurpassed durability for all our X1, X-EL and X-SL chains. If you are not satiesfied with the durability of your chain you can contact us. In any case of a valid claim we will replace the chain.

DLC The main characteristic of the black Diamond Like coating is reduction of

abrasive wear. Besides this, it’s surface hardness is higher than most coatings, this ensures a long-term function, optical stability and higher durability.

EPT - EcoProTeQ KMC’s latest breakthrough in rust protection. EcoProteQ treatment doubles

the rust resistance compared to the RB treatment. Benefits of the smoother coating are less noise, great performance, maximum rust resistance and great look.

Ride longer, be stronger!

Nearly every KMC chain comes with a connecting link. Assembling the chain is quite easy and safety is enhanced. To shorten the chain to it’s proper length a regular chain tool can be used. For assembly/ disassembly of our MissingLink we recommend our opening- and closing tools.

X-SL The Super Light Chain X-Bridge The X-Bridge outer plate has been configured with precisely articulated angles for quicker, smoother gear shifting and quieter riding.

KMC Titanium Nitride coating Less friction, less maintenance and high reliability.

High-End steel alloy material Pins and plates, made from a special steel alloy composition, reduces chain stretching and thus prolongs chain life.

X10SL NP Silver

Lean construction Weight & Chainsuck reduction.

X10SL Ti-N Gold

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NON-Directional desgin (X10 series) Plates have been specially shaped to ensure 100% compatibility with all major brands, including directional systems.

Double X Durability KMCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eXtreme Stretch Proof treatment of pins and plates makes this chain less susceptible to wear caused by sand or dirt entering the chain bearings. This chain lasts!

The Super Light Chain The X-Superlight series has set a new standard in derailleur chains, used by MTB Elite, Professional road riders. Most importantly, more and more demanding amateurs and recreational riders have all discovered KMC X10SL, and its benefits of weight reduction, shifting performance and durability. KMC has a growing reputation for innovation, recent advances include: the X-Superlight, Double X Durability, Titanium Nitride Coating, Non- Directional design and the MissingLink connector. KMC never stops its research and is always looking for further innovations.

X- Super Light

Super Light chains are available for all major 9, 10 and 11-speed systems, either for road or off road use. For X10SL models the special non- directional double X-bridge design allows it to run perfectly on all systems. Besides the extremely low weight, the most important property of KMC X-SuperLight chains is the unsurpassed durability. In fact, KMC is so confident of their quality, that your satisfaction is guaranteed! In its pursuit of perfection, KMC is continuously investing and looking for new technologies - it’s this ambition which has made the X-SL series the best chain money can buy. Features like double X-bridge, Flat Step Riveting (which connects pin and outer plate with a huge 350kGF power - for your safety) all making this product one of the most hi-tech parts on your bike! If you demand more from your bike, X-SL chains are the perfect choice!

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Top-Performance • Super Light • Double X ® Durability

Super Light - 272 grams only! Double X® Durability

Super Light - 253 grams only! Double X® Durability

Super Light - 239 grams only! Double X® Durability

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X11 The New Light Weight Champion The X11 series is now guaranteed! Great shifting performance, ultra smooth running and now a guarantee of satisfaction on its unmatched durability.

X11SL DLC

X11SL Gold

X11L Silver X11SL Silver

Special World Tour 2013 Limited Edition X11SL DLC Black/Celeste Green

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The New Light Weight Champion 11-speed systems are widely established among road and MTB racers. Our X11 chains offer best shifting performance, easy and safe assembly with a missing link, outstanding durability and light weight. The Vacansoleil- DCM Pro-Tour Team rides X11SLDLC - of course in Black/Bianchi green. Haibike Pro Team riders Sabine Spitz, Adelheit Morath und Kathrin Stirnemann ride X11SL on SRAM XX1.

X11 Series

X-SuperLight KMC’s X11 SL merely weighs 235 grams/112 Links, certainly the light weight world champion.

Double X Durability Our on-going battle to prolong the chain’s life makes KMC X-chains your best choice for durability. With satisfaction guaranteed!

DLC The main characteristic of the black Diamond Like coating is reduction of abrasive wear. Besides this, it’s surface hardness is higher than most coatings, this ensures a long-term function, optical stability and higher durability.

Ti-N Gold coating KMC’s special Titanium Nitride coating not only looks fantastic, it has an ultrasmooth surface and is extremely hard.

MissingLink-11 Every X11 chain comes with one set of MissingLink- 11, just shorten the chain to its required length and connect it with our closing tool. For maintenance the MissingLink-11 is easily removed by using our opening tool. For better performance, always use a new MissingLink-11 for reconnecting your X11 chain.

Including: MissingLink

Top-Performance • Super Light • Double X ® Durability

Top-Performance • Light • Double X ® Durability

Super Light - 239 grams only! Double X® Durability

Light - 252 grams only! Double X® Durability Weight- and chain suck reduction

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Light Weight Champion

X10 - The Race Proven Chain

X10SL DLC black-red

X10SL Gold No LAB-test but FIELD-test! Type rider : Pro - Road Test date : February 2011 Conditions : dry weather conditions Tested chain : KMC X10L Silver Brand S

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Born from the results of a field test, conducted by one of our test riders. Each chain which KMC tests is made up of 1/2 KMC chain and 1/2 another leading brand chain. Both chain halves are driven in identical conditions, and the results of the test are meaningful. 0, 17 All KMC tests are conducted in this way.

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X-bridge outer plate eXtra Stretch Proof

X10 - The Race Proven Chain KMC sponsor various professional teams for Road racing, Cyclo Cross and MTB. They all use different 10-Speed derailleur systems, EXCEPT for the chain - the KMC X10SL. Vacansoleil Pro Tour Team 2012 was equipped with SRAM Red and KMC X10SL Gold, Sabine Spitz uses SRAM XX and fully relies on X10SL, while Julie Breset and Maxime Marott ride Shimano XTR Dyna-sys also with X10SL. Without question, KMC’s X10-series is 100% compatible with all 10-speed derailleur systems, and gives exceptional performance even to the most demanding riders.

X10 Series

By creating and applying cutting edge technology, KMC is able to keep the quality of its chains ahead of the competition.

X-SuperLight KMC’s X10 SL weighs 253 grams/114 Links, being the very lightest of all 10-speed chains. Double X Durability Our longest lasting chain ever, making KMC X-chains your best choice for durability. With satisfaction guaranteed!

Non-Directional Design Assembly of KMC X10-series chain is independent of direction, so it fits all systems perfectly Directional, Road or MTB.

EPT - EcoProTeQ KMC’s latest breakthrough in rust protection. EcoProteQ treatment doubles the rust resistance compared to the RB treatment. Benefits of the smoother coating are less noise, great performance, maximum rust resistance and great look.

Ti-N Gold Coating

KMC’s special Titanium Nitride coating not only looks fantastic, it has an ultra-smooth surface and is extremely hard.

NO RUST | EcoProTeQ | NO RUST | EcoProTeQ

Hi-Performance • Extremely Durability

COLOR X-bridge outer plate Half nickel plated eXtra Stretch Proof

X-bridge outer plate Half nickel plated eXtra Stretch Proof

Hi-Performance • Extremely Durability

Top-Performance • Light • Double X ® Durability

Top-Performance • Super Light • Double X ® Durability

Light - 262 grams only! Double X® Durability Weight- and chain suck reduction

Super Light - 253 grams only! Double X® Durability

EcoProTeQ

X-bridge outer plate eXtra Stretch Proof EcoProTeQ Anti-Rust Technology

X10: The Race

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ven Chain! Super Light : 25 3 gr./114 links Extra Light : 262 gr./114 lin (X10SL) Application ks (X10EL) : for al X-Bridge oute r plate : su l 10-speed systems per XX-SP heat tr eatment : unsu fast + smooth shifting DLC rpassed du : great look, ex rability Ti-N Gold vers tremel io EcoProTeQ EP ns : less friction, low y hard surface T maintenan : Maximum ru st resistance ce ! PS: Smart & Simple No n-Directional Design!

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X9 Reliability in Action X9SL Gold

X9L Silver X9-93 X9SL Silver

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Olympic Gold-Medallist Sabine Spitz chose X9SL Gold, because after comparing many chain brands, she found that KMC X9 SL performed the best of all products available, giving her the confidence to ride the race of her life in Beijing. KMC Chains have the right DNA to win and the right qualities to Ride Longer, be Stronger. KMC’s 9-speed range offers you features like:

Double X Durability (X9SL and X9L) Our longest lasting chain ever making KMC X-chains your best choice for durability. With satisfaction guaranteed!

X9 Series

X-SuperLight KMC’s X9 SL only weighs 272 grams/116 Links, the lightest 9-speed chain available. Ti-N Gold Coating (X9SL and X9L) KMC’s special Titanium Nitride coating not only looks fantastic, it has an ultrasmooth surface and is extremely hard.

KMC X-Bridge (All X9 models) Specially designed to enable fast, smooth and precise shifts. MissingLink Connector (All X9 models) the most reliable and user friendly way of connecting your chain. If you are the most demanding rider, for whom only the best is good enough, or the occasional weekend warrior, KMC X9-series will not let you down, offering extremely high durability, unmatched shifting performance, smooth function and, of course, the MissingLink-9 connector for easy maintenance. X9SL - race proven, to satisfy even the most accomplished rider and offers numerous features. X9L gives you great value for money, as well as chain suck reducing inner plates, Titanium Nitride coating and Double X-Durability. X9-93 and X9-73 offer all the major functions you can expect from an X-series hi-performance chain. Reliability in action which will not let you down.

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tion! Super Light : 272 gr./116 lin Light ks : 292 gr./116 lin (X9SL) Application ks (X9L) : f or X-Bridge oute all 9-speed sy r pl st XX-SP heat tr ate : super fast + smoo ems eatment : unsu th shifting Ti-N Gold vers rp ions : less assed durability EcoProTeQ EP friction, T : Maximum ru low maintenance st resistance !

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NO RUST | EcoProTeQ | NO RUST | EcoProTeQ

Hi-Performance • Extremely Durable

COLOR

X-bridge outer plate eXtra Stretch Proof

X-bridge outer plate Half nickel plated eXtra Stretch Proof

Hi-Performance • Extremely Durable

Hi-Performance • Light • Double X ® Durability

Top-Performance • Super Light • Double X ® Durability

Light - 292 grams Double X® Durability Weight- and chain suck reduction

Super Light - 272 grams only! Double X® Durability

EcoProTeQ

X-bridge outer plate eXtra Stretch Proof EcoProTeQ Anti-Rust Technology

Reliability in Action

6- 7- & 8-speed X8: The most durable 8-speed chain! World-class professional racers have proven that KMC Chain provides outstanding products which help them achieve their victories! For 6-, 7- and 8-speed champions who are perfectly happy with their derailleur system, may want to use a different high performance quality chain. KMC have the perfect chain for every type of rider: X8. This series, compatible with all major shifting systems, and suitable for 6-, 7- and 8-speed cassettes, combines perfect shifting performance, high durability, easy assembly and affordability. If you’re looking for unbeatable value, check out our Z-Series; Z8 and Z7.

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Including: MissingLink

ANTI RUST | Rust Buster | ANTI RUST | Rust Buster

Touring - Index For City and Trekking

Touring - Index For City, MTB, Race, Trekking and Hybrid

NO RUST | EcoProTeQ | NO RUST | EcoProTeQ

Hi-Performance • Extremely Durable

X-bridge outer plate Half nickel plated eXtra Stretch Proof

X-bridge outer plate Nickel plated eXtra Stretch Proof

EcoProTeQ

Touring - Index For City, MTB, Race, Trekking and Hybrid

Touring - Index For City, MTB, Race, Trekking and Hybrid - Less maintenance

X-bridge outer plate eXtra Stretch Proof EcoProTeQ Anti-Rust Technology

Ride Trough the COLORS of life

X10SL Diamond Like Coating

Color Chain

A bicycle is not only a means of transportation, it has increasingly become a lifestyle product. KMC provides a variety of coloured chains, so that everyone can realise their own personal style. For style conscious mountain bike and road racers the Vivid - Series combines all the advantages of our X-chains but with coloured elements. You will find a wide selection of colours in our Single Speed and BMX range to give your bike that exclusive touch.

X10 Vivid red

HL710 red

K710 blue

S1 Shiny green 15

e-Bike single speed e-Bike, where would we be without it? Nowadays the demand for Electric Powered Bikes is really growing, it allows many people to keep on enjoying the benefits of cycling. Of course, e-Bikes come in many shapes and sizes, and with a variety of drive trains. At KMC we watch all the developments in e-Bikes, particularly those which may have a direct impact on the drive train. Roughly e-Bikes can be divided into two categories: 1. Pedal assist powered by front or rear hub engine (no extra impact on the chain) 2. Pedal assist powered by a centrally placed drive unit (Chain Driven) e.g. Bosch or Panasonic Specifically for the chain driven bikes, KMC has developed a re-inforced chain to cope with the significantly higher torques these bikes create. And for the internal gear system bikes, the most important features for the chain are a high tensile strength and durability. KMC offers the following options for your e-Bike with internal gear hub:

Z1X EPT

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• ½” x 3/32 ” • Heavy duty • Tensile st design ren • Nickel pla gth 30% over standard ted • 112 or 128 links

• ½” x 1/8” • Long life • EcoProTe Q • 112 or 128 anti-rust coating links

• ½” x 3/32 ” • Extremely du • Tensile st rable, this chain really las ren ts! • Light weigh gth 20% over standard • Nickel pla t ted, gold or Ec oProteQ coated • 110 or 130 links

The special e-Bike derailleur chain Chain driven sports e-Bikes, the latest trend Chain driven high performance e-Bikes with derailleur systems really push the chain’s performance to the limit. Extreme conditions, like shifting under high loads and steep uphill climbs with high torque, has led to the development of a special reinforced e-Bike version of the famous KMC X-series chains for 9 and 10 speed cassettes. Field tested and proven reliability make it the right choice for middle engine chain driven systems.

For 10-speed cassette systems:

X9e

X10e

• C ompatib le with any 9speed derailleur system • Pin power increased by 30 • 30% highe r torsion resist % • Available in Shiny silver ance and EcoProTeQ • 136 links anti-rust coating

EXTRA LONG | 128 LINKS | NO RUST | EcoProTeQ

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Silver

Narrow: 3/32” Nickel Plated For Internal Gear Hub / Single speed Heavy Duty Design

EXTRA LONG | 128 LINKS | NO RUST | EcoProTeQ

Z Wide: 1/8” EcoProTeQ Anti-Rust Technology Less maintenance - High reliabilty

e-Bike chain

For 9-speed cassette systems:

EXTRA LONG | 130 LINKS | NO RUST | EcoProTeQ

Hi-Performance • Double X ® Durability

• Compatib le with any 10speed derailleur system • Pin power increased by 30 • 30% highe % r to • Special sh rsion resistance aped plates fo r smoother – under load – sh ifting • Available in Shiny EcoProTeQ an silver and ti-rust coating • 136 links

EXTRA LONG | 136 LINKS | EXTRA LONG | 136 LINKS

Heavy Duty • Double X ® Durability

EXTRA LONG | 136 LINKS | EXTRA LONG | 136 LINKS

Heavy Duty • Double X ® Durability

Heavy Duty • Double X Durability

Heavy Duty • Double X ® Durability

EcoProTeQ

Double X® Durability Extra long / e-Bike EcoProTeQ Anti-Rust Technology

EXTRA LONG | 136 LINKS | NO RUST | EcoProTeQ

Hi-PinPower >400KGF e-Bike chain Heavy Duty Hi-Power e-Riveting

Hi-PinPower >400KGF e-Bike chain Heavy Duty Hi-Power e-Riveting EcoProTeQ Anti-Rust Technology

Hi-PinPower >400KGF e-Bike chain Heavy Duty Hi-Power e-Riveting

Hi-PinPower >400KGF e-Bike chain Heavy Duty Hi-Power e-Riveting EcoProTeQ Anti-Rust Technology

The Special e-Bike chain

Internal Gear Chain

Our Single Speed line offers features like:

Stainless steel materials Our Z1 Inox chain utilises stainless steel parts with Long-Life technology and AntiDrop Chamfered innerplates;

Anti-drop inner plates Because of the special shape of the inner plate, the chain will not drop, even after it has stretched;

Long Life treatment We are the only chain maker offering this feature for single speed chains. The Long Life treatment will considerably enhance chain life;

Heavy-duty (HX) Reinforced chains, which offer 30% greater strength, for the toughest environments and strongest riders;

Inner plate chamfering For silent and smooth running; EPT - EcoProTeQ KMC’s latest breakthrough in rust protection. EcoProteQ treatment doubles the rust resistance compared to the RB treatment. Benefits of the smoother coating are less noise, great performance, maximum rust resistance and great look.

EXTRA LONG | 128 LINKS | NO RUST | EcoProTeQ

Narrow

Silver

Narrow: 3/32” Nickel Plated For Internal Gear Hub / Single speed Heavy Duty Design

ANTI RUST | Rust Buster | ANTI RUST | Rust Buster

EXTRA LONG | 128 LINKS | NO RUST | EcoProTeQ

Z Wide: 1/8” EcoProTeQ Anti-Rust Technology Less maintenance - High reliabilty

1 Bushed / Wide: 1/8” For Internal Gear Hub / Single speed

1COLOR Bushed / Wide: 1/8” For Internal Gear Hub / Single speed

S Wide: 1/8” For Internal Gear Hub / Single speed Less maintenance

X1 The special internal gear chain Most chain manufacturers pay little or no attention to the development of special chain for a single speeder or an internal geared bike. At KMC we think differently - a chain for your hi-end internal hub gear has completely different requirements compared to a chain fitted on a child’s bike. Accordingly we have developed specific chains for specific bikes - from the simplest bikes with coaster brakes up to the hippest hi-end city commuter bike equipped with a top notch internal gear system.

KMC also offer great products for any single speed application - our Z- single speed chains are always comfortable, safe, reliable and affordable. And now the technically more advanced chains, as well as the basic models, are available in various colours - to match the style and look of your hi-end single speeder.

X1 Silver

NO RUST | EcoProTeQ | NO RUST | EcoProTeQ

Z1 Wide: 1/8” For Internal Gear Hub / Single speed

Z Wide: 1/8” EcoProTeQ Anti-Rust Technology Less maintenance - High reliabilty

Single Speed

For every category of bike we offer a special application; extremely strong for Freestyle BMX, extremely durable for commuting, or other daily use, or simply a trendy colour chain, to fit your life style. Similarly KMC takes the single speed (which includes the internal geared bike) range very seriously. Take our X1, it’s the first chain specifically developed for hi-end internally geared bikes, where durability and stability have been keywords all along the design process. And all KMC technologies and experience have been utilised to create this chain.

X1 Gold

NO RUST | Stainless Steel | NO RUST | Stainless Steel

NO RUST | EcoProTeQ | NO RUST | EcoProTeQ

Hi-Performance • Double X ® Durability

EcoProTeQ

INOX

Wide: 1/8” Stainless Steel Technology Less maintenance - High reliabilty

Hi-Performance • Double X ® Durability

Double X® Durability Nickel Plated

Double X® Durability

Double X® Durability EcoProTeQ Anti-Rust Technology

X1 The Kilometre Killer

The Anti-Rust Chain

Z1X EPT Narrow

X9 EPT

X10 EPT

1000h

500h

EPT

Nickel Plated

Regular ANTI RUST | Rust Buster | ANTI RUST | Rust Buster

All our EPT EcoProTeQ coated models can withstand up to 1000 hours salt spray test without rusting, thus meeting the highest standards in rust protection.

Bushed / Wide: 1/8” For Internal Gear Hub / Single speed Less maintenance

NO RUST | EcoProTeQ | NO RUST | EcoProTeQ

S Bushed Chain

Wide: 1/8” For Internal Gear Hub / Single speed Less maintenance

Narrow 3/32” EcoProTeQ Anti-Rust Technology Less maintenance - High reliabilty

First class rust protection KMC is a pioneer in anti-corrosion coated chains and a true market leader. The maximum rust protection is produced with non- toxic environmentally friendly materials, all complying to European standards.

Rust

The advantage

- Reduces chain life - Reduces the drive train’s efficiency - Has a negative influence on the chain’s (shifting) performance - Increases the chance of chain breakage

• EPT = 1000 ho • RB = 500 ho urs salt spray test ur • Less mainten s salt spray test ance • High reliabilit y • Conservation function • Longer life

Conclusion: rust = no riding fun

Anti-Rust

EcoProteQ treatment KMC’s latest breakthrough in rust protection EcoProteQ treatment doubles the rust resistance compared to the RB treatment. Benefits of the smoother coating are less noise, great performance, maximum rust resistance and great look. KMC's anti-rust chains add comfort to your life. The EPT and RB chains require less maintenance (although it will need some lubrication now and then). So you can simply ride without worrying about rain or the road salt ruining your chain. The true benefits of our anti-rust chains are: more comfort, less maintenance, increased reliability and durability. There are several models with anti-rust coating, from single speed to 10-speed derailleur.

NO RUST | EcoProTeQ | NO RUST | EcoProTeQ

Z Wide: 1/8” EcoProTeQ Anti-Rust Technology Less maintenance - High reliabilty

NO RUST | EcoProTeQ | NO RUST | EcoProTeQ

Hi-Performance • Double X Durability

ANTI RUST | Rust Buster | ANTI RUST | Rust Buster

EcoProTeQ

Double X® Durability EcoProTeQ Anti-Rust Technology

NO RUST | EcoProTeQ | NO RUST | EcoProTeQ

EXTRA LONG | 136 LINKS | NO RUST | EcoProTeQ

EXTRA LONG | 136 LINKS | EXTRA LONG | 136 LINKS

Hi-Performance • Extremely Durable

Heavy Duty • Double X Durability

Heavy Duty • Double X ® Durability

EcoProTeQ

Touring - Index For City, MTB, Race, Trekking and Hybrid - Less maintenance

X-bridge outer plate eXtra Stretch Proof EcoProTeQ Anti-Rust Technology

EcoProTeQ

Hi-PinPower >400KGF e-Bike chain Heavy Duty Hi-Power e-Riveting EcoProTeQ Anti-Rust Technology

EcoProTeQ

Hi-PinPower >400KGF e-Bike chain Heavy Duty Hi-Power e-Riveting EcoProTeQ Anti-Rust Technology

EcoProTeQ

Hi-PinPower >400KGF e-Bike chain Heavy Duty Hi-Power e-Riveting EcoProTeQ Anti-Rust Technology

NO RUST | EcoProTeQ | NO RUST | EcoProTeQ

Hi-Performance • Extremely Durability

EcoProTeQ

X-bridge outer plate eXtra Stretch Proof EcoProTeQ Anti-Rust Technology

The Rust Buster Chain

The Kool Jumping Chain

IF Gold Award 2010

Kool Knight KK710

K910/K810/K710 K710SL TI gold K710 color

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K710/K810 The Kool Jumping Chain K710 and K810 are the K-Series top selling BMX chains because of their durability and performance. Whether you are hitting those rails or grinding those curbs. Because of its broader and thicker plate design K710 and K810 will protect your sprocket better than any other chain. And with a tensile strength of over 1300 kgf these chains are literally bomb proof. The K710 size is 1/2”x 1/8” making it compatible with almost every BMX sprocket and freewheel. The K810 size is 1/2"x3/32", compatible with narrow chain rings and sprockets.

K910 The K910 is a bigger version of the K710 Kool chain with a tensile strength of a whopping 1500 kgf. The K910 is perfect for strong riders who push their chains to the max. This chain will not let you down.

Z510HX & Z610HX The best of both worlds, this chain is lightweight and durable. The HX chains feature thicker outer plates which boost the tensile strength of 1200 kgf. They can be used on almost every sprocket or freewheel because of their 1/8” and 3/32” size options. They are also very popular in the mid-high end range internal gear hub equipped bicycles because of their durability and reliability.

BMX Series

K710SL The K710SL offers the same features as the K710 but with a 20% weight saving. The hollow inner/outer plates and pins gives those weight conscious riders an equally durable chain but with significant weight reduction. For both BMX freestyle and racing this chain has all the features you could ever want.

Wide: 1/8” Special Dynamic Configured Plates Nickel Plated

Wide: 1/8” Special Dynamic Configured Plates

Wide: 1/8” Super Light - 349 grams only! Special Dynamic Configured Plates

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Wide: 1/8” Nickel Plated For Internal Gear Hub / Single speed Heavy Duty Design

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Narrow: 3/32” Nickel Plated For Internal Gear Hub / Trial / Single speed Heavy Duty Design

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KK710 The KK710 (KOOL Knight) is the most durable half link single speed chain ever. It is perfect for extreme BMX freestyle and park riding. It is also perfect for the emerging fixed gear freestyle market because the chain features a double L bridge to protect the sprocket while performing grinds. It features a split top plate design for better absorption of energy when taking hits, and also hollow pins to keep the weight down. An XX-SP Stretch Proof Treatment increases durability. The KK710 is a perfect example of what over 30 years of innovation and experience in the chain market can create.

SL Narrow: 3/32” Super Light - 320 grams only! Special Dynamic Configured Plates

Hi-Performance • Double X ® Durability

Double X® Durability Nickel Plated

Double X® Durability

The Kool Jumping Chain

Chain related accessoires

Our pliers for opening- and closing the MissingLink, work without damaging the chains.

The original Chain Lube, which we use to lubricate our X-Series chains, is the best lube for long and efficient chain life. It is available in a 120ml bottle or as a 3mm mini bottle for 'emergency use' during your ride.

Besides offering high quality chains, KMC now also offers chain related accesoires under the name eXtra.

By using regularly, ChainChecker quickly gives you information about your chainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s condition.

KMC's Chain De-Rivetter is the perfect tool for cutting your new chain to its required length. For single speed to 11-Speed chains.

eXtra. Chain Related Accesoires

Extra by KMC

Our digital ChainChecker is the most accurate tool for checking your chainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s elongation.

Maintenance A new Chain Usually the chain feels a little sticky on it’s outside, you can remove it with a cloth containing some (non-aggressive) cleaner. It prevents the chain attracting dirt.

When to maintain your chain? Use a piece of dry cloth.

Maintenance depends very much on the conditions you ride in, obviously wet, off-road, dusty or muddy conditions require a more intensive schedule than dry and smooth roads.

Signs to look for: - increased noise level (dry rattling chain) - reduction of shifting function; - chain-suck (chain sticking to the small/middle front chain ring); - squeaking noises from the drive-train. Clean inner bearing ends.

For road use, inspect your chain at least once every month or every 250 kilometres (150 miles). For off road use, inspect your chain at least once every 100 kilometres (60 miles).

Cleaning

Lubricate the chain ends.

Lubricate the rollers.

- Clean your chain after every ride, especially after riding in the wet. - Always use a piece of dry cloth to clean the chain. - Do not forget the sprockets, front changer and derailleur pulleys. - To remove mud or sand, use the bristle brush (which comes with every 120ml packing of KMC’s chain lube Pro), use light soapy warm water, if necessary. - Do not use acidic or alkali based detergents (such as rust cleaners), these can damage the chain and may cause breakage. - Do not dip your chain in (aggressive) degreasers - they remove the remaining grease from the chain’s bearings, and may cause cracks. They are also bad for our environment. - If the chain is really dirty and difficult to clean, besides using a brush for the inside, try putting some solvent on a cloth and use it to clean the chain’s exterior. - Try to avoid a so-called ‘chain washing machine’ in combination with solvent. This will instantly ruin your chain. - Some lubricant brands advise you to completely degrease the chain, KMC does not recommend this.

“A chain is a chain, Inspection Regularly inspect your chain for: - wear - damage - surface condition (rust etc.)

- lubricate the chain whenever necessary and after you clean it. - before lubricating, make sure the chain is dry. - use a lubricant which initially penetrates the chain’s bearing. In this way you can reach the chain parts which are most sensitive to wear. - make sure you are using the appropriate lubricant - if using an aerosol you should test it by spraying some on your hand - first it feels like water (penetration), after some time it should become sticky or dry (durable lubrication), KMC recommends it’s Chain Lube Original. - in order to avoid a build-up of excess grease, apply it to the critical places only, like the rollers. This helps to reduce chain wear and noise. - apply just a little grease on the rest of the chain to prevent rust. - remove excess grease from the outside of the chain by using a cloth, this prevents a buildup of dirt and dust. - prepare for wet and muddy, or dry and dusty conditions, by applying some wax after lubricating the chain. - in the case of derailleur bikes, use the same principle as above for maintaining and lubricating the derailleur pulleys, chainrings and cassette sprockets.

We hope that after reading this brochure, you have become aware of many different applications, treatments and qualities involved in a seemingly simple product, a chain. This ‘simple’ chain - consisting of roughly 650 single parts - is probably one of the most important, hi- tech and crucial parts of your bike. When it functions well, you are not aware of its existence, but when there is something wrong, you will either be annoyed with the loss of performance, the noise, or even worse, a breakage. On this pages we would like to give you some tips for maintenance and usage, which we follow ourselves. This will help you prolong the chain’s life and improve its performance.

Maintenace

Lubrication

they’re not so different”

Before re-connecting your chain, clean the chain ends inner bearings to make sure no dirt remains, then apply some grease inside and on the connector’s pins. Finally test the chain by running and shifting the gears, to make sure the system functions perfectly.

Ton Keller, mechanic VacanSoleilDCM team

Maintenance In general, one of our Long Life or Hi-performance (X and X-SL) chains will give you the best durability and performance. We are often asked: “How many kilometres can I expect out of a chain?”. Well, according to our road test results, there is a wide range of chain life varying from 1000 km (heavy duty MTB) to 17000 km (Road Racing). Obviously chain wear depends on the individual circumstances: - usage (performance, shifting frequency, chain line) - conditions (terrain, wet, dry, mud, water, salt) - rider’s strength - degree of maintenance KMC’s X-Series chains have been extensively tested, and compared to other brands, we can confidently say that you will not be disappointed; we even have a unique satisfaction warranty on many products! For more information, check our website: www.kmcchain.eu.

Prevent unnecessary chain wear To obtain the maximum mileage from your drive-train irrespective of the type of chain, simply: - follow our maintenance tips. - when shifting, try to keep the chain in as straight a line as possible between chain wheel and cassette (i.e. do not use the extreme positions like the smallest chainring and the smallest sprocket, or the largest chainring and the largest sprocket). - when shifting, try to anticipate a situation (i.e. when going uphill, shift up early in order to prevent excess force on the chain when having to change gear). - before stopping, shift to smaller chainring, to avoid having to shift from stand-still.

To check the chain’s elongation A worn chain has a negative effect on your drive train, not only a loss of shifting function, but when extremely worn, you even risk breakage. Replacing your chain regularly ensures optimum performance, reduces wear on your chainset and sprockets and avoids any nasty shocks.

KMC has developed two chain checkers, the Regular Chain Checker, which can give you a good indication of the chain’s condition, and a special digital chain wear indicator, the ‘Digital Chain Checker’, which allows you to exactly measure the chain’s elongation. Changing the chain on time (not too early and not too late) prevents excess wear on other drive-train parts, so you can prevent unnecessary high repair costs.

Maintenace

If you do not have a gauge to test the chain’s elongation you could roughly check by: - put the chain on the outer chainring and lift up the chain from the middle of the ring - if you can lift it more than half a link, the chain or chainring, or both, are probably worn.

In general KMC recommends checks at the following intervals: - road use and riding in the dry: every 500 kilometres (300 miles). - off road use or more demanding environments: every 150 kilometres (100 miles). Note: The chain life varies; it depends on the product you use, the circumstances you ride under and the maintenance you adopt.

Regular chain checker.

Digital chain checker.

Chain application chart Multiple speed (derailleur use) 11-Speed Cassette Any system ½” x 11/128” X11SL DLC World Tour X11SL DLC Black/Red X11SL DLC Black X11SL Ti-N Gold X11SL Silver X11L Ti-N Gold X11L Silver

10-speed Cassette Any system 1/2" x 11/128"

9-speed Cassette Any system 1/2" x 11/128"

7 & 8-speed Cassette Any system 1/2" x 3/32"

X10SL Ti-N/Black World Tour X10SL DLC Black/Red X10SL DLC Black/Blue X10SL DLC Black X10SL Ti-N Gold X10EL Ti-N Gold X10EL Silver X10e EPT Anti-Rust X10 EPT Anti-Rust X10e Shiny Silver X10-93 Silver/Gray X10-73 Gray

X9SL Ti-N Gold X9SL Silver X9L Ti-N Gold X9L Silver X9e EPT Anti-Rust X9 EPT Anti-Rust X9e Shiny Silver X9-93 Silver/Gray X9-73 Gray

X8-99 Silver X8-93 Silver/Gray X8 EPT Anti-Rust Z8RB Anti-Rust Z8S Silver/Brown Z8 Brown

Single speed and Internal gear hub use

Z7 Gray/Brown

Internal Gear & Single speed ½” x 1/8” Z1 INOX Z510HX Heavy Duty Z1X EPT Anti-Rust Z1 Brown S1 Brown/Color

BMX RACE ½” x 3/32” (Narrow) Z1 INOX Z1X EPT Narrow Anti-Rust Z1 Narrow Brown Z1HX Narrow Heavy Duty

BMX RACE ½” x 1/8” Z510HX Silver Z510HX Color

BMX Freestyle ½” x 3/16” K910 Silver

BMX Freestyle ½” x 1/8” KK710 K710SL Ti-N Gold K710SL Silver K710 Silver Z510HX Silver Z510H Brown

BMX Freestyle ½” x 3/32” Silver Z610HX Silver K

Track ½” x 3/16”

e-Bike (Bosch/Panasonic) ½” x 1/8” Gear Hub

e-Bike (Bosch/Panasonic) ½” x 3/32” Gear Hub

e-Bike (Bosch/Panasonic) 9-speed cassette

e-Bike (Bosch/Panasonic) 10-speed cassette

Z1INOX Z510HX Silver Z510H Brown

X1 Silver X1 EPT Z1HX Narrow Silver

X9e Shiny Silver X9e EPT Anti-Rust

X10e Shiny Silver X10e EPT Anti-Rust

½” x 3/32” (Narrow) X1 Silver or Gold Z610HX Heavy Duty

X101 Silver or Gold Z510HX Silver

Chain application chart

5 & 6-speed Cassette Any system 1/2" x 3/32"

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