{"product_id":"shimano-xt-ultegra-cn-m8100-12-chain","title":"Shimano XT \u0026 Ultegra CN-M8100-12 Chain","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eShimano XT \u0026amp; Ultegra CN-M8100 12-Speed Chain\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eKeep your rhythm steady when the terrain gets rough. The \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"57\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eShimano CN-M8100-12\u003c\/b\u003e Chain is a high-performance 12-speed chain designed as a crucial link in both the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"153\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eDeore XT M8100\u003c\/b\u003e mountain bike and \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"186\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eUltegra R8100\u003c\/b\u003e road\/gravel ecosystems. Built to handle the massive torque of modern trail riding, aggressive road sprints, and high-output E-bike systems, this chain delivers silent, lightning-fast shifting in both directions—even under full pedaling loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eFeaturing an asymmetrical, directional plate configuration, the CN-M8100 features extended inner plate edges. This proprietary design dramatically improves chain retention on \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"175\" data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eDynamic Chain Engagement+\u003c\/b\u003e chainrings, virtually eliminating dropped chains without sacrificing efficiency. Combined with a state-of-the-art \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"315\" data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eSIL-TEC\u003c\/b\u003e surface treatment, this chain cuts down on mechanical friction and noise, meaning you can focus on the trail or road ahead instead of a noisy drivetrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eKey Technologies\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003eHyperglide+ Optimised:\u003c\/b\u003e Engineered with high-precision contact surfaces to glide seamlessly across the ramps of your 12-speed cassette. Enjoy continuous power transfer during shifts without interrupting your cadence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003eSIL-TEC \u0026amp; Chromising Treatment:\u003c\/b\u003e Applied to the inner plates and rollers, this ultra-low friction fluorine plating shrugs off mud, dirt, and grit. Paired with chrome-plated inner pins, it significantly extends the chain's overall lifespan under harsh off-road and on-road conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003eExtended Inner Plates:\u003c\/b\u003e Promotes a tighter, more secure connection with the chainring and cassette teeth, reducing annoying vibrations and delivering a whisper-quiet ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003eE-Bike Rated:\u003c\/b\u003e Fully approved for heavy-duty torque loads, making it the perfect upgrade or replacement for modern E-MTB and E-touring drivetrains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eLength Options \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eChoose the perfect link length to match your chainring size, chainstay length, and rear derailleur cage setup. \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"111\" data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eNote: We exclusively stock the versatile 126-link and 138-link variants to fit modern long-reach geometries and high-gear-range cassettes.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100.038%; height: 215.434px;\" data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5849px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.6252%; height: 19.5849px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.5333%; height: 19.5849px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e126-Link Variant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 43.3967%; height: 19.5849px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e138-Link Variant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5849px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.6252%; height: 19.5849px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0,0\"\u003eModel Number\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.5333%; height: 19.5849px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,1,1,0\"\u003eCN-M8100 (126 Links)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 43.3967%; height: 19.5849px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,1,2,0\"\u003eCN-M8100 (138 Links)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 58.7548px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.6252%; height: 58.7548px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0,0\"\u003eBest Suited For\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.5333%; height: 58.7548px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,2,1,0\"\u003eStandard MTB, gravel, and modern 12-speed road bike setups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 43.3967%; height: 58.7548px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,2,2,0\"\u003eLong chainstay bikes, full-suspension rigs, and E-MTBs with wide-range cassettes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1698px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.6252%; height: 39.1698px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0,0\"\u003eManufacturer MPN\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.5333%; height: 39.1698px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,3,1,0\"\u003eICNM8100126Q\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 43.3967%; height: 39.1698px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,3,2,0\"\u003eICNM8100138Q\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5849px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.6252%; height: 19.5849px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.5333%; height: 19.5849px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 43.3967%; height: 19.5849px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5849px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.6252%; height: 19.5849px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0,0\"\u003eAverage Weight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.5333%; height: 19.5849px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,5,1,0\"\u003e~279 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 43.3967%; height: 19.5849px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,5,2,0\"\u003e~305 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1698px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.6252%; height: 39.1698px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"12,6,0,0\"\u003eIncluded Connection\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.5333%; height: 39.1698px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,6,1,0\"\u003eShimano SM-CN910-12 Quick-Link\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 43.3967%; height: 39.1698px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,6,2,0\"\u003eShimano SM-CN910-12 Quick-Link\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch6 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eQuick Tech Specs\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003eSpeed Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e 12-speed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e HG 12-speed (\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirectional design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003ePin Link Plate Treatment:\u003c\/b\u003e Gray finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\"\u003eRoller Link Plate Treatment:\u003c\/b\u003e SIL-TEC \/ Chromised\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\"\u003eRoller Link Pin:\u003c\/b\u003e Solid (chrome plated)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0\"\u003eInstallation Connector:\u003c\/b\u003e Non-reusable Quick-Link (included)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,0\"\u003ePro Installation Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e The CN-M8100 is a \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"40\" data-path-to-node=\"16,0\"\u003edirectional chain\u003c\/b\u003e. When looping it through your drivetrain, ensure the logo\/text side of the outer plates is facing \u003ci data-index-in-node=\"156\" data-path-to-node=\"16,0\"\u003eoutward\u003c\/i\u003e (away from the frame). Installing it backward will severely compromise your shifting performance and accelerate drivetrain wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch6 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003ePros \u0026amp; \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 0, 0);\"\u003eCons\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003eHyperglide+ shifting perfection\u003c\/b\u003e means you can shift seamlessly under massive pedaling loads without losing power or risk of skipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003eSIL-TEC fluorine coating and chromized pins\u003c\/b\u003e dramatically lower friction, run incredibly quiet, and resist wear in muddy, gritty, or wet conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003eExtended inner plate edges\u003c\/b\u003e offer superb chain retention, minimizing the risk of dropped chains on technical terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003eFully E-bike rated\u003c\/b\u003e and tough enough to handle high-torque mid-drive motors without stretching prematurely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\"\u003eIncluded SM-CN910-12 Quick-Link\u003c\/b\u003e makes tool-free installation and trail-side repairs straightfor\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eward.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 0, 0);\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\"\u003eStrictly directional\u003c\/b\u003e design means it is easy to install backward if you aren't paying attention, which will ruin shifting performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 0, 0);\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,6,0\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,6,0\"\u003eThe 12-speed Quick-Link is non-reusable\u003c\/b\u003e; once snapped open for deep chain cleaning, a fresh Quick-Link must be installed to maintain connection safety.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/bike.shimano.com\/en-UK\/support-and-service\/warranty.html\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eShimano Garantie\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shimano","offers":[{"title":"126 links","offer_id":58274354299228,"sku":"ICNM8100126Q","price":33.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"138 links","offer_id":58274354331996,"sku":"ICNM8100138Q","price":39.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0996\/2599\/2540\/files\/shimano_xt_ultegra_CN-M8100-12spd_chainsq800.png?v=1784032731","url":"https:\/\/bicyquel.eu\/products\/shimano-xt-ultegra-cn-m8100-12-chain","provider":"bicyquel _","version":"1.0","type":"link"}