Cadenas de bicicletas

Chains are one of the most frequently replaced components on a bike, and one of the few where the quality gap between options is measurable. A well-chosen chain shifts more cleanly, runs quieter, and lasts significantly longer than a baseline option. A factory wax-treated chain from CeramicSpeed can save meaningful watts over a standard wet-lubed chain in independently tested conditions — free speed that requires no added effort. RA Cycles carries 142 chains and chain drivetrain components spanning 8 through 12-speed road and MTB compatibility, plus 1/8" track chains for fixed-gear and velodrome setups.

Brands include CeramicSpeed UFO factory-optimized chains, KMC, SRAM (including the XX SL Eagle T-Type for 12-speed MTB), Shimano, Campagnolo, YBN titanium track chains, and Ethirteen chain guide components for full-suspension mountain bikes. Whether replacing a worn chain before it damages your cassette, building up a road drivetrain, or speccing a track bike, the range covers every speed standard in current use.

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Bike Chains — How to Choose

Chain selection starts with speed compatibility — the number of sprockets on your cassette. Chains are width-matched to their intended speed: 12-speed chains are narrower than 11-speed, which are narrower than 10-speed, and so on down to the wide 1/8" chains used on track and single-speed setups. Cross-compatibility exists in some cases, but matching chain to drivetrain specification is the safest approach. Wear is the issue most riders underestimate: when a chain stretches beyond roughly 0.75% of standard pitch length, cassette wear accelerates sharply. A chain wear gauge takes seconds to use — replacing on time extends cassette life by several chain cycles.

CeramicSpeed UFO chains arrive pre-treated with their wax lubricant system and optimized for minimum friction. Third-party testing has measured 2 to 5 watt savings compared to standard wet-lubed chains at race pace — meaningful free speed without added effort. YBN titanium track chains deliver weight savings without compromising the durability required for velodrome use. SRAM XX SL Eagle T-Type chains are built specifically for their 12-speed T-Type drivetrain system, with a flattop link design that improves mud shedding and chain retention under load.

Match your chain to the right cassette, or browse cranksets and chainrings for complete drivetrain builds. Chain maintenance products are in the bike maintenance collection. Browse KMC chains and CeramicSpeed for focused brand selections.