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Bike Chains South Africa

Keep your drivetrain running smoothly with premium bike chains from Olympic Cycles. We stock a wide range of road bike chains, mountain bike (MTB) chains, gravel bike chains and e-bike chains from leading brands including Shimano, SRAM, KMC, Campagnolo, TAYA and PYC.

Whether you're replacing a worn chain, upgrading your drivetrain or servicing your bike, you'll find high-quality chains for 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13-speed drivetrains. Our collection is designed to deliver smooth shifting, efficient power transfer and long-lasting durability for every style of riding.

Browse our collection of genuine bicycle chains and enjoy expert advice, competitive pricing and fast nationwide delivery throughout South Africa.

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Kmc Chain X11Sl 11 Speed - Superlight Gold

KMC
R 950.00 - R 950.00
R 950.00
R 950.00 - R 950.00
R 950.00

Kmc Chain 11 Speed X11El Gold

KMC
R 999.00 - R 999.00
R 999.00
R 999.00 - R 999.00
R 999.00

Highlights: Double X-Durability: KMC's on-going battle to prolong the chain's life makes KMC X-chains your best choice for durability. With sat...

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Kmc Chain 11 Speed Sp X11El Tbd

KMC
R 999.00 - R 999.00
R 999.00
R 999.00 - R 999.00
R 999.00

Chain Sl Ti 101

Olympic Cycles
R 890.00 - R 890.00
R 890.00
R 890.00 - R 890.00
R 890.00

Sram Chain Pc-Ex1 10 Speed E-Mtb

Sram
R 570.00 - R 570.00
R 570.00
R 570.00 - R 570.00
R 570.00

Avalanche Chain 12 Speed

Avalanche
R 830.00 - R 830.00
R 830.00
R 830.00 - R 830.00
R 830.00

KMC Chain 11 Speed X11SL Superlight

KMC
R 1,120.00 - R 1,120.00
R 1,120.00
R 1,120.00 - R 1,120.00
R 1,120.00

Our Super Light Chain sets a new standard with weight reduction, improved shifting performance & enhanced durability. 11 Speed – ½”x11/12...

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Sram Chain Pc-1051 10 Speed 114 Links

Sram
R 550.00 - R 550.00
R 550.00
R 550.00 - R 550.00
R 550.00

Taya Chain 1 Speed 1/2 1/8 114L

TAYA
R 75.00 - R 75.00
R 75.00
R 75.00 - R 75.00
R 75.00

Shimano Chain Cnhg901 11Spd 138

Shimano
R 1,330.00 - R 1,330.00
R 1,330.00
R 1,330.00 - R 1,330.00
R 1,330.00

Sram Chain Pc-X01 Eagle 126 Links 12 Speed

Sram
R 1,905.00 - R 1,905.00
R 1,905.00
R 1,905.00 - R 1,905.00
R 1,905.00

Sram Chain PC-1/7 Single Speed 114 Links

Sram
R 230.00 - R 230.00
R 230.00
R 230.00 - R 230.00
R 230.00

Single Speed chain with PowerLock 1S Connector   Features Single Speed PowerLock 1S Connector Specifications Compat - Speed (CN) ...

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Kmc Chain Link 7/8 Speed 2Pc

KMC
R 115.00 - R 115.00
R 115.00
R 115.00 - R 115.00
R 115.00

Kmc Chain X12 12 Speed 126 Silver

KMC
R 960.00 - R 960.00
R 960.00
R 960.00 - R 960.00
R 960.00

Pyc Chain 1/2 X 3/32 Z33

PYC
R 65.00 - R 65.00
R 65.00
R 65.00 - R 65.00
R 65.00

KMC Chain 12 Speed X Flat Waxed

KMC
R 680.00 - R 680.00
R 680.00
R 680.00 - R 680.00
R 680.00

Description The KMC X Series chains are developed on decades of drivetrain R&D expertise, integrating advanced engineering and manufacturing...

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Kmc Chain 12 Speed E12 E-Bike

KMC
R 1,150.00 - R 1,150.00
R 1,150.00
R 1,150.00 - R 1,150.00
R 1,150.00

intended use : e-bike Material: steel Dimensions: 1/2 "x11 / 128" Compatibility: E-bike with mid-engine Number of links: 130 Special feature: ...

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Sram Chain Pc-Xx1 12 Speed Black Eagle 126 Links

Sram
R 2,495.00 - R 2,495.00
R 2,495.00
R 2,495.00 - R 2,495.00
R 2,495.00

Sram Chain PC-XXSL T-Type Eagle 126L 12 Speed

Sram
R 3,950.00 - R 3,950.00
R 3,950.00
R 3,950.00 - R 3,950.00
R 3,950.00

Specifically engineered to optimize Eagle Transmission, the XX SL Eagle Transmission Flattop Chain features a unique flat top. Not only does this s...

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Sram Chain Pc-70 T-Type Eagle 126Link

Sram
R 625.00 - R 625.00
R 625.00
R 625.00 - R 625.00
R 625.00

SRAM 12-Speed T-Type Chain The SRAM 12-Speed T-Type Chain combines polished aesthetics with high-performance shifting for modern 12-speed drivet...

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Taya Chain 8 Speed Tb600

TAYA
R 165.00 - R 165.00
R 165.00
R 165.00 - R 165.00
R 165.00

Kmc Chain 10 Speed E10 E-Bike

KMC
R 490.00 - R 490.00
R 490.00
R 490.00 - R 490.00
R 490.00

KEY FEATURES: -1/2 X 11/128 -Pin Length: 5.88 mm -Weight: 269 grams -Color: Dark Silver

Kmc Chain Link 11 Speed 2Pc

KMC
R 240.00 - R 240.00
R 240.00
R 240.00 - R 240.00
R 240.00

Avalanche Crankset 20inch (Antix)

Avalanche
R 120.00 - R 120.00
R 120.00
R 120.00 - R 120.00
R 120.00

Speed Chain 9 Speed 6.6MM 116L

Giant
R 90.00 - R 90.00
R 90.00
R 90.00 - R 90.00
R 90.00

  9-Speed Bicycle Chain – 6.6 mm, 116 Links A 9-speed bicycle chain (6.6 mm width, 116 links) is the standard replacement chain...

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Speed Chain 8 Speed 7.1MM 116L

SPEED
R 55.00 - R 55.00
R 55.00
R 55.00 - R 55.00
R 55.00

8-Speed Bicycle Chain – 7.1mm Width The specifications describe a high-performance 8-speed bicycle chain, designed for smooth and reliable opera...

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Sram Chain Pc-Nx Eagle 12 Speed 126 Links

Sram
R 605.00 - R 605.00
R 605.00
R 605.00 - R 605.00
R 605.00

Kmc Chain 11 Speed E11 E-Bike

KMC
R 620.00 - R 620.00
R 620.00
R 620.00 - R 620.00
R 620.00

– 122 Link – Weight:272 grams. – High-end. – Durability Triple X. – Electric Bike. – Non-directional. – Nickel-plated. – for elect...

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KMC Chain K1SL Single Speed 1/2"x1/8"

KMC
R 370.00 - R 370.00
R 370.00
R 370.00 - R 370.00
R 370.00

Sram Chain Pc-1110 11 Speed 114 Links

Sram
R 385.00 - R 385.00
R 385.00
R 385.00 - R 385.00
R 385.00

Bravvos Chain Link 1/2 X 3/32 10 Speed

Bravvos
R 30.00 - R 30.00
R 30.00
R 30.00 - R 30.00
R 30.00

Shimano Chain Hg701 11 Speed 138L

Shimano
R 1,010.00 - R 1,010.00
R 1,010.00
R 1,010.00 - R 1,010.00
R 1,010.00

Shimano CN-HG701-11 11-Speed Chain (138L, Quick Link) Shimano CN-HG701-11 Chain 138L Quick Link What it is The Shimano CN-HG701-11 (138 li...

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Shimano Chain CNHG601 11 Speed Road/Mtb 116 Links

Shimano
R 635.00 - R 635.00
R 635.00
R 635.00 - R 635.00
R 635.00

Shimano Chain CNM9100 12 Speed L/Ql

Shimano
R 1,485.00 - R 1,485.00
R 1,485.00
R 1,485.00 - R 1,485.00
R 1,485.00

Shimano 12-Speed Chain (L / QL – Quick Link Type) What Is It? The term “Shimano Chain 12 Speed L/QL” usually refers to a Shimano 12-speed MTB...

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Speed Chain 7 Speed 7.3MM 116L

SPEED
R 50.00 - R 50.00
R 50.00
R 50.00 - R 50.00
R 50.00

7-Speed Bicycle Chain – 7.3mm, 116 Links (Brown) This 7-speed bicycle chain is a durable and versatile replacement component designed for 6, 7, ...

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Shimano Chain Cnhg701 11 Speed 126 W/Ql

Shimano
R 825.00 - R 825.00
R 825.00
R 825.00 - R 825.00
R 825.00

  Shimano CN-HG701-11 11-Speed Chain (126 links, Quick Link) Shimano CN-HG701-11 Chain 11-Speed 126 Links Quick Link W...

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Sram Chain PC-X0 T-Type Eagle 126 Links

Sram
R 2,445.00 - R 2,445.00
R 2,445.00
R 2,445.00 - R 2,445.00
R 2,445.00

What Is It? The SRAM PC-X0 T-Type Eagle 126 Links is a premium 12-speed Flattop chain engineered specifically for SRAM Eagle Transmission (T-Typ...

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Sram Chain S500 12 Speed Eagle Drivetrain Rainbow

Sram
R 2,050.00 - R 2,050.00
R 2,050.00
R 2,050.00 - R 2,050.00
R 2,050.00

What Is It? The SRAM S500 Eagle 12-Speed Chain Rainbow is a high-performance 12-speed mountain bike chain designed for the SRAM Eagle Drivetrain...

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Sram Chain Pc-Xx T-Type Eagle 126Links

Sram
R 3,095.00 - R 3,095.00
R 3,095.00
R 3,095.00 - R 3,095.00
R 3,095.00

What Is It? The SRAM PC-XX T-Type Eagle 126 Links is SRAM's flagship 12-speed Flattop chain for Eagle Transmission (T-Type) drivetrains. Built f...

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Shimano Chain 11 speed CN-E8000 E-Bike 138 Link With Quicklink

Shimano
R 1,165.00 - R 1,165.00
R 1,165.00
R 1,165.00 - R 1,165.00
R 1,165.00

What Is It? The Shimano CN-E8000 11-Speed E-Bike Chain (138 Links) with Quick Link is a premium 11-speed drive chain specifically engineered for...

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Shimano Chain Cn-Hg601 11 Speed 126 W/Ql

Shimano
R 695.00 - R 695.00
R 695.00
R 695.00 - R 695.00
R 695.00

What Is It? The Shimano CN-HG601 11-Speed Chain (126 Links) with Quick Link is a high-performance directional 11-speed chain developed for road,...

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Shimano Chain M6100 12 Speed 126

Shimano
R 610.00 - R 610.00
R 610.00
R 610.00 - R 610.00
R 610.00

Shimano CN-M6100 Deore 12-Speed Chain (126 Links) Shimano CN-M6100 12-Speed Chain 126 Links What it is The Shimano CN-M6100 is a: 12...

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Shimano Chain CNHG54 10 Speed 116 Links

Shimano
R 395.00 - R 395.00
R 395.00
R 395.00 - R 395.00
R 395.00

???? What it is The Shimano CN-HG54 is a Super Narrow HG-X 10-speed MTB chain designed for Shimano drivetrain systems. It’s used on: ??...

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Taya Chain 5/6 Speed Tb408

TAYA
R 70.00 - R 70.00
R 70.00
R 70.00 - R 70.00
R 70.00

Taya Chain 5/6-Speed TB408 What Is It? The Taya TB408 chain is a budget-to-mid-range bicycle chain designed for 5, 6, and 7-speed drivetrains...

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Taya Chain 9 Speed Tb90

TAYA
R 210.00 - R 210.00
R 210.00
R 210.00 - R 210.00
R 210.00

Taya Chain TB90 (9 Speed) The Taya TB90 9-Speed Chain is a mid-range 9-speed bicycle chain designed for MTB, road, and commuter drivetrains. It ...

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Sram Chain PC-Force 12/13 Speed Flattop 126 Links

Sram
R 1,260.00 - R 1,260.00
R 1,260.00
R 1,260.00 - R 1,260.00
R 1,260.00

SRAM Force Flattop Chain (12/13-Speed Compatible) The SRAM Force chain is engineered to be lighter, stronger, and more durable for high-perfor...

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Speed Chain 1/2X1/8 Brown

SPEED
R 45.00 - R 45.00
R 45.00
R 45.00 - R 45.00
R 45.00

Speed Chain 1/2 x 1/8 Brown The Speed Chain 1/2" x 1/8" Brown is a durable single-speed bicycle chain designed for reliable everyday performance...

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Taya Chain 10 Speed Tb101

TAYA
R 385.00 - R 385.00
R 385.00
R 385.00 - R 385.00
R 385.00

???? Taya Chain TB101 (10 Speed) The Taya TB101 10-Speed Chain is a narrow 10-speed derailleur chain designed for MTB, road, hybrid, and commute...

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I choose the right bike chain? +
Choose a bike chain that matches the number of speeds on your drivetrain. Olympic Cycles stocks chains for 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13-speed bicycles from leading cycling brands.
When should I replace my bike chain? +
Most cyclists should replace their chain once it reaches the recommended wear limit to maintain smooth shifting and help reduce wear on the cassette and chainrings.
Are road, MTB and gravel bike chains different? +
Many modern chains are compatible across road and MTB drivetrains with the same number of speeds, while others are designed for specific groupsets or e-bike applications. Always check the product specifications before purchasing.
Which bike chain brands does Olympic Cycles stock? +
Olympic Cycles stocks genuine bicycle chains from leading brands including Shimano, SRAM, KMC, Campagnolo, TAYA and PYC, with options for road, MTB, gravel and e-bikes.
Does Olympic Cycles sell bike chains in South Africa? +
Yes. Olympic Cycles stocks a wide range of genuine bike chains for road cycling, mountain biking, gravel riding and commuting, with fast nationwide delivery throughout South Africa.