KMC X11EL Black Tech Pre-Waxed 118L Bicycle Chain – Extra Light, Long-Lasting, 11-Speed Compatible
Upgrade your drivetrain performance with the KMC X11EL Black Tech Pre-Waxed 118L Bicycle Chain, engineered for riders who demand exceptional durability, smooth shifting, and maximum efficiency. Designed for 11-speed road, MTB, gravel, and cyclocross drivetrains, this premium chain delivers pro-level performance straight out of the box thanks to its ultra-clean, long-lasting GO Chain Wax treatment.
The X11EL features extra-lightweight punched plates, reducing overall weight while maintaining KMC’s renowned strength and reliability. Its advanced BlackTech surface treatment permanently bonds colour into the metal, meaning this chain is black through and through, exceptionally corrosion-resistant, and built to withstand the harshest conditions without fading or rusting.
Pre-waxed with KMC GO Chain Wax, this chain offers superior efficiency, minimal dirt attraction, and increased drivetrain longevity compared to oil-lubricated chains. Perfect for competitive cycling, long-distance road riding, gravel racing, and performance-focused MTB.
- Premium extra-light 11-speed chain with punched plates
- BlackTech treatment: deep-black colour, rust-resistant, long-lasting
- Pre-waxed with KMC GO Chain Wax for exceptional efficiency and durability
- Stays cleaner for longer—wax repels dirt and reduces wear
- Compatible with Shimano, SRAM & Campagnolo 11-speed drivetrains
- Double X-Bridge design ensures fast, precise shifting
- Non-directional for easy installation
- Includes KMC Missing Link
- 118 links, 1/2" x 11/128", pin length 5.65mm
- Weight: approx. 251g per 110 links
- Biodegradable wax formula, PFAS-free
- Ideal for road, MTB, gravel, cyclocross, and all-weather riding
- Recommended Wax Care Intervals
- Road bikes: every ~250 km or once per month
- MTB, gravel, CX, harsh conditions: every ~100 km
- No dewaxing required—apply wax to a dry chain and allow to fully cure before riding.
KMC’s Double X-Bridge technology, combined with precisely engineered chamfered plates, ensures crisp shifting and smooth power transfer across all 11-speed systems, including Shimano, SRAM, and Campagnolo. Non-directional design and included MissingLink make installation quick and hassle-free.