The chainring on a 1x system will only "see" the internal of the chain, so yes, a 11 speed chain will work fine with a 12 speed chainring (that's usually 11/12sp chainring).
Are 11 and 12 speed quick links the same?
Newer 11 and 12-speed links are much the same as those 10-speed links, and most are designed to be closed once.
Are Shimano 11 and 12 speed compatibility?
The 12-speed cassettes will work on any existing 11-speed Shimano-compatible wheel or smart trainer. Unlike past groups with short- and long-cage options, there is just a single Dura-Ace derailleur and a single Ultegra derailleur.
What chains are compatible with Shimano 12 speed?
A Shimano 12-speed chain can work with a 12-speed SRAM chainring if the quick-link is replaced with a SRAM or KMC one. The downside of this approach is that the drivetrain will be louder and wear out faster as there's extra contact between the teeth of the chainring and the inner plates of the chain.
Can you use an 11 Speed Quick Link on a 10 speed?
As above, 11spd chains are narrower than 10spd. You won't be able to do the link up.
23 related questions foundCan you use a 11 speed chain pin on a 10 speed chain?
Since the 11 speed chain is narrower, the connection pin will be narrower than for a 10 speed. While it might work, I certainly wouldn't recommend it. What you can do is use a SRAM powerlock designed for 10 speed applications. 10 speed is powerLOCK, not powerLINK.
Are Shimano and KMC chains compatible?
One of the main advantages of KMC chains is that they are compatible with Sram, Campagnolo, and Shimano drivetrains.
Are all 11 speed chains compatible?
11 speed chains of all the manufacturers are mutually compatible. Since 10 and 11 speed chains are almost the same width, as well as cassette teeth, 10 speed chain can be used in stead of 11 speed one, without it jamming between the sprockets.
Can I use a 11 speed derailleur with a 12 speed cassette?
Yes you can run a 9/10/11 & 12 speed cassette on a shimano free hub, a Sunrace 12 speed will fit. XTR 12 speed is completely different setup!
Can I upgrade Shimano 11 speed to 12 speed?
Unfortunately no, there is not. As I've mentioned above, 11-speed Di2 components need a firmware update to make them work with 12-speed Di2.
Can you add links to a 12 speed chain?
Yes, you can add links to a bike chain , but you need to be careful that you have the right tools ( Chain Tool/Master Link Pliers) and correct methods. To check if your chain is undersized, shift onto the largest chainring and the largest cog.
Can I use KMC missing link on Shimano chain?
Yes it most certainly is the case that a KMC link can be used successfully on a Shimano chain.
Can I use KMC missing link on SRAM chain?
Yes. I've used SRAM and KMC missing links on 9- and 10-speed Shimano chains for years.
Are KMC 11 speed chains directional?
KMC 11 speed chains are not directional but I've found that installing the fat end of the Missing Link in the forward direction helps shifting. Shimano 11 speed chains, some are marked directional and others are not.
Is KMC better than Shimano?
The difference between the Shimano chain and the KMC is marginal; your choice will always come to personal preference. For a professional rider or a rider looking for reliability and to improve their performance, you cannot go wrong with a Shimano chain.
Are Shimano chains interchangeable?
When SRAM entered the road groupset market in 2006, it decided to adopt Shimano's specifications for its chains and cassettes. As a result, the chains and cassettes from the two brands have always been completely interchangeable for any given type of transmission (e.g. 11-speed).
Are all SRAM 12 speed chains interchangeable?
SRAM Eagle 12-Speed Chain
If you have a SRAM XX1, X01, GX or NX Eagle MTB groupset, you will need a 12-speed SRAM Eagle chain. The SRAM Eagle 12-speed chains are cross compatible with one another — the only variance between them is weight and material.
Are 11 speed and 12 speed cassettes the same width?
XD. -> freehub body has the width of mtb 11 speed hub shell, which is 1.85mm narrower than the Sram 12 speed cassette.
Will 12 speed chain work with 10 speed cassette?
-chains have the same outer dimension, the 12 speed derailleur would have narrower cogs than what required for a 10 speed. -As long as you can set the high/low limits on the derailleur to keep it on the cassette it should be fine.
What is the difference between 11 speed and 12 speed cassette?
Since the 12-speed cassette has the same total width as the 11-speed, the space between cogs is narrower. This leads to “faster” shifting since the derailleur doesn't need to move as far to switch gears. Obviously, this is all dependent on cadence, and a higher cadence will maximize the advantage.
Can you use an 11 speed shifter on a 12 speed cassette?
So there you go folks, there is no difference in indexing spacing between 11 and 12 speed, the difference is all at the derailleur end. So you can't use a 12 speed derailleur on an 11 speed setup or vice versa but you can you an xtr 12/11 speed shifter on an 11 speed drivetrain.
