Shimano CN-HG53 Chain - 9-Speed, 116 Links, Gray

Recommended for DEORE and TIAGRA. Precision construction. Super-narrow 9-Speed construction.

SPECIFICATIONS
Model: Deore HG-53 9 Speed
Application: MTB, Road, City & Touring
Gearing: 9-speed
Weight: 299g

Shimano Item Number:
ECNHG53C116I
UPC : 689228893559

Technical Information:
Links: 116
Closure Type: silver chain pin (ampoule type)
Pin Type: chromed, solid
Directional: no
Material: steel

FEATURES
– super narrow HG 9-speed chain
– for all Shimano 9-speed drivetrains (MTB and Road)
– for Shimano 8-speed Linkglide drivetrains and Shimano Alfine
– precision machined for high durability, reliability and shifting performance
– minimal tolerance
– for HG cogs
– especially quick rear down shifting
– Pink Link outer plates: Grey, Roller inner plates: Brown
– performance indicator: select (level 1 out of 3)

Technology:
HG
The inner and outer plates, designed for better contact with gear teeth, allow smooth shifting even under high load conditions. In addition, the chain has achieved a pedaling efficiency of 0.6 % higher. In order to obtain good gear shifting performance, this chain has a forward side and a reverse side, and the sides are marked so that the chain will face the correct way when installed.