{"product_id":"kmc-x-flat-12-speed-chain-126-links-sram-flattop-systems","title":"KMC X FLAT 12-Speed Chain – 126 Links (SRAM Flattop Systems)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"415\"\u003eThe KMC X FLAT 12-Speed Chain is built specifically for modern SRAM flattop drivetrains—designed for riders running AXS and T-Type Transmission systems who want premium shifting performance, excellent durability, and a strong alternative to OEM SRAM chains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"417\" data-end=\"964\"\u003eUnlike standard 12-speed chains, the X FLAT uses KMC’s dedicated \u003cstrong data-start=\"482\" data-end=\"501\"\u003eflattop profile\u003c\/strong\u003e, engineered exclusively for SRAM’s 12- and 13-speed flattop systems. This narrower profile maintains high strength while improving shift precision and chain stability under heavy load, making it ideal for aggressive trail, enduro, and full-power eMTB riding. KMC states these chains are exclusively compatible with SRAM 12-\/13-speed AXS drivetrains and Transmission\/T-Type systems—not older Eagle or non-flattop drivetrains. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"990\"\u003eThis version comes with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003e126 links\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1036\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1036\"\u003eKMC GO pre-waxed finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1063\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1063\"\u003eMissingLink included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003eNickel plated Silver or Ti-N Gold finish options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1116\" data-end=\"1414\"\u003eThe pre-waxed treatment improves drivetrain cleanliness, reduces dirt build-up, and offers longer-lasting lubrication compared to traditional oil-based lubes. KMC also notes rewaxing does not require full dewaxing first, making ongoing maintenance much easier. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1430\"\u003eFor riders on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1455\"\u003eSRAM GX Transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003eEagle 90\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1488\"\u003eX0 Transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1489\" data-end=\"1508\"\u003eXX Transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1509\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003eXX SL Transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003e…this is a very smart premium replacement chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1607\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1591\" data-end=\"1607\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"2461\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1700\"\u003eDesigned specifically for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1660\"\u003eSRAM flattop systems\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003eCompatible with SRAM 12-\/13-speed AXS and T-Type drivetrains \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1896\"\u003eNot compatible with older Eagle mechanical systems \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1899\" data-end=\"1912\"\u003e126 links\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1953\" data-end=\"2029\"\u003eIncludes \u003cstrong data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"1979\"\u003eMissingLink\u003c\/strong\u003e connector \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2130\"\u003eWaxed with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2043\" data-end=\"2053\"\u003eKMC GO\u003c\/strong\u003e for cleaner running and reduced wear \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2131\" data-end=\"2197\"\u003eSize: \u003cstrong data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2157\"\u003e1\/2\" x 11\/128\"\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2198\" data-end=\"2290\"\u003eNickel plated Silver or Ti-N Gold finish options \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"2397\"\u003eWeight: approx. \u003cstrong data-start=\"2309\" data-end=\"2335\"\u003e244–262g per 110 links\u003c\/strong\u003e depending on finish \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2398\" data-end=\"2461\"\u003eExcellent corrosion resistance and smooth shifting under load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2463\" data-end=\"2466\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2468\" data-end=\"2502\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2471\" data-end=\"2500\"\u003eTorque Collective Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2503\" data-end=\"2576\"\u003eThis is the KMC chain we’d recommend for modern SRAM Transmission riders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2578\" data-end=\"2659\"\u003eThe biggest mistake riders make is fitting the wrong chain to T-Type drivetrains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2661\" data-end=\"2678\"\u003eFlat-top matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2680\" data-end=\"2695\"\u003eThis gives you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2696\" data-end=\"2877\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2696\" data-end=\"2734\"\u003ecorrect Transmission compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2735\" data-end=\"2767\"\u003esmoother shifting under load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2768\" data-end=\"2792\"\u003eexcellent durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2793\" data-end=\"2834\"\u003eless drivetrain mess with waxed setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2835\" data-end=\"2877\"\u003ea premium alternative to SRAM OEM chains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2879\" data-end=\"2924\"\u003eFor full-power eMTBs, this matters even more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2926\" data-end=\"2967\"\u003eMotor torque exposes weak chains quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2969\" data-end=\"3017\"\u003eThis is a genuine “fit it properly once” option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3019\" data-end=\"3022\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3024\" data-end=\"3043\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3027\" data-end=\"3043\"\u003eFit \u0026amp; Sizing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3045\" data-end=\"3062\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3063\" data-end=\"3244\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3063\" data-end=\"3092\"\u003eSRAM AXS 12-speed flattop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3093\" data-end=\"3123\"\u003eSRAM Transmission \/ T-Type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3124\" data-end=\"3143\"\u003eGX Transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3144\" data-end=\"3156\"\u003eEagle 90\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3157\" data-end=\"3176\"\u003eX0 Transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3177\" data-end=\"3244\"\u003eXX \/ XX SL Transmission \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3246\" data-end=\"3269\"\u003eNot Compatible With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3270\" data-end=\"3391\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3270\" data-end=\"3299\"\u003eOlder GX Eagle mechanical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3300\" data-end=\"3313\"\u003eX01 Eagle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3314\" data-end=\"3327\"\u003eXX1 Eagle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3328\" data-end=\"3364\"\u003eStandard non-flattop SRAM chains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3365\" data-end=\"3391\"\u003eShimano 12-speed systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3393\" data-end=\"3403\"\u003eLength\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3404\" data-end=\"3461\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3404\" data-end=\"3461\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3406\" data-end=\"3419\"\u003e126 links\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3463\" data-end=\"3525\"\u003eThis is the correct chain for modern SRAM Transmission builds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Torque Collective","offers":[{"title":"Silver","offer_id":57056499073399,"sku":null,"price":54.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gold","offer_id":57056499106167,"sku":null,"price":54.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/4224\/2679\/files\/49532-pm.png?v=1777469688","url":"https:\/\/torquecollective.uk\/products\/kmc-x-flat-12-speed-chain-126-links-sram-flattop-systems","provider":"Torque Collective","version":"1.0","type":"link"}