{"product_id":"absolute-black-oval-mtb-chainring-shimano-direct-mount-hg12","title":"Absolute Black Oval MTB Chainring 1X Shimano Direct Mount HG+12 Speed-Black","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbsolute Black Oval Shimano Direct Mount Chainring is a 1x narrow-wide oval ring for XTR M9100, XT M8100, SLX M7100 and Deore M6100 12-speed cranks, sharpening traction and chain retention. Machined from 7075 aluminium, it runs Shimano 12-speed HG+ chains.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Original one and only absoluteBLACK Premium, Shimano 12spd Hyperglide+ compatible Direct mount 1X Oval traction chainrings are designed for XTR M9100, XT M8100, SLX M7100 \u0026amp; Deore M6100 cranks. They feature the exact same excellent oval shape as rest of our oval chainring portfolio. This new type of direct mount chainring will make your Shimano crank looking great and perfectly mesh with Shimano 12spd Hyperglide+ chain. This particular chainring will ONLY works with CN-M9100, 8100, 7100 \u0026amp; 6100 Shimano 12spd Hyperglide+ chain due to different thickness of the teeth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is ideal for 1x 12spd. Oval (elliptical) chainring does not compromise the work of clutch mechanism in rear derailleur. It also does not require chain tensioner when using in singlespeed application. Riding out of saddle on the uphill will become more pleasant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOvality of the chainring is in range of 10-14% (dependent on size) and feels perfectly round when riding. These chainrings also help you to recover after knee injuries as pedaling becomes smoother and less exhausting. It is the most advanced oval chainring currently on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdvantages of our special Oval chainrings for Shimano XTR M9100 :\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe mastered our oval chainrings to perfection, so you can get best possible advantage from the oval\/elliptical shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinest design to provide excellent weight to strength ratio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne of a kind special oval shape (Patent Pending)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreatly improves traction and climbing abilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique Patent Pending narrow-wide teeth profiles to keep your chain in place for minimum 12 months!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecial 3D teeth machining for ultimate mud relief decrease wear and noise dramatically\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll rings have built in threads for easy of mounting and reduction in weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuperb quality and great look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou will ride faster using ovals. If you keep using round ring then others will get quicker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou will not \"feel\" the oval shape at all\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces stress on knees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to mount Absolute Black Oval Chainring to XTR M9100 Shimano 12spd Hyperglide+ crank:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing Hollowtech II BB Removal Tool (like BBB BTL-116 ), carefully open the lockring that holds the chainring on the crank(normal threads). Once the lockring is removed, take off old chainring, re-grease the splines on the crank. Place new oval chainring with convex side to the crank. Chainring\/crank has special splines that only fit one way. Close the lockring to 35-50Nm of force. Chainring is only compatible with XTR CN-M9100 chains. Using other chains may cause chain to drop very easily from the chainring due to thinner than usual teeth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize :\u003c\/strong\u003e 28T, 30T, 32T, 34T, 36T\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour Options :\u003c\/strong\u003e Black, Grey, Red, Gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility :\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits to Shimano XTR M9100 , M9120, M9130, XT M8100, M8120, M8130 , SLX M7100, M7120, M7130, Deore M6100, M6120, M6130 \u0026amp; FC-MT900 cranksets. Works ONLY with CN-M9100, 8100, 7100 \u0026amp; 6100 Shimano 12spd Hyperglide+ chain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial :\u003c\/strong\u003e CNC machined 7075 Txxx Aluminum. Long-lasting construction. Type II anodizing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChainline :\u003c\/strong\u003e Dependent on the crank model. Every crank model has different axle length, but same chainrings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOvality :\u003c\/strong\u003e Optimized to each size separately. Range: 10.2-14.4% and Timing of 110.5-116.3° after TDC (top dead center) Patent Pending\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChain Options :\u003c\/strong\u003e 12spd XTR9100, 8100, 7100 \u0026amp; 6100 Shimano 12spd Hyperglide+ chain only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChainguide needed :\u003c\/strong\u003e No. But if you want one then chain guide should have 2 teeth more capacity than nominal oval ring size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a Direct Mount chainring so please use original lockring to mount it on the crank. Always use a new chain with a new chainring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you wish to check for frame clearance with new oval ring, below you can find measurement of biggest dimension of the oval (tip to tip of tooth):\u003cbr\u003e28T: 127mm ; 30T: 134mm ; 32T: 143mm ; 34T: 151mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWORLD'S FINEST OVAL CHAINRINGS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBritish design at its best. absoluteBLACK is the largest manufacturer of oval chainrings in the World. We are devoted to extraordinary design, European manufacturing and production of parts that perform great \u0026amp; are made to last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe believe anything out there can be made better, including chainrings. We made it our goal to improve riders pedaling efficiency by changing the way how torque from the crank is delivered to rear wheel. This is how absoluteBLACK oval chainrings found its way to general market and gained Worldwide recognition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe company's foundation comes from our passion to cycling. absoluteBLACK is still a family-owned brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur design office is based in London, England. All metal components are manufactured and dispatched from Poland (EU) using German aluminium, then skillfully anodized in the United Kingdom. Because of our attention to every detail, we're proud to produce bicycle parts with an unbeatable combination of styling, performance, and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28T, 30T, 32T, 34T, 36T. Country of Origin: Poland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich cranks does it fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e Shimano XTR M9100\/M9120\/M9130, XT M8100\/M8120\/M8130, SLX M7100\/M7120\/M7130, Deore M6100\/M6120\/M6130 and FC-MT900.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhich chain must I use?\u003c\/strong\u003e Only Shimano 12-speed Hyperglide+ chains (CN-M9100\/8100\/7100\/6100); the teeth are thinner, so other chains can drop.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I mount it?\u003c\/strong\u003e With a Hollowtech II BB removal tool, undo the lockring (normal threads), fit the new ring convex-side to the crank (splines fit one way) and torque the lockring to 35-50Nm.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a chain guide?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. But if you want one, it should have 2 teeth more capacity than the nominal ring size.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"absoluteBLACK","offers":[{"title":"32T","offer_id":49749250703610,"sku":"SHDMOVXXBK_32T","price":5025.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0484\/5069\/9427\/files\/absolute-black-oval-chainring-shimano-direct-mount-black-unitedbycycling.jpg?v=1784896840","url":"https:\/\/unitedbycycling.com\/products\/absolute-black-oval-mtb-chainring-shimano-direct-mount-hg12","provider":"United By Cycling","version":"1.0","type":"link"}