Absolute Black Narrow Wide Chainring for Shimano XT M8000 96 mm asymetrical - Black

Mostly famous for its oval chainrings, Absolute Black also offer round chainrings. Here is the version for Shimano XT M8000 and M7000 with 96 mm asymetrical BCD.  It is ideal for 1x 9/10/11/12 and Singlespeeds. Absolute Black chainring does not require chain tensioner when using in 1x application as this is the most advanced, patent pending narrow/wide tooth profile ever produced with guaranteed minimum 12 months of excellent chain retention capabilities

Features :

• Use : 1X only
• Color : Black
• Compatibility :Shimano XT M8000, M7000 and MT700 with 96 mm asymetrical BCD
• Material : cnc machined 7075 Txxx Aluminum. Long-lasting construction
• Finish : type II anodizing
• Mounting holes : 4 x 96 mm BCD
• Chain options : 10, 11, 12 spd chain (except Shimano HG+ 12 speed) for geared bike or 6-8 spd for SS. If used in 1x9 drivetrain - 10spd chain must be used to obtain the performance. (yes - 10spd chain will work great on 9spd cassette)
• Not compatible with Shimano HG+ 12 speed chains
• Chainguide needed : No. (but for very aggressive enduro riding it is recommended to use an upper chain guide or at minimum bashguard.)
• Chain Length : Bypassing the rear derailleur, run the chain around front chainring/largest cog combination. (For the full suspension frame, position the rear suspension for the greatest chain length required. It's usually a normal position where rear shock if fully extended) Add 2 to 4 segments of the chain to this length for proper chain length.
• Designed in UK. Manufactured in Poland (EU)

Use the stock 1X Shimano M8 chainring bolts that come with crank. IMPORTANT - if you are converting from 2X crank to 1X and wish to mount 30T absoluteBLACK ring you need to purchase 1X bolts from Shimano, because 2X bolts are to short. Other sizes can use Shimano 2X bolts

Absolute Black is the brand of the champions and is for exemple used by Silver World Champion Marek Konwa and also by World Champion Maja Wloszczowska!

Weight : 43 gr in 30T