KMC Z8.1
Chain
Specifications
- Manufacturer
- KMC
- Name
- Z8.1
- MPN
- Z8.1
- Rear Speeds
- 8
- Drivetrain Brand
- Other
- Chain Standard
- Standard
Compatibility
KMC Z8.1 is a KMC chain. It is an 8-speed component. Everything listed below was matched on a specification we hold for both parts: the interface each pairing actually depends on, such as freehub body, speed count, actuation or mounting standard. Where we could not verify that interface, the part is left out rather than assumed to fit.
Cranksets for this chain9
Mechanically compatibleShimano
CRANKSET 2X8s
- Both are 8-speed
Mechanically compatibleShimano
TOURNEY TY MTB CRANKSET 181.5 MM Q-FACTOR 3X8/7/6s
- Both are 8-speed
Mechanically compatibleShimano
TOURNEY TY MTB CRANKSET 185.5 MM Q-FACTOR 3X8/7/6s
- Both are 8-speed
Mechanically compatibleShimano
CLARIS CRANKSET 2X8s
- Both are 8-speed
Mechanically compatibleShimano
CLARIS CRANKSET 3X8s
- Both are 8-speed
Mechanically compatibleShimano
CLARIS CRANKSET WITH CHAIN GUARD 2X8s
- Both are 8-speed
Mechanically compatibleShimano
CLARIS CRANKSET WITH CHAIN GUARD 3X8s
- Both are 8-speed
Mechanically compatibleShimano
TOURNEY CRANKSET 2X8/7s
- Both are 8-speed
Mechanically compatibleShimano
TOURNEY TY MTB CRANKSET 3X8s
- Both are 8-speed
Cassettes for this chain15
microSHIFT
H-Series 8 Speed Cassette 11-32
- Both are 8-speed
microSHIFT
H-Series 8 Speed Cassette 11-34
- Both are 8-speed
microSHIFT
H-Series 8 Speed Cassette 12-32
- Both are 8-speed
Shares a standardShimano
HG CASSETTE 8s (CS-HG300-8)
- Both are 8-speed
Shares a standardShimano
HG CASSETTE 8s (CS-HG400-8)
- Both are 8-speed
Shares a standardShimano
HG CASSETTE 8s (CS-HG50-8)
- Both are 8-speed
Shares a standardSRAM
PG-830 Cassette
- Both are 8-speed
Shares a standardSRAM
PG-850 Cassette
- Both are 8-speed
Shares a standardShimano
TX HG CASSETTE 8s
- Both are 8-speed
microSHIFT
Acolyte H-Series 8 Speed Cassette 11-38
- Both are 8-speed
microSHIFT
Acolyte H-Series 8 Speed Cassette 11-42
- Both are 8-speed
microSHIFT
Acolyte H-Series 8 Speed Cassette 12-42
- Both are 8-speed
microSHIFT
Acolyte H-Series 8 Speed Cassette 12-46
- Both are 8-speed
microSHIFT
H-Series 8 Speed Cassette 11-28
- Both are 8-speed
microSHIFT
H-Series 8 Speed Cassette 12-25
- Both are 8-speed
Frequently Asked Questions
What fits KMC Z8.1?
On this page we list cranksets for this chain, cassettes for this chain. Each listing was matched on a specification we hold for both parts; anything we could not verify is omitted rather than assumed to fit.
Can I use a higher or lower speed chain with KMC Z8.1?
No. KMC Z8.1 is an 8-speed component and needs an 8-speed chain. Chains for different speed counts have different external widths and inner-plate profiles, which causes poor shifting or interference with the neighbouring sprockets.