Description
SRAM Force Creates A Lighter, Quieter, Stronger Chain
SRAM's latest Force D1 12-speed chain sets a new standard in shifting performance, and a big part of it is the incredible performance of high-quality SRAM technology. Thanks to the use of durable materials and an innovative design, the Force D1 chain is as radical as chains get.
Developed using technology from the Red D1 chain, the Force D1 chain features the all-new Flattop design that allows for the creation of a stronger, more durable chain that is quieter than ever. This unbelievable equipment also allows the chain to be made narrower, enabling the use of new X-Range technology on the XG-1270 cassette. The result is a quieter, more durable drivetrain with a bigger gear range.
Existing technologies such as SRAM's Chrome plating process and SolidPin construction were utilized and further improved upon. The result? Possibly the most radical chain ever produced, taking performance to the next level. The SRAM Force D1 Chain is perfect for your favorite 12 speed, taking your rides to the next level.
Features:
Flattop technology allows for a narrower chain with quieter operation and increased strength and durability
Hard Chrome plated inner and outer plates for faster and more precise shifts
Tool-free PowerLock delivers a consistent way to connect chains
X-Range reimagines road cycling for wider, more useful, and smoother gear progression
Requires new Flattop PowerLock
B-Stock - This product has one or more B-Stock units available. These units can be purchased at a discount (see option select). B-Stock units were returned from other customers and may have missing or damaged packaging materials. These units are otherwise as new. The full manufacturer warranty applies. Click Here for more information.
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Reviewed 7/14/2025
by Anonymous
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Portland, OR
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1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
Solid chain
Most cyclists won't feel the performance difference between this and a RED chain. It's a great value option.
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Reviewed 7/10/2025
by R McClung
Competitive Racer
Kirkland WA
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A good long lasting chain
It's a good long lasting chain. That's about all there is to say about it.
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Reviewed 5/14/2025
by bikerdad
Competitive Racer
61401
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1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
reliable
I am a SRAM fan. One reason is the ease of replacing the chain. I tend to replace my chain sooner as opposed to stretching it out and wearing the gears out.
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Reviewed 3/13/2025
by Anonymous
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gilbert, arizona
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As always, the Force SRAM road chain is absolutely legit. Love it.
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Great chain
Not much to say about chains unfortunately. They work and hold up or they don't. One would not expect anything less from SRAM and the D1 flat top chain. I wax mine from new and they have been going with one thousand plus miles and still remain in-check when using a chain gauge to check them. I expect 3-4k from them!
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Reviewed 8/26/2024
by Cousin Vinny
Westchester County NY USA
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1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
Definite improvement over Rival Chain
Definite improvement over Rival Chain. Better finish. I hot waxed and Strip Chipped it prior to installation. Smooth running and quiet. 600 miles on it so far with 3 drip wax added. Will remove after 1000miles de-wax and give it another hot wax. I have a new hot waxed Rival chain I may run that through winter. Wish I would have bought Force instead.
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Reviewed 7/29/2024
by Germanrazor
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Asheboro, NC
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1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
It's a chain!!!!
Hey, it's a chain folks! That said, the narrow cage of the new 12-speed chains is and can be hard to tune with your RD and cassette unlike old-school 10-speed chains that are a bit forgiving. But this chain from new I waxed utilizing the Silca wax system and it is shifting and performing without a hitch! So far, very happy!
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Reviewed 8/9/2024
by Anonymous
Competitive Racer
Philly
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Helps me pedal
This chain connects my chainring to the cassette and works great! ;-) Seriously though - typical SRAM high quality.
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Reviewed 7/17/2023
by MikeD
Orange County California
1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
SRAM's Force D1 12-speed chain
I have the force etap system on my Trek road bike.
The original 12-speed chain has over 9,000 miles on it. Lots of stressful miles of climbing and shifting.
I started to notice a little lag or sloppiness in the shifting. I use my part chain tool and saw that it was pretty well worn, surprisingly it was still at about 2% left. Anyway, long story short. I replaced it with a new one and it rides like a new bike now.
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Reviewed 7/11/2024
by Anonymous
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Southern Utah
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Sram Force Chain
These new Sram flattop chains seem to work well. Have them on three of my road bikes and they are preforming well. Nice and quiet, and no shifting issues.
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Reviewed 1/8/2024
by Mamba
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Oakland, CA
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Great chain at a good value
Great chain at a good price.
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1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
Excellent
Works like a chain. Easy to install.
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Reviewed 7/2/2021
by Chillen
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Atlanta, GA
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4 of 4 customers found this review helpful.
This chain is great, very quiet and the SRAM AXS system is outstanding.
If you have SRAM Force AXS then the chain is a must have. Fortunately, it's a great value and lasts a good while.
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Perfect replacement
Genuine sram chain, works as expected.
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