SRAM took its strongest Rival chain and made it lighter. Cut-outs on the outer links shed weight, and the Flattop link shape keeps things quiet and durable on 12-speed road and 13-speed XPLR gravel drivetrains. This is the 126-link version.

Highlights

  • Flattop link shape: narrower, quieter, stronger and more durable
  • Cut-outs in the outer link plates save weight
  • Hard Chrome finish for durability (per SRAM)
  • Flattop PowerLock connector included
  • For 12-speed road and 13-speed XPLR drop-bar groups
  • eBike approved

Why Flattop

SRAM developed the narrower Flattop chain to make X-Range gearing possible. The link shape also makes the drivetrain quieter and the chain stronger and more durable.

Hard Chrome

SRAM describes a Hard Chrome finish on the Rival chain for durability through countless shifts; Hard Chrome chains are rated by SRAM at four times the elongation resistance of its other chains.

Compatibility and fit

For SRAM drop-bar drivetrains that use a Flattop chain: 12-speed road (D1/E1) and 13-speed XPLR. Check your groupset’s chain specification before ordering. Cut it to length for your chainring, cassette and frame using SRAM’s sizing instructions, and join it with the supplied PowerLock.

This SRAM component is covered by SRAM’s warranty against defects in materials and workmanship; terms are set by SRAM. Wear and service items (chains, cassettes, brake pads, rotors, tape and seals) are normal maintenance parts.

Tune Cycles can supply, fit and set up SRAM components and lodge any warranty assessment on your behalf — book at tunecycles.com.au/book.

  • SRAM Rival E1 chain (CN-RIV-E1)
  • 12 and 13-speed compatible
  • 126 links
  • Road Flattop D1/E1 chain technology
  • Flattop PowerLock D1 connector included
  • Solid pins, chrome hardened
  • eBike approved
  • Silver finish
BrandSRAM
Model/seriesRival E1 (CN-RIV-E1)
SRAM part number00.2518.071.014
Speeds12, 13
Length126 links
Chain technologyRoad Flattop D1/E1
ConnectorPowerLock D1 (included)
Inner link finishNickel
Outer link finishNickel
PinsSolid, chrome hardened
ColourSilver
eBike approvedYes
SKU PSI-SR002518071014
Brand SRAM