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HG CHAIN DESIGN FOR HYPERGLIDE+

 

HYPERGLIDE+ dedicated chain delivers greater chain retention, improved shifting efficiency, and smoother transmission over rough terrain.

Benefits & Features

・ Improved chain retention encourages more aggressive all-terrain riding and relieves chain-issue anxiety.

・Smoother drivetrain transmission and enhanced shifting performance sharpens riders’ concentration and improves acceleration.

・ Better chain engagement cuts abrasion, reduces maintenance, and lengthens the lifespan of the chain.

*1: EXTENDED

*2: Holding area

Revamped HG chain features an extended inner link plate that connects seamlessly with new chainring tooth shape for ultra-efficient drivetrain performance.

This design change reduces the vibrations normally caused by the inner and outer chain plates rolling onto the chainring, and provides better chain engagement, stronger retention, and smoother pedaling. 

HG-EV

HG-EV cassette is for rider-tuned gear combination & cadence management. We provide optimal 11-speed drivetrain gear ratio; you can choice wider and closer gear combination available to match various riding disciplines. HG-EV cassette is obtained 11-speed gear without compromising the 10-speed durability and improved HYPERGLIDE shifting.

HG-X11 Chain

Silky driving, accurate shifting
HG-X11 directional chain realize more smoother shifts and greater overall performance.
Right and left sides are optimized for front and rear shifting respectively.

*1: Front

*2: Chain direction

*3: Rear

*4: Inner side

*5: Outer side

HG-X Chain

Further evolution of shifting performance
A directional mountain bike specific 10-speed HG-X chain means smoother shifts, lighter weight and greater overall performance.
HG-X directional chain: Outer side is optimized for front shifting and inner side is optimized for rear shifting.

Outer side parts

Inner side parts

*1: Chain direction

*2: Front

*3: Rear

*4: Inner side

*5: Outer side

Special 10-speed Chain for MTB

• Designed for MTB riding conditions: High • torque pedaling and muddy conditions.

• Durable: Lightweight holes on the link plate are filled.

• Mud shedding: Consistent shifting performance under muddy conditions.

* HG-X chain is not compatible with other road 10-speed systems.

HG Road 10-speed Chain

The inner outer plate, designed for better contact with gear teeth, allows smooth shifting even under high load conditions. In addition, the chain has achieved a pedaling efficiency of 0.6% higher.
In order to obtain good gear shifting performance, this chain has a forward side and a reverse side, and the sides are marked so that the chain will face the correct way when installed.

Forward (outer side)

Reverse (inner side)

The side with the mark shown in the illustration is the forward side (outer side).

HG Cassette

The distinctively designed HYPERGLIDE cassette incorporate specially positioned shift ramps and tooth profiles for improved chain control during shifting. Fast and responsive indexed shifting is the result.
The HG cassette, which was developed for the MTB 10-speed system, underwent comprehensive optimization to achieve super-highly efficient shifting.

*1: Shift start

*2: Shift completed

HG cassette

Guide the chain quickly and directly to the next sprocket without override.

*1: Shift start

*2: Shift completed

Conventional cassette

Cause the chain to ride up and over the gear teeth before engaging the sprocket.