Shimano Chainrings
Manufacturing bike parts since 1921, Japanese company Shimano dominates today's bicycle component market. The brand is synonymous with both precision and innovation. Cyclists choose Shimano repeatedly because they trust the brand's well-earned reputation for quality. Suitable for building your own bike, or when you need to replace essential parts, the brand produces an extensive range of components. Besides brakes and other drivetrain parts, Shimano's chainrings are among its most popular product lines.
In fact, the brand is a pioneer in chainring design. During the 1980s, Shimano was the first company to create oval chainrings with its popular Biospace design. Today you can discover a large selection of Shimano branded chainrings at Bikester, including options for both 1xsetup and front derailleurs. You will also find plenty of choices for both road bikes and mountain bikes.
Bestselling Shimano chainrings
Shimano 105 chainrings are one of the bestselling ranges for road bikes. This range includes excellent 2-speed options, such as the 105 FC-5750 or the 105 FC-5700. A Shimano 105 chainring is an affordable choice but is also suitable for cyclists of every level, including competitive riders. Shimano Ultegra chainrings such as the FC-6750, however, offer road bikers a more lightweight solution. For mountain bikers, check out our bestselling Shimano Alivio, Deore, or Acera chainrings. One of the highest-rated mountain bikes is the Deore XT FC-M8000, which features the brand's innovative Dynamic Chain Engagement technology.
Chainring buying guide
The chainring is an essential part of any bike, holding the front portion of the chain. It works in tandem with the cassette, which holds the back of the chain, and enables the cyclist to change gears. Along with the crankset, bottom bracket, chain, and cassette, the chainring forms the drivetrain section of a bike. The drivetrain is an essential element of the bike's network as it helps transfer power from the pedals to the wheels.
When you shop for a Shimano chainring you need to consider if you want to use it with a front derailleur with 2 or more speeds, or if you want an increasingly popular single ring, 1x setup. You also need to consider whether you want a ring fitted to an inner or outer crank. It's also essential that you select the correct BCD (Bolt Circle Diameter), to ensure the chainring fits your bike. Check the mounting options and choose between four screw, five screw, or direct mounting. Teeth size and overall weight are further factors for consideration.
Drivetrain parts and other Shimano components
We find Shimano parts perform best when they're used in combination with other parts from the same brand. That's why we stock a vast range of Shimano items. As well as chainrings, you'll discover wheels & hubs, Shimano bottom brackets, and quick release axels. You'll also find a wide choice of cassettes, chains, crank arms, cranksets, and chains.
Shop the Bikester Shimano chainring range and explore a choice of 2-speed, 3-speed, or 1-speed setup. You'll also find plenty of chainring options for both road bikes and mountain bikes.