---
product_id: 9853064
title: "Shimano HG40 116 W/CL Chain - Grey, 6/7/8 Speed"
brand: "shimano"
price: "€ 41.78"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Shimano"
url: https://www.desertcart.sk/products/9853064-shimano-hg40-116-w-cl-chain-grey-6-7-8
store_origin: SK
region: Slovakia
---

# Quick-connect master link Heat-treated for durability 6/7/8-speed compatible Shimano HG40 116 W/CL Chain - Grey, 6/7/8 Speed

**Brand:** shimano
**Price:** € 41.78
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔗 Shift smarter, ride stronger — don’t get left behind!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Shimano HG40 116 W/CL Chain - Grey, 6/7/8 Speed by shimano
- **How much does it cost?** € 41.78 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sk](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/9853064-shimano-hg40-116-w-cl-chain-grey-6-7-8)

## Best For

- shimano enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted shimano brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Built to Endure:** Heat-treated rollers, pins, and plates ensure long-lasting strength and reliability.
- • **Trusted Shimano Quality:** Join thousands of riders upgrading to a #6 best-selling chain with 4.4-star reviews.
- • **Quick-Connect Master Link:** Tool-free installation with a user-friendly connecting link—get back on the road faster.
- • **Precision Hyperglide Technology:** Chamfered inner plates optimize smooth, lightning-fast gear changes every ride.
- • **Seamless Multi-Speed Compatibility:** Effortlessly shifts across 6, 7, or 8-speed drivetrains for ultimate versatility.

## Overview

The Shimano HG40 chain is a durable, heat-treated alloy steel chain compatible with 6, 7, and 8-speed drivetrains, featuring Hyperglide technology for optimized shifting and a quick-connect master link for easy installation. Ideal for upgrading older Altus and AlivioSTX setups, it delivers smooth, reliable performance trusted by thousands of cyclists.

## Description

Product Description 114 links, 335 grams Set Contains: 1 x CHAIN

Review: Shifts good - So far so good. Better than stock for sure. Smother shifting.
Review: Master link may be a bit frustrating but all good - Working great for older Specialized MB had to cut a few links and the master is a bit annoying but got it in about 3 minutes

## Features

- Hyper glide (HG) series 6, 7, or 8-speed compatible chain, recommended for Altus and older Alivio
- STX drivetrains
- HG technology has chamfered inner plates to optimise shifting performance on HG sprockets
- Comes with quick and easy to use connecting link
- Durability is assured through the heat treatment of rollers, pins, and plates

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000NOPPTE |
| Best Sellers Rank | #14,658 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #6 in Bike Chains |
| Brand | SHIMANO |
| Brand Name | SHIMANO |
| Color | Grey |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (5,598) |
| Date First Available | August 6, 2012 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 04524667087502, 04524667220343, 04524667441465 |
| Included Components | Chain |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 5.91 x 3.94 x 3.94 inches |
| Item Length | 396 Centimeters |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 9.29 x 2.48 x 0.55 inches |
| Item Weight | 0.34 Kilograms |
| Load Capacity | 22.1 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Shimano |
| Material | Alloy Steel |
| Model Name | CNHG40 |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Package Weight | 0.37 Kilograms |
| Part Number | CEA-LSY-DNW |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Cycling |
| Size | 6/7/8 Speed |
| Specification Met | Hg-serie, Iso 9001 |
| Sport Type | 53000 Cycling |
| Strand Type | Single |
| Style | CNHG40 |
| Suggested Users | Unisex Adult |
| UPC | 689228220348 792603043057 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** SHIMANO
- **Load Capacity:** 22.1 Pounds
- **Material:** Alloy Steel
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Cycling
- **Specification Met:** Hg-serie, Iso 9001

## Images

![Shimano HG40 116 W/CL Chain - Grey, 6/7/8 Speed - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61EatTGNp4L.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Shifts good
*by A***Y on December 12, 2025*

So far so good. Better than stock for sure. Smother shifting.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Master link may be a bit frustrating but all good
*by C***Y on August 13, 2025*

Working great for older Specialized MB had to cut a few links and the master is a bit annoying but got it in about 3 minutes

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality Shimano CM-HG40 Bike Chain
*by B***Y on October 17, 2025*

Works well with Shimano Hyper Glide drivetrains. The chain is gray in color. With a properly adjusted drivetrain this chain is smooth rolling and quiet. The chain is easy to install and includes a quick connect. The chain provides smooth shifting. Good value!

## Frequently Bought Together

- SHIMANO HG40 116 W/CL Chain - Grey, 6/7/8 Speed
- A AKRAF Bike Link Plier + Chain Breaker Splitter Tool + Chain Checker + 3 Pairs Bicycle Missing Links, Bike Link Opener Closer Plier Chain Cutter Connector Wear Indicator Tool

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*Product available on Desertcart Slovakia*
*Store origin: SK*
*Last updated: 2026-02-21*