FSA Gradient Chainring

This chainring is specifically optimized for Shimano 12-speed mountain drivetrains. While it may physically mount to your crankset, the tooth profile is engineered for the specific tolerances and chain engagement of Shimano systems, so we recommend sticking to that compatibility for the best performance.

The alternating thick and thin teeth are designed to lock the chain securely in place. This significantly reduces the risk of chain drops, even when you are riding over rough, technical terrain or aggressive descents.

This chainring uses a standard FSA direct-mount interface. It is designed to fit modular cranksets that utilize this specific mounting pattern, but it will not fit cranksets from other brands that use different proprietary direct-mount standards.

While it is built for the durability required by mountain biking, the 32-tooth size and tooth profile are tailored for MTB drivetrains. It is not intended for road or gravel setups, which typically require different gear ratios and chainring spacing.

No, this is a direct-mount chainring, meaning it attaches directly to the crank arm interface without the need for traditional chainring bolts. You will simply need to remove your existing ring and secure this one according to your crankset's specific direct-mount locking mechanism.