Bicycle Chain Market Analysis, Revenue Share, Company Profiles, Launches, & Forecast Till 2034

The global bicycle chain market is projected to grow from USD 7,610.2 million in 2024 to USD 11,940.6 million by 2034, with a steady CAGR of 4.6% over the forecast period 2024 to 2034. This growth is largely driven by the rising focus on health and fitness, as more people turn to cycling as a preferred form of exercise.

Cycling has long been a popular way to stay active, but recent trends have given the industry a significant boost. Concerns about the environment, the increasing prevalence of lifestyle-related diseases, and a heightened awareness of health and well-being have all contributed to this renewed interest in cycling.

As more people choose bicycles for fitness, reducing pollution, and cutting down on transportation costs, the demand for bicycle chains is expected to grow. This widespread adoption of bicycles globally will continue to be a major driver of the bicycle chain market’s expansion over the next decade.

An upcoming trend is to enable the fastest cycling times with more power to drive and maximized speed for athletes. Digitally integrated intelligence is being implemented in the mechanism to achieve smart bicycle technology. Chains are manufactured to be robust, durable and have a long life. The new development of hollow pins enables lightweight chains. The use of diamond coatings and gold coatings on chains is also an upcoming trend.

Companies want to make chains that can mesh softly across a multi-geared platform while also resisting weariness within acceptable limits. Almost every traditional bicycle brand now sells an electric bike, and several new brands specialize in e-bikes. Their sales have been continuously increasing, whereas traditional bicycle sales have considerably decreased. The electric bicycle market is presently the most profitable segment of the bicycle industry. As a result of the increase in E-Bike sales, there is a demand for E-Bike chains.

Bicycle Chain market is highly fragmented owing to the high presence of leading players across the region. Key players in the market are focusing on adopting alternative distribution channels, such as online, to further strengthen their market presence in the global market.

“Growing demand for E-bicycle is boosting the growth of bicycle parts and components which is expected to create opportunities for bicycle chain companies. In order to grab maximum benefits, manufacturers are focusing on developing durable products while also providing new designs and customized solutions to customers as per their requirements. This will bode well for the overall bicycle chain market”, – says a Future Market Insights analyst.

Who is Winning?

Among the industry’s key players are KMC (KUEI MENG) INTERNATIONAL INC., SHIMANO INC., TIEN YUEN MACHINERY MFG. CO., LTD., RENOLD PLC., TAYA CHAIN CO., Ltd., SRAM LLC, RK SOUTH ASIA SDN. BHD, Izumi Chain Mfg Co. Ltd., Oriental Chain Mfg. Co., Ltd., ASR OVERSEAS, Zhejiang Dong Mei Chain Co., Ltd., Metro Group and others. Globally, some key players are focusing on creating a strong supply channel by expanding their supplier network in order to gain more sales from local markets.

Key Segments Covered in Bicycle Chain Industry Analysis:

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