KMC X10 Chain

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The design of a chain’s outer side plates varies significantly between makes and chain models. Often, there’s some sort of ramping designed to help shifting, while more expensive chains will often have chamfered edges to the side plates rather than flat sides.

High-pivot mountain bikes are an exception, though, which typically require a longer chain length, and you may find you need to buy two chains. We will explain these in greater detail, so you know what type of chain you need for your bike. First, let's take a look at the speed types. SpeedWhen you get a new chain for your bicycle, you should be too hung up on the length. As long as there are around 116 links, you should have more than enough to properly size your chain. In most cases, a bike chain is too long, an you end up having to shorten the chain. While you can tighten a bike chain on your own, it may be easier if someone else can give you a hand. If the chain keeps falling off or can't hold the tension, it's time to think about getting a new chain. When To Replace Your Bike Chain As we’ve pointed out in “How do I replace a chain?” below, the easiest way to make sure that it’s the right length is to count the number of links in your old chain and, if your old chain worked satisfactorily, replicate it in your new chain. This is on the assumption that it was cut to the correct length originally. Mountain bikers may want to look for a bike chain that can withstand a little more grit and grime than a standard, lightweight road bike chain. Look for chains with special coating or that are easy to clean. A half-link chain is easier to adjust and can be done with more accuracy. Best Bike Chain Size Chart

While we will walk you through some of the most basic steps for sizing and tightening a new bike chain, it's always a good idea to watch some of the great videos that are available online. When it comes to a road bike, we know that the ultimate goal is to keep everything as lightweight as possible.

Shimano 105 5800 HG601Q 11 Speed Chain

If you're able, take the chain off of your front chainring or remove your rear wheel (whichever is easiest or if you feel confident enough to do so). Whether you prefer to move the chain from the front or take your rear wheel off of your bike, you are removing tension from the chain, which will make the whole process much easier. Master Link or Standard?

It’s not something that can be done with a drivetrain with multiple chainrings, because the position in which the chain will land when shifted between chainrings can’t be determined, so the teeth in double and triple chainrings all have the same width, designed to mesh with the narrower inner-chain link. You may read on forums and other places that you might be able to use a 6 speed chain on a 7 speed bike (for example), but it's usually not worth the risk of losing money and causing extensive damage to your drivetrain or even getting hurt while riding. We'll discuss a few things to look for when looking for a chain for your bike, whether it's a road, mountain, or BMX. Road Bike ChainA 10-speed bike chain measures a width of 6.2mm on Shimano and Campagnolo brand bikes. Other sizes are 5.8mm for other bike brands like KMC, Shimano, and Campagnolo. While we already mentioned the importance in keeping an eye out for signs that you need a new bike chain, there are ways you can prolong the life of your bike chain. Other features of some more expensive chains include slots in the side plates and hollow pins, both designed to save weight. As we mentioned earlier, there are many helpful "how to" videos that can guide you through the process if you need a little more help. If you choose the right bike chain, you should have minimal issues with using and installing them on your bicycle. Bike Chain Maintenance

The inner link of a bike chain is narrower than the outer link, with a narrower space between the links. That’s used in single-ring drivetrains to ensure a robust connection between the chain and the teeth on the chainring, by having alternating wide and narrow chainring teeth. speed E-Bike chain specially designed for middle engine driven e-bikes such as Bosch, Panasonic and AEG, these chains have higher torsion resistance to cope with ruthless shifting and hi-torques. In the past, chains of the same speed could typically be mixed between manufacturers, although this is generally not the case as you head up to modern 11-, 12- and 13-speed chains, where the designs are often more specific to the brand. For example, SRAM Eagle 12-speed chains can’t be used with 12-speed road rear derailleurs and vice versa. While you can mix some 11-speed Shimano and SRAM components, it often makes for a noisier drivetrain.Chains are typically sold with around 110 or more links. That’s more than needed for the majority of bike applications, so the chain typically has to be reduced in length to fit on a bike. As will any bike part, it's important to think carefully before selecting your bike chain; that's why you're reading this comprehensive guide. Wax based lubricants accumulate less road grit than traditional oil based chain lubes, so there is much less wear of chain pins and inner plates, hence slower elongation rate. Before using the X10-EL I thought the slotted inner and outer plates would accumulate more road grit and gunk but that has not been the case. Supplied KMC missing link makes chain removal a breeze. Link is best handled with a removal tool. Get one that can both close and open the link. KMC recommend Missing Link only be closed and opened three times, but I have never had problems from going several cycles beyond this limit.