KMC X10 Chain

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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. While we touched briefly on the speed bike chain measurements, we’ll discuss other sizing a little more in depth. Finance is subject to application, financial circumstances and borrowing history. Performance Cycling Limited FRN: 720557 trading as Tredz are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. We are a credit broker not a lender – credit is subject to status and affordability and is provided by Mitsubishi HC Capital UK PLC. Terms & Conditions Apply. Today’s bikes use chains with a ½ inch pitch. A pitch is the distance from one pin to another. While the widths will vary, depending on the speed of the bike, you can always rely on a half-inch pitch.

You can positively identify your bike chain but do you understand its function? The chain on your bicycle, which is a roller chain, is responsible for transferring the power from your pedals to the wheel of your bike. Thanks to the bike chain, the harder you pedal, the faster your bike goes. A Closer Look At The Parts Shimano 12-speed road groupsets use the same Hyperglide+ chain as its 12-speed MTB groupsets. It has specific design features to promote faster shifting to align with the shifting ramps on the cassette. When 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. 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. Bike chains are far less expensive than having to replace the drivetrain or other essential parts on your bicycle. Things To Remember When Choosing Your Bike ChainWhile 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. When shopping around for chains to put on your road bike, if you're concerned about the weight of the chain make sure you go for lighter materials like alloy. When it comes to a road bike, we know that the ultimate goal is to keep everything as lightweight as possible. Traditional chains are the most common types of chains found on BMX bikes. A traditional chain has the same inner link-outer link configuration as road and mountain bike chains. These types of chains have two “half-links.” Half-Link BMX Chain 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.

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. Although all bike chains serve the same purpose, there's no such thing as a universal bike chain (as there's no universal bicycle). Here are things to remember when selecting a new chain for your bicycle. Number of Speeds 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. Speed To accommodate the extra freehub width with the same distance between the rear dropouts, that’s meant that the rear wheel has been ever-more asymmetrically dished. That’s gone about as far as it can, which is why Boost spacing has taken off in mountain bikes to even out rear-wheel geometry.Fewer things are frustrating than a chain that keeps coming undone in the middle of a ride. If this is a problem, you need to tighten up your bike chain. If your chain, when engaged, moves up or down more than an inch, you need to tighten your bike chain. Other features of some more expensive chains include slots in the side plates and hollow pins, both designed to save weight. 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. These speeds are common in both road and mountain bikes and often times, the same speed bike chain can be used for either type of bike. Matching the right speed chain to the speed of the bike is essential for a good fit and proper functioning. The roller widths on a bike chain are 2.4 mm, 3.2mm, 4.0mm, or 4.8mm; this is the internal width between the inner plates. As we mentioned above (in the section on BMX bikes), fixed gear bikes have ⅛” chains.

The KMC X-Series has been designed with the specific characteristics of the Shimano, SRAM and Campagnolo systems in mind and will meet the most demanding requirements. Elaborately designed and manufactured, the X-Bridge technology, thanks to precisely chamfered plates, allows smooth propulsion and perfect gear changes in all driving situations. 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. It's important to take the time to select the right size bike chain for your bike type because if you put the wrong chain or even one that doesn't fit quite right, you could end up doing damage to your bike. A 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. Another characteristic of EPT: The very smooth surface gives chains excellent running qualities. Dirt buildup is minimized in the long term, which means that chain maintenance is significantly relieved.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. 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. Running two chains per cassette I have been able to get 12000km on a single cassette with only one chain elongated >0.5%, the other is <0.5%. There is probably about 3000km further wear until one or both chains are >0.75%, which is when I discard cassette and chains. 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). 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.