How do i tell when i should change the chain?

Discussion in 'Bike Chat' started by kcnw9, Jun 20, 2007.

  1. kcnw9

    kcnw9 Member

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    I'm planning on going on a long trip on my bike and i want to know how you tell if you need to replace your chain? Am i right in thinking you can adjust it yeah?

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    kcnw9
     
  2. MiNoR cOnFuSiOn

    MiNoR cOnFuSiOn Administrator Staff Member

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    you check the wear by how much you can bend the chain side to side, also visual inspection of the rollers and mesurements can be taken, if in doubt change it (new sprockets are best also as worn sprockets kill a new chain prityty quick)
     

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