A bicycle chain is an essential component of any bike, but, if you’re like many cyclists, you might not know what chain you need for your bike. We’ve put together a guide to good, affordable chains for bikes ranging from 9-speed to 10-speed.
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How to determine the length of your bike chain
Wrap the chain around the largest rear cog first. Pass the chain end through the front derailleur cage and onto the largest front chainring. Now bring both ends together, without going through the rear derailleur cogs. The correct chain length is where the two ends meet, plus two chain links.
How to replace your bike chain
Why you should replace your chain
You’d be shocked how outraged many cyclists are when they hear that their chain is a consumable part unless you’ve worked in a bike shop. Despite being made of hardened steel, this set of ties, sticks, and rollers will inevitably need to be recycled, no matter how much you care for it. To avoid wearing out your cassette it’s advised to atleast replace your chain every 6000 km.
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This article is part of our Beginners Guide to Bike Maintenance.
Why you should keep your chain clean
A bicycle chain is like a mechanical log of your cycling experiences: road grit from the last wet trip, red mud from desert adventures, pollen clumps from spring blooms. However, if your chain is left dirty, the grit will combine to create an impressively effective grinding paste, resulting in costly wear, poor shifting, rough pedaling, and wasted efficiency. Keeping your drivetrain clean should be a priority if you want to get more efficiency out of your bike without investing a lot of money. A clean bike is a fast bike, as the saying goes.
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