Half link chains most commonly come in 1/8′′ width for BMX and general single speed use.
You can also get them in 3/32′′ width for use with a mountain bike drivetrain
, a lot of dirt jump mountain bikes run a mountain bike crankset with a 3/32′′ chainring for example.
Can you use any chain on any bike?
All modern bicycle chains are made to the “one-half inch pitch” standard
, meaning from rivet to rivet is nominally 0.5 inches. The sprocket teeth are cut for this same one-half inch standard to accept bicycle chains. However, this does not mean all makes and models of chains are interchangeable.
Can you use a road bike chain on a mountain bike?
Condensed Answer:
A road bike chain can be used on a mountain bike as long as it's long enough and matches the number of speeds on the cassette/freewheel
. In general, the differences between road and MTB chains are either non-existent or too small to impede the performance of a recreational cyclist.
How do I know what chain I need for my mountain bike?
A lot of mountain bikes are 10-, 11- or 12-speed and, when buying a chain, it will be clearly labelled accordingly. Simply find out how many gears, or ‘speeds', you bike has (count the number of gears on the rear cassette and multiply it by the number of chainrings at the front), and pick the corresponding chain.
How does a half-link chain work?
What size is a half-link chain?
The majority of BMX chains – both traditional and half-link – come in a
half inch (1/2′′) length
. BMX chain width has two options, 3/32′′ and 1/8′′.
Are MTB chains universal?
No. Not all makes and models of bike chains fit on all bikes
. Most modern bike chains are made to the one-half inch pitch, but this dosn't mean all chains fit all bikes.
Are mountain bike chains universal?
Are all bicycle chains the same size?
No, all bicycle chains are not the same size
. Size varies on the bike's numbers of sprockets, speeds, the distance between the front chainring and rear cogs, and the number of teeth on them.
How do you put a chain on a mountain bike?
How do I know my chain size?
- The distance from the center of one pin to the center of the next pin, also known as the “pitch” of the roller chain.
- The diameter and width of the roller.
- Plate thickness, determined by measuring the plates from one flat side to another.
How many links should my chain have?
Bicycle drive chain length
A new bicycle chain usually comes with
116 links
. This is long enough for the biggest chainrings and for most distances of rear wheel from front chainrings. So for optimal length a new chain is usually shortened from the 116 links that come in the box.
Will a 12-speed chain work on 11-speed?
Condensed answer:
A 12-speed chain can work with an 11-speed cassette
. However, it's recommended to avoid using a Shimano 12-speed chain because it doesn't play well with 11-speed chainrings.
Are all mountain bike chains the same size?
A number of different chain widths are available
, to suit specific bike types such as BMX, or to fit different road and MTB drivetrains (e.g. an 11-speed cassette requires a different chain to a 9-speed one – the chain must be thinner in order to fit into the narrower spaces between the sprockets.
What is a half link?
Can I use MTB chain on BMX?
If you are UBER ghetto… you use two MTB cogs to fit one BMX chain… yes it
works
.
Who invented the half link chain?
Do you know the history of the Half-Link BMX Chain? The first half-link chain was the Interlock chain from The Shadow Conspiracy thanks to
Byron Anderson and Ronnie Bonner
.
How long does a MTB chain last?
Most mechanics agree that you should replace your chain about every
2,000 to 3,000 miles
, depending on your riding style. Many Tour De France riders wear out two or even three chains on their primary bike over the course of the three-week race.
Can I use a 8 speed chain on a 7 speed bike?
5, 6, 7 and 8 speed chains
7.1 mm wide 8 speed chain will fit all the other systems
(5, 6 and 7 speed ones).
How much is a chain for a mountain bike?
How much does a bike chain cost to replace? Entry level chains can start off around $15.00 with more expensive and higher performance chains ranging from
$25.00 to $60.00 or more
. More expensive chains increase shift quality and are generally more durable as they wear.
How do I buy a mountain bike chain?
A lot of mountain bikes are 10-, 11- or 12-speed and, when buying a chain, it will be clearly labelled accordingly. Simply find out how many gears, or ‘speeds', you bike has (count the number of gears on the rear cassette and multiply it by the number of chainrings at the front), and pick the corresponding chain.
How do I know what size bike chain to buy?
The method of chain sizing depends upon the range of gearing in the system. For bikes with rear sprockets 36 teeth and smaller, the common system is to
measure using the largest rear sprocket and largest front ring as a reference
. Two rivets are added to this (one-inch) for the place to cut the chain.
What is a 420 chain?
–
All PEER roller chains incorporate solid rollers enhancing rotation on the
.
bushing while reducing impact loads on the sprocket tooth during operation
. – All chain components are heat treated to achieve maximum strength. and greater wear resistance.
