How Often Should I Replace My Mountain Bike Chain?

How Often Should I Replace My Mountain Bike Chain? Even with regular maintenance & lubrication most bicycle chains need to replaced about every 1500 miles, however mountain bikes need bike chain replacement more often due to mud, dirt and other debris speeding up wear. How do I know if my mountain bike chain needs replacing?

How Much Force Can A Bicycle Chain Withstand Before It Breaks?

How Much Force Can A Bicycle Chain Withstand Before It Breaks? As it turns out, the European ISO standard of 8,000 Newtons of minimum breaking force for a chain offers a good margin of security. How much load can a bike chain take? The German Industrial Standard sets minimum breaking loads for standard bicycle chains