Can I Shorthen My Bike Chain By One Link? Unless using a special half link (as mentioned and linked to by Chris H) to shorten a chain you have to remove the same number of outer and inner plate links. The distance between the joining pins is 0.5 inch so joined chain are always a
Can You Fix A Broken Bike Chain? 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. Can you reattach
Can You Add Chainrings To Ageared Bike? Largely speaking, yes. As long as your attempting to replace them with a chainring(s) designed to work with your chainset . Your cranks will have a specific bolt layout or fitment spec so you can’t just fit a BMX chainring to your triathlon bike. Can I upgrade the
How Do I Put On A Schwinn Bike Chain? How do you attach a bike chain? How do you remove a Schwinn bike chain? How do you put the chain back on a single gear bike? How do you put a chain on a bike without a chain tool? Which side of chain faces out?
How Do I Upgrade My Bike Chainring? Can I change my bike chainring? Changing rings is not that difficult, and in some cases, it’s possible to replace chainrings without removing the crank. That possibility is limited by what ring sizes you’re using, but hey, it’s always nice when you can work smarter not harder. This
How Come Chain Came Off Bike? It might be that the chain is worn, has a stiff or bent link, or has become clogged up with dirt. A visual inspection while turning the cranks should reveal if there’s a problem here. The chainring, or a chainring tooth, could be bent. What do I do if
How Often To Replace Bike Chainrings? In theory, a clean chainring/chain/cassette that sees no road grit and is lubricated constantly should last virtually indefinitely (for most intents and purposes). Also, changing your chain on time will save you many cassettes as well as chainrings. Just keep an eye on the chain’s wear and replace it