Knowing how to check your bicycle chain for wear can prevent you from being stranded on the roadside with a broken chain, keep your drivetrain running efficiently, and, in the long run, save...

Persisting with a worn chain is likely to accelerate wear on the chainring. Greater wear occurs on the outer ring in Andy’s experience, and the load can be shared to some extent by resisting...

Nov 21, 2024 · To determine your chain size, measure its pitch, roller diameter, and plate thickness. Refer to the manufacturer’s guide or use a chain measurement tool for accurate …

Jun 6, 2013 · Did you know bicycle chains are consumables like tires and brake pads? Here are five pretty good reasons to replace your worn out bicycle chain: 1. Crisper gear changes. One …

This article covers the various tools and methods for determining when to replace a bicycle chain so you can extend the life of your components.

Jul 25, 2022 · How do you know when a Chain and Cassette are worn? The best way to tell if these components are worn is to break them down separately so you don’t end up spending …

The chain rides up the teeth, but as the chain and sprocket wear together, the backs of the sprocket teeth become hook-shaped rather than only sloped. The profile of the worn teeth is …

Jan 6, 2021 · A worn chain can wreak havoc on the rest of your transmission. Read our expert guide to learn how to tell that it's time for a new one

Jan 13, 2018 · The warning signs of when your chain and/or bicycle chainrings are worn out and in need of replacement.

Dec 9, 2015 · This post explains when to replace a bicycle chain. For a detailed explanation of what exactly happens when a chain gets used and worn, look at this post…