Shimano 105 Chain

peanut1978
peanut1978 Posts: 1,031
edited May 2009 in Road beginners
Will I need to shorten a new 105 chain to put it on my compact (50/36) 10 speed bike?

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  • hamstrich
    hamstrich Posts: 112
    Depends on the size of your biggest rear cassette sprocket, but almost certainly yes. I use the big cog + big chainring method explained here:

    http://www.parktool.com/repair/readhowto.asp?id=26

    This method is pretty simple and has always worked fine for me. Remember if you're using a powerlink or similar joining link you'll need to take this into account when working out the correct length.
  • CiB
    CiB Posts: 6,098
    105 chains need a new pin to replace the old one. If you re-use the old one, the chain will split.
  • John.T
    John.T Posts: 3,698
    New chains need shortening when fitting to almost any bike. The Shimano joining pin is single use only. Better to use a powerlink or similar.
    My Fleet.
  • peanut1978
    peanut1978 Posts: 1,031
    many thanks

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