Chain needs replaced

roverthehill

Hi,
Bought one of those chain stretch checkers:
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Mode ... elID=10219

and it looks like I'm overdue a replacement. The current chain is imprinted with KMC, Super Narrow and Z. So i assume it's this bad boy:
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Mode ... elID=24701

I have a couple of KMC powerlinks so should prob stay with KMC.

At near 50 notes, It doesn't seem too cheap so is it worth the cash or are there other 9 speed chains that would do the business?? Apologies if this is a daft question!!!!

Also, in terms of the rear sprockets - it there a tool to measure the wear on them?

nicklouse

any 9spd chain and same speed reusable links will be fine.

roverthehill

cheers nick. I think I posted the wrong link. it's looks my current chain is an older one:
http://www.bikepartsplace.com/discount/ ... 9sp-chain/
which seems cheaper. Not sure if it's still available so I guess i can go with any 9 speed with decent reviews.

sniper68

roverthehill wrote:

Hi,
Also, in terms of the rear sprockets - it there a tool to measure the wear on them?

If the chain is stretched to 0.75 the rear sprockets should be OK.If it's stretched to 1.0 then the chances are the rear cassette has worn with the chain and will need replacing.The front rings may also be shot.Depending on conditions etc generally I get 4 chains to a rear cassette if I change at 0.75.
IMO expensive chains are a waste of money unless you're a weight-weenie or into bling :roll:

nicklouse

like i said ANY 9spd chain.

buy what you want.

cheaper and often is better.

and if your old one was very warn expect new cassette as well.

roverthehill

and is there anything to determine cassette wear?

From this guide it seems visual inspection is the way to go:
http://www.bikeradar.com/gear/article/w ... ear-20788/

sniper68

roverthehill wrote:

and is there anything to determine cassette wear?

From this guide it seems visual inspection is the way to go:
http://www.bikeradar.com/gear/article/w ... ear-20788/

No a cassette can look fine too the naked eye.Generally if the chain is worn to 1.0 then the cassette is worn too.

freezing77

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=25421

roverthehill

cheers guys. In terms of replacing a chain. i assume I need one of those wee devices to open up the chain- are they specific to 9 speed chains or universal? The chain is greater than 1 mm so the cassette probably a gonner - doh. Are they universal too? Just use any 9 speed casette?

it looks fairly easy to replace - but gonna need some tools too.
http://www.bikeradar.com/gear/article/w ... ets-18234/

expensive business!

cooldad

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/KMC-X9-73-Cyc ... 43b6cb2592

£11 job done.

If you need a cassette CRC have Deore for £14.99.

Blue&White Rider

Sorry to jump on somone else's thread, but it seems on topic.

If my chain has been slipping a lot (happening more and more) is it likely to need replacing? Been waiting for a chain whip to come through the post to fit another cassette, but thinking I may need new front cogs too.

sniper68

if it's slipping it's probably shot.You'll probably need a new cassette but might get away with replacing the front rings.Try a chain/cassette if still slipping then replace the front rings also.

The Rookie

roverthehill wrote:

The chain is greater than 1 mm

Just to clarify, that's 1%.

roverthehill

The Beginner wrote:

roverthehill wrote:

The chain is greater than 1 mm

Just to clarify, that's 1%.

lol thanks

Blue&White Rider

ibbo68 wrote:

if it's slipping it's probably shot.You'll probably need a new cassette but might get away with replacing the front rings.Try a chain/cassette if still slipping then replace the front rings also.

Thanks.

Been buying loads of bits to fix my bike, wish I'd just given it to the bike shop now

Any advice on a standard chain, or how to identify my current one? It's a standard set up, 8 cogs on the rear cassette, 3 at the front. Thanks!

Chunkers1980

You don't need to, just buy one labelled 8 speed

cooldad

Blue&White Rider wrote:

ibbo68 wrote:

if it's slipping it's probably shot.You'll probably need a new cassette but might get away with replacing the front rings.Try a chain/cassette if still slipping then replace the front rings also.

Thanks.

Been buying loads of bits to fix my bike, wish I'd just given it to the bike shop now

Any advice on a standard chain, or how to identify my current one? It's a standard set up, 8 cogs on the rear cassette, 3 at the front. Thanks!

They would have charged you more for the bits anyway, plus labour.
Just find a cheap KMC 8 speed chain. CRC or Ebay. The cheaper ones are a bit heavier but last.

Blue&White Rider

Cheers guys, much appreciated