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Recently replaced fixed gear drive train and the chain has stretched 1/8th inch over 24 links in under 200 miles
I have a wabi classic. Over the last few months it became apparent that the drive train needed to be replaced. I would replace a chain and it would be badly stretched after a week or two (~100 miles). ...
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New chain coming off under torque
I replaced the chain recently - the new chain unships violently when I apply a moderate amount of torque, such as when setting off standing.
As in, it comes off the big ring to the outside (i.e. away ...
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9/10 speed chain with vintage 2x5 crankset
I have an old crankset from an 80s 10-speed (2x5) bicycle with downtube friction shifters. The chain currently in use is marked as "6/7/8 speed," but works fine on the 5-speed freewheel. For ...
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What would happen if I don’t replace worn drivetrain components?
What would happen if I took a entirely new drivetrain and just never replaced anything? Of course, I’d keep it clean and lubricated.
With 11 and 12 speed chains being as expensive as they are, the old ...
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Are all chainring compatible with all chain?
I want to change my drivetrain on my bike and i found everything except the chainring. So I was wondering if I could choose any chainring.
Thank for yours response.
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Cassette, chainring, chain compatibility
I've taken on trying to nurse my husband's bike back to life.
It is a 2012 Specialize Venge with Dura-Ace Di2 (very old version); Specialized pro FACT carbon chain rings, Ultegra 10-speed cassette.
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Chain guides; yay or nay? [closed]
So, recently i've bought a new chainring online and it will be sent to my home soon. And i thought to myself, should i get a chain guide? The chainring has narrow wide teeth so the chain will not fall ...
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How long can I safely use a chain for?
My chain is well over the 0.75% extension at which I would normally replace it.
However, the cassette and chainrings are also old enough that a new chain would slip on them, so they would also need ...
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Replaced my crackset, chain keeps popping off the small chainring under load
Looking for a little lower gearing on my gravel bike, I replaced the crankset with a FSA Omega with 46/30 chainrings, along with a new bottom bracket & chain.
If I stand on the pedals while on ...
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Replaced chain, now the chain falls onto the small chaining
I rode for a little while longer then I should have with my old chain, so I replaced the old chain and cassette. But now when I ride in the big ring, the drivetrain makes a horrible sound and the ...
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If I replace the cassette on my road bike, should I replace the whole drivetrain? [duplicate]
Relatively new to road cycling, have bought a 2nd hand bike and am thinking some parts of the drivetrain need replacing. Have tried to find this online and can't find any answers. Thanks!
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Do aluminium chainrings/cassettes contribute to chain wear?
In trying to achieve a long lasting, low maintenance drivetrain, I've read statements about aluminium oxide being the source of the black colour of chain dirt and also being highly abrasive:
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SRAM xx1 1 x 11 drive train very noisy
I have a 1 x 11 drivetrain setup on my mountain bike. This is stock from the factory, it wasn't a conversion. When I'm in the low gear climbing, there is a lot of chain/derailleur noise. It gets ...
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Chain falling off inner chain ring no matter how L screw is set
Bike is a relatively new Cannondale Carbon Synapse with the Ultegra 6800 groupset (although front chainrings are FSA). Has about 1000KMs on it.
Bike has been great, but I went out on a ride today ...
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Chain drops in smallest gear under load
I'm baffled. I installed a new chain, cassette, cables and housing yesterday. On the stand, all is happy and shifting is silky smooth. On the road all seems happy except on the bigger cogs in back (in ...
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Are these chainrings the reason my chain skips/hops?
When I ride my bike normally, then chain skips like crazy. I know it skips in the front because I stuck some paper in the chain to see if it moved and it didn't.
Chainrings:
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Need help choosing compatible rear derailleur, cassette & chain
I just "inherited" a bike that has no rear derailleur or chain. It also looks like the cassette is pretty worn, so I'm thinking about replacing that too. I've looked around on the forum and I think ...
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Mysterious case: chain falling off large chainring, how to fix?
On my commuter bike I decided to rid myself of the small inner chain ring (which is almost never used) and front dérailleur (now redundant). However, I have come across an unusual problem. Whilst ...
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How much distance can I put on drivetrain components?
I figure the jockey wheels on my derailer will last nearly forever, but what about the rest: cassette, chainrings, and chain? How many miles, kilometers, or furlongs do they normally last?
I know ...
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