Bicycle Chains are generally categorized into two types: 1/2 × 1/8 and 1/2 × 3/32. The first number (1/2) is the chain pitch; the latter numbers (1/8 and 3/32, respectively) indicate the inner width in inches.
The chain in use on modern bicycles has a 1⁄2 inch (12.7 mm) pitch, which is the distance from one pin center to another, ANSI standard #40, where the 4 in "#40" indicates the pitch of the chain in eighths of an inch; and ISO standard 606 (metric) #8, where the 8 indicates the pitch in sixteenths of an inch.
Roller chain is made in several sizes, the most common American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standards being 40, 50, 60, and 80. The first digits indicate the pitch of the chain in eighths of an inch, with the last digit being 0 for standard chain, 1 for lightweight chain, and 5 for bushed chain with no rollers.
No, you must use a 12 speed chain.
The easiest way to determine bike chain length is the largest cog to largest chainring method. Once the old chain has been removed, shift the front derailleur to the largest chainring, and the rear to the smallest.
Simply find out how many gears, or 'speeds', you bike has (count the number of gears on the rear cassette and multiply it by the number of chainrings at the front), and pick the corresponding chain.
An important note on compatibility: You can use an 1/8" chain on a 3/32" chainring and cog (as it is wider), but you can't use an 3/32" chain on an 1/8" chainring and cog as it won't fit between the chains.
Multi-speed chains, from 5 to 8 speeds have an inner width of 3/32″ (2.38 mm). Multi-speed chains from 9 to 12 speeds have an inner width of 11/128″ (2.18 mm).
To determine the pitch (chain size), you'll need to measure the distance between any three consecutive rivets, then divide the result by 2. The rivets are the small, round pegs/studs that hold the chain segments together. Measure from the first to the third, then divide that number in half to get your chain pitch.
The most common parts of bicycle chains are side links, cylindrical rollers, and roller chains. A roller chain is the part that works the most on the bike.
A clean and properly maintained chain that's lubed with 3-IN-ONE oil will outperform a dirty chain that is incorrectly lubricated, even with a superior lubricant. While it might not be fashionable to use 3-IN-ONE oil, its a fraction of the price and outperforms many wet lubes that you will find at your local bike shop.
They are also referred to as “eighth-inch chain.” The 1/8″ chain will measure approximately 9mm across the rivet. 1/8" chain at the top, derailleur chain at the bottom. Some freestyle bikes use a wider sprocket and a wider 3/16″ one-speed chain.
No. Not all makes and models of bike chains fit on all bikes. Most modern bike chains are made to the one-half inch pitch, but this dosn't mean all chains fit all bikes. In order to be as effective as possible, a chain must be suited to the type of bicycle being ridden.
The first digit represents the pitch and the last two digits represent the width. Chain pitch is measured in eighths of an inch.
“Any chain will rust if it's not lubricated, and the seals will become dry and crack, letting that grease escape. And remember, you're lubricating the sprocket, not just the chain.
You can certainly use a Shimano 10-speed double crank and chainrings with Shimano 11-speed chain, derailleurs, shifters, and cassette, however.
So no, you cannot just upgrade the derailleurs and battery and keep your current 11-speed shift levers. The system won't work. It won't shift. This is a bit of a bummer since Shimano Di2 has been pretty good with regard to backward compatibility in the past.
The Shimano SLX CN-M7100 12-Speed Chain for all 12-speed eBikes. This chain has been thoroughly redesigned and is a central part of the SLX M7100 groupset. Precisely formed contact surfaces with the chainring and cassette teeth ensure fast, but also precise and smooth shifting up and down.
Chains for 11-speed systems are around 5.4mm wide on the outside, vs. around 5.9mm wide for 10-speed ones, so that's 0.25mm narrower from the center of the cog tooth to the end of the chain pin on each side. That's not enough to likely even be noticeable in any difference in how it passes through the jockey wheel cage.