How do I fix a bike chain?
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Lee Horsley asked: ive just got ***** drivers, plyers, the normal house hold tools, just baught a 130 link chain and need to take 4 links out, once ive took removable link out what do …
It depends on the chain type and bike type. Is this a derailer setup or single speed. Does the chain have a master link? Is this a shimano chain? You can consider getting a new chain which is probably overdue anyway which is likely why it broke. If this is a multigear system the chain is probably stretched out and you should replace it to avoid damaging the chain rings on the cassette.
If it’s a cheap bike and chain and you really don’t want to just buy a new chain get a master link from the bike shop. If you want to put the pin back in you need a chain tool which you can get at any bike shop and a massive amount of patience to get it right.
The tool you need for bicycle chains is called a “Chain Rivet Extractor”.
However, if the chain broke, you need a new chain. Otherwise, it will be a link short. Often , rust will cause a chain to fail, so keep the bike out of the rain.
This is a link to Park Tool, the industry leader in bike tools, the chain tool page of the website.
The chain tools with long handles are more expensive, but they are for production work.
For the average bike owner, the ***** type is recommended. It’s a little slower , but your not building eighteen bikes a day.
If the chain has a master link, you might not need the tool, but Park Tool also has a tool for master links as well.
Just buy a new chain they are cheep.
I would second the idea to replace the chain. SRAM makes a chain that uses a power link that is very easy to put on. You will still need a chain tool to adjust the length of the chain.