How To Chain A Bike

Fortunately the process is pretty simple simon shows you how.
How to chain a bike. You can compare the original chain to the new chain and match the rivets. While fitting a bike chain might be considered a menial task by seasoned cyclists learning to do it yourself as opposed to dashing off to your local bike shop will save you money and time in the. To replace a bike chain that is broken or that has fallen off completely you will need to have a new chain that fits your bike and a chain tool to remove the old chain and secure the new chain. Sometimes when you are riding a bicycle the chain comes off the gear and prevents you from being able to ride the bike properly.
You will also need a replacement pin to connect the new chain but this should come with the new bike chain. Facing the bike from the drive side push the pin into the chain to hold it together. Riding a bicycle can be dangerous never ride out of your limits and always wear the appropriate amount of protective equipment. Get a new chain and a chain tool.
The chain on your bike wears out over time and eventually you ll have to replace it. This video will take you step by step through sizing a bike chain including determining whether your old chain was correctly sized sizing to an old chain and the largest cog chainring method. If you don t have the original chain or it s the wrong size use the largest cog and chainring to find the cutting point on the new chain. When handling certain chemicals for chain maintenance follow all manufactures safety precautions and wear proper protective equipment such as safety glasses gloves etc.
Pick up the chain tool again and unscrew the handle a. It should stay in place without you needing to hold it.