Can I remove a broken link on my bike chain?

To fix a broken or bent chain, you will need to remove it from your bike AND remove the broken or bent links. To do that, you will need a chain breaker tool. In the video, we used the Park Tool Master Chain Tool, which is the best tool for the job.

How do you break a chain link without a tool?

In order to shorten the link without a chain tool, you need an alternative tool like a hammer, pliers or thin nail. They will assist you in pushing the pin easily. You can position the chain over a socket, and hit it with a hammer. Then, you can now pass the bolt all throughout the open holes.

What is a chain missing link?

In a nutshell, the Missing Link 10R is a master link for 10-speed chains. Obviously, it works on KMC chains. Most of you, however, are probably running on Shimano and SRAM chains. Shimano would prefer you use their connecting pin.

Can you reuse a chain Quick Link?

The quick link is designed for use with 11-speed chains and is, according to Shimano, not reusable. Quick links are dead easy to install.

Can you add links to chains?

Yes, you can. You need a chain tool and master link pliers.

How do I know my bike chain size?

Begin by counting the number of teeth on the largest front sprocket and largest rear. These numbers are often printed right on the sprockets and cogs. Next, measure the distance between the middle of the crank bolt to the rear axle. This is also the chain stay length.

Is my bike chain too short?

If the chain is too short, this shift is difficult to make and the derailleur cage is stretched out and almost parallel to the chainstay. If the chain is really short, then you might not even be able to shift into the largest cog. Before you remove the chain, make sure it’s on the small chainring and smallest cog.

Why has my bike chain snapped?

Chains break for a host of reasons, but most common is wear. For example, if a chain has been ridden for 2500 miles, it will actually stretch out. Correspondingly, a ridden chain will be longer from link to link than a new chain. Combine all those factors, mix in one bad shift and you have a recipe for a broken chain.

How do you fix a loose chain on a bike?

How to Tighten a Bike Chain

1. Loosen your tire. Loosen the bolts that hold your rear tire.
2. Pull back the tire. Move the tire back until the chain starts to tighten.
3. Find the appropriate tension.