Repair Guide / Chain Bicycle Chain Tutorials
Video tutorials about chain maintenance and repair.
Drivetrain Forums:
- 05/14 Back Sprockets Break Loose Under Load
- 05/07 SRAM and Shimano compatibility
- 04/23 Cracked chainring on a beater
- 04/19 Need new parts!
- 04/16 Bike Novice - Need New Cassette
- 04/06 Changing cog set
- 04/05 Replacement chainring?
- 03/26 Chainset/crankset
- 03/19 Bicycle falls apart while bicycling
- 03/15 Front Chain Ring Guard/Cover/Shield?
- 03/09 Rear Cassette wobble
- 03/07 Chain slips
- 03/02 Newbie - broke my chain, need help
- 03/02 Chainring compatibility question
- 02/28 Upgrade: BB, Cassette, chain, chainrings & crankset
How to Install a Shimano HG or IG Chain
Removal and installation of a Shimano HG or IG chain pin.
How to Check For Chain Wear
Demonstrates how to measure a worn out chain using Sheldon Brown’s ruler technique.
How to Use a Quick Release Chain Link
Shows how to disconnect and reconnect two of the most common quick release chain links.
How to Use a Chain Tool To Break a Chain
How a chain tool works, and how to use it to disconnect and reconnect your bike chain.
How to Loosen a Stiff Chain Link
Stiff chain links cause noise, shifting problems, and even injury. Watch how to fix it by hand!
How to Clean and Lubricate a Chain
Frequent chain cleaning and lubrication will help keep dirt off your chain and prevent wear.
How to Calculate Chain Length
Measure the correct length of a new bike chain.
Why WD-40 is Bad for Your Bike Chain
Using WD-40 as a chain lube can actually damage your chain.
Recommended Chain Tools:
- Park CT-5
This chain tool goes anywhere and actually performs. - Park CT-3
Features a handy "loosening shelf" to remedy stiff links. - Park CC-3
Accurately indicates when a chain reaches .75%-1% wear. - Park CC-2
Quickly determine the wear and stretch of any chain. - X-Country Lube
Recommended for both dry and wet riding conditions. - Boeshield T-9
Wax based, excellent for dry riding conditions. - Cleaning System
Everything needed to quickly and easily clean the chain. - Park Citrus Cleaner
Biodegradable Citrus ChainBrite removes grease and grime.