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How long should my chain last?

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  • Started 11 years ago by Greenroofer
  • Latest reply from sallyhinch
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  1. Greenroofer
    Member

    I had a new chain put on my Alfine-hubbed commuter bike at the start of February. I've cleaned it with baby-wipes and oiled it regularly and it looks like new. According to Strava it's done 402 miles since then 80% of that on the towpath, where there's been little salt.

    I've just been out with the chain wear tool, and it says that chain is more than 1% worn. In other words, it says it's time to replace it.

    So, do you think that's reasonable? I know chains are consumable, but this one really doesn't seem to have lasted...

    Posted 11 years ago #

  2. stiltskin
    Member

    It should last much longer than that. Would excess tension cause this perhaps? Chain too tight? My Alfine has lasted at least 6 months and it gets dog's abuse.

    Posted 11 years ago #

  3. wee folding bike
    Member

    Mine vary a lot depending on where and when they are used. Salt and grit can have them worn out in 4-500 miles.

    Posted 11 years ago #

  4. sallyhinch
    Member

    how are your cogs? If they're worn, they will wear the chain out faster.

    EDIT just seen it's a hub gear. But presumably the internal gubbins will have sprockets or cogs or whatever inside as well

    Posted 11 years ago #

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