View Full Version : Anyone know how to fix a bike chain?


susa41981
16-07-2005, 18:05
The chain has just broke off my boyfriends bike and he dosent have one of them fancy tooks that fixes them. Anyone have any idea about how we can fix it?

cgksheff
16-07-2005, 19:06
We are talking about pedal bikes here, aren't we?

The 'fancy tool' is for pushing the rivet out and back in again.

Very careful use of a hammer, nail of the right size and a block of wood with a hole in it can be a succesful alternative.

A chain can usually stand shortening by one link but if you are doing a lot of cycling you should look to getting a new replacement chain as soon as possible.

Nathen
16-07-2005, 19:07
A Chain tool should cost no less than £5 from your local bike shop.

For a cheap one, that is. From there its easy.

Nathen
16-07-2005, 19:07
http://www.bicycletouring101.com/RepairBrokenChain.htm

How to fix it :p