KCNC chain question
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KMC chain question
a few of you have recommended the kmc x10sl over the sram red 1091R chain...that its quieter and shifts smoother.
can anyone point out exactly what is different about the design that makes it so?
can anyone point out exactly what is different about the design that makes it so?
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KMC makes chains.
KCNC makes alloy components.
The differences between chains include materials, coatings and machining of the inner and outer plates.
KCNC makes alloy components.
The differences between chains include materials, coatings and machining of the inner and outer plates.
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Are the edges of the links rounded?
Is the metal less prone to vibration?
Just wondering- I assume the difference is subtle; I'd just like to know the detail.
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Chain manufacturers spend a lot of time and energy shaping/chamfering the plates so that the chains release and engage quickly and more smoothly.
They look at the types of materials used for the different component parts and how these parts are finished. This includes coatings and plating. This will affect durability and how noisy or quiet a chain can be to some extent.
KMC makes good chains including many Shimano chains.
They look at the types of materials used for the different component parts and how these parts are finished. This includes coatings and plating. This will affect durability and how noisy or quiet a chain can be to some extent.
KMC makes good chains including many Shimano chains.
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