Chains compatibility Shimano vs KMC
12-28-05, 08:24 AM
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Chains compatibility Shimano vs KMC
Hello,
I have a FC-TX71 Crankset and a 7 speed Cassette sproket CS-HG30. Both are Shimano.
I need to buy a new chain. I found a Chart with the recommended chain for both, Crankset and Cassette combination.
The recommended chain for my bicycle is (as the article says): CN-HG50 (Shimano).
My question is:
Are Shimano CN-HG50 and KMC Z50 the same chain?
Thanks in advance,
German.-
I have a FC-TX71 Crankset and a 7 speed Cassette sproket CS-HG30. Both are Shimano.
I need to buy a new chain. I found a Chart with the recommended chain for both, Crankset and Cassette combination.
The recommended chain for my bicycle is (as the article says): CN-HG50 (Shimano).
My question is:
Are Shimano CN-HG50 and KMC Z50 the same chain?
Thanks in advance,
German.-
12-28-05, 08:36 AM
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Any chain that is recommended for 7 and 8-speed cassette use will work with your bike. What you may find is a new chain, any brand, will skip if you use it with your existing cassette if the cogs are worn. You may need to replace the casette too.
12-29-05, 06:23 AM
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Originally Posted by glore2002
Hello,
I have a FC-TX71 Crankset and a 7 speed Cassette sproket CS-HG30. Both are Shimano.
I need to buy a new chain. I found a Chart with the recommended chain for both, Crankset and Cassette combination.
The recommended chain for my bicycle is (as the article says): CN-HG50 (Shimano).
My question is:
Are Shimano CN-HG50 and KMC Z50 the same chain?
Thanks in advance,
German.-
I have a FC-TX71 Crankset and a 7 speed Cassette sproket CS-HG30. Both are Shimano.
I need to buy a new chain. I found a Chart with the recommended chain for both, Crankset and Cassette combination.
The recommended chain for my bicycle is (as the article says): CN-HG50 (Shimano).
My question is:
Are Shimano CN-HG50 and KMC Z50 the same chain?
Thanks in advance,
German.-
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12-29-05, 07:56 AM
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Maybe KMC does make Shimano. I do know that KMC chain is the worst stuff I've used on a bike in years. Not so much from wear but breaking at the pins. I can count on about 1000km on a KMC whereas a good quality SRAM, Shimano, etc. will last me for many thousands.
Funny thing is, if I know it's a KMC chain, I don't look after it as well because I know it won't last...can anyone spell self fullfilling prophecy?
Funny thing is, if I know it's a KMC chain, I don't look after it as well because I know it won't last...can anyone spell self fullfilling prophecy?
12-29-05, 09:41 AM
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my last KMC chain lasted 6k miles. so I bought another one.
12-29-05, 09:47 AM
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gotta love kmc chains. the right price point. after the $20 price point you're paying for the name and for different shinier looks. in other words, you're a sucker.
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12-29-05, 03:09 PM
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I've used thousands of KMC chains on SS beach crusisers with minimal failure.
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The KMC 8spd on my bent is up to 12k miles with about 1/16" stretch. The 9spd KMC lasted about 5k miles. The KMC 10spd I recently bought for the compact conversion was made in China and used one time use QR links. It will be several years before endurance can be estimated.
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