chain size?
06-13-08, 04:27 PM
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chain size?
How do you tell the size of your chain? 1/8 3/32 is it as simple as measuring with a tape measure?
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i believe 1/8 is standard bmx.
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3/32 is for racing
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no pritty sure its still 1/8th
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Not all racers use 3/32 but it is for racing purposes.
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when buying a chainwheel dont you have to buy one specific to your chain 1/8 or 3/32
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yes
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You can run a 1/8" chain on a 3/32" cog yes?
https://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=360040704818
Is that a 1/8" or 3/32" chainring?
https://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=360040704818
Is that a 1/8" or 3/32" chainring?
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