6/7/8 Speed Bike Chain

Rebuilt a vintage Cannondale triathlon bike for sale. Excellnt chain - looks great and people swore they held up better than the expensive ones. I did boil it in parafin before I installed it.

Best chain that money can ask for, fits well on my bike, however you do need a chain tool to reduce the length if needed, so be weary of that.

nice chain great price

Replacement chain for my 8 speed bike. It was 8 links too long but I was able to remove those links with a punch and hammer. Once adjusted for length, the snap lock link secured the chain. For the price this was a good value.

I use the same chain on all my bikes projects, looks good, noiseless fit perfectly reachable good velocity speed, the only thing is the master link I don’t use it, because I came from the old school way, after that no complaints!!!

Great for the price. Worked perfectly on my bike

I’ve been impressed with the quality of these chains so far. I have ordered several for various bike builds. I would consider this chain if you need a replacement.

Given the sub-$7 price, this 7-speed chain may seem to be the cheapest deal on Amazon for a replacement Hyperglide-compatible chain. While the price may make it super tempting, there are some compelling reasons to avoid it as well. Let's look at the pros and cons: ---- PROS: - PRO #1: This manufacturer has managed to make a 7-speed chain that doesn't need a master link or a special chain pin; it uses beveled chain pins (like old Sedis chains) that elegantly slide into the adjoining chain plate. This is, of course, PROVIDED you have set your chain tool perfectly aligned, otherwise you'll destroy the plate. (This is undoubtedly why some of the reviewers here have had failures). - PRO #2: Both pins and plates seems to be plated surprisingly well. Better than most OEM spec on entry-level bike shop bikes. Whether this plating will hold up in the elements, well, that I've yet to see. CONS: - CON #1: I've done hundreds of bikes in the past, and 116 links is NOT enough for the average 26" entry-level ATB/MTB or hybrid - the typical "21/24-speed" triples with MegaRange. 116 is also too short for 700C hybrids with large single chainrings and slightly longer chainstays (such as Electra Lofts). In fact, not ONCE has any package of this chain been enough to finish a single derailer bike I've touched; some of which I've included here in the photos. The only bike I've done that required only a single package is a 1960's road bike with an internally geared hub conversion (picture #4). As such, almost every bike comes out to ~$10.49 to do (minus a bit for the 16%-off-for-2 deal), not $6.99. All of a sudden, the price deal is not as good as it seems - though, fair enough, any other 116L chain will also be subject to the two-package issue. - CON #2: It doesn't really shift well. In comparison to KMC, SRAM, or Shimano HG, this chain just doesn't pick up the Hyperglide tooth ramps nicely. Upshifts, even with a perfectly adjusted derailer, tend to be chattery or rough - even on the stand. Add a rider on the ground and what seems minor in the stand becomes instantly apparent. It seem as if the angled outer chain plates - probably done to circumvent Shimano's patents - appear to facilitate downshifts only. To the credit of this chain, the downshifts are smooth, but it doesn't make up for the rest. ---- I find it hard to recommend this chain when the good stuff is a few dollars more. Nevertheless, if you have to make every dollar count, this might work for you. Just be aware that you might need two of them to make ends meet - pun intended. Also make SURE you have a good chain tool and set it right. If you're ever so slightly off square on the receiving chain plate, you will crack the plate or shave off material when pushing the pin in. Take absolute care to get it right.