Ricco1 Posted January 3, 2017 Share Posted January 3, 2017 I fitted a new chain 12 months ago, I've done 3000 miles since. Didn't change the sprockets as they were fine. The chain was on the long side, it was half way along the adjuster when I tightened it up. I didn't shorten it at that time because I didn't have the tool. Now, the adjustment is all used up. I was wondering whether it would be safe to take a link or two out, maybe to take it back to around half way along the adjuster, rather than buy another new chain.What do you guys think?If it's OK do I need one of those chain breaker tools, are they easy to use?Cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 3, 2017 Share Posted January 3, 2017 Done it many many many times. No problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tango Posted January 3, 2017 Share Posted January 3, 2017 Personally I wouldn't shorten the chain.......If it's stretched that much in 3000 miles either your sprockets have had it, or the chain is no good. Shortening the chain could alter its pitch, which will wear the sprockets faster and could result in the chain snapping, which is not a good thing to happen, I speak from experience. ...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fq-craigus Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 If the chain was too long when fitted then yes loosing a link would be ok but if it's stretched then no you can't. Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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