Posted October 12, 201212 yr I seem to be tightening my chain up every few weeks. I do use my bike every day and ride it hard, but is this normal?
October 12, 201212 yr Moderator No. They stretch a fair bit when new but with a good lube they tend to settle down very quickly.
October 12, 201212 yr Author The chain and sprockets are about 4/5 months old. What do you think the possible causes could be? I do regularly lube my chain with a good quality lube.
October 12, 201212 yr Moderator 2 things I can think of are: It is a very cheap chain the adjusters are moving
October 12, 201212 yr Author Thanks, I suspect it is the latter. I will just have to put up with it, it's not a major issue I suppose.
October 12, 201212 yr Grouchy, I ride my bike every working day and I only need to adjust the chain about twice a year. But, and I mean But, now it's coming up to winter I keep it well oiled/waxed. I tend to keep a spray can of lubricant at home and at work so when I get to work in this shitty weather while the chain is warm I put the bike on the centre stand and give it a good spray and let it settle while I'm at work. I hope this helps
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