Correct chain replacement

[pedalton]

Hi all,

I just wanted to check with more experienced cyclists the I am replacing my chain with the correct model.

I have a Carrera Zelos (2013) with a 14 speed (7 x 2) shimano tourney, which I believe has a 50/34t Chainset with a 7 Speed 14/28t freewheel.

I am looking at this chain as a potential replacement the HG40 (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Shimano-HG40-Speed-Mountain-Chain/dp/B007NKUN0C)

Can anyone help with this, thanks!

 

[sgl5gjr]

I generally use KMC but did fit one of those (customer supplied) to a Carrera Virtuoso on a 2 x 8 set up.... he popped in and asked if I could replace it... so a small charge from me gained me future business....

 

[potsy]

Wiggle have those chains cheap but you would have to spend £10 for free delivery I think.

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/shimano-cn-...ium=affiliates&utm_campaign=www.cyclechat.net

 

[Kestevan]

As above, should be fine, but personally I'd be looking for a KMC chain.

 

[adamhearn]

A KMC Z7 is a cheap reliable chain that is supplied with a quick link.

 

[pedalton]

Is KMC superior to Shimano? Doing some searches on it, seems that KMC make Shimano chains. Is that right?

I wonder if I should just count the links on my current chain to be sure and just get a chain with the same number of links?

If I were to get a chain with quick link I would need to get a tool to break the chain I guess.

Thanks for all you help everyone.

 

[raleighnut]

Chains come in pretty standard lengths and you use a chainbreaker to remove what isn't needed.
FWIW I prefer SRAM chains.

 

[fossyant]

KMC X8-93 or better.

I prefer the quick links over the stupid pin that shimano use.

8 speed chains are ideal for 6,7,8 speed.

TBH I run 9 speed chains on both 8 speed bikes as the slightly narrower chain reduced chain rub on front mech. PS the chainring are 8,9,10 compatible

 

[Pale Rider]

Put one of these in with your chain order and the world of chains will be your lobster.

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/park-tools-chain-brute-chain-tool/

It will bring you up to free p&p status, and there may be a small bag of sweets as well.