What Chain do I need - from a beginner

[atsgmo]

Hi, I am restoring an old bike and the chain looks like it needs replacing. But I am just not sure which would be right. A photo is attached, and it has 10 speeds. Is it possible to advise which would be the most suitable to buy? It's for my 14 year old son so doesn't need to be fancy, just reliable.

And is there a special tool for the links that I need to buy to affix it?

Thank you

 

[Gunk]

I’m just in the middle of rebuilding an almost identical bike, just search on eBay for “cycle chain”, you just need a basic chain for 5/6/7 speed bike and a link removal tool to cut it to the right length (keep the old one for reference) most chains come with a quick link which makes it really easy to fit.

 

[Gunk]

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/401782355614

 

[raleighnut]

I’m just in the middle of rebuilding an almost identical bike, just search on eBay for “cycle chain”, you just need a basic chain for 5/6/7 speed bike and a link removal tool to cut it to the right length (keep the old one for reference) most chains come with a quick link which makes it really easy to fit.

+1, loads of vids on youtube.

 

[atsgmo]

Thank you for your reply. Sorry for being thick, but when you say I need a 5/6/7 speed chain, mine is 10 speeds. Should I not look for that - eg https://www.tredz.co.uk/.Shimano-CN-HG54-10-Speed-HG-X-Chain_75665.htm

 

[Cycleops]

Yeahbut you have a 5 speed on the rear times two on the front making 10 so you need a 5/6/7 speed. Geddit?

Those old pugs make good everyday bikes.

BTW welcome to the forum

 

[atsgmo]

Thank you - this is all really interesting to learn about. SO would this be ok? https://www.tredz.co.uk/.Clarks-7-8-Speed-Anti-Rust-Chain_121023.htm or this one but looks quite basic https://www.halfords.com/cycling/bi...s/clarks-standard--567-bike-chain-246053.html

 

[Cycleops]

The Halfords one would be fine

 

[Gunk]

You’ll need one of these as well

https://www.halfords.com/cycling/bi..._content=PACS - Bike Maintenance - Bike Tools

 

[tom73]

The Halfords chain will be fine.
Do you know if you need a new chain ?
Have you check it ?
I only did my 1st one last year so remember what it's like working it all out. It's not hard with a few tools and a youtube clip and you will be well away.
All you need is here

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VdUQKVMPF5I

 

[Slioch]

Another tip. Assuming the current chain on the bike is the correct length, count the number of links in it and cut the new chain to the same length.

That saddle looks really low. Maybe it's at the right height for your son, but it might be worth checking. There's loads of videos on Youtube to help get the right height. His knees will thank you in the long run.

 

[atsgmo]

Thank you all. Yes the height is right- he is a little small for the bike but can ride it well.