Yes, you still have full back drop (frame) engagement.
Alvinthf on
Yup totally fine. Wheels don’t need to be slammed that’s become a default in more recent times as a race to have the shortest rear.
No_Wrangler_7443 on
I wouldn’t run it that far back. If it slips forward too much the chain might pop off or the wheel could shift to one side. You should run tensioners or shorten the chain.
imboredsoimhere318 on
So the rule of thumb when installing a new chain; position the back wheel just short of slammed. This will allow wiggle room to remove/ disengage the chain from the sprocket. The chain should be semi tight but not too tight. You should be able to wiggle it .5 inch up and down. Definitely not so loose it comes in contact with the frame when you land. Learning how to install a chain is a game changer. Buy the shadow conspiracy tool and a v2 interlock chain. Practice on the spare links how to secure it and disengage links. After you’ve done it 5 times it’s a breeze. There are 5 really good videos on YouTube. Brant Moore does a ton of DIY bike mechanic vids. Keep in mind that overtime chains spread. This might cause you to remove a link for that perfect feeling “power train”. The fish heads swim over the waterfall of the sprocket. Each link is like a fish with a head and tail. 🐟 a tire wedge is also a nice tool to have from wooder designs. All bike companies now sell his design. Remember to go back and fourth while tightening the bolts so it doesn’t pull hard to one side. A rolled up wash cloth will work fine to shove in between the tire and frame to achieve the tension needed.
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Yes, you still have full back drop (frame) engagement.
Yup totally fine. Wheels don’t need to be slammed that’s become a default in more recent times as a race to have the shortest rear.
I wouldn’t run it that far back. If it slips forward too much the chain might pop off or the wheel could shift to one side. You should run tensioners or shorten the chain.
So the rule of thumb when installing a new chain; position the back wheel just short of slammed. This will allow wiggle room to remove/ disengage the chain from the sprocket. The chain should be semi tight but not too tight. You should be able to wiggle it .5 inch up and down. Definitely not so loose it comes in contact with the frame when you land. Learning how to install a chain is a game changer. Buy the shadow conspiracy tool and a v2 interlock chain. Practice on the spare links how to secure it and disengage links. After you’ve done it 5 times it’s a breeze. There are 5 really good videos on YouTube. Brant Moore does a ton of DIY bike mechanic vids. Keep in mind that overtime chains spread. This might cause you to remove a link for that perfect feeling “power train”. The fish heads swim over the waterfall of the sprocket. Each link is like a fish with a head and tail. 🐟 a tire wedge is also a nice tool to have from wooder designs. All bike companies now sell his design. Remember to go back and fourth while tightening the bolts so it doesn’t pull hard to one side. A rolled up wash cloth will work fine to shove in between the tire and frame to achieve the tension needed.