6 Speed Chain Advice
06-27-21, 03:56 AM
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6 Speed Chain Advice
Looking for a new chain for my old 1986 vintage bike and was wondering what people are using at the moment. Looking for a descent 6 speed chain that doesnt spoil the looks of my bright red bike by being cheap looking.
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Dave
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06-27-21, 05:07 AM
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Wippermann Connex: https://www.connexchain.com/en/7-spe...ar-chains.html
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KMC Z-series, or SRAM PC-8XX , 8-speed chain is the same as 6-sp. They come in gray, black, silver or nickel-plated, depending on your chosen level of bling.
I guess if you want to keep it period-correct, you could find an NOS Sachs Sedisport chain. They were 'the' upgrade in the 80s and 90s; there's still a pretty good market for them.
I guess if you want to keep it period-correct, you could find an NOS Sachs Sedisport chain. They were 'the' upgrade in the 80s and 90s; there's still a pretty good market for them.
06-27-21, 10:49 AM
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I’d go with SRAM PC-830 or 850. Yes, it’s an 8-speed chain, but it plays nice with most 6- and 7-speed systems and can be had for a reasonable sum.
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SRAM PC-850 is my "standard" chain. It goes on everything but the fixed-gear and 3-speed, so I buy several at time to have plenty on hand. 
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