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How many speeds is your "road bike". If 11sp will not fit nearly as well.
(NB - is a 'chain tool' designed to 'cut and join' the chain)
That's the Cyclo one I have, it works fine on 8 & 9 speed.
I think the earlier cyclo tools, that I had in the 60's and for 5 speed chains had a pin that was slightly wider in diameter and wouldn't work for more modern chains.
What is the physical difference? Is it that a 11 speed for example would be thinner links (not shorter links) than a 7 speed?It'll be fine. MTB and road chains are all the same. The biggest difference between chains is whether they're 7, 8, 9,10, 11, 12 speed etc.
What is the physical difference? Is it that a 11 speed for example would be thinner links (not shorter links) than a 7 speed?
Thank you for replying, can you explain in layman terms please.Edit: If the drivetrains are the same: no problem. If your "road bike" is 11sp there will be slack and the tool will not work as well.
(NB - is a 'chain tool' designed to 'cut and join' the chain)
That's basically it. Although as others have said, it shouldn't really make any difference to your chain tool. If there's any slack on the outside link which you'll be pushing the pin against, try a shim for a coke can or something like a small washer.
There are outside and inside links?? Appologies for my lack of bike knowledge, but thank you for your patience.