Which chain for Bianchi Via Nirone?

[toby123]

Hi, I'm looking to replace my chain but as it's something I've never done before, I need to know which one to get. I don't want to spend a lot of money, I just need something that's 100% compatible! Thanks.

 

[HorTs]

Hi, how many gears does it have?

 

[toby123]

Hi, it has a 10 speed rear block, 12-25, and 50/34 on the front.

 

[winjim]

KMC X10 should do. Comes with "missing link" so easy to install. L/EL/SL versions get progressively lighter/dearer.

 

[Cycleops]

Here you go, and only £11.49. http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/shimano-105-5701-10-speed-chain/rp-prod50457

Or if you want the KMC: http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/kmc-x10-73-10-speed-chain/rp-prod120623

 

[toby123]

So it's OK to fit a Shimano chain to a Campag-equipped bike? Bit confused about this!

 

[Cycleops]

Absolutely fine, unless you want to use a Campag chain: http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/campagnolo-veloce-10-speed-chain/rp-prod57808

 

[bpsmith]

Tbh it would have to be KMC without question. Much better than the Shimano equivalent.

 

[toby123]

I'm going for the KMC. Thanks for the advice

 

[Apollonius]

Right choice (the KMC, that is). Just make sure you have the right number of links by comparing with the one you removed. The reason for favouring the KMC is that it has a neat little joining link which snaps into place by hand. Both the Campagnolo and Shimano ones need some skill in pressing them together. They can be prone to breaking unless you get it perfect. KMC is pretty fool-proof, and you can carry a spare joining link if you are nervous.