Chain length when going -1/+2

[goose111]

I am wondering if anyone has experience with -1/+2 (15,48T) sprockets. Did you have to change the chain length or are you still running 118 links?

 

[Gary in NJ]

If your axle is near the middle of the adjustment range you will have enough adjustment to accommodate either of those situations. Going -1 on the front sends the axle back about 1/4-in and going +2 on the rear sends the axle forward about 3/8-in. If your axle is already biased towards the rear of the adjustment, then your chain is worn anyway.

 

[goose111]

Yes, my chain & sprockets are in dire need of being replaced. Sounds like on my new 530 chain I will still run 118 links.