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New chain for 6sp Shimano Positron

elmariachi New Member

Joined: Jul 2012

Posts: 2

#1

07-18-2012, 10:54 AM

Hey there! I need a new chain for my bike. It has a Shimano Positron (6sp rear) group. Can I use a modern 8sp chain (narrower)?

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nfmisso Hall of Famer

Joined: Jul 2010

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Location: San Jose, CA

#2

07-18-2012, 03:18 PM

I suggest this one:
http://www.amazon.com/Shimano-CN-HG70-8-Speed-Chain-Black/dp/B0013EP7IW/

I have had very good mileage from them on my 7 speed.

For 8 and 9 speed; I prefer SRAM; though they have noticeably less life.

Nigel

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