Shimano Mountain Bike Chain Installation. mountain bike components SHIMANO components create a more efficient bicycle-to-rider interface that demands less of your energy. It is recommended to use genuine Shimano parts only.
Bike chains are designed to spin smooth, stay strong and keep you riding for miles to come. For installation to the bicycle, and maintenance: • Depending on the shape of the frame, the rear derailleur may interfere with the chainstay. • Grease the inner cable and the sliding portions of the outer casing before use to ensure that they slide properly. When you shift, the derailleurs move your chain allowing you to change gears.
For installation to the bicycle, and maintenance: • Depending on the shape of the frame, the rear derailleur may interfere with the chainstay. • Grease the inner cable and the sliding portions of the outer casing before use to ensure that they slide properly.
Replacing your chain as it wears out is good preventative maintenance, much like changing the oil in your car.
Bicycle Warehouse has chains from SRAM, Shimano, KMC and more. Front and rear derailleurs are part of the Altus group. A component group includes nearly all parts of the bike except the frame, seat, wheels and forks.