Replacing a broken bike chain is easier if you have the best chain breaking tool on hand. The chain is the driving force of the bike, allowing the rider to transfer leg power to the rear wheel. Unfortunately, bicycle chains are not unwearable. They can break, bend or lose the pins connecting the two links.
While a chain breaker is a simple tool, many products on the market fail to meet the expectations of bicycle owners. Some breakers can’t consistently pass the chain pins straight through their slots, while others are sloppy or weak. That’s why cyclists must choose the right tool to add to their bike repair kit.
We’ve identified the following key factors that a bike owner should buy for choosing the right bike chain breaker.
Compatibility: No chain breaker works with all bicycle chain system types. Due to the similar characteristics of the two systems, many chain breakers are only suitable for some products. Some products can also accommodate limited link sizes, while others have a universal design.
Ease of use: What’s the point of buying a chain breaker if it’s difficult to operate? The ease of use of a chain breaker depends on its overall design. The different components must work together seamlessly to make it easier for cyclists to remove chain pins and replace links.
Construction: Ideally, the pushpin of the tool should never break under pressure. That’s why it’s best to look at a product’s overall construction to determine its strength and durability. In general, all-steel construction is preferable to composites; although some companies use aluminum and steel alloys.
Take this all-purpose bike chain tool for example, I like the overall design of the tool, especially the grooved handle for a firmer and safer grip. It’s for people with sweaty hands and lets them hold the tool while turning the bar to remove the links. I also appreciate the finger-molded design of the lever, which ensures a better grip.
The handle has a channel for accommodating an extra chain breaker pin. There is also a slot for the chain hook, and the other end of the chain hook sits on the tool’s pin slot when not in use. It may not have an Allen key, but this pocket-sized device is what a two-wheeled road warrior needs on his adventures.
Post time: Apr-18-2022