Vetseun Posted September 6, 2019 Share My two single speed bikes. Because it has been scientifically proven that you cannot have too many bikes. It is not possible.One OneAnd Raleigh USA Belt Drive.Love them both.(But the On One a tiny bit more) Edited September 6, 2019 by Vetseun arendoog, IH8MUD, RocknRolla and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vetseun Posted September 6, 2019 Share A pic with Raleigh in front. Dont want them to be jealous. Hairy, arendoog, deanbean and 3 others 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hairy Posted September 6, 2019 Share Very lekker Vettie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monark Posted September 6, 2019 Share Stunning Vetseun 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vetseun Posted September 6, 2019 Share Very lekker VettieShot Pal Hairy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hairy Posted September 7, 2019 Share Shot Palhow does the belt "feel" vs a chain SS drivetrain? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vetseun Posted September 7, 2019 Share how does the belt "feel" vs a chain SS drivetrain?Silent and smooth. But I still like my On One more. arendoog and Hairy 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mett Posted September 15, 2019 Share Hoping I can get some advice.I’m wanting to convert to SS. I recently just purchased a chain tensioner , a 18t rear chainring/cog and spacers for the freehub . I’m wanting to know if I can put a 10 speed chain on this set up? Or will I require a SS chain? And if yes, hoekom? - also, roughly what tension / length should the chain be? Or will the chain tensioner sort that out? Thanks In advance for any tips or advice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mett Posted September 15, 2019 Share Hoping I can get some advice.I’m wanting to convert to SS. I recently just purchased a chain tensioner , a 18t rear chainring/cog and spacers for the freehub . I’m wanting to know if I can put a 10 speed chain on this set up? Or will I require a SS chain? And if yes, hoekom? - also, roughly what tension / length should the chain be? Or will the chain tensioner sort that out? Thanks In advance for any tips or advice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattwalt Posted September 15, 2019 Share Get a 3/32 single speed chain. Rapide.co.za has them. Geared chains are actually designed to move off the rings :-) Single speed not so much. Also usually they are much tougher - SS puts loads more stress on the drive train. Depending on your tensioner you got... You want the chain to be as short as possible and still work.  Getting your chainlink right can be fiddly - I use a straight section of pipe which I lay against the chainring and get a good idea where the cog should sit.  Also do take in mind chain wrap - you want the chain to wrap around the rear cog as far as possible. Many tensioners push away and greatly reduce wrap... Which results in the chain jumping under strain. Its better to have the chain pushed up... Mett 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King_Crispy Posted September 15, 2019 Share Hoping I can get some advice.I’m wanting to convert to SS. I recently just purchased a chain tensioner , a 18t rear chainring/cog and spacers for the freehub . I’m wanting to know if I can put a 10 speed chain on this set up? Or will I require a SS chain? And if yes, hoekom? - also, roughly what tension / length should the chain be? Or will the chain tensioner sort that out? Thanks In advance for any tips or advice!Rapide is great10 speed chain works perfectly Edited September 15, 2019 by King_Crispy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mett Posted September 15, 2019 Share Get a 3/32 single speed chain. Rapide.co.za has them. Geared chains are actually designed to move off the rings :-) Single speed not so much. Also usually they are much tougher - SS puts loads more stress on the drive train. Depending on your tensioner you got... You want the chain to be as short as possible and still work.  Getting your chainlink right can be fiddly - I use a straight section of pipe which I lay against the chainring and get a good idea where the cog should sit.  Also do take in mind chain wrap - you want the chain to wrap around the rear cog as far as possible. Many tensioners push away and greatly reduce wrap... Which results in the chain jumping under strain. Its better to have the chain pushed up...Alright thanks for that, parts haven’t arrived just yet when they arrive I will have a look and fiddle! Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mett Posted September 15, 2019 Share Screenshot_20190915-204933_Photos.jpgRapide is great10 speed chain works perfectlyThanks man, any chain slips or anything there? And what size front and rear chainrings you running ? And how you finding that? I was planning a 18t rear, and 32 front . Most riding is on flat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King_Crispy Posted September 15, 2019 Share Thanks man, any chain slips or anything there? And what size front and rear chainrings you running ? And how you finding that? I was planning a 18t rear, and 32 front . Most riding is on flat17x32.No chain slip, ever.Rode a steep technical route yesterday and that gearing works perfectly for me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mett Posted September 15, 2019 Share Screenshot_20190915-211114_WhatsApp.jpg17x32.No chain slip, ever.Rode a steep technical route yesterday and that gearing works perfectly for meGlad to hear that then! Thanks man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zeffer Posted September 16, 2019 Share 17x32 and I run out of cadence very quickly. Thinking 16x32 might be more ideal. Even 15x32 but dont seem to be able to source a 15T.Any advice? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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