On fixed gear and single speed bikes, a chain that's too tight feels crunchy and wears down the drivetrain parts faster; a chain that's too loose feels floppy, unresponsive, and can drop off (not what you want when riding brakeless). Here's how to perfectly tension your fixed gear or single speed chain for maximum buttery smoothness.
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0:00 - How to tension your fixed gear/single speed chain
0:39 - Step 1: Tools
1:52 - Step 2: Installing the Rear Wheel
2:37 - Step 3: Initial Chain Tensioning
3:21 - Step 4: Adding More Chain Tension
3:58 - Step 5: Technique for Fine Tuning Tension
7:20 - Step 6: Checking Tension and Alignment
10:37 - Step 7: Secure Bolts
11:20 - Sponsor: Wabi Cycles
12:09 - Patreon Fixie Famous Shoutouts
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