9 speed chains are narrower internally than 8 speed.
9 speed chains are narrower internally than 8 speed
But there's a better than even chance that the sprockets will only be 2mm thick even on an 8-speed cassette. It's probably going to work in practice.
I've run 9-speed chains on 8-speed cassettes ... it works.
@gbj_tester started
London Fixed Gear and Single-Speed is a community of predominantly fixed gear and single-speed cyclists in and around London, UK.
This site is supported almost exclusively by donations. Please consider donating a small amount regularly.
9 speed chains are narrower internally than 8 speed.