How to count chain links?

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How to count chain links?

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Thought I knew this but now not so sure. See picture. If I count per A, I get 52 links (less master). Problem is I browsed several places discussing CBX chains/sprockets/etc. and several places suggested 104 links for an 18/42-530 (what I have). That implies a link is represented by B in my picture. I was going to order a 100 link chain thinking I only need 52 links but 2x52=104. I kinda want to get this right the first time :-)
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Re: How to count chain links?

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I have always just counted the outside plates similar to the method used in this video.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aNK-QkI4j54

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Re: How to count chain links?

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For your 18/42 stock would be 108 for the 81/82 prolink and 102 for the 80.
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Re: How to count chain links?

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Sorry I didn't mention my CBX is a 79.
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Re: How to count chain links?

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I'm not certain on that one. The 530 chain on your 79 is a conversion from the OEM 630 chain.
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Re: How to count chain links?

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You count each pin. The correct length for a '79-'80 with 530 chain is 102 pins, I think.

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