noisy new chain

General Help
1

I just replaced my chain and its making horrible sounds when I accelerate. Its silent when I’m cruising or slowing down.

Its definately the right size chain, I think the spacing is fine and I can’t feel any movement in the BB - so does mean that my chainring and sproket are too worn and need replacing?
Has anyone got any pointer for telling when they should be replaced?

ps - they’re not so worn that they resemble sharks teeth

2

It could be a few things causing the noise:

  1. Your chain tension could be too tight.

  2. Your chainline could be out.

  3. Like you said, the teeth could be worn.

Out of curiosity, what chain are you running?

3

I’ve pulled out my measuring tape and yeah you’re right, the Chainline is out by around 5mm. I’ll get myself a new BB. Thanks for that.

ps - KMC Freestyle 1/2 x 3/32, same as before.