Having an issue with this chain, chain is loose on 7 but tight on other settings, how do I fix this?

Okay you may be referring to chain slack or how tight the chain is wrapped around the cassette gear - either way it's the fault of the derailleur. Check the spec for "max teeth" (not total teeth) and compare it to your cassette. It may be spec'd for 34 and you have 34 or slightly bigger. If it's a match either get a longer cage derailleur or a smaller cluster gear. Some variation of this.

Does this chain come wih connecting links or pins? If not what is reccomended?

Yes, it does come with connecting pins or Rivets if you will, I would personally recommend the KMC 5,6,7,8 speed Missing links as I personally think you should just ignore using the pin.

Will this work okay on a 9 speed crankset?

No. Not at all. Don't even try. The dimensions are completely different. Everything about a 9 speed drivetrain is slightly skinnier. The differences are miniscule (.5mm at most), but it's enough that putting a 6/7/8 speed chain on a 9 speed drivetrain is just a sloppy thing to do. So...don't. =)

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SHIMANO ICNHG71116I Speed Chain (Grey, Painted Finish)

SHIMANO ICNHG71116I Speed Chain (Grey, Painted Finish)

Product ID: 75914424

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Brand
SHIMANO
Material
other
UPC
689228867772

🎯Fast, accurate rear shifting performance

⚙️Chromizing link pins for durability

🚴‍♂️Optimized for Hyperglide 8-Speed precision

Details

Brand
SHIMANO
Material
other
UPC
689228867772

Description

⚡ Shift Faster, Ride Smarter — Own the Road with Shimano Precision!

CHROMIZED LINK PINS - Enhanced wear resistance for longer chain life
PRECISION DOWNSHIFTS - Engineered for lightning-fast, accurate rear shifting under load
LIGHTWEIGHT DURABLE - 0.81 lbs of robust performance built to last year-round
SLEEK GRAY PAINTED FINISH - Modern aesthetic that complements any freestyle bike
HYPERGLIDE 8 SPEED COMPATIBILITY - Seamless integration with HG sprockets for smooth gear transitions

The SHIMANO ICNHG71116I Speed Chain features chromized link pins for superior durability and is optimized for Hyperglide 8-Speed sprockets, delivering fast and precise rear shifting performance. Designed for freestyle bikes, its sleek gray painted finish and lightweight construction make it a reliable, year-round drivetrain upgrade.

Specifications

ASIN	B00N3R30WC
Best Sellers Rank	#134,977 in Sports, Fitness & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports, Fitness & Outdoors ) #58 in Cycling Chains
Brand	SHIMANO
Brand Name	SHIMANO
Customer Reviews	4.5 out of 5 stars 1,623 Reviews
Item Type Name	Sports Other
Item Weight	318 g
Manufacturer	Shimano
Material	other
Material Type	other
Model Number	ICNHG71116I
Net Quantity	1.0 Count
Part Number	ICNHG71116I
Strand Type	Single
UPC	689228867772 784427974211 744288426496
Unit Count	1.0 Count

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