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Clip vs Rivet Link - V1GiLaNtE - 08-06-2018
I was able to score a brand new chain + F/R sprocket for the SV off craigslist for stupid cheap money a few weeks ago. I've been hesitant to install it as I don't have a chain break/rivet tool yet, however the chain came with a brand new master clip link. I've seen things go back and forth about the strength (rivet has hardly ever broke), but was curious what the experience here is for the link solution?
Note: It's a very high quality D.I.D chain and sprocket set.
RE: Clip vs Rivet Link - Ginger - 08-28-2018
That's really splitting hairs. If you're reaching fatigue levels where the clip link will fail, you're looking at potential failure of any link on the chain. There isn't much lateral stress on it.
You might still have some difficulty installing it without a chain tool, though. Typically you need to press the outer link even of a clip-type link on really tight, which the tool helps you do. I tried to do it with clamps once and I can't remember if it actually worked. There's also a chance you'll need to shorten the chain. If it came off a same-model stock bike with the same gearing and it hasn't stretched, it might be OK.
But I'd encourage you not to start the job without some backup plan. It would be pretty easy to get the old chain off, not be able to reinstall it, and find out you can't finish installing the new one without the tool. There are a few cheap tools on Amazon that would probably good for one use. The Motion Pro PBR is a tool worth owning, though. You're going to be owning bikes with chains even when they're electric.
https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=pbr+chain+tool
Oh. And side note. Keep an eye, and ear, out for anything out of the ordinary once you do get it installed. A used chain would make me nervous. It's right next to your leg and all.
Clip vs Rivet Link - GTBrandon - 07-28-2019
Looking at doing the same on the r6 soon, how did this end up going?
RE: Clip vs Rivet Link - V1GiLaNtE - 07-29-2019
(07-28-2019, 11:44 PM)GTBrandon Wrote: Looking at doing the same on the r6 soon, how did this end up going?
I ended up buy a MotionPro Chain Rivet tool. For modern sportbikes you should definitely use a rivet. Masterlink is OK for dirt bikes and such.
Always welcome to do it at our house in RVA or if you want I can ship you the tool. Just cover the cost to ship it back.
Clip vs Rivet Link - GTBrandon - 08-01-2019
(07-29-2019, 10:17 AM)V1GiLaNtE Wrote:(07-28-2019, 11:44 PM)GTBrandon Wrote: Looking at doing the same on the r6 soon, how did this end up going?
I ended up buy a MotionPro Chain Rivet tool. For modern sportbikes you should definitely use a rivet. Masterlink is OK for dirt bikes and such.
Always welcome to do it at our house in RVA or if you want I can ship you the tool. Just cover the cost to ship it back.
I think Sahm bought one as well for his chain so I might borrow it. How long did it take through and through to remove the old chain and install the new one?
RE: Clip vs Rivet Link - .RJ - 08-01-2019
I have a tool as well, for the NoVa folks
RE: Clip vs Rivet Link - Senor_Taylor - 08-01-2019
(08-01-2019, 03:08 PM).RJ Wrote: I have a tool as well, for the NoVa folksBrandon lives with us right now, so let's get that beer soon and I'll grab it.
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Clip vs Rivet Link - GTBrandon - 08-01-2019
(08-01-2019, 05:06 PM)Senor_Taylor Wrote:(08-01-2019, 03:08 PM).RJ Wrote: I have a tool as well, for the NoVa folksBrandon lives with us right now, so let's get that beer soon and I'll grab it.
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You don’t even own a motorcycle nerd
RE: Clip vs Rivet Link - V1GiLaNtE - 08-02-2019
(08-01-2019, 02:27 PM)GTBrandon Wrote:(07-29-2019, 10:17 AM)V1GiLaNtE Wrote:(07-28-2019, 11:44 PM)GTBrandon Wrote: Looking at doing the same on the r6 soon, how did this end up going?
I ended up buy a MotionPro Chain Rivet tool. For modern sportbikes you should definitely use a rivet. Masterlink is OK for dirt bikes and such.
Always welcome to do it at our house in RVA or if you want I can ship you the tool. Just cover the cost to ship it back.
I think Sahm bought one as well for his chain so I might borrow it. How long did it take through and through to remove the old chain and install the new one?
An hour? IDK. I also did the rear sprocket and took my time cleaning everything thoroughly.