jed 0 Posted January 7, 2009 So I bought a new chain on Sunday. When I purchase a chain It comes with one master link. What do you do with your master links? Do you save them for emergencies? Or, do you use them for linking your chain together first time around? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joliet 0 Posted January 7, 2009 So I bought a new chain on Sunday. When I purchase a chain It comes with one master link. What do you do with your master links? Do you save them for emergencies? Or, do you use them for linking your chain together first time around? I cut my chain where I need it to be and put it together with the new master link. I also carry 3 spares in my tool kit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robertaccio 412 Posted January 7, 2009 So I bought a new chain on Sunday. When I purchase a chain It comes with one master link. What do you do with your master links? Do you save them for emergencies? Or, do you use them for linking your chain together first time around? ??? put the chain together (with the masterlink), make sure you have enough slack when the suspension is compressed,,usually the owners manual has a slack setting to. Install the clip with the closed end forward. its a good idea to have a masterlink handy in the buttbag Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jed 0 Posted January 7, 2009 So I bought a new chain on Sunday. When I purchase a chain It comes with one master link. What do you do with your master links? Do you save them for emergencies? Or, do you use them for linking your chain together first time around? ??? put the chain together (with the masterlink), make sure you have enough slack when the suspension is compressed,,usually the owners manual has a slack setting to. Install the clip with the closed end forward. its a good idea to have a masterlink handy in the buttbag Is carrying a few links of chain for emergency repairs a good idea? Is it considered a safe option? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KTMrad 516 Posted January 7, 2009 Spare master links with a short, extra piece of chain (few links) is good for emergencies, if your chain breaks in the middle of nowhere. A good idea if you're riding out far away from civilization.....while always handy to carry in tool pack, not necessary for local or day rides. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
darylhunter 1 Posted January 7, 2009 I've also put a dab of silicone caulk on the master link in some cases to help hold it, or a loop of safety wire. Probably overkill, but I've never lost a master link :-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirt dame 561 Posted January 7, 2009 And remember that if you put a new chain on worn sprockets, that the chain will wear out much faster than if you replace the worn sprockets with new ones at the same time that you replace the chain. Chain and sprockets should always be replaced as a set for maximum service and safety. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robertaccio 412 Posted January 7, 2009 +1 and +2,,,,, from the last 2 posts,,,,,I always clean the master clip with solvent and put 1211 wht threebond on them,,and also new chain and sprocket is always a good idea. these days to be sure,,if you use a even a good (not top) quality chain,,,we hardly ever see breakages. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted January 7, 2009 chain? before final drive failures, we had chains breaking Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
unclecameron 0 Posted January 7, 2009 yeah, but then you don't spend $10, you get to spend $1000 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robertaccio 412 Posted January 7, 2009 http://jeff.dean.home.att.net/r32.htm "chain"?????? we get it they have been givin' people the shaft for a long time,,go GS!! Uberschwein! oh yeah also note the all new (CRF/RMZ r u listening) perimeter frame. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
racerbill 0 Posted January 7, 2009 I put a master link for the brand of chain I'm using in my fanny pack but first I drill out the holes in the plate so I don't need a press to put it on. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crawdaddy 96 Posted January 7, 2009 I put a master link for the brand of chain I'm using in my fanny pack but first I drill out the holes in the plate so I don't need a press to put it on. Good idea.....thanks for the tip on that approach Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted January 7, 2009 I put a master link for the brand of chain I'm using in my fanny pack but first I drill out the holes in the plate so I don't need a press to put it on. slick! I have always just used a vice grip and a lot of cussing... your way seems easier. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joliet 0 Posted January 7, 2009 I put a master link for the brand of chain I'm using in my fanny pack but first I drill out the holes in the plate so I don't need a press to put it on. I will have to try that. I always carry a press in my tool kit, but when pressing on an o-ring master link it is hard to get the master link centered on the chain. It seems like there is always a gap in the back or between the plate and retainer clip. Thanks, Ken Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirt dame 561 Posted January 8, 2009 A masterlink is the one thing I don't carry in my tool kit. I'll probably regret that pretty soon, with the way my luck has been running. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robertaccio 412 Posted January 8, 2009 another tool trick following the BS vice grip method is to grind your vice grips to make them a chain tool,,, just grind a groove across one side of the pincers to allow for the link pins to not get squeezed wnen installing the plate. You can still use the vice grips for other tasks, but for me it is now a dedicated chain link tool. Also on my dirt bikes I never use the stake on type links only the clip type. From what I am reading some of you use the permenant stake on type? Also I never refer to my waist tool pack as a fanny pack,,,,ask an Oz rider why its a butt bag not a fanny pack. Now let's all get and ride!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jed 0 Posted January 9, 2009 Riders, thanks for all the great info. I just wanted to read all of your opinions and knowledge. I appreciate your help. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
