i keep breaking new chain at master link any way around not using the master link ????
any suggestions pls help
any suggestions pls help
chains from bike kits are junk
- Thread starter joelogger2
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You can use a chain breaker and take one link off, then put it back together with the chain breaker, without the master link.
#41 chain i bought is way smoother than any kit chain ive ever bought. less noise and less popping sounds. makes me feel like it will stay on
as bbb said you can use a chain braker and get rid of the master link but that said its not a bad idea to get a 41 chain I myself still have a 415 chain I ran with out a link at first but the 415 chain pins keep comeing lose on me so my advice is 2 things 1 get a 41 chain like josh said then 2 use a chainbraker and put it together with out the link.
IMO kit chain IS junk, it binds, turns red, rusts, and generally is clunky crap. It's worth replacing IMO, then you will have a better time. KMC BMX 415H chain is supposed to be very strong and it sells for cheaper than motorcycle 415h chain.
Are you sure the master link is breaking or is the clip coming off? If the clip is installed correctly, that being with the open end facing the rear of the bike as the chain enters the engine drive sprocket, there's less chance of it hitting anything and snapping the clip off. If the open end faces forward it can snag the inside of the clutch actuator cover and it will pop off allowing the link to seperate. This can/will happen on any chain no matter where it was made.
Tom
Tom
you can tack the clip on to the master link, you will just have to cut the chain if you want to take it apart. You are gonna want to get some new chain from tractor supply, you can also get a half link there and use that if you don't have a welder
