Split links

cagiva gezzer · World Chat Champion Joined: 17 Mar 2003 Karma :

Having got most the bits i need to put the bike back together i've realised that the new chain is a rivet one.

I've never used a rivet one before so i contacted bike torque racing who supplied it and asked for a split link. They told me that x ring chains don't come with split links as they can't cope with the stress.

I would rather use a split link as it makes everything easier, from cleaning to engine removal.

However, it looks like i'm stuck with a rivet.

Can i fit it myself at home, or do i have to get my local dealer to do it?
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dainesefreak · World Chat Champion Joined: 04 Apr 2003 Karma :

That would depend on whether you had a chain riveter or not. If you haven't it would probably be easier to get a dealer to do it.

As far as split link chains go, I thought that they weren't used on larger machines due to the stress that the chain is put under?

Ste · Not Work Safe Joined: 01 Sep 2002 Karma :

A company called Iris make split link chains for larger bikes. I found this out after one split on me on the M4 at about 110-120mph. Nice.

When fitting a riveted chain, I just put it though as much as it would on it's own, then rode it gently to the shop to get them to finish it with the chain tool. This is okay as long as you don't accelerate strongly and are generally nice to it. The way the chain is stressing the links it should be okay as well.

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cagiva gezzer · World Chat Champion Joined: 17 Mar 2003 Karma :

Its only a cagiva125. (24.7, (and that .7 is important) at the rear wheel last time i checked)

It had a split link as std, so they can cope.

I've only got a splitter, so i'll prob have to put the new sprockets on and use the old chain to go to the shop and get them to rivet it.

I dont really fancy riding the way ste suggests. Confused

More money to the local shop..............
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Ste · Not Work Safe Joined: 01 Sep 2002 Karma :

How far away from the local shop are you? I had no problems with my ZX6R (about 106bhp) going 3-4miles. Dusty did the same on his R6, as has G (can I spot a trend in bodgery coming from Calcot Laughing

) but if you'd rather not it might the slightly more sensible thing to do Smile

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Other thing you could do is get a split chain link as well, ride to the shop with that then change it for the rivetted one once you get there. They only cost £3 and you'll be able to re-use it. Smile

cagiva gezzer · World Chat Champion Joined: 17 Mar 2003 Karma :

They said they don't do split links for the chain.

Might see if my old one will fit on.

Its less than 10k to the dealer.

While i'm thinking about it, anyone know where to get re-coil kits from?
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MarJay · But it's British! Joined: 15 Sep 2003 Karma :

Maybe we should all chip in (at least the Reading-ers) for a BCF communal Chain rivetting tool? This might avoid similar problems in the future! Smile

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Kickstart · The Oracle Joined: 04 Feb 2002 Karma :

Hi

A chain riviting tool is not that expensive. Mine cost about £40. The Whale ones (which are very tough) are around £100.

All the best

Keith
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priller · Brolly Dolly Joined: 26 Jan 2004 Karma :

Whats the difference between a o-ring and x-ring chain? I've got an o-ring chain on my rs with a split link and haven't had a problem.

EuropeanNC30R... · Gay Hairdresser Joined: 20 Jun 2002 Karma :

From experience I'd always go for a rivet link, irrelevant of engine size.

Kickstart · The Oracle Joined: 04 Feb 2002 Karma :

Hi

Never had a problem with a split link, and I get far more paranoid about whether the rivit link is sufficiently peened over.

The difference between an O ring and an X ring chain is the cross section of the rubber seals. One is O shaped and the other X shaped.

All the best

Keith
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Demonic69 · The Pink Rhino Joined: 31 May 2002 Karma :

I used a brick and centre-punch to do my Gixxer chain Very Happy

You can pick the tools up pretty cheap at busters or M&P though.
And you don't need a rivet link under about 40bhp apparently, but most of the better chains are coming with the rivet link anyways.
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chunkielad · Nearly there... Joined: 30 Jul 2002 Karma :

I just got an IRIS chain and bought a cheap riveter - then they supplied a standard link AND a split link!! I put the standard one on but wouldn't have an issue with using the split link one.
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