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Split Link?

  • 02-10-2007 5:45pm
    #1
    extra-ordinary_
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,990 ✭✭✭


    I'm sticking new chain and sprockets on my fazer and don't like the idea of messing around tryng to clamp up a softlink - I never feel fully confident doing this. What do people think about putting a split link in a new chain on a 600cc bike? (it came in the kit)


Comments

  • #2
    Shane_C
    Closed Accounts Posts: 305 ✭✭Shane_C


    I read somewhere it is quite dangerous to put one on a bike that is too big for it but I can't imagine they would put the wrong chain in a kit. Maybe give the dealer a shout.


  • #3
    Pigeon Reaper
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,294 ✭✭✭Pigeon Reaper


    Don't do it! The bike needs a riveted link due to the power. The split link is fine for smaller bikes but could come off on a fazer. It's just not worth it.


  • #4
    extra-ordinary_
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,990 ✭✭✭extra-ordinary_


    Yeh I'd always heard the same myself but as already said...if the manufacturers provide the split link in the kit...

    Alwys a fiddly job but I'll probably just do the usual and use the soft link.


  • #5
    Pigeon Reaper
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,294 ✭✭✭Pigeon Reaper


    The chain maker doesn't know what machine the chain is being used on. It could be a motocross, 125 etc. If the bike came with a riveted chain keep it that way and yes I know it's a pain in the arse.


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