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Removing a chain link?
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05 Dec 2009 18:16 #337656
by polkat
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I want to shorten my drive chain (630 type) by one link (I already have a new master link), but the old rivet is rolled over on the end and my chain breaker won't push it through. Should I try grinding away the rivet head?
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05 Dec 2009 18:23 #337657
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Replied by kano on topic Removing a chain link?
that's what id do!
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05 Dec 2009 18:35 #337659
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Replied by Locozuna on topic Removing a chain link?
I didn't think you could shorten a chain by one link. I thought it had to be by 2's. Or does an inside/outside combo count as one? :huh:
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05 Dec 2009 18:38 #337661
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Own: 1980 Kaw KZ1300,Stage 1 kit,K&N pods
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Replied by unomike on topic Removing a chain link?
Grinding the rolled edge is the best way providing you don't gouge a cut into the adjacent link that stays on the chain. Just take your time.
Own: 1980 Kaw KZ1300,Stage 1 kit,K&N pods
1972 Harley Davidson XHL Sportster, 1972 Suzuki T500, 1974 Hodaka 125 Dirt Squirt, 1980 Honda 250 VTR, 1983 Yamaha 750 seca and a 1974 yamaha GT80 for my son.
Bristol, Tennessee. USA
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05 Dec 2009 19:01 #337663
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Yea, my mistake. I has to be two links. Okay, thanks guys!
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05 Dec 2009 19:08 - 05 Dec 2009 19:09 #337665
by KZQ
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Replied by KZQ on topic Removing a chain link?
Hi Polkat,
Removing a link is a decent short term fix. However you will likely find that you'll soon have to remove another as you've worn through the hardened surfaces of your chain.
Really, the only real solution is to replace the chain and both sprockets at the same time.
Course, I'm thinking you're doing maintenance. If you're doing custom work, grind away.
Don't mind me.
Bill
Removing a link is a decent short term fix. However you will likely find that you'll soon have to remove another as you've worn through the hardened surfaces of your chain.
Really, the only real solution is to replace the chain and both sprockets at the same time.
Course, I'm thinking you're doing maintenance. If you're doing custom work, grind away.
Don't mind me.
Bill
www.KZ1300.com
Riders:
1968 BSA 441 Shooting Star, 1970 BSA 650 Lightning, 1974 W3, 1976 KZ900, 1979 KZ750 Twin, 1979 KZ750 Twin Trike, 1981 KZ1300, 1982 KZ1100 Spectre, 2000 Valkyrie, 2009 Yamaha Roadliner S. 1983 GL 1100
Projects:
1985 ZN1300
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05 Dec 2009 19:20 #337668
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Ride, boldly ride,"
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Replied by Locozuna on topic Removing a chain link?
I only say that because I seem to remember someone figuring one link would be perfect but when they had to cut two it was too short. Ruined their day.
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05 Dec 2009 19:43 #337673
by ready2ryde1985
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Replied by ready2ryde1985 on topic Removing a chain link?
I threw mine in the trash and bough a 530 xring o ring wise man said to change sprockets and chain i agree. but if your just tryin to ride till pay day chop away!
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