Bike drive chain jointing methods
Bike drive chain jointing methods
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When should a chain be joined using a splint-link and when should it be joined using a riveted plate? What are the differences and advantages/disadvantages?
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RE: Bike drive chain jointing methods
To me it is easier for a home mechanic to properly install the clip than to properly mushroom the rivet. If a professional is installing the chain, there may be some truth to the rivet being stronger.
Also, if the chain passes through the swingarm, removal of the split chain is much easier.
RE: Bike drive chain jointing methods
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MB
RE: Bike drive chain jointing methods
I guess you will have to ask what type of ridding will I do and will I do my own maintenance
Cheers
RE: Bike drive chain jointing methods
Most often the clip does not break, it is flicked off by catching something as chain travels around.
For the Observed Trials riding we do, big steps logs, rocks, just put the splice link in with the clip on the inside (assuming there is clearance to cases etc).
However you do it, the closed end must face the front, direction of travel so it doesn't get picked open and off if it touches a log/rock. stone, piece of ice or mud, etc.
kcj
RE: Bike drive chain jointing methods
Above 60BHP, I'd always rivit
Arron