Hi just wondered if you guys use the chain split pin instead of burring over the chain link that joins the chain. Is there a tool for helping getting the split pin on, and a tool to press the links together so you can slide it on. I have a tool for splitting a chin link How do you guys deal with joining your chain?
If I'm reading what you're asking right, then I have a knock off brand tool (It was something like $20 USD on sale) like this I use. I've got through a few tips though, it also works for timing chains on 4 strokes if you get the right one. http://www.motionpro.com/motorcycle/partno/08-0467/ Use it one way to break the chain, another to rivet the chain (if it's a rivet type link), and then it also has a press piece, which I find very useful in pressing the masterlink plate in evenly and squishing the o-rings to get the clip to go right in.
I think you are asking about master link chains vs. riveted chains. I use master link chains on all my dirt bikes. For all-purpose chain work, I use the Motion Pro shop tool: http://www.motionpro.com/motorcycle/partno/08-0058/ This works on master link and riveted chains, and breaks as well as assembles. You still need to grind the heads of a riveted chain before pressing the pin(s) out.
++ for motion pro. Easy to use and you can purchase parts separately if you happen to lose or break anything.
