Chain link

Discussion in 'TR650' started by dmw_az, Aug 12, 2016.

  1. dmw_az Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    Phoenix, AZ
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    TR650 Terra
    Other Motorcycles:
    500hp Dodge SRT4
    I just bought a new chain and it came with the basic clip type chain link. Is that suitable for our bike? Or should I invest in the rivet style? I've never replaced a chain before, so I'm looking for some advice from those of you have replaced your chain before.
  2. isldtime Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    Symsonia, Ky.
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    2013 TR650 STRADA
    Other Motorcycles:
    2002 Ural Tourist
    I have used master links in many chains over the years on dirt and much more powerful street bikes and never had a problem as long as you put the open end of the clip facing the rear wheel on the upper run of the chain.
    YMMV:oldman:
  3. Chuffa Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Perth, West Australia
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    TR650
    Other Motorcycles:
    XT250
    60k km on my Terra using clip link chains. No problem.
  4. PaulC F class

    Location:
    Bayside Brisbane, Australia
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    TR Terra
    Other Motorcycles:
    2 2018 YZ 450F, 2019 CRF1000AT
    master.JPG
    Direction
    Front------------------------------------------------------------------------------Rear
    You wont have a problem, the clip doesn't touch the slipper and there is no chain guide to wear the clip out.
    The Master link is the weak link, give it attention when oiling.
  5. dmw_az Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    Phoenix, AZ
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    TR650 Terra
    Other Motorcycles:
    500hp Dodge SRT4
    Thanks guys. I installed it this morning and it took me about an hour.