Chain Tool

[2fs2ns]

Hey guys,
 What tool(s) are needed to install a chain?  I've heard mention of a chain press, rivet tools, breakers, ect...

Are there different tools for different types of chains?  Between my dad/brothers and I, we have 5 bikes.  It'd be handy to have that tool on hand.

Thanks!

[John Luttrell]

Hey guys,
 What tool(s) are needed to install a chain?  I've heard mention of a chain press, rivet tools, breakers, ect...

Are there different tools for different types of chains?  Between my dad/brothers and I, we have 5 bikes.  It'd be handy to have that tool on hand.

Thanks!

Well, it sounds like you need to read this article about chain replacement.......
http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/howto/breaking_motorcycle_chains/

As well as check out this tool.........
http://www.motionpro.com/motorcycle/tools/jumbo_chain_tool

[HardDriveUSA]

Hmm, My dad ended up using a Dremel and a sledge.  I think the chain breaker I got was a cheapie.  I will check out the links and see what they say the "correct" way to do it is...

although 3 of the 4 bikes are shaft, so it doesn't come up too much.

[2fs2ns]

Cool, thanks!

[Greg Cothern]

Dan check with Bob Barram he has the tool and is a pro at using it!

[2fs2ns]

Yeah, I've been talking with him and I think I'm going to take him up on this time around.

[rjb/AKA Bob Barram]

I responded to the personal message as well but thought I would let all in on the news. I have an RK Excel cutter & press fit/rivet tool and am happy with it. The only other thing you need is a good wrench and some strong arms to use when breaking the link rivet. I recommend buying a good quality tool and make sure it has all the pieces needed to do the job.
I shopped around and found different lower prices with less equipment. I bought mine at cycle gear for $129 about a year ago. If you are into doing things yourself and have a chain it is a good investment unless you live within 50 miles of me! It is always available and a chain job can be completed in about and hour, unless Allen is timing it and then it will take about ten minutes!!!
Bob

[roboto65]

I have the ProMotion chain tool and havr it down to five minutes LoL

[Gloveberg]

The only other thing you need is a good wrench and some strong arms to use when breaking the link rivet.

You do grind the heads off before you press the old links out right?  Makes them a lot easier.

I will second something Bob said, do NOT try to skimp and buy a cheap tool.  It is not worth it the aggravation because they might work fine on some smaller chain it will not work worth a crap on a 530 chain.  Ask me how I know  

[rjb/AKA Bob Barram]

What a laugh!!!!
How dya know, Jimmy?
Sorry I underated you Allen!!