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    Quote Originally Posted by Red Rider View Post
    As El said, RK is a quality brand, but personally, I wouldn't use a non o-ring, as they're too noisy for my liking. Supposedly, the extra drag of a traditional o-ring chain robs hp, as they are fairly stiff, but much of that is negated by the newer x-ring chains, which move much more freely.

    That is a recipe for fun!
    Chain noise/ with the supertrapp exhaust on this bike I don’t hear too much else, not too overly loud but still. The SuperWalmart here I get so pissed off when going there it’s “full” of Indians (dot not feather) there kids run amuck, take up the whole isle, they think they own the place. I could go on and on.... but u get the idea

    Shep
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    Yeah I've had a couple oring RK chains with good longevity

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    Ok- just keep in mind that I stole a link from a yr old chain probably less than 50miles on it. I added it to my new RK chain, both non-oring, the rollers/ everything is the same. This is so i don’t need to run a half link/ “but” as soon as I get a very little chain stretch/wear I can remove the link and one master to be “normal” again.

    I’ve read into having two masters and had found only a couple people said “not” to do it.
    So I guess my question is “would you run it this way”???
    I am replacing the old clip with a new one, its here somewhere.
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    The used link is like new, its mostly Indiana mud/clay residue from last yr.

    Thanks,
    Shep

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    Quote Originally Posted by Shep1970 View Post
    Ok- just keep in mind that I stole a link from a yr old chain probably less than 50miles on it. I added it to my new RK chain, both non-oring, the rollers/ everything is the same. This is so i don’t need to run a half link/ “but” as soon as I get a very little chain stretch/wear I can remove the link and one master to be “normal” again.

    I’ve read into having two masters and had found only a couple people said “not” to do it.
    So I guess my question is “would you run it this way”???
    I am replacing the old clip with a new one, its here somewhere.
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    The used link is like new, its mostly Indiana mud/clay residue from last yr.

    Thanks,
    Shep
    You should be good.I have ran 3 master links before even racing held up fine.I run non-oring chains.
    250r rules

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    I've run multiple master links. I've never seen a master link fail.
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    I'm in the same boat with the 480R right now, what a pain. I'm just going to have to change sprocket sizes I guess, I don't know what else to do.
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    Yup if I just ordered the 37t for the rear instead of the 36t I wouldn’t have had any problems. Wife got me a dirtwheels subscription- came with a Rocky Mountain atv gift card for $25 dollars so a new chain breaker and link pliers are in my toolbox just wish I had the chain breaker last wk when I needed it....Click image for larger version. 

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    Still need to go through two more bikes- “hopefully” just oil and brake pads though

    Shep

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    I ordered a chain breaker when you started this thread so I'll get to try that out. My problem is changing sprocket sizes is going to put my chain closer to the frame where it's already too close. Hmm...
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    Well here we go onto #2 I started inspecting my son’s bike the first thing I notice is “fork oil” where it shouldn’t be...crap I really did not want to get into this especially before t-fest (This is the only pair that hasn’t been overhauled) crap— there goes my Saturday morning!! Maybe pretend I didn’t see it..hmmm. I’m sure there full of 30yr old sludge too
    No pics I’m sure you’ve all seen the mess before-

    I know not chain related but this isn’t fun either...

    Shep

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    Quote Originally Posted by Shep1970 View Post
    Well here we go onto #2 I started inspecting my son’s bike the first thing I notice is “fork oil” where it shouldn’t be...crap I really did not want to get into this especially before t-fest
    Just did the set on the 480R myself. Do yourself a favor Shep; rebuild a shock, then fork seals seem like chicken, lol! Seriously though, the Trikefest crunch is getting to me. I have a lot to do before I leave here and honestly I'm not even 100% certain it's all feasible. Honestly if I didn't make it, frig it.

    Quote Originally Posted by fabiodriven View Post
    I've used half links in certain situations but I didn't even bring them up here because they can be somewhat unreliable.
    And to completely go against what I posted here, I must now use a half link on the 480. I have no choice!
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    Rear chain help? Maybe

    I bought this a couple weeks ago and was looking forward to using it today. I've always broken chains with a grinder, a punch, a , and a lot of swears. I open this kit up today and there are no instructions and I have no idea how it's supposed to work. Very frustrating.

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    I have the same tool. I still grind the rivets but not sure it's necessary. Makes me feel good.

    This should help:
    https://www.motionpro.com/a/chain-br...-tool-08-0058/

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    I figured it out. Extended swing arm is off and might be for sale. Next obstacle, my farking half link doesn't fit. I'm about to throw up my middle finger to Trikefest, not a good day over here.
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    Breaking shite.

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    Where did you find a half link? I can’t even find link clips for individual sale.
    It sucks to get old

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