Do cam/timing chains even have a master link?

[mattb348]

I have a YTM200 with a pretty worn out cam/timing chain. It is tiny so I am wondering if it even HAS a master link or not. And if not, how much do I have to rip the motor apart to change it out? :(

[fabiodriven]

No, they do not.

[4cylinders]

hey, yes they do, kinda. it's like bicycle chain. use a chain tool to press the pins out, and back in. wire the new chain to the old and snake it through. just don't drop it!!

[mattb348]

Awesome! I was hoping this would be the case.

[PAPA250r]

its much easyer just to pull the stator cover off to replace the chain trust me i have tryed it trying to lace the chain around the crank form up above is next to impossible on some engines. . when you order a new chain just order a the gaskets too. its not that big of a job it will save you time and aggravation

[mattb348]

its much easyer just to pull the stator cover off to replace the chain trust me i have tryed it trying to lace the chain around the crank form up above is next to impossible on some engines. . when you order a new chain just order a the gaskets too. its not that big of a job it will save you time and aggravation

I think I can attach the new chain to the old one and pull it around. I have messed around with the chain a lot (without taking anything apart, not even the head) and have gotten pretty good at doing funky things with it.

However, if I do end up having to take the flywheel off, will I need a special puller tool or something to get it off?