Thats a definite NO! You'll break it!, superbikes make too much power for a split link, use one in an emergency only and then take it easy. More appropriate for low power bikes
What you mean by split link , C type or SOFT link , most peeps use a SOFT link that needs a chain rivet tool , where are you there are plenty of tools about if you need a lend of one
I would not use a C type link only a Soft link , i have a chain tool if you are near Northern Ireland and want to borrow it
I know someone who uses a split link on his 350hp drag bike without any problems.
When you think about it there is no reason why it should be weaker than a riveted link, there are no sideways loads on the chain and the pins going through the links are the same material as the rest of the chain.
I guess bikes are manufactured with endless chains becasue its one less job for them to do on the production line.
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Originally posted by rockhopper When you think about it there is no reason why it should be weaker than a riveted link, there are no sideways loads on the chain and the pins going through the links are the same material as the rest of the chain.
RH is right, there IS NO reason why these should be any weaker. That said, I'm not sure I would ever want to trust one because I have seen them fail in the past.