Ducati Sporting Club UK > Model Specific - Discussion, Technical Problems and Help > 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 > Chain split links

[flanagaj]

I need to replace my chain and I was wondering what people think about split links. Do any of you guys use them ?

[Dave G]

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

[Totto]

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

[Edited on 19-3-2006 by Totto]

[flanagaj]

That's very interesting. Someone I know recommended replacing the chain and using a split link to enable it to be easily taken on / off.

Thanks for the offer of the chain tool, but I live down south so would be a bit of a treck.

[rockhopper]

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.

[Totto]

I use C type links in work all the time , but i would not use em on my 998 , maybe thats just me

Each to their own i guess

[yeti]

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.

[Rob B]

I have a pair of link tools here near Wimbourne. I'll give you a quick lesson if you drop around.

Rgds, Rob

[flanagaj]

Originally posted by Rob B
I have a pair of link tools here near Wimbourne. I'll give you a quick lesson if you drop around.

Rgds, Rob

Thanks, I appreciate that. I will order the kit this week.

Does anyone know a good place for chains and sprockets ?

[KeefyB]

Originally posted by flanagaj
Does anyone know a good place for chains and sprockets ?

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