This was the only video out of many that helped me out. Those new Shimano master links are crazy tight. Positioning the master link and holding the back wheel was magic!
This was so helpful! I was getting infuriated trying to get it to click into place... I have a chain tool but no clamping tools and the hold wheel and pedal method worked like a charm, thank you
You're so right about the Shimano Quick link being a tight link to close, it was struggle and a half to get it to lockin... should be renamed Shimano Gorilla links.
I was sweating trying to close one of the new shimano links for an hour, then checked your suggestion with a pedal and it worked like a charm! Thank you
I switched to the Wipperman links (for 11 speed - 12 speed isn't available yet) when i switched to wax lubes. Huge money saver as the links are reusable.
Thanks you so much for your video! I was out of bike because my old chain broke and I didn’t have any pliers to put my new chain and your video was so helpful! The rear brake option was the best for me :)
Pro tip for the frustrated. If you're using a cheap link, like one that came with a cheap chain tool, you may be struggling against poor tolerance/finish. I took several hours fiddling around with mine. Then I went over the flat surfaces with a small piece of 600 grit sandpaper. After that I was able to mate the link and snap it into place witho
Thanks mate. I'll go for the tool option to close the link because I couldn't do it at all. Had to push a pin link of part of another chain and piece it on the new one. Would rather have the old 'cut to fit' chains where you just pushed the pin out of your new chain. Measured it to the old chain, made the new chain the same size then simply pushed the pin back in. Those quick links are a bloody curse.
He is was pedalling, using his hand, backwards, so it made it unnecessarily misleading. The direction the chain travels going forward should match the arrow.
1:07 this is slightly confusing - you say the missing link should point in the direction of travel, but the video shows the chain being pedalled backwards! Could easily be misinterpreted.
The Connex tool free ones are brilliant. Used them for years and never had a problem. I don’t know why people use the ones that need tools to install or remove.
Exactly man. The old 'push links out' chains were far better. These quick links are an F'ing disaster. Admittedly I didn't have the connecting tool so after ten minutes of sounding like Gordon Ramsay with tourettes. I threw the quick link to fuck. Pushed a pin link off another chain and joined it that way
Used sram links, Kmc links and a connex link. All work relatively easy after opening and closing a few times. Tried some no name cheap 11spd links. Like 70cents/piece cheap. They open and lock way easier, but also get bent easier and don't last as long IME. Connex ones last...well pretty much forever and are easy AF to use.
Should also highlight that the width of the link should match manufacturer specifications. Connex 11 links are 0.1mm wider than Campagnolo 11 speed chains causing all sorts of shifting problems. You'll save yourself a lot of headache if you make sure the links are the right size.
There are diffrences in 8 x 9 sp chains ( 8 sp are 7.1 or 7.3 mm pin - they need diffrent links, simmilar situation in 9 sp chains. Shimano and kmc are 6,6 mm but sram has 6,8 mm pin. So, this video ( and knowledge ) is very poor.
The "uncomfortable" methods and tools are easily useable after wrapping fabric around them or putting fabric between your hands and whatever digs into your hands. A hand towel works the best for me for it's bulky thickness.
The SRAM links are supposed to be directional, but on both sides of the link the arrow points toward the pin, so when installed the arrow is pointing one direction on the right side of the chain, the other way on the left side. So does it really matter? I carry KMC link on rides just in case and those things are not directional and slide into place by hand. Seems too easy but they get you home in a pinch.
Is it necessary to fit rollers to the quick link? the one I bought does not include the chain rollers. Every link in the chain has a roller on the pins so it would seem to make sense for the quick link to have them. Any advice? thanks.
Incredibly helpful. tried everything to get the quick link to come together after fitting a new chain. Nothing! couple minutes on your video and standing on the pedal and POP.
My pin went in great but now the little nub hanging out of link. Its small enough that its hard to grip with needle nose pliers to snap it off. Any suggestions? Thanks
Respect. However on several link you only need to position the link on the crank so that it's lifted (like a wave) and then tap it with whatever is at end. Voilà, it's open.
Have you tried the technique shown in the video of putting the new quick link at the top, putting the breaks on and standing on the pedal to use the force of that to pull the link closed?
Wow that’s such a good idea, I don’t have the tools but you can for sure force them to snap in place with the pedals. I spent an hour trying to get them links in place and I gave up, but I’ll used your method if not fuck it, I’m getting the pliers lol
You made it look so simple. Don't think it shows in the video. But you need to bend the link with the pins inwards. Doesn't need too much force for the pin head to to slide into the hole.
the new quck UG50 is incredibly dificult to use on a new chain. I have bought spare quick links which havetwo identical halves. Dont use the new design.
I just realized that he was pedaling backwards. That's why the arrow was going backwards. When you're riding, though, the bottom of the chain will be going the other way and so will the arrow.
Thanks for info. btw: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
I really appreciate this. The reason I looked for this video was because,, whilst stripping down a very old Raleigh 531, I couldn’t find the standard split link until I noticed an odd looking link which was clearly some new-fangled way of doing things. Can someone out there please tell me why this Shimano link is necessary. I’m 60 and have been stripping bikes for 52 of them. I never had a “U”- type spring clip split link fail on me, and it was dead easy to remove and replace. Now you need a special tool. What gives? I think I already know.....
This was the only video out of many that helped me out. Those new Shimano master links are crazy tight. Positioning the master link and holding the back wheel was magic!
This was so helpful! I was getting infuriated trying to get it to click into place... I have a chain tool but no clamping tools and the hold wheel and pedal method worked like a charm, thank you
You're so right about the Shimano Quick link being a tight link to close, it was struggle and a half to get it to lockin... should be renamed Shimano Gorilla links.
I was sweating trying to close one of the new shimano links for an hour, then checked your suggestion with a pedal and it worked like a charm! Thank you
Should i get shimano or kmc better?
Thank you for the tip to close it with a pedal stroke. You saved my day!
Same here
I switched to the Wipperman links (for 11 speed - 12 speed isn't available yet) when i switched to wax lubes. Huge money saver as the links are reusable.
First video to answer and fully explain all my chain questions! Great video!
Thanks you so much for your video! I was out of bike because my old chain broke and I didn’t have any pliers to put my new chain and your video was so helpful! The rear brake option was the best for me :)
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Ran quick links forever, wouldn’t have a chain without em. Lovely video by the way! ✌️❤️
Huge thanks to you, I was having real hard time closing my quicklink but your technik did the magic.
Thanks for this excellent video. To-the-point and perfectly presented.
Pro tip for the frustrated. If you're using a cheap link, like one that came with a cheap chain tool, you may be struggling against poor tolerance/finish.
I took several hours fiddling around with mine.
Then I went over the flat surfaces with a small piece of 600 grit sandpaper.
After that I was able to mate the link and snap it into place witho
Thanks mate. I'll go for the tool option to close the link because I couldn't do it at all. Had to push a pin link of part of another chain and piece it on the new one. Would rather have the old 'cut to fit' chains where you just pushed the pin out of your new chain. Measured it to the old chain, made the new chain the same size then simply pushed the pin back in. Those quick links are a bloody curse.
The arrow should point in the direction of the chain's travel ... but the video shows the chain traveling in the opposite direction, which is correct?
He is was pedalling, using his hand, backwards, so it made it unnecessarily misleading. The direction the chain travels going forward should match the arrow.
Thank You so much for tip on the using a foot on the pedal and applying pressure to close the the quick link.
Close ups brilliant! So much better than some other youtube guides on this.
For a full description of the best links we should click on the links?
Thank you so much for the explanation! Shimano's quick link XT 11s is hard as hell!
Connex are a life saver. I wax my chain every couple of weeks, I can take the chain off in seconds without a tool.
Just came from that video, Re:Oz Cycle Chain Care!
All quick links are multiple time usable? I just ordered a golden KMC and a Force pliers for quick links.
1:07 this is slightly confusing - you say the missing link should point in the direction of travel, but the video shows the chain being pedalled backwards! Could easily be misinterpreted.
Cheers. Si what's the correct way? I'm confused now 😅
I'm getting started with a build using Campy Veloce 10-speed. This was exactly what I needed to know. Thank you! Very clear presentation.
Dang, I didnt know that the links are different for 11s. Appreciate the video, thanks!
I’ve just replaced my chain and I damaged the Shimano link , I went to Halfords and got a clarkes link , it went on so easy
The Connex tool free ones are brilliant. Used them for years and never had a problem. I don’t know why people use the ones that need tools to install or remove.
Couldn't agree more. Wippermann Connex all the time for me too.
SRAM quick link tip on using the bike's crank to set it, worked perfectly. Left to me, I'd have never figured out that technique.
So, we now have a new type of master link, that takes a special pair of plyers to install or remove. Are we really making things better?
Exactly man. The old 'push links out' chains were far better. These quick links are an F'ing disaster. Admittedly I didn't have the connecting tool so after ten minutes of sounding like Gordon Ramsay with tourettes. I threw the quick link to fuck. Pushed a pin link off another chain and joined it that way
Used sram links, Kmc links and a connex link. All work relatively easy after opening and closing a few times. Tried some no name cheap 11spd links. Like 70cents/piece cheap. They open and lock way easier, but also get bent easier and don't last as long IME. Connex ones last...well pretty much forever and are easy AF to use.
AF what's dat for an old timer?
@@blueplasma5589 as fuck. in this context meaning that they are very, very easy to use
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Stands for "as fudge," old timer 😎
For the cord method, just use a marlinespike hitch, pile hitch, or clove hitch on your tire levers to provide handles!
Should also highlight that the width of the link should match manufacturer specifications. Connex 11 links are 0.1mm wider than Campagnolo 11 speed chains causing all sorts of shifting problems. You'll save yourself a lot of headache if you make sure the links are the right size.
There are diffrences in 8 x 9 sp chains ( 8 sp are 7.1 or 7.3 mm pin - they need diffrent links, simmilar situation in 9 sp chains. Shimano and kmc are 6,6 mm but sram has 6,8 mm pin. So, this video ( and knowledge ) is very poor.
Thank for this video. I can go out and finish my bike now LOL.
The "uncomfortable" methods and tools are easily useable after wrapping fabric around them or putting fabric between your hands and whatever digs into your hands. A hand towel works the best for me for it's bulky thickness.
what if you put the quick link upside down? I mean, the arrow should pointed up, but i accidentally put it with arrow pointed down
Connex links all the way
*Connex by Wipperman
Great vid. I appreciate the brevity.
What do you do if the arrow is facing the wrong direction? Just keep writing it or replace it?
If I have a shimano chain can I use an Ali express link?
Mi chain is 12 speed and the chain it also 12 speed
Can I use 10 missing link to a 9speed chain?
how many times can you use these? What happens if you use them longer than that?
The SRAM links are supposed to be directional, but on both sides of the link the arrow points toward the pin, so when installed the arrow is pointing one direction on the right side of the chain, the other way on the left side. So does it really matter? I carry KMC link on rides just in case and those things are not directional and slide into place by hand. Seems too easy but they get you home in a pinch.
Is it necessary to fit rollers to the quick link? the one I bought does not include the chain rollers. Every link in the chain has a roller on the pins so it would seem to make sense for the quick link to have them. Any advice? thanks.
Incredibly helpful. tried everything to get the quick link to come together after fitting a new chain. Nothing! couple minutes on your video and standing on the pedal and POP.
Are quick links interchangeable between chain brands? Can they be reused even if the chain stretches and needs to be replaced?
Thank You , I was able to fix my chain .
is Shimano Quick Link compatible with KMC X11 Extra Lightweight, 11-speed?
My pin went in great but now the little nub hanging out of link. Its small enough that its hard to grip with needle nose pliers to snap it off.
Any suggestions?
Thanks
I’ve found that you can use the handle from a large bulldog clip as master link pliers.
Can I use KMC e10 quick link on Shimano HG95 on my ebike with 150N.m torque?
Thank you worked awesomely with the first method
You forgot the link in the description below.
Good point well spotted! Fixed now
so why is everyone not using the last kind?
I sometimes wonder that myself. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Where can we buy that sir?
Great video. I have a Sunrace 12 speed chain and having a hard time finding quick links for it. Thoughts on which other bands might be usable? Thanks!
My mountain bike I don't think it I don't think it I don't think it has a quick link how do I take the chain off
Thanks for helping me out, I would never fixate quick link on my own
Respect. However on several link you only need to position the link on the crank so that it's lifted (like a wave) and then tap it with whatever is at end. Voilà, it's open.
Good video , thanks . could you please tell me , can I use a Wipperman Connex 10 speed link on an 11 speed chain ?
peter davis: No, do not use the Connex 10 speed link on an 11 speed chain because the size specs are different enough to result in large problems.
i dont own a special tool to connect the links...any suggestions out there what to use?
Have you tried the technique shown in the video of putting the new quick link at the top, putting the breaks on and standing on the pedal to use the force of that to pull the link closed?
do links come in different sizes? My quick link is nearly twice as wide as the 7 ring chain. The links had a #35 on the package. What does that mean
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Brilliant explainer. I wish I had seen this before trying to open a Shimano quick link with the various bodge methods. Just buy the tool folks! ⛓🔧
Name of the background music
I added a bit of lube to both halves of my Shimano master link and then it finally snapped into place rather easily.
Thank you for the video...very excellent tips on power chain links...
You can always use a Dremel w/a cutoff wheel on the crazy tight links. No grief
Great video! Helped me out a lot!
How many times would you recommend re-using the quick link before binning it?
Use the connex links you never have to bin it. Other links, never more than 3
I personally like the Sigma Connectors from the Taya chains
I can open mine just with hands, that means they are shitty?
Wow that’s such a good idea, I don’t have the tools but you can for sure force them to snap in place with the pedals. I spent an hour trying to get them links in place and I gave up, but I’ll used your method if not fuck it, I’m getting the pliers lol
Thanks for your solution
I used a small tack hammer 🔨 worked great 👍
Awesome breakdown!
I got a 6 of these from Amazon and not one of them will work.
FYI, the link at the top is absolutely key.
Thank you very much!
You made it look so simple. Don't think it shows in the video. But you need to bend the link with the pins inwards. Doesn't need too much force for the pin head to to slide into the hole.
i can do mine without a tool at all
They are going to be hard if you have to pull against a tight chain . take the slack out first.
So good. Cheers!
When I installed that shimano one for first time. I was wtf, something is wrong it is too tight, but it's just the way it is hard and stubborn :)
No wonder I couldn't get my 11 speed chain link by hand!
the new quck UG50 is incredibly dificult to use on a new chain.
I have bought spare quick links which havetwo identical halves.
Dont use the new design.
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Great sir
I buy cheap Chinese chain very hard to connect fuck for how many hour didn’t connected.
Why it is called quick link, of you need 2 different tools to add them and to remove them, I prefer the " slow link"
Brilliant thanks! I was about to go nuclear until I saw 1:48 - pop! In it went :o)
very helpful thanks!
...it doesnt matter...i managed to do it with my own human strength.
I prefer to ribbit it for maximum strength but damit it's frustrating.
Call me crazy and blind but it looks like you had your arrow pointing the wrong way.....
I just realized that he was pedaling backwards. That's why the arrow was going backwards. When you're riding, though, the bottom of the chain will be going the other way and so will the arrow.
Thanks for info.
btw: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
the focusing was bad
you need to clarify the content
Why the annoying background music?
You look like a thief with those gloves on. Great video as always though!!
pin is the master
XDDD
rivot isn't a pin?
@@blueplasma5589 to me? they are different~
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VG sports are the worst
Nothing personal, I'm sure he is a great guy but I find Dave to be terrible to watch/listen to as a host
I really appreciate this. The reason I looked for this video was because,, whilst stripping down a very old Raleigh 531, I couldn’t find the standard split link until I noticed an odd looking link which was clearly some new-fangled way of doing things. Can someone out there please tell me why this Shimano link is necessary. I’m 60 and have been stripping bikes for 52 of them. I never had a “U”- type spring clip split link fail on me, and it was dead easy to remove and replace. Now you need a special tool. What gives? I think I already know.....
Don't buy anything but Connex by Wipperman. Their the easiest to use, most durable, most reusable and cheapest - hands down!