Hi all,

I'm looking into getting a new chain and sprockets.
the chain I'm thinking of getting is the Iris X-Ring (Gold).

Anyone got any idea what sort of tools I'll need for closing this chain are?
Does it come with a master link that I can snap on with pliers or will I need some sort of rivetting tool?

Never heard of "Iris" before....

Rivit style WILL need chain tools. Master link types just require alot of faith.
:mrgreen:

Get a cheaper chain.
The GS isn't some crazy supersport pushing 165 hp.
You'll be lucky to push 50.
Spend less on the chain and more time keeping it oiled.
O and X ring chains also cause more drag than a simple roller chain.

Uh, no...

Chain wear isn't a function of HP, its mileage/rotations and the amount of abrasives allowed on the meshing surfaces.

Cheap chains wear out much faster and are more likely to take otherwise serviceable sprockets with them.

Buy good quality chains unless you like replacing them on a regular basis.

the stock chain is an O-ring, isnt it. I'd replace with same type.

I'm not suggesting buying som $10 chain.
Unless you are a serious racer or seriously lazy, a decent $45 tsubaki roller chain will work just fine(if you take the time to keep it clean and oiled. The alternative is to blow $120 on some trumped up multi-color job. It may look neat-o, but I just don't see the need.

Quote from: red_philAnyone got any idea what sort of tools I'll need for closing this chain are?

See my 2nd post in the Cant figure out how to remove old chain. HElP? thread.

Quote from: red_philDoes it come with a master link that I can snap on with pliers or will I need some sort of rivetting tool?

An IRIS chain?  Hmmm ... no idea whether it comes with a clip-style master link.  But I would think so.

I've got an Iris chain. It's a Spanish brand and really cheap. My chain has survived 10000 km's now and it's still in good shape.  A clip-type link is delivered together with the chain. But it is even lower quality than the Regina link (which snapped on my bike) so I wouldn't use it. I used the rivet style link and closed it with a hammer. You have to deform the pins so the plate can't slide off the plates anymore. I'm sure it's not recommended to do it with a hammer, but it's a technique that's commonly used by backyard mechanics.

You can also fit the clip-type link, drive to the dealer and let him install the rivet-link for a small fee. That's the safest way.

Thanks for the advice.

I'll see what the clip link looks like when it arrives.
If I don;t like the look of it , I know a mate who I found out thisafternoon has the tool required.

Quote from: red_philHi all,

I'm looking into getting a new chain and sprockets.
the chain I'm thinking of getting is the Iris X-Ring (Gold).

Anyone got any idea what sort of tools I'll need for closing this chain are?
Does it come with a master link that I can snap on with pliers or will I need some sort of rivetting tool?

If you have the proper tool and you install the chain correctly with such tool the rivet is the best choice since with a o-ring or x-ring type chain there is no reason to remove it from the bike unless it is being replaced.  The Master link type is easy to use and works fine if you install it the corect way.  yes, there is a wrong way and a right way to install a master link.  With the master link route you will not have to buy any special tools to do the job the right.

I agree with Spark. Unless something has changed in the past 10 years or so, a master link chain is going to be fine. Never had one fail and never personally new anyone who had one fail...had a friend snap one doing a burn-out once...but the chain actually broke. Just make sure it is a quality high tensile chain and it will be ok. Love the White Owl, the forum and the M1911 A-1.

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