VFR400 chain fitting?

[grotto]

Do I need any special tools to fit a new chain & sprockets to my NC30?

cheers

[xxcbr69xx]

you should need a chain tool to break the old chain apart, and then to fit the rivet link on the new chain.
Like this : http://www.drcproducts.com/tool/d59-16-110/index.html

Other than that nothing special for the sprockets. Single sided swing arm makes the job a bit easier as you won't have to remove the wheel to do the job.

[Henk]

I've had one of those DRC chain tools for a couple of years, bloody magic, should have bought one long before. Used to break chains with a grinder and rivet the links with a couple hammers, although I never had a link fail I was never as sure of the job and it was a time consuming and frustrating exercise. Just don't lend it to someone at work who decides to use the 420 pin to break a 520 chain, it will come back shagged, on the bright side you can get replacement pins.

[grotto]

I think I'll just use a joining link rather than fork out for the tool (although they look great).

Any reason why I shouldn't use a joinng link (I've nevr had one fail on any of my bikes in last 30 years.

[xxcbr69xx]

I lost the clip once, from then on I have used rivet links for the added security and peace of mind. The tools isn't that expensive and will last you a lifetime!

When I got mine I realised I should bought one years ago.

You could see if you can borrow one from a friendly Kiwibiker.

[HenryDorsetCase]

I've had one of those DRC chain tools for a couple of years, bloody magic, should have bought one long before. Used to break chains with a grinder and rivet the links with a couple hammers, although I never had a link fail I was never as sure of the job and it was a time consuming and frustrating exercise. Just don't lend it to someone at work who decides to use the 420 pin to break a 520 chain, it will come back shagged, on the bright side you can get replacement pins.

where might one source such a piece of kit?

[xxcbr69xx]

Any decent bike shop, if they don't stock it they should be able to get one on request.

[Luckylegs]

I've had one of those DRC chain tools for a couple of years, bloody magic, should have bought one long before. Used to break chains with a grinder and rivet the links with a couple hammers, although I never had a link fail I was never as sure of the job and it was a time consuming and frustrating exercise. Just don't lend it to someone at work who decides to use the 420 pin to break a 520 chain, it will come back shagged, on the bright side you can get replacement pins.

Do you know if it riveted the solid type of rivet that required quad staking, or did it only do the hollow type that you 'flare'?

[Conquiztador]

I think I'll just use a joining link rather than fork out for the tool (although they look great).

Any reason why I shouldn't use a joinng link (I've nevr had one fail on any of my bikes in last 30 years.

Use new link and clip, make sure it is right size!!! Install clip right way around (closed end towards travel of chain) and it will stay there.

[Mishy]

I think I'll just use a joining link rather than fork out for the tool (although they look great).

Any reason why I shouldn't use a joinng link (I've nevr had one fail on any of my bikes in last 30 years.

Yep. joining liks are only 80% as strong as a rivet link, and clip joiners can spit the clip off when they are worn.

Other than that, lots of people use clip type joiners with no problem.

Use a rivet if you want the BEST result, but clip can will work fine mostly.