Chain connecting link, 1995 Ducati 900 Supersport

[OddDuck]

Back in the day when I ran bikes with chain clips I'd put a nice dob a silicone on it when installing a new chain. Never had one come off but much lower powered rides back then. However shittier chains.


So if a clip is fine on a modern high power ride why are they not installed that way in the factory - be just as easy.

To add to TWR's and George Formby's comments... it's just too easy to install the clip backwards, or bend it while putting it on. Been there, done that, had the chain come off later. Rivets are pretty much bulletproof in terms of not coming off and that counts if litigation is involved.

Your help is appreciated... looks like unless I can get a fancy press-fit clip, it'll be a rivet link.

[Drew]

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Rear wheel ponies.