Roadside Bicycle Chain Repair - without master link
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 ก.ค. 2024
- We'll show you how to repair a chain on the roadside to allow you to get home. To fix a chain (mend a chain) on a road bike or mountain bike, all you'll need is a chain tool. We'll demonstrate on a bike stand with a standard chain tool, but a good chain tool as part of a multi tool will do the job is you have a broken chain or snapped chain. First you will want to remove the entire chain link where it is broken which includes both the pin of the outer plates (where the break is most frequent). Then push the pin out or the other part of the chain link just part way such that you can snap it back into the other side of the chain. Don't push the pin to far or you will never be able to re-attach the end of the chains.
I do not carry a spare master link for my chain because I have found that for 10 speed and 11 speed chain, using such a link really requires special tool for removal and re-assembly. In addition, your master link may not fit your fellow cyclist broken chain.
With practice, you can fix a chain in minutes and be back cycling. One caution, the chain is now shorter by one link so try not to use the large chain ring with the larger cogs of the cassette of your bicycle. Be sure to replace the chain when you get home because it is shorter and may have other weak or damaged chain links.
The most common causes of chain damage or breakage are poor quality chain, shifting under load (such as trying to shift while applying maximum force on a steep hill), or improper chain replacement during bicycle maintenance or repair. In this later case, the pin of the chain or master link may not have engaged the plate or been push to far through the link.
Indications of a partially broken or bent chain link are chain jumping or clicking about every 3 pedal revolutions while cycling. Stop bicycling and take a close look at the chain as you turn the crank to pedal backwards. The damaged link will be obvious as it passes through the pulley wheels of the rear derailleur. - แนวปฏิบัติและการใช้ชีวิต
Next time you replace your bike chain, save and clean the old chain. Use it to practice with your chain tools. After a while, it becomes fun. Regards, Tony
Plus you can use the old chain to size up the new chain. As long as your sprocket and hub are still the same size.
Thank you, you make learning these things so easy.
Practice makes perfect. Regards, Tony
It seems like Canadians make their bike repair videos very detailed, well thought, and incredibly comprehensive!.. 👍
While Americans (U.S.A.), it seems, try to rush through their videos using a bunch of technical jargon that only complicates things, and make their videos quite obtuse, and frustrating to watch!.. 😠
Thank you, for your well thought out, comprehensive videos,... and keep up the good work!.. 🤗
I try my best. Thanks for the compliment. Also visit our TH-cam home site at:
th-cam.com/users/MrTony10speed
Regards and safe cycling, Tony
@@tony10speed I will!...
I'm always looking for new tips, hints, ideas, and suggestions that'll make my cycling experience more enjoyable!.. 😌
Thank you, for the recommendation.
A piece of wire also helps to hold the chain together while you are repairing
Yes, good point. I carry a "chain hook" made from a piece of a brass colored hanger in my saddle bag just for this purpose. Thanks for the comment. Regards, Tony
thanks for the advice,popping the pin towards you was a good tip
Remember, this is for roadside repair and not chain replacement at home. Everytime you break and replace the chain pin as in the video, the chain is weakened at that point and should be replaced before the next ride (it's also too short to shift to the largest cog). When replacing the chain, measure for chain length and I prefer to use a master link.
Regards and safe cycling, Tony
Thank you very much, this is very useful. Whats the use of master chain link? is it must? or without it chain works without problem?... I have trials cycle and master link brakes frequently
No, a master link is not a required element. It just makes it easier to remove the chain for cleaning (if desired) and makes it easier to replace the chain when the chain becomes worn. Here's an article that may interest you on why mountain bike chains breaks (in general) and how to prevent it:
www.mountainbikereport.com/why-do-mountain-bike-chains-break/
Regards, Tony
Thanks you very much, this is very useful 😀. Other topic: this may sound stupid, but does a shimano pin fit on any chain?
The pins are very specific to particular chains or groups of chains. The width and barb pattern has to be very precisely matched to the chains for them to work. I assume each chain's data sheet says exactly which pin to use, use that and no other.
Instead, you can buy a KMC master link for your make and speed of your chain and carry it with you.
See:
th-cam.com/video/-v4u9pkpIns/w-d-xo.html
and
th-cam.com/video/V8JnvlcmyGE/w-d-xo.html
and
th-cam.com/video/FIbdy4o6ZYM/w-d-xo.html
This last video needs to be updated since KMC now makes 11 and 12 speed master links for various manufacturers chains. Be sure to get the link that is specific for your manufacturers chain and speed.
Interesting question you asked. Regards, Tony
@@tony10speed OK, thanks you very much for this quick and detailed reply. Will watch the vids. Subscribed!
There is something very reassuring hearing your voice.
Thank you. I try my best to go slow and show you what you need to know. Regards and safe cycling, Tony
are the pins peened over or are they just a tight fit in the outer link holes?
Bicycle chains are made of multiple pairs of steel outer plates and inner plates held together by rivets. A roller separates each pair of inner plates. The rivet (pin) is pressed tightly through both outer plates (not peened) . The rivet then pivots freely on the inner plates and roller. See:th-cam.com/video/h8j5-dC6_x8/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=LiquidRetro
Can you do the same thing you showed, if the bike is a single-speed or fixed gear bike? The multiple gears and derailleur give some room to play with, in the case of a geared bike.
The rear axle nut needs to be loosened before you'll get enough slack in the chain to repair or replace a chain on a single speed or fixed gear. See out video for more information on single/fixed gear:
th-cam.com/video/Py0Hrc6cHTY/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for the question, Tony
@@tony10speed Thank you for your reply, Mr. Marchand. Is this a temporary fix to get you home without being stranded on the trail or road? Once you get home, you replace the broken or shortened chain with a new chain. Is my understanding correct?
Yes. The chain will be shorter and you will need to replace the chain for it to shift into the largest cassette cog. Regards, Tony@@anocri
@@tony10speed In my case, there's only one cog; either fixed gear cog or single-speed freewheel cog. Nevertheless, thank you, Sir.
What's the name of the tool you used to take the pin out?
This is a small chain breaker from Performance Bike which unfortunately is no longer manufactured. I now carry with me in my saddle bag the new Crank Brothers multi tool F-15. See:
th-cam.com/video/Qu1T2tZdhdY/w-d-xo.html
It's definitely worth the money to be able to fix any bike problem you have out on the road.
Regards, Tony
My mistake was to take of the pin completely....and put it back in is driving me crazy right now.
Master Links (quick links) are available for most chain now from KMC and others for the various speed and type of chain. So you really no longer need to worry about removing the pin completely. Here are several references:
th-cam.com/video/e-JRkZwuLAs/w-d-xo.html
th-cam.com/video/It74clEsFT4/w-d-xo.html
Regards, Tony
Oof!
HEy man :)
I'd like to know how can I remove a cycle chain that does not have this sor of part in it please :)
See the first part of this video and hopefully it will answer your questions:
th-cam.com/video/02-WEIVoT78/w-d-xo.html
Regards, Tony
@@tony10speed incase it can be done without that tool, let me know.
Anyways I am disassembling th ewhole bicycle since it's going to be restored, I'll use a nail and pliers.
@@windowsxpprofessional Although I recommend a chain tool, you could try the following ( I would not do this myself and take no responsibility for the results):
www.youtube.com/watch?
th-cam.com/video/N6jsb6dKGLA/w-d-xo.html
Good luck and let me know how you make out.
Can this bike carry 240 lbs?
Bicycles do have weight limits. But with so many different types, geometry, materials and parts used, it's impossible to come up with a single standard. Generally however, most bikes will have a weight limit of between 275 lbs and 300 lbs.
See:
discerningcyclist.com/bicycle-weight-limits-best-bikes-heavy-riders/#:~:text=Bicycles%20do%20have%20weight%20limits,275%20lbs%20and%20300%20lbs.
So you do need a tool. Great.
Yes, to remove the broken link. I now carry an extra master link compatible with my chain to complete the repair. It's interesting that I use to fix many riders broken chains out on the road, but now this seems to be a rarity. Possibly this is due to the fact that the present day chains are more durable and most chains are now assembled with master links leading to less problems and points of weakness at the re-assembly point. Regards, Tony
@@tony10speed thx for vid. What’s name of this tool?
The chain breaker is a Performance product not longer manufactured. Consider one of the following:
1. Eyezoff multitool
2. Crankbrothers Multitool 17
3. Bikehand Folding Chain Rivet Extractor
The first two are available from Amazon and work well for chain and other repairs on the road. The Bikehand tool is a stand alone chain tool with a only a few other functions which works well but hard to find. The Park Mini Brute chain tool is nice small chain breaker but not the easiest to use if you have small hands and therefore, I did not list it.
What the hell!!!??? You edit/fast forward the important part of the damn process!
I suggest you watch my other video to become familiar with the removal and installation process:
th-cam.com/video/wr3GfSrL68k/w-d-xo.html
I know it's a long video, but shows you the process in detail.