Bicycle Chain Master Links: Tips & Tricks KMC Shimano SRAM

Bicycle Chain Master Link Tips 00:07 Chain Orientation (directional vs non-directional) 01:14 Master Link Orientation - Directional 01:51 Master Link Orientation - Non-Directional 02:15 Lubrication of Master Link Pins 02:24 How to Install Master Link 04:09 Connex Master Link Reference 04:23 One time use Master Links 04:35 Re-usable KMC Master Links 05:34 How many times is “re-usable“ 06:26 Removing a “re-usable“ Master Link We look at some tips for using a master link (also called a quick link) when installing or replacing bicycle chain. The same procedure is used for a road bike, mountain bike, touring or single speed. 1. First note the when you install or replace a bike chain, some directional, i.e., they will have writing only on one side which should face toward you. This may be due to the fact that the chain is asymmetric allowing it to slide more easily on the ramps of the cassette cogs. Check the instructional insert that comes wi